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Beijing Summer Palace and Buddhism Theme Teahouse Visit with Meal and Boat Ride
Product code 19099P154
From
From USD 228
Dates
Jan 1, 2026 to Dec 31, 2026
Start times
8:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-3, Child ages 4-10, Adult ages 11-90
Options
Private Tour
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Duration
5 hours to 7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Zh Tw, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 228
Beijing Summer Palace and Buddhism Theme Teahouse Visit with Meal and Boat Ride





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Duration
5 hours to 7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Zh Tw, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Combine the UNESCO world culture heritage site of Summer Palace and cultural delights on this enriching private tour of China’s captivating capital. Learn about the deep history and royal lifestyle of the Ming and Qing dynasties by visiting the Summer Palace. View the amazing buildings of Birds Nest and Water cube from outside, stroll around the Ruins of the Yuan Dynasty Park, at the end enjoy a tasty local lunch and tea break in a fancy Buddhist theme tea house. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, lunch, afternoon tea with snacks.
Overview
Combine the UNESCO world culture heritage site of Summer Palace and cultural delights on this enriching private tour of China’s captivating capital. Learn about the deep history and royal lifestyle of the Ming and Qing dynasties by visiting the Summer Palace. View the amazing buildings of Birds Nest and Water cube from outside, stroll around the Ruins of the Yuan Dynasty Park, at the end enjoy a tasty local lunch and tea break in a fancy Buddhist theme tea house. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, lunch, afternoon tea with snacks.
What's Included
Included
Afternoon Tea with snacks
Professional guide
Lunch or dinner depending on your start time
Bottled water
Private tour
Boat ride in the Summer Palace (Summer time)
Transport by private vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off(for hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing city)
Not included
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Beijing, then head to the famous Summer Palace first. The Summer Palace has been listed in the World Heritage Sites and considered to be one of the most classical gardens of the world. It is a monument to classical Chinese architecture, in terms of both garden design and construction.
Pass by stop 2
Pass by stop 2
Admire the imperial palaces, ancient trees and beautiful scenery surrounding Kunming Lake as you learn more about the royal history of China. If your visit takes place between March to October, you can also enjoy a Dragon boat cruise at the Summer Palace.
Stop 3
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 3
Stroll along the Long Corridor and enjoy the painting on the ceiling.
Pass by stop 4
Pass by stop 4
Get to know the stories of the Marble Boat.
Pass by stop 5
Pass by stop 5
Then drive to the Olympic Park, former location of the 2008 Olympics.
Pass by stop 6
Pass by stop 6
Then drive to the Olympic Park, former location of the 2008 Olympics.
Stop 7
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 7
Stroll around the Ruins of Yuan Dynasty Park. Then your guide and driver will take you to a very interesting local teahouse. When you enter the teahouse, you will hear the leisurely ancient music, the teahouse all decorated with Buddhism theme, as well as the smell of tea and flower permeating in the air. You will enjoy a vegetarian lunch with tea and snacks. (You also can choose to eat in a local restaurant for regular Chinese food before arrive the teahouse) Walk around the tea house to get the Buddhism atmosphere, admire the executive antiques and furniture from Ming and Qing Dynasties, take as many photos as you like. Then sit down, enjoy the best quality Chinese tea. Afterwards, your driver and guide will transfer you back to your hotel .
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Other
Age under 4 is free to join
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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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