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Summer Palace Group/Private Afternoon Tour
Product code 5508050P60
From
From USD 40
Dates
Dec 31, 2025 to Jan 10, 2026
Start times
10:30 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM
Travelers
Child ages 1-6, Adult ages 7-99
Options
Summer Palace Private Tours, Summer Palace Afternoon Group
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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
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From
From USD 40
Summer Palace Group/Private Afternoon Tour





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Duration
4 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Meeting point
Meeting point provided
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring one of Beijing’s most elegant imperial gardens. This tour focuses on the Summer Palace, combining beautiful lakeside scenery, classical architecture, and rich historical stories in a comfortable, unhurried experience. With air-conditioned transportation, an English-speaking guide, and a no-shopping itinerary, it’s an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a lighter schedule and a peaceful cultural visit. Summer Palace Afternoon Group A convenient group tour designed for ease and value. Visit the Summer Palace in the afternoon when the pace is calmer, with professional guidance and well-organized timing, perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time. Summer Palace Private Tours A private afternoon experience with a dedicated guide and vehicle. Enjoy flexible pacing, personalized explanations, and a more relaxed visit—ideal for families, couples, or travelers seeking comfort and privacy.
Overview
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring one of Beijing’s most elegant imperial gardens. This tour focuses on the Summer Palace, combining beautiful lakeside scenery, classical architecture, and rich historical stories in a comfortable, unhurried experience. With air-conditioned transportation, an English-speaking guide, and a no-shopping itinerary, it’s an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a lighter schedule and a peaceful cultural visit. Summer Palace Afternoon Group A convenient group tour designed for ease and value. Visit the Summer Palace in the afternoon when the pace is calmer, with professional guidance and well-organized timing, perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time. Summer Palace Private Tours A private afternoon experience with a dedicated guide and vehicle. Enjoy flexible pacing, personalized explanations, and a more relaxed visit—ideal for families, couples, or travelers seeking comfort and privacy.
What's Included
Included
English-speaking guide(if option selected)
Private tour with Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Entrance Ticket to the Sites
Not included
Ticket to boating in Summer Palace
Ticket to Tower of Buddhist Incense (Foxiang Ge) of Summer Palace
Personal expenses
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
For private tour:Our driver will pick you up from your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road. For locations beyond this area, an additional fee may apply. Please provide your hotel details, including the hotel name and reservation name, when booking
For bus tour:Exit E, Dongsi Station (Subway Line 5/6). You can take Subway Line 5, get off at the【Dongsi Station】, coming out of Exit E, finding the BusDa tour guide wearing a green vest (BusDa Logo) for check-in. If you take a taxi, please show this address 【东四地铁站E口】 to the driver.
End point
For private tour:Our driver will transfer you back to your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road. For locations beyond this area, an additional fee may apply. Please provide your hotel details, including the hotel name and reservation name, when booking
Bus tour ends at the Olympic park
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
2 hours 30 minutesAdmission not included
Stop 1
The Summer Palace is a masterpiece of Chinese imperial garden design and one of Beijing’s most famous cultural landmarks. Covering vast areas of Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill, it features elegant pavilions, bridges, temples, and the renowned Long Corridor decorated with exquisite paintings. Built and expanded over centuries, the Summer Palace served as a retreat for Qing Dynasty emperors to escape the summer heat and enjoy leisure activities. Visitors can stroll along scenic paths, admire panoramic lake views, explore royal halls, and learn about the history, architecture, and symbolic meanings of the gardens, all while enjoying a serene and picturesque environment perfect for photography and relaxation.
Additional Info
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.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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