Overview
Explore the architecture, culture and heritage of Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace from Tianjin by bullet train. Follow your personal guide watch the morning exercise and fun life in the Temple of Heaven park about locals. Enjoy the bargain shopping in the famous Pearl Market. Discover the charms of the most beautiful garden in the Summer Palace. Eat at the restaurant where the locals go. Tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, boat ride in the Summer Palace, Beijing - Tianjin round trip bullet train tickets, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. Tianjin hotel pick up and drop off also included.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Train tickets
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Private Tour
- Entrance Fee
What's Not Included
- Gratuites
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Your driver will pick you up at your prearranged time in your Tianjin Hotel's lobby and you will be transferred to Tianjin train station. Experience a fantastic 30 minutes bullet train ride to Beijing.
Stop 2
Upon arrival at Beijing South Railway Station, your tour guide will pick you up at the exit of the Arrival Hall with your name sign.
Stop 3
Your exploration begins with a visit to the stunning Temple of Heaven visited by the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties for annual ceremonies of prayer to Heaven. Watching local people doing morning exercises and you are welcome to join!
Stop 4
Visit the famous Pearl Market for an unique shopping experience. Receive tips from your guide on which vendors to visit for specific items and how to find the perfect souvenirs to take home
Stop 5
Enjoy your delicious lunch at an authentic restaurant. Then heading to the Summer Palace. Renowned for its beautiful landscape and spectacular architecture, the Summer Palace has been listed in the World Heritage Sites and considered as one of the most classical gardens of the world.
Stop 6
Follow your tour guide to learn the related history and stories of this imperial palace. And take the dragon boat to admire the harmonious design of Chinese garden landscapes. Afterwards, you will be taken back to Beijing South Railway Station for your train back to Tianjin, your driver in Tianjin will pick you up from Tianjin Railway station and you will be transferred back to your hotel in Tianjin.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness