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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 Temple of Heaven Walking Tour with Peking Duck Dinner
Explore the UNESCO-listed Temple of Heaven (with insider stories from a local guide), shop for souvenirs at the Pearl Market, and top off your evening with crispy Peking Duck or a dazzling Kung Fu performance—customize this private tour to your schedule!
Itinerary Quick Look
Join a local guide for an immersive afternoon walk to unlock the secrets of Beijing’s Temple of Heaven—plus optional Peking Duck dinner or Kung Fu show (or both!). This private tour has zero hidden fees, promising an authentic local experience.
1. Flexible Hotel Pick-Up (14:00 or Your Preferred Time)
Your English-speaking guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 14:00 (adjust the start time to fit your schedule—this is your private tour!). Travel to the Temple of Heaven via subway or taxi (cost covered by you).
2. Temple of Heaven Exploration: History & Hidden Stories
Historical Snapshot: Built in the early 15th century for Ming and Qing emperors to pray for good harvests, the Temple of Heaven is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a masterpiece of ancient Chinese ritual architecture.
Start with a guide-led overview: stand by the temple map to hear how emperors once performed elaborate heaven-worshipping ceremonies here. Then wander the sprawling park, with your guide sharing details of each landmark:
- Spot the symbolic 7 Star Stones (linked to ancient cosmology)
- Stroll the shaded Long Corridor (once used by imperial retinues)
- Marvel at the iconic Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests (a wooden masterpiece with no nails)
- Visit the Hall of Imperial Zenith (where emperors prepared for rituals)
- Step into the on-site museum to learn the temple’s architectural genius and ritual functions
- Walk the elevated Danbi Bridge (the “Path of Heaven” for emperors)
- Experience the acoustic magic of the Echo Wall and Imperial Vault of Heaven
- Stand on the circular Altar of Heaven (the core of heaven-worshipping ceremonies)
Exit via the East Gate when your 3-hour temple exploration wraps up.
3. Pearl Market Shopping: Bargain Like a Local
Next, head to the bustling Pearl Market—your one-stop shop for souvenirs (headphones, scarves, jewelry, etc.). Your guide will share pro tips: which vendors to hit for specific items, and how to negotiate prices like a local (fun, friendly haggling is part of the experience!).
4. Optional Extras: End Your Evening in Style
After the market, choose one (or both) of these iconic Beijing experiences:
- Peking Duck Dinner (≈18:00): Dine at a local restaurant on crispy, fruitwood-roasted Peking Duck—Beijing’s most famous dish. Your guide will join you, explaining how to wrap the duck (with pancakes, scallions, and hoisin sauce) and sharing stories of Chinese food culture. (Swap for a regular Chinese dinner if preferred.)
- Kung Fu Show (19:30–20:40): After dinner, catch a dazzling Kung Fu performance. Follow the story of Chunyi (a boy who mastered Kung Fu at a temple) through high-flying martial arts, dance, and vivid stage sets—blending history and action.
Tour Conclusion
At the end of your evening, your guide will help you plan your trip back to the hotel (or your next destination).
Note: Peking Duck dinner and Kung Fu show are optional add-ons—pick what fits your mood!
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 Time2：00pm
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Return TimeTour is about 6 hours
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IncludedEnglish speaking tour guideBottled waterPeking duck dinner or Kung Fu showHotel pickup and drop-off (For hotel's within 4th ring road of Beijing)Private tourTransport by private vehicleEntrance fees
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Not IncludedGratuitiesAlcoholic drinks (available to purchase)Personal expense
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