Highlights / General details
Forbidden City is the best preserved imperial palace in China and the largest ancient palatial structure in the world. The splendid architecture of the Forbidden City represents the essence and culmination of traditional Chinese architectural accomplishment.
Temple of Heaven is spectacular temple that the Emperors visited during the Ming and Qing dynasties to pray for a good harvest. Because of the Temples beauty, many locals still visit and use the site to exercise.
Summer Palace is another breathtaking area that will be seen. Entering into the gates of the Summer Palace is like stepping into another world. The grandeur and beauty of the Palace is overwhelming and is sure to impress anyone.
Groups of around ten people will be transported in an air-conditioned bus and lead by a professionally trained, English-speaking tour guide. This One Day Bus Tour will take care of all your arrangements so that you may enjoy these three must see sights.
Inclusion
Private car/coach for transfers service and sightseeing program; Meals as specified in the itinerary; Local English-speaking tour guide; Parking fee & toll fee wherever applicable.
Exclusion
Personal expenses such as drinks, optional activities, etc.; Gratuities to the tour guide & driver.
Hours of operation
Available: Tuesday - Sunday; Pick up at 7:30am - 8:00am.
Duration
Approximately 10 hours.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 7:30am - 8:00am.
Exclusion
Personal expenses such as drinks, optional activities, etc.; Gratuities to the tour guide & driver.
Hours of operation
Available: Tuesday - Sunday; Pick up at 7:30am - 8:00am.
Duration
Approximately 10 hours.
Location
Your private English-speaking guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel around 7:30am - 8:00am.
Itinerary
Pick up service by your tour guide and driver at 7:30-8:00am.
Forbidden City - Driving Time (30 minutes).
Forbidden City - Sightseeing (2 hours).
Pearl factory - Sightseeing (30 minutes).
Local Foreign Restaurant - Lunch (1 hour).
Temple of Heaven – Sightseeing (1 hour).
Summer Palace - Driving Time (40 minutes).
Summer Palace - Sightseeing (1.5 hours).
(Optional: Kunming Lake Boat, not included in tour price).
Typical Chinese shopping on the way back, have a taste of Chinese Tea at Dr. Tea. (30 minutes).
Drop-off service at your hotel.
Policies
Tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate.
Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.
**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**
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