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BusDa-Temple of Heaven & Summer Palace Tours with Options

By Busda
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$72 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Experience the cultural heart of Beijing with us in a one-day tour to the Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. This well-designed itinerary allows you to explore Beijing’s most iconic landmarks in comfort and style. Start your day at the magnificent Temple of Heaven, where ancient emperors once prayed for good harvests. Continue to the beautiful Summer Palace, a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design with serene lakes, pavilions, and long corridors adorned with intricate paintings.
Travel in comfort with our air-conditioned bus or private car service, accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide.

Activity location

  • The Temple Of Heaven
    • The Temple Heaven
    • Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Temple of Heaven
    • 100061, Dongcheng, Beijing, China

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Full-day Group Bus Tours

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Full-day Guided Group Tour : Tour includes English guide, Bus transfers & Entry Tickets. Tour excludes Shuttle bus, Boat & Lunch.
Starting point:
Temple of Heaven, Dongcheng, China, 100061
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$71.86 x 1 AdultAU$71.86
Total
Price is AU$71.86
Until Wed, 8 July

Full-day Private Car Tours

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Full-day Private Guided Tours : Tour includes English guide, Private car with driver & Entry Tickets. Tour excludes Boat Riding & Lunch.
Starting point:
Beijing, China
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$349.24 x 1 AdultAU$349.24
Total
Price is AU$349.24
Until Wed, 8 July

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Airconditioned tour bus during the tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English speaking tour guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance ticket to the Summer Palace
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance ticket to the Temple of Heaven
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Imperial Waterway Cruise in Summer Palace (if option selected)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for the tour guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Other personal expences
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal travel accident insurance

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

The Temple Of Heaven

  • 2h
Discover the spiritual heart of imperial Beijing at the Temple of Heaven, one of China’s most magnificent architectural masterpieces. Built in the early 15th century, this UNESCO World Heritage site was where emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties prayed for good harvests. Accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide, you’ll explore the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, the Imperial Vault of Heaven, and the Echo Wall, famous for its unique acoustic design. Stroll through vast ancient cypress gardens where locals practice Tai Chi, play traditional instruments, or fly kites, offering a glimpse into Beijing’s living culture. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with no detours or forced shopping, ensuring a smooth and authentic experience. The Temple of Heaven tour perfectly blends history, architecture, and everyday life, making it a must-see for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Chinese heritage.

Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)

  • 3h
Visit the magnificent Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the best-preserved royal garden in China. Once the summer retreat of Qing emperors, this elegant complex blends nature and architecture in perfect harmony. Stroll along the scenic Kunming Lake and climb Longevity Hill for a panoramic view of the garden. Admire the famous Long Corridor, the Marble Boat, and the Tower of Buddhist Incense while your English-speaking guide shares fascinating stories about imperial life and Empress Dowager Cixi. Enjoy a relaxed and comfortable experience with BusDa’s professional service. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, explore at your own pace, and immerse yourself in the beauty and tranquility of ancient China. Whether you join our affordable bus tour or prefer a private car option, this visit promises an authentic, smooth, and memorable journey — no shopping, no detours, no scams, just pure cultural enjoyment.

Location

Activity location

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    The Temple Of Heaven
    • The Temple Heaven
    • Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Temple of Heaven
    • 100061, Dongcheng, Beijing, China
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Beijing
    • Beijing, Beijing, China

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