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Beijing, Historian Guided Tour of the Summer Palace
Product code 5656549P7
From
From USD 31
Dates
May 10, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026
Start times
9:00 AM, 2:00 PM
Travelers
Child ages 2-18, Adult ages 19-99
Options
Summer Palace EN tour, RU Summer Palace tour
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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Russian
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 31
Beijing, Historian Guided Tour of the Summer Palace
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Duration
2 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Russian
Confirmation
Instant
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
A small group tour of the Summer Palace led by an English/Russian-speaking guide. 【Meeting Time】: 9:00 AM / 2:00 PM 【Meeting Location】: East Gate Summer Palace Tour Details: Enter the Summer Palace through the East Gate. Your journey will tell the royal anecdotes behind every scenic spot in the Summer Palace. 【Find Your Guide】: Your English/Russian guide will contact you by phone/WhatsApp/email before 8:00 PM the night before to inform you of the specific meeting time, flag colors (e.g., yellow and blue), and the guide's contact number.
Overview
A small group tour of the Summer Palace led by an English/Russian-speaking guide. 【Meeting Time】: 9:00 AM / 2:00 PM 【Meeting Location】: East Gate Summer Palace Tour Details: Enter the Summer Palace through the East Gate. Your journey will tell the royal anecdotes behind every scenic spot in the Summer Palace. 【Find Your Guide】: Your English/Russian guide will contact you by phone/WhatsApp/email before 8:00 PM the night before to inform you of the specific meeting time, flag colors (e.g., yellow and blue), and the guide's contact number.
What's Included
Included
Disinfected wireless earbuds ensure clear sound quality.
The entrance ticket to the Summer Palace is included (no need to purchase separately).
2-hour English/Russian guided tour provided by certified experts
The maximum number of people in a group is 15 (adults and children).
Not included
Hotel Accommodation and Transportation
Dining at the attractions (we recommend nearby local restaurants)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
Subway: Take Line 4 to Xiyuan Station, Exit C2, then walk ~14 min to East Gate. Taxi: Get off at the East Gate of the Summer Palace. Your guide will contact you via WhatsApp/email the day before with the specific meeting point.
End point
After the guided tour, you are free to leave and explore the Summer Palace on your own until 6 p.m.
Itinerary
Stop 1
20 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Our guide will walk with you along the 728‑meter covered corridor, pointing out more than 14,000 traditional Chinese paintings on the beams – each telling a different myth, legend, or landscape – so you can enjoy an open‑air gallery while staying sheltered from sun or rain.
Stop 2
20 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Our guide will lead you across the longest bridge in the imperial garden, showing you the 500+ stone lions carved along its railings – each with a different expression – and, if you visit near the winter solstice, you’ll witness the famous “golden light through the arches” sunset phenomenon.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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 if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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