Highlights
- Explore the magnificent gardens, pavilions, and Kunming Lake of Summer Palace
- Choose from a variety of group and private tours to suit your preferences
- Visit additional iconic Beijing landmarks
- Immerse yourself in Beijing’s rich history and culture, guided by experts
Description
Meet at the East Gate of the Summer Palace (For private tours, meet at the lobby of your hotel in downtown Beijing). Then begin your journey through the Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its stunning gardens, pavilions, and the vast Kunming Lake. (If you wish to start at a different time for the private tour, please inform us, and we will do our best to arrange it).
During your tour, your guide will provide you with an overview of this imperial retreat, originally constructed in the 18th century. It served as the summer residence for Qing Dynasty emperors. Upon arrival at the Summer Palace, follow your guide through the East Gate, and visit some of the key landmarks, including the Long Corridor, the Marble Boat, and the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity.
You will then have the opportunity to stroll along the shores of Kunming Lake, enjoy the peaceful environment, and marvel at the intricate designs of the pavilions and bridges. Your guide will explain the historical significance of the Summer Palace as a symbol of the emperor's power and the beauty of Chinese landscape architecture.
The tour will conclude at the North Gate of the Summer Palace. Afterward, you may choose to continue exploring the palace grounds independently or return to your hotel by subway or private car.
We also offer several itineraries that combine the Summer Palace with other iconic Beijing landmarks. Choose from options such as:
Summer Palace Group Tours with fixed meeting point
Summer Palace + Temple of Heaven Group Tours with fixed meeting point
Summer Palace + Forbidden City Group Tours with fixed meeting point
Summer Palace + Temple of Heaven Private Tours
Summer Palace + Forbidden City Private Tours
Summer Palace + Lama Temple + Hutongs Private Tours
Summer Palace + Great Wall Mutianyu section Private Tours
Summer Palace + Ming Tombs Private Tours
Summer Palace + Hutongs Food Tour Private Tours
Summer Palace Ticket (No Guide No Transportation)
Why Choose Us?
Since 2010, we've conducted over 40,000 tours, delighting 15,0000+ visitors worldwide
We understand the significance of your visit, which is why we're committed to showcasing the very best of Beijing through immersive 4-hour-long tours
We have accumulated over 4000 reviews on other platforms and the reviews here are just a glimpse of our excellence!
Excited for the fun? Choose your booking date, pack your curiosity, and walk with us to explore the best of Beijing!
Includes
Professional English/Spanish/German/French/Italian language tour guide according to your options
Bottle of water
Entrance tickets to the sights
Transportation (private or Uber) according to your options
Excludes
Meals (Lunch & Dinner)
Gratuities
Personal Cost
Important Information
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please make sure to provide your full name and passport number for entrance tickets purchase to Forbidden City in advance
- If you prefer a guide in a language other than English, please request this when booking at least 3 days in advance
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
