2-Hour Lama Temple and Confucius Temple Guided Walking Tour

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2 to 3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Immerse yourself in the history and culture of Lama Temple and Confucius Temple on this 2 hour private walking tour. After an introduction to the Chinese history, follow a guide
to stroll around different courtyards and halls to discover temples rich history and culture. Tour also including a visit to Guozijian which was the highest educational institution and administering organ of education set up by the state during the three dynasties of Yuan, Ming and Qing. You'll have plenty of time to ask questions and snap photos. When make booking you can choose to include a private transfer to make the tour more comfortable.

What's Included

Hotel pickup(but not including the transportation fee to the Lama temple)
Transport by private vehicle if you choose the option
Entrance Fee
Gratuities
Transportation if you choose the option with no transport

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, please provide hotel details when make booking

Itinerary

Duration: 2 to 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

    Your English speaking guide will pick you up in your hotel's lobby. Then heading directly to the Lama Temple. (when make booking you can choose to include a private transfer or just take taxi or subway at your own cost). The Lama temple is the biggest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Beijing, which is also a popular worship place for locals. Converted from a royal palace to a Tibetan Buddhist temple by the emperor in the Qing Dynasty, the lama temple has been one of the most influential Tibetan Buddhism temples in China. Today it is not only a museum of Tibetan Buddhism but also a functioning temple where locals pray. Follow your tour guide to stroll around the courtyards and halls to discover three treasures in the temple: the largest sandalwood Buddha in the world, the bronze Buddhas of past, present, and future, and the 500-Arhat-Hill.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum

    Next, enjoy a walking tour of the peaceful Hutong allay then arrive at the Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum where unfold a picture scroll for its long history and unique architectural style. Feel the charming of the past as you stroll through the halls and courtyards. Admire the beautiful bridges, archways, tablets, and pavilions. Beijing Confucius Temple was built in 1306, It was the place where memorial ceremonies were held for Confucius during the Yuan, Ming and Qing Dynasties, while Guozijian in Beijing was the highest educational institution and administering organ of education set up by the state during the three dynasties of Yuan, Ming and Qing. After the tour finished, you can choose to stay longer to explore more on your own, or your tour guide will help you to get a taxi to your next destination at your own cost.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Unique Beijing Tours

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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Religious Tours
Car Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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