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Beijing Private Day Tour to Lakeside Great Wall and Summer Palace
Product code 64944P21
From
From USD 137
Dates
Dec 1, 2018 to May 20, 2025
Start times
6:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 2-11, Adult ages 12-75
Options
Driver and Car Transportation, Private English Speaking Tour
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Duration
8 hours to 9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Mandarin Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 137
Beijing Private Day Tour to Lakeside Great Wall and Summer Palace





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Duration
8 hours to 9 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, German, Mandarin Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Comparing with the Great Wall sections of Badaling and Mutianyu with full of people and long queue, you must enjoy the peaceful experience at water Great Wall. It's less merchant, less people, and you can take photos without bothered tourist groups, and friendly with drone. It's the only section of the Great Wall in Beijing where parts of the wall are submerged in water, creating a rare and beautiful landscape. And also you will visit Summer Palace where is considered China’s best-preserved royal garden, showcasing classical Chinese garden design on a grand scale. Both offer very different but complementary views of Beijing’s historic landscape.
Overview
Comparing with the Great Wall sections of Badaling and Mutianyu with full of people and long queue, you must enjoy the peaceful experience at water Great Wall. It's less merchant, less people, and you can take photos without bothered tourist groups, and friendly with drone. It's the only section of the Great Wall in Beijing where parts of the wall are submerged in water, creating a rare and beautiful landscape. And also you will visit Summer Palace where is considered China’s best-preserved royal garden, showcasing classical Chinese garden design on a grand scale. Both offer very different but complementary views of Beijing’s historic landscape.
What's Included
Included
Hotel/Airport pickup and drop-off
Free bottled mineral water in the vehicle
Good English speaking tour guide service(If the private tour option is selected)
Entrance fee
Transportations by private comfortable vehicle
Not included
Gratuities
Boat/Cables at Great Wall(your own cost if you would like to take)
Meal
Guide (If the cheaper option is selected)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
You will be picked up by private car and English speaking guide from your preferred location in Beijing at pick up time. Then you will be taken to the beautiful countryside of Beijing and visit the Water Great Wall at Huanghuacheng, which is one of the most unique and picturesque sections of the Great Wall in Beijing. Located about 70 km north of the city, this section is famous for its stunning combination of ancient wall ruins and shimmering lakes, where parts of the Great Wall run alongside and even submerge into the water. Surrounded by lush mountains and peaceful scenery, it offers a more tranquil and off-the-beaten-path experience compared to other sections. Ideal for hiking and photography, Huanghuacheng showcases the harmony between historical architecture and natural beauty.
Stop 2
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Later on, driving to the Beijing city and visit the Summer Palace(about 1.5 hours), which is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design and one of the city’s most iconic imperial landmarks. Originally built in 1750, it served as a luxurious retreat for emperors during the Qing Dynasty. Covering over 700 acres, the site features tranquil lakes, ornate pavilions, temples, and winding corridors, with Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill as its focal points. Blending natural beauty with traditional Chinese architecture, the Summer Palace offers a peaceful escape from the city and a deep insight into imperial history and culture. After visit, you will be escorted back to your hotel/ PEK airport.
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
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
You will be picked up from your hotel(inside the fifth ring road, or you pay a little more money for a pick up outside this area), or picking up from PEK airport (outside luggage picking area).
Other
Visa Process: 1) Arrive in Beijing and get off the plane. 2) Follow signs to baggage claim, then you will find China immigration inspection. 3) Apply 24-144 hours visa(fill out a long white form beforehand) 4) After get visa, walk back to the regular line for immigration clearance. 5) Walk outside baggage claim to find your driver. 6) Driver will hold your name sign outside baggage claim.
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
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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