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4-Hour Private Tour: Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, Guozijian Museum with Dim Sum

By Unique Beijing Tours
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was NZ$312 and current price is NZ$280 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

4-Hour Exclusive Beijing Temple Tour: Escape the crowds to explore two serene, lesser-known gems – the sacred Lama Temple and the scholarly Confucius Temple, linked to the ancient Imperial College (China’s top imperial university) for an intimate cultural immersion.

Led by a local expert guide, you’ll uncover fascinating stories: from the Lama Temple’s role in welcoming the 6th Panchen Lama and its towering sandalwood Buddha, to the Confucius Temple’s 700-year-old stone tablets inscribed with 50,000 scholars’ names. Then savour authentic dim sum at a local favourite spot (loved by Beijingers).

Choose morning (lunch) or afternoon (dinner) slots. Two packages available: 4-person return transport included, or guide-only (self-transport).

Activity location
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
    • No.12 Yonghegong Street, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District,
    • 100007, Beijing, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
    • No.12 Yonghegong Street, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District,
    • 100007, Beijing, China

Check availability

Tour without Transfer
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

After tour guide meet you in the lobby of your hotel, you can either taxi or subway at your own cost to the sites
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:00 PM
Price details
NZ$311.05
NZ$279.95 x 1 AdultNZ$279.95
Total
The previous price was NZ$311.05 and current price is NZ$279.95
10% off
Until Fri, 27 Feb
Tour with private transfer
  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Choose this option to including a private transfer between sites.
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:00 PM
Price details
NZ$431.45
NZ$388.31 x 1 AdultNZ$388.31
Total
The previous price was NZ$431.45 and current price is NZ$388.31
10% off
Until Fri, 27 Feb

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private Transfer if choose the related option
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance Fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Dim Sum Lunch or Dinner
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Transport fee if you choose the option without transfer

Know before you book

  • 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
  • Infant meals not included
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Activity itinerary

Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Your English - speaking guide will meet you at your Beijing hotel. If you've opted for public transport, the guide will accompany you on the subway or in a taxi to reach the attractions(at your own cost). For those who have booked a private air - conditioned vehicle, simply follow the guide and enjoy a comfortable ride to the sites.​ First, visit the Lama Temple, once an imperial residence and now the largest, best - preserved lamasery in Beijing. It combines a Tibetan Buddhism museum and an active temple. Admire the Buddha Maitreya statue, carved from a single sandalwood log from Nepal, the world's largest wooden Buddha. The architecture here is a fascinating blend of Han and Tibetan styles, with each hall housing unique religious artefacts. The air is filled with the fragrance of burning incense, creating a truly immersive spiritual experience.​
Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Next, head to the Confucius Temple. This temple is dedicated to the great Chinese philosopher Confucius and serves as a symbol of traditional Chinese culture and education. It's a place where you can pay homage to Confucius and learn about his teachings that have influenced Chinese society for thousands of years. The temple complex is adorned with ancient steles inscribed with important historical and educational texts, and rows of cypress trees line the paths, exuding a solemn and serene atmosphere.
Guo Zi Jian (The Imperial College) (Pass by)
After that, make your way to the Imperial College (Guozijian), which was the highest educational institution in ancient China. Here, you can explore the architecture of the ancient educational system. The highlight is the imperial performance held within its historic grounds, which adds a touch of grandeur and allows you to feel the atmosphere of the imperial era.​ Finally, conclude the tour with a sumptuous dim sum meal. If you started the tour in the morning, you'll enjoy a lavish lunch. For afternoon tours, a delightful dinner awaits, featuring a variety of mouth - watering dim sum dishes to satisfy your taste buds. If you choose the option with private transfer, our driver will take you back to your hotel afterwards.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
    • No.12 Yonghegong Street, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District,
    • 100007, Beijing, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
    • No.12 Yonghegong Street, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District,
    • 100007, Beijing, China

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