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Start from 178USD P/P
Per Person
Start from 178USD P/P
Per Person
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Why Travel with Discover Beijing Tours
Unique Experiences
Enjoy a premium trip that goes beyond the typical tourist attractions.Well-Selected Local Guides
Knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive — your personal local guides will share interesting stories, insider information, and even create unexpected highlights!Your Booking is Risk-Free
Cancel up to 24 hours before the travel date in advance for a full refund
Private Garden Tour: The Summer Palace and Beijing Botanical Garden
For a great escape from the bustle of the city without having to venture too far, this day is dedicated to visiting two of the most prominent gardens in Beijing, the Botanical Garden and the Summer Palace. The tour not only explores the natural beauty of areas, but also the culture and history.
Tour Highlights
Tour Highlights- Explore two gardens with beautiful scenery and rich history
- Private tour more focus on history, culture and life
- Learn about the history of the Qing Dynasty
- Explore the fascinating Summer Palace and hear the stories about the Dragon Lady
- Make sure everyone bring passport with
- Full names and passport numbers are required to book tickets for attractions
Itinerary Quick Look
Your day will start with a pickup from your centrally located hotel in Beijing where you will meet the tour guide.
First you will drive pass by the Olympic Park and stop for photos. Beijing Olympic Park is where the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games and Paralympics took place. The two famous stadiums are -The Water Cube and The Bird’s Nest ,The Bird’s Nest was the main venue of the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, when it had a capacity of 91 000 spectators.
Then heading to the Summer Palace. The Summer Palace in Beijing – first built in 1750, largely destroyed in the war of 1860 and restored on its original foundations in 1886 – is a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. The natural landscape of hills and open water is combined with artificial features such as pavilions, halls, palaces, temples and bridges to form a harmonious ensemble of outstanding aesthetic value.The Summer Palace combined political and administrative, residential, spiritual, and recreational functions within a landscape of lakes and mountains, in accordance with the Chinese philosophy of balancing the works of man with nature.
With your knowledgeable and experienced English speaking guide, you will hear all detailed stories and historical about this Palace, and learn the essence of the Chinese gardens.The Chinese have a totally different perspective on what a garden should be and it must be seen to be understood.
Stop at a local restaurant for a delicious Chinese Lunch.
Continue to the Beijing Botanical Garden.Covering an area of 400 hectares, it is renowned as the largest botanical garden in North China. The garden contains not only a great variety of rare trees and stunning flowers, but also houses a number of historical attractions.
Your tour will conclude with drop-off back at your hotel.
| Group Size | Adult(Age:11-80) Price/p.p | Child(Age:4-10) Price/p.p | Infant(Age:0-3) Price/p.p |
| 1 Person | $ 308 | $ 50 | Free of charge but no seat |
| 2 Adults | $ 178 | / | / |
| 3 Adults | $ 148 | / | / |
| 4 Adults | $ 128 | / | / |
| 5 Adults | $ 118 | / | / |
| 6 Adults | $ 98 | / | / |
| 7 Adults | $ 90 | / | / |
| 8 Adults | $ 90 | / | / |
| 9 Adults | $ 84 | / | / |
| 10-15 Adults | $ 78 | / | / |
Discount available at low season, please send inquiries!
Free cancellation
Free cancellationCancel up to 24 hours before the travel date in advance for a full refund
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DepartureOur tour guide will hold a sign with your name on and meet you in the lobby of your Beijing Downtown hotel
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Departure Time8:00/ 9:00/ 10:00am
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Return TimeTour is about 8 hours
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IncludedBottled waterLunchProfessional guideTransport by private vehicleEntrance fee
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Not IncludedGratuities
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