




Beijing: Temple Heaven, Lama Temple & Summer Palace Bus Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 8h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
Overview
- Temple of Heaven: The largest imperial altar complex in China.
- Summer Palace: China's most exquisite imperial garden masterpiece.
- Lama Temple: The grandest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in northern China.
- Peking Duck Meal: delicious authentic Peking Duck lunch, a culinary delight.
Activity location
- Beijing
- Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
- China, Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, CN 北京市 东城区 A 口 邮政编码: 100061 | Meeting Point: 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).
- Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China
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Beijing: Temples and Summer Palace Bus Tour with Peking Duck
- 8h 30m
- English
What's included, what's not
- Airconditioned tour bus during the tour
- English speaking tour guide
- Entrance ticket to the Temple of Heaven
- Entrance ticket to the Summer Palace.
- Entrance ticket to the Lama Temple
- Peking Duck lunch at Local Restaurant.
- Imperial Waterway Cruise in Summer Palace (if option selected)
- Tips for the tour guide
- Other personal expences
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: People with low level of fitness
What you can expect
Tour Duration: 9:00AM- 5:30PM
Tour Itinerary:
09:00 - Gather & Greet
Meet your guide at the designated point and begin your Beijing cultural journey.
09:10 - Imperial Prayers at the Temple of Heaven
The guide leads the group to explore the Temple of Heaven – The largest imperial worship complex in China, where emperors once prayed for good harvests. Marvel at the magnificent Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese architecture. After the Temple of Heaven, board the vehicle to Yonghe Lama Temple.
11:30 - Tibetan Serenity in the City
Discover Beijing's most prestigious Tibetan Buddhist monastery. Admire the stunning 18-meter Maitreya Buddha carved from a single sandalwood tree.
12:30 - A Feast of Legends: Peking Duck Lunch
Savour an authentic Peking Duck banquet at a classic restaurant, a perfect culinary interlude. This exquisite culinary experience will perfectly complement your day of cultural exploration.
13:30 - Journey to the Summer Palace
Relax on a scenic transfer to the legendary Summer Palace, the pinnacle of Chinese garden design.
14:30 - Stroll the “Museum of Royal Gardens”
Guided tour of the Summer Palace – A UNESCO-listed imperial garden known as the “Museum of Royal Gardens.” Stroll along Kunming Lake and admire the iconic Long Corridor’s painted scenes.
Optional Detour: Imperial Waterway Cruise
(Available upon arrival) Glide into the gardens by boat, retracing the historic route of the emperors. (¥100/person)
17:30 - A Fond Farewell
The tour concludes at the Summer Palace North Gate subway station. Your guide will assist you to the station, from where you can reach city centre in just 20 minutes, perfectly avoiding the congested traffic. Guests are welcome to stay and continue exploring the gardens at their leisure.
Location
Activity location
- Beijing
- Beijing, Bei Jing Shi, China
Meeting/Redemption Point
- China, Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, CN 北京市 东城区 A 口 邮政编码: 100061 | Meeting Point: 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).
- Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China