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Discover Beijing’s spiritual heart and timeless charm on this full-day city tour that combines the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. you’ll explore four of Beijing’s most captivating landmarks in one seamless journey.
Start your morning at the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Wander through its grand architecture and peaceful gardens as your guide shares stories of imperial rituals and ancient symbolism.
After a traditional local lunch, step into the magnificent Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design featuring serene lakes, pavilions, and gardens once reserved for emperors.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Subway station TIANTANDONGMEN -Exit A2. Notes: Take Subway Line 5, and get off at the TIANTANDONGMEN Station, Coming out of the Exit A2 is the gathering point. (Chinese address for taxi driver : 天坛东门地铁站A2出口). Your guide will be holding a "busda" signboard.
Itinerary
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Begin your journey at the Temple of Heaven, one of Beijing’s most sacred imperial landmarks and a masterpiece of Ming Dynasty architecture. As you walk through the expansive park, your professional English-speaking guide will share stories of how emperors once came here to pray for good harvests and divine blessings. Admire the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a stunning triple-gabled circular building made entirely of wood without a single nail, symbolizing the harmony between heaven and earth. You’ll also explore the Imperial Vault of Heaven and the Echo Wall, where a whisper can travel magically from one end to the other. Beyond the temples, enjoy watching local Beijingers practicing Tai Chi, dancing, or playing traditional instruments — a glimpse into everyday life in the capital. With BusDa, you’ll travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a no-shopping, no-detour experience focused purely on culture and discovery.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
2Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
Immerse yourself in imperial elegance as you explore the Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Beijing’s most enchanting attractions. Your English-speaking guide will lead you through this vast royal garden, once the summer retreat of emperors seeking peace and coolness away from the Forbidden City. Learn about its fascinating history, delicate design, and the stories of Empress Dowager Cixi, who once ruled China from this tranquil paradise. Stroll along the Long Corridor, the world’s longest painted walkway, decorated with thousands of intricate artworks. Admire the Marble Boat, the 17-Arch Bridge, and the stunning views of Kunming Lake, where willow trees dance with the breeze. If you join during summer, you can even take an optional boat ride across the lake, capturing the serene beauty of the surrounding hills and temples. As you wander through pavilions, temples, and gardens, your guide will share the symbolism behind traditional Chinese landscaping
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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