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Beijing Private Tour of Ming Tombs, Summer Palace, Bird's Nest and Water Cube

By MoreFunAsia Beijing ToursProduct code 181334P43

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Duration

8 hours to 9 hours

Ticket type

Mobile Only

Languages

English, Mandarin Chinese

Confirmation

Instant

Pickup

Pickup details available

Meeting point

Meeting point provided

Time zone

Asia/Shanghai

Why Travelers Love This

Mobile ticketsPickup details available

Overview

Visit several top attractions in the north of Beijing's old city center to learn about the cultural importance of ancestor worship, explore largest and best-preserved of the surviving imperial garden and visit two modern landmark buildings. To enhance your experience: Transportation, lunch and entrance fees are included. 1.Visit the UNESCO-listed Ming Tombs, a series of mausoleums to the ancient rules of the Ming Dynasty 2.Visit the Central Section of Beijing Olympic Park - the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube 3.Explore a imperial garden – Summer Palace 4.Learn about local insights, history, and geography from your guide 5.Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off

What's Included

Included

Transportation amenities

Private transportation

Food and drink

Lunch

Other

All Fees and Taxes

Not included

No exclusions listed.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

We can also pick you up from any central location in Beijing.

End point

We can also pick you up from any central location in Beijing.

Pickup details

Custom traveler pickup may be available

Itinerary

Standard8 hours to 9 hours

Stop 1

2 hoursAdmission included

Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel with the welcoming board on which your name will be written at 08:30 a.m.. Then, we will transfer to the Ming Tombs and start the highlight day tour. A series of temple-like structures and burial mounds, the Ming Tombs contain the remains of 13 of the 16 emperors who ruled China during the Ming Dynasty (1368 to 1644). Of the 13 tombs, three are open to the public and accessible via a statue-lined path called the Sacred Way, where the carvings of mythical animals and legendary figures are believed to ward off evil spirits. The Ming Tombs Museum sits just behind the ticket office and offers a short introduction to each of the 13 entombed emperors. After lunch, we will drive back to Beijing downtown and visit the Summer Palace, the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube.

Stop 2

2 hoursAdmission included

The Summer Palace is the largest and best-preserved of the surviving imperial garden, rich in history and culture. Once a summer retreat for emperors, this 716-acre park is still a retreat for tourist, who can relax here or stroll around ancient pavilions, mansions, temples, bridges and huge lake, stopping occasionally at a shop or tea-house. Much-loved summer retreat of the Imperial families, the lovely landscaped gardens, halls, pavilions and corridors are set around the lake and rivers in natural harmony. Long Corridor at the Summer Palace The paths beside the lake lead you under shady trees, or along the roofed colonnade known as the Long Corridor, with its magnificently painted ceilings. Bridges, boats, willows, lotus flowers, and other attractive landscaping make this a pleasant place to soak up the atmosphere and in the views.

Stop 3

1 hourAdmission included

The Beijing National Stadium, more commonly referred to as the Bird’s Nest, was built for the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games at a cost of $423 million. Since the Olympics and all its fanfare, the stadium has become a major landmark and tourist attraction, as well as a venue for both international and domestic sporting competitions. Though relatively new to the Beijing landscape, the National Stadium has become a must-see attraction.

Stop 4

1 hourAdmission included

Not far from the Bird's Nest, there is the National Aquatics Center, also known as Water Cube. Its creative design concept is originated from the arrangement pattern of cells and natural structure of soap bubbles. The huge square box was produced by combining modern technologies with traditional Chinese culture. In the past, Chinese ancestors believed that the sky is round while the earth is square, and that is the way nature keeps harmonious. The square Water Cube together with the round Bird's Nest, embody and interpret this idea very well. Afterwards, enjoy comfortable transfer back to your hotel, Wrap your memories and say good-bye in your hotel.

Additional Info

Wheelchair Accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Stroller Accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Pets Welcome

Service animals allowed

Infant Seats Available

Specialized infant seats are available

Physical Easy

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Policy type

Standard

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Refund eligibility

100% refundable 1+ days before

Refund eligibility

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