4-Hour Private Tour of the Summer Palace by Public Transportation

Beijing’s public transport system is remarkably convenient and it is one of the fastest ways to get around the city by bus and metro. Immerse yourself with the locals and gain an experience of a commute in Beijing. This 4-hour private tour will help you truly experience the local’s commuting and visit the beautiful Summer Palace.

Depending on the start time selected at checkout, meet your guide outside of your hotel lobby at 9am or 1pm. From here, you’ll make your way to the nearest metro station for the short and easy journey to the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), a UNESCO World Heritage site.  During your journey, your guide provides a historical overview of the landmark, which was built in 1750 as a royal residence and is widely considered a masterpiece of Chinese landscape design. On arrival at the palace, you’ll feast your eyes on an intricately painted wooden promenade known as Long Corridor, admire the 17-arch marble bridge that connects South Lake Island to Kunming Lake, and remark at the frivolity of a marble boat dedicated to Empress Dowager Cixi. See, too, gorgeous examples of Chinese landscaping at the Hall of Dispelling Clouds and Longevity Hill before either continuing to explore the grounds independently or accompanying your guide back to your Beijing accommodation.