Summer Palace & Old Summer Palace Tour

Overview

Visit two of Beijing's most beautiful imperial retreats in one day. The Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features the iconic Long Corridor, Marble Boat, and serene Kunming Lake. Then explore the haunting ruins of the Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan), once called the 'Garden of Gardens' before its destruction in 1860. Your guide provides fascinating context about the Qing Dynasty and the events that shaped modern China.

Highlights

• Boat ride on Kunming Lake
• Walk the famous Long Corridor with 14,000 paintings
• Explore the ruins of the Old Summer Palace
• Learn about the Qing Dynasty history
• Beautiful garden photography opportunities

Itinerary