Beijing: Summer Palace Highlight Walking Tour
ID: GYG1016930-1572319
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Discover the Summer Palace on a guided tour with a local guide. Explore the palace's iconic landmarks, hidden charms, and take home memories of the palace's natural beauty and cultural splendor.
Discover the Summer Palace on a guided tour of its iconic landmarks and hidden charms. Start at the North Gate, wander through Suzhou Street. Explore the Four Great Regions, and the Travel in Picture Pavilion.
Begin your tour at the North Gate and wander through Suzhou Street, a picturesque re-creation of a traditional water town, perfect for snapping photos of its ornate bridges and shops. Next, visit the Four Great Regions, a stunning complex inspired by Buddhist cosmology.
The highlight awaits at Travel in Picture. Marvel at the glazed-tile temple and step into a living landscape painting, with panoramic views of Kunming Lake. Explore the Marble Boat, the 728-meter Long Corridor (adorned with thousands of historical paintings), and the opulent Hall of Joyful Longevity.
Along the political area, learn about imperial history in the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity. Wrap up at the East Gate, and capture your journey with scenic photos, ensuring you take home memories of the palace’s natural beauty and cultural splendor.
Highlights
- Step back in time as you explore the Summer Palace with a local guide
- Admire the stunning architecture of the Sea of Wisdom and Travel in Picture
- Capture the beauty of the palace with the help of your guide's photography tips
- Discover the history of the palace as you explore the Hall
- Stroll through the Long Corridor, adorned with thousands of historical paintings
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Let's meet at the North Palace Gate.
1. Subway
Take the exit C,BeiGongMen Station,Line 4,then turn around after exiting and walk for 5 minutes towards the west direction to the North Palace Gate.
2. Taxi
Just input ''North Palace Gate of the Summer Palace'' or "颐和园北宫门"on didi app as the destination if you are coming by taxi.You'd better ring me up after getting in the taxi for me to double check with the driver you entered the right location.
INCLUDED
- Entrance fees
- Professional guide
- Taking photos for tourists at key points
NOT INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
