Beijing: Panda House, Summer Palace, Old Hutong &Temple of Heaven

Duration8h - 9h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Let your experienced local private guide take you to explore Beijing’s most iconic landmarks on one unforgettable full-day tour. Get up close to adorable giant pandas, discover the magnificent charm of the Summer Palace, wander through time-honored ancient Hutongs, and visit the revered Temple of Heaven.

Important Note: The Temple of Heaven is closed every Monday. Should this fall on your tour date, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly, with a visit arranged to Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple) as an alternative attraction.

Options

Guide+Didi Taxi & no lunch

Reasonable private tour : This price option exclude lunch, your private tour guide will take Didi taxi to go around.
Duration: 8 hours: Please note: the Temple of Heaven is closed on Mondays, and it will be adjusted to visit Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple) instead.
Pickup included

Group Meet at Regent Hotel

Group Tour around 12 people: Please make your own way to the meeting point. No need to provide your hotel information for this option.
Meeting time: 8:00am: Please arrive 5 minutes early.
By Taxi: Regent Beijing Hotel, 99 Jinbao Street, near Wangfujing.
By Subway: Take Line 5 to Dengshikou Station (Exit C). Walk 50m (1 min) to the hotel entrance.
Note: The Temple of Heaven is closed every Monday. We will arrange a visit to Yonghegong Lama Temple as an alternative on such days
Included: Entrance tickets, professional tour guide, private driver & van service (lunch not included).

Guide+Private Driver+Lunch

All-inclusive private tour: Included: Private tour, Local food lunch, Private driver with car service and entrance ticket.

Duration: 8 hours: Please note: the Temple of Heaven is closed on Mondays, and it will be adjusted to visit Yonghe Temple (Lama Temple) instead.
Pickup included

Mini-Group with hotel pickup

Group of approximately 8 PAX: Your downtown Hotel pickup & Drop-off, Tickets, Guide, Driver. (No Lunch Included, but available to purchase on the tour)
Duration: 8 hours: Tour duration may slightly differ due to traffic.
Pick-up: 7:30–8:00 AM (per your hotel).
Premium Mini Group Tour: At a better price, with a friendly group where you can meet fellow travelers.
Note: The Temple of Heaven is closed every Monday. We will arrange a visit to Yonghegong Lama Temple as an alternative on such days
Pickup included

What's included

Bottle water
Professional guide
In case the Temple of Heaven is closed on Mondays, we will visit Yonghegong (Lama Temple) instead
Hotel pickup and drop-off (not for the Group Meet at Regent Hotel option)
Air-conditioned vehicle transportation provided
Lunch is included for the all-inclusive private option only

Gratuities
Souvenirs

What to expect

Beijing
30m

Meet your friendly private guide at your hotel or the designated meeting point at the scheduled departure time. Then head to the Panda House in Xicheng District, where you can observe the adorable giant pandas up close. In the morning, you’ll have the chance to watch them enjoying their breakfast.
Summer Palace
2h · Admission ticket included

Next, your knowledgeable guide will lead you on a fascinating tour of the Summer Palace, once the magnificent imperial garden of the Chinese royal family. With over 3,000 rooms, this vast complex is brimming with exquisite pavilions, graceful bridges, iconic long corridors, and ancient temples. As you stroll through, your guide will share vivid stories and historical insights, bringing this royal retreat to life.
Wudaoying Hutong
1h 30m

Your guide will take you on a delightful walking tour through Beijing’s ancient Hutongs. Stroll along narrow, winding lanes lined with traditional courtyard residences, immerse yourself in the genuine lifestyle of old Beijing, and listen as your guide tells fascinating stories and shares local traditions behind these century-old alleys. You will get an intimate glimpse of local daily life, creating an authentic, immersive and unforgettable Beijing experience.
Lunch will be arranged within the Hutong area, featuring a wide selection of local delicacies at your leisure. Ample free time will be provided for you to sample authentic local cuisine. Lunch is at your own expense for the standard tour. For guests booking the all-inclusive package, lunch is included and covered in the tour price.
Temple of Heaven
1h 30m · Admission ticket included

Continue your visit to the Temple of Heaven, once a sacred site where ancient emperors held grand ceremonies to worship Heaven and pray for good harvests. Besides its magnificent ancient architecture, you’ll also witness lively daily scenes in the surrounding park, with locals practicing tai chi, singing, dancing and enjoying leisure activities.

In case the Temple of Heaven is closed on Mondays, we will visit Yonghegong (Lama Temple) instead. As a famous Tibetan Buddhist temple with a long history, it features splendid halls, exquisite Buddha statues and a strong religious atmosphere, offering a unique glimpse into Beijing’s Buddhist culture.
Beijing
30m

At the end of the tour, your driver will transfer you back to your original departure point or any downtown hotel you specify.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please bring your passport with you and meet us on time at the main entrance of Regent Hotel Wangfujing（王府井丽晶饭店）.

Taxi:
Regent Beijing Hotel, 99 Jinbao Street, near Wangfujing.（北京王府井金宝街99号）
Subway:
Take Line 5 to Dengshikou Station (Exit C). Walk 50m (about 1 minute) to the hotel entrance.

End point

Please bring your passport with you and meet us on time at the main entrance of Regent Hotel Wangfujing（王府井丽晶饭店）.

Taxi:
Regent Beijing Hotel, 99 Jinbao Street, near Wangfujing.（北京王府井金宝街99号）
Subway:
Take Line 5 to Dengshikou Station (Exit C). Walk 50m (about 1 minute) to the hotel entrance.

Pickup details

This tour only provides hotel pick-up and drop-off services in the downtown city. This service does not apply to the "Meet at Regent Hotel" option. If your hotel is not listed, please specify it in special requirements.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
In case the Temple of Heaven is closed on Mondays, we will visit Yonghegong (Lama Temple) instead
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For the Meet at Grand Hotel group tour option. Kindly note that your itinerary may be cancelled with a full refund if the group size is less than 3 people.
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults

Cancellation policy

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

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