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based on Explore Beijing's amazing history and culture on this seven-hour tour to the Lama Temple, the zoo to see China's famous pandas and the historic Summer Palace. This seven-hour tour provides a comprehensive, unhurried introduction to all there is to see in vibrant, enormous Beijing.
Your relaxed day tour begins at the Yonghe Lamasery, one of the best examples of the region's many sacred temples. Lama Temple reveals diverse architectural styles from Han, Mongolia, Manchuria and Tibet. The highlight is the impressive 60-foot (18-meter) Maitreya Buddha, carved from a single sandalwood tree. Next, it's on to the zoo to see one of the highpoints of any visit to Beijing, the frolicking pandas, China's living treasures.
After a stop for lunch, you'll visit the emperors' retreat, the historic Summer Palace. Empress Dowager Cixi renovated the estate in the 19th century, installing the artificial lake we see today. After touring the ornate palace, you'll stroll through one of Beijing's favorite parks and go on a shopping excursion to the Tianhou Silk Market.
- Seven-hour tour of three of Beijing's historic and cultural attractions: Lama Temple, zoo Panda Garden and the Summer Palace
- Yonghe Lamasery sacred temple
- Maitreya Buddha, carved from a single sandalwood tree
- Seeing pandas playing at the zoo's Panda Garden
- Historic Summer Palace grounds and galleries
- Shopping at the Tianhou Silk Market
- English-speaking guide
- Pickup and drop off from city-centre Beijing hotels
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Beijing Historical Tour including the Summer Palace, Lama Temple and the Panda Garden
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure Point:Tour departs from Beijing city hotels
Departure Time:- 7:30am
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions.
Duration: 7 hours (approx.) Return details:Returns to original departure point
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop off (selected hotels only)
- Local guide
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation tour will be received at time of booking
- Infants aged 2 years and under travel free of charge, providing they are not occupying a seat.
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