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    Summer Palace Small Group Tour in Beijing

    5.0(3 reviews)
    By BetterChinaTripProduct code 67296P9
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    Duration

    3 hours

    Ticket type

    Mobile Only

    Languages

    English

    Confirmation

    Instant

    Meeting point

    Meeting point provided

    Time zone

    Asia/Shanghai

    Why Travelers Love This

    5.0 rating from 3 reviews3 hoursMobile tickets

    Overview

    Explore the Summer Palace on a small group walking tour with an expert guide and pre-arranged admission. In about three hours, see Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor, the Marble Boat area, and the imperial garden landscapes that made this UNESCO World Heritage Site a favorite retreat for Qing emperors. The group size is limited to keep the experience easy to follow, making it a good choice for travelers who want a focused, affordable culture tour without spending a full day. Optional boat rides inside the Summer Palace are not included and can be paid on site if available.

    What's Included

    Included

    Other

    Entrance ticket to Summer Palace

    Other

    Expert tour guide

    Other

    Small group tour (maximum of 12 participants)

    Not included

    Other

    Hotel pick-up and drop-off

    Other

    Tips to guide(for good services)

    Other

    Boat Ride in Summer Palace(40RMB/P)

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    Your guide will meet you at Exit A, BEIGONGMEN subway station of line 4, you can take subway or taxi here, show the taxi driver address in Chinese: 颐和园北宫门地铁A口.

    End point

    You tour will finish at East Gate of Summer Palace, where you can take a taxi back or walk back to Subway station at BEIGONGMEN, line 4.

    Itinerary

    Standard3 hours
    1

    Stop 1

    3 hoursAdmission included

    The tour starting at Exit A of BEIGONGMEN Subway Station offers visitors easy access to this iconic site. The Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Beijing, China, is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. Built during the Qing Dynasty, it served as a retreat for emperors seeking respite from the summer heat. During your tour, you'll explore highlights such as the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity, the Long Corridor adorned with intricate paintings, the Marble Boat, and the Secret Garden Xiequyuan. Strolling through meticulously landscaped gardens and along the tranquil lakeside paths, you'll immerse yourself in the rich history and exquisite beauty of this imperial retreat. With its blend of natural scenery and architectural splendor, a visit to the Summer Palace offers a captivating journey through China's cultural heritage and imperial grandeur. Finally you guide accompanies you to the East Gate of Summer Palace or Subway Station to finish the tours.

    Additional Info

    Infants Must Sit On Laps

    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

    No Heart Problems

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    No Pregnant

    Not recommended for pregnant travelers

    Public Transportation Nearby

    Public transportation options are available nearby

    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.

    Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.

    Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.

    Refund eligibility

    100% refundable 1+ days before

    Refund eligibility

    0% refundable 0-1 days before

    Review Summary

    5.0

    3 reviews

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