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Private Shore Excursions of Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
Product code 67316P39
From
From USD 358
Dates
Mar 17, 2020 to Jun 30, 2023
Start times
9:15 AM, 10:15 AM, 11:30 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 10:45 AM, 10:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 0-80
Options
Tour with Biz Class Seat, Tour with 1st Class Seat
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Duration
10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 358
Private Shore Excursions of Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven
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Duration
10 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover Beijing on this door-to-door private tour. Check off two of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven. A comprehensive package with Lunch, entrance fees and roundtrip bullet train experience are all inclusive 1: Explore the popular sites of China’s capital city on an all-day adventure 2: Discover the Summer Palace’s royal history with a knowledgeable guide 3: Check off two world UNESCO historical sites Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace 4: Make the most of limited time with convenient port pickup and drop-off
Overview
Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover Beijing on this door-to-door private tour. Check off two of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven. A comprehensive package with Lunch, entrance fees and roundtrip bullet train experience are all inclusive 1: Explore the popular sites of China’s capital city on an all-day adventure 2: Discover the Summer Palace’s royal history with a knowledgeable guide 3: Check off two world UNESCO historical sites Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace 4: Make the most of limited time with convenient port pickup and drop-off
What's Included
Included
Roundtrip Bullet train Seats from Tianjin to Beijing
Entrance fees
Excellent English speaking tour guide
Private Tour
Experienced Driver
Local lunch
Tianjin Port/Binhai/Teda Hotel pick up and drop-off
Not included
Gratuities (Recommended)
Dadong Peking Duck
Any other expenses that not listed as included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
10 minutes
Stop 1
Your friendly private guide and driver will meet you at your Tianjin International Cruise Port or Tianjin Binhai/Teda hotel lobby. Head up to Tianjin Railway Station to take the bullet train to Beijing. Experience a fantastic bullet train ride to Beijing with a speed of 350kilometers/ hour (220miles/hour)
Stop 2
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Upon arrival, Visit Temple of Heaven, the biggest sacrificial compound in the world for the God of Heaven. Emperors used to Warship God of Heaven here in order to obtain blessing for his family and people. There are lots of local Beijingners hang out in the morning, many interesting activities such as such Taichi, Yoga, dancing, poker and gymnastics, Stroll through the Temple of Heaven park and Experience local people's life. Then, savor a delightful Beijing style lunch.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
Visit Summer Palace in the afternoon. Summer Palace is a summer resort for Imperial Family Members, Learn about the most powerful female in Chinese history. The empress Dowager CiXi. People named her as Dragon Lady. Stroll along the Kunming Lake and Long Corridor at the Summer Palace. Enjoy Hall of Benevolence and Longevity and Tower of Buddhist Incense (Summer Palace). If the boat is running, enjoy dragon a lovely boat ride to the southern island.
Stop 4
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
Enjoy The Longest corridor in the world with beautiful paintings. Admire the peaceful Kunming Lake.
Stop 5
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 5
Learn the 2nd last emperor Guanxu's story here. visit the Opera house of Summer Palace.
Stop 6
15 minutesAdmission included
Stop 6
A Buddhism Temple for Emperor's Mother, It is also a birthday celebration Empress Dowager CiXi. When you are on the top you can enjoy the breathtaking views of entire Kunming Lake
Stop 7
10 minutesAdmission included
Stop 7
It used to be teahouse of royal family. it represent to stability of Qing Dynasty. At the end of the tour, your tour guide will transfer you back to your Tianjin International cruise port or Your Binhai/Teda Hotel. Tours end around 7:00pm
Pass by stop 8
Pass by stop 8
Temple of Heaven are closed on Monday, you will visit Lama Temple instead. Your tour are fully customizable to suits your special interests, please feel free to discuss the itinerary with your private tour guide within time limited. The recommended itinerary as below: • Option1: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City(Monday closed) • Option2: Tian'an men Square and Summer Palace • Option3: Tiananmen Square and Temple of Heaven (Monday closed) and Pearl Market • Option4: Lama Temple & Summer Palace • Option5: Lama Temple & Beihai Park • Option6: Tian'an Men Square, Lama Temple, Hutong • Option7: Lama Temple, Drum Tower and Hutong • Option8: Jingshan Park, Beihai Park and Hutong • Option9: Silk Market, drum tower and Hutong • Option10: Jingshan Park and Hutong
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
Review Summary
5.0
1 reviews
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