Summer Palace Half Day Tour

Summer Palace Half Day Tour

Walking Tours

Summer Palace Half Day Tour

From 160.00

Half Day Summer Palace Tour

The Summer Palace in northwest suburban Beijing is the largest and most complete imperial garden existing in China. It was first built in the 12th century as an imperial palace. Renovation and extension in the following several hundred years till the end of the 19th century led it to become the large wonder we see it as today and was officially named the Summer Palace

Free Cancellation Fully refundable when canceled up to 24 hours prior to departure
4 Hours Duration of experience
Tour Guide / Driver Type of tour leader

Experience

The Summer Palace was the playground of the royal family during the Qing Dynasty, in the last dynasty of imperial China. You will indulge yourself, as they did, in the overwhelming beauty of the imperial gardens, Kunming Lake and lavish palace and living complexes. Stroll under the eaves of the Long Corridor often described as the longest art gallery in the world. Destroyed twice by invading foreign forces, the palace was fully renovated to its present condition by the Empress Dowager Ci Xi(慈禧太后), a task which nearly bankrupt the nation.

  • Round trip transfer from selected centrally located hotels (within 4th ring road)
  • Private car or mini van
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • Entrance tickets
  • Bottled water in the vehicle

  • Optional guide & driver gratuities

This is a Half-Day Trip to visit the Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is a magnificent imperial garden located in Beijing, China. It is a UNESCO ... See more
Highlights
The Summer Palace was the playground of the royal family during the Qing Dynasty, in the last dynasty of imperial China. You will indulge yourself, as they did, in the overwhelming beauty of the imperial gardens, Kunming Lake and lavish palace and living complexes. Stroll under the eaves of the Long Corridor often described as the longest art gallery in the world. Destroyed twice by invading foreign forces, the palace was fully renovated to its present condition by the Empress Dowager Ci Xi(慈禧太后), a task which nearly bankrupt the nation.
Includes
  • Round trip transfer from selected centrally located hotels (within 4th ring road)
  • Private car or mini van
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • Entrance tickets
  • Bottled water in the vehicle
Excludes
  • Optional guide & driver gratuities
Itinerary
This is a Half-Day Trip to visit the Summer Palace
The Summer Palace is a magnificent imperial garden located in Beijing, China. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist destination for its stunning architecture and picturesque landscapes. A half-day trip to the Summer Palace offers visitors a glimpse into China's rich history and a chance to relax in a peaceful and scenic environment
.Upon arrival at the Summer Palace, visitors are greeted by the grand entrance gate ... See more
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