Beijing, Historian Guided Tour of the Summer Palace

Beijing, China
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesRussian, English
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

A small group tour of the Summer Palace led by an English/Russian-speaking guide.

【Meeting Time】: 9:00 AM / 2:00 PM

【Meeting Location】: East Gate
Summer Palace Tour Details: Enter the Summer Palace through the East Gate. Your journey will tell the royal anecdotes behind every scenic spot in the Summer Palace.

【Find Your Guide】: Your English/Russian guide will contact you by phone/WhatsApp/email before 8:00 PM the night before to inform you of the specific meeting time, flag colors (e.g., yellow and blue), and the guide's contact number.

Options

RU Summer Palace tour
Summer Palace EN tour

What's included

  • Disinfected wireless earbuds ensure clear sound quality.
  • The entrance ticket to the Summer Palace is included (no need to purchase separately).
  • 2-hour English/Russian guided tour provided by certified experts
  • The maximum number of people in a group is 15 (adults and children).
  • Hotel Accommodation and Transportation
  • Dining at the attractions (we recommend nearby local restaurants)

What to expect

  1. Long Corridor at the Summer Palace
    20m · Admission ticket included
    Our guide will walk with you along the 728‑meter covered corridor, pointing out more than 14,000 traditional Chinese paintings on the beams – each telling a different myth, legend, or landscape – so you can enjoy an open‑air gallery while staying sheltered from sun or rain.
  2. 20m · Admission ticket included
    Our guide will lead you across the longest bridge in the imperial garden, showing you the 500+ stone lions carved along its railings – each with a different expression – and, if you visit near the winter solstice, you’ll witness the famous “golden light through the arches” sunset phenomenon.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Subway: Take Line 4 to Xiyuan Station, Exit C2, then walk ~14 min to East Gate.
Taxi: Get off at the East Gate of the Summer Palace.
Your guide will contact you via WhatsApp/email the day before with the specific meeting point.

End point

After the guided tour, you are free to leave and explore the Summer Palace on your own until 6 p.m.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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