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Explore the Summer Palace on a small group walking tour with an expert guide and pre-arranged admission. In about three hours, see Kunming Lake, the Long Corridor, the Marble Boat area, and the imperial garden landscapes that made this UNESCO World Heritage Site a favorite retreat for Qing emperors. The group size is limited to keep the experience easy to follow, making it a good choice for travelers who want a focused, affordable culture tour without spending a full day. Optional boat rides inside the Summer Palace are not included and can be paid on site if available.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will meet you at Exit A, BEIGONGMEN subway station of line 4, you can take subway or taxi here, show the taxi driver address in Chinese: 颐和园北宫门地铁A口.
You tour will finish at East Gate of Summer Palace, where you can take a taxi back or walk back to Subway station at BEIGONGMEN, line 4.
Itinerary
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1Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
The tour starting at Exit A of BEIGONGMEN Subway Station offers visitors easy access to this iconic site. The Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Beijing, China, is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. Built during the Qing Dynasty, it served as a retreat for emperors seeking respite from the summer heat. During your tour, you'll explore highlights such as the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity, the Long Corridor adorned with intricate paintings, the Marble Boat, and the Secret Garden Xiequyuan. Strolling through meticulously landscaped gardens and along the tranquil lakeside paths, you'll immerse yourself in the rich history and exquisite beauty of this imperial retreat. With its blend of natural scenery and architectural splendor, a visit to the Summer Palace offers a captivating journey through China's cultural heritage and imperial grandeur. Finally you guide accompanies you to the East Gate of Summer Palace or Subway Station to finish the tours.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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