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Travel in this mini group tour to admire Beijing's four highlights accompanied by a professional tour guide. Start your morning with a visit to the Temple of Heaven, where you can see the splendid architectures and local people's morning exercise. A rickshaw ride through Hutong Alleys are followed to trace the life of old Beijing people. Then visit a beautiful old temple in the center of Beijing - Lama Temple. At last, explore the Summer Palace, where one can enjoy natural beauty and the grandeur of ancient royal garden.
· Mini group of about 12 members, with more personal service.
· No shopping detours, no factory, no tea ceremony and no shopping site restaurant, which at least save you two hours today for a pure sightseeing experience. That's the reason why you can have more time at the attraction sites. This tour are running for guests' interests rather than the shopping commission.
· Avoid the ticket line at the entrance of all attractions.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Free pickup and drop-off at your downtown hotel lobby.
Your pickup time will be confirmed one day in advance.
If your hotel is not listed, please specify its name and address in special requirements.
Itinerary
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1Beijing
In the morning, your professional guide will pick you up at your hotel lobby, and then accompany you on a comfy vehicle to the Temple of Heaven.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Temple of Heaven
After entering this sacred site for emperors to worship the God of Heaven for good harvests in ancient times, take your time to admire the architectural design of the iconic buildings. Note: If your travel date falls on Monday when the main sights of the Temple of Heaven are closed, we’ll arrange Beihai Park instead.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest
A large circular palace with a roof covered in three layers of blue glazed tiles for the emperors to hold sacrificial ceremonies.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Yuanqiutan
Open-air altar where the emperor offered sacrifices to heaven on the Winter Solstice
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Hutong Tour
Continue your tour to Beijing Hutong area, where you can take a rickshaw through the old alleys and visit a traditional courtyard to see how the old Beijingers live.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
6Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
Next, visit the beautiful old Lama Temple, which is known as the largest and most perfectly preserved lamasery in Beijing.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
7Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Finally, your guide will show you around the Summer Palace. Centered upon Longevity Hill and Kunming Lake, it is a fantastic imperial resort for you to admire the peaceful landscapes and magnificent architecture.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
8Beijing
Finally, your guide and the driver will escort you back to your hotel. Thank you for traveling with us!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free pickup and drop-off are included at your downtown hotel. If your hotel is located outside this area, an additional mileage fee will apply, or you may join us at a designated meeting point. Please be ready 5 minutes before the pickup time confirmed on the previous day. No-shows will not be refunded.
- The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. For Monday departures, we’ll visit the Summer Palace and the Mutianyu Great Wall instead.
- The Forbidden City requires a real-name reservation 7 days in advance and tickets are easily sold out. We highly recommend booking your tour as early as possible; otherwise, international travelers may need to line up to buy tickets on site.
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Free pickup and drop-off are included at your downtown hotel. If your hotel is located outside this area, an additional mileage fee will apply, or you may join us at a designated meeting point. Please be ready 5 minutes before the pickup time confirmed on the previous day. No-shows will not be refunded.
- The Forbidden City is closed on Mondays. For Monday departures, we’ll visit the Summer Palace and the Mutianyu Great Wall instead.
- The Forbidden City requires a real-name reservation 7 days in advance and tickets are easily sold out. We highly recommend booking your tour as early as possible; otherwise, international travelers may need to line up to buy tickets on site.
- Please provide your accurate passport information for real-name ticket bookings, and make sure to carry the same valid ID on the tour day; otherwise, the scenic area will deny entry.
- Chinese nationals, including guests from Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan, need to provide their official Chinese names and book at least 7 days in advance.
- Your expert guide will help you breeze through security checks at Tiananmen Square. Leave your bag in the car and carry only your passport and bottled water to speed up the progress.
- Great Wall Toboggan: For safety, it is not available for guests over 60, pregnant women, and children under 3. Children aged 3 to 10 may ride when accompanied by an adult. Don’t worry if the toboggan isn’t for you – the round-trip cable car or chairlift is suitable for everyone.
- This tour is not recommended for guests aged 85 and above.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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