In-depth Exploring Summer Palace with Viewing Magnolia Blossoms
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5 Ratings
Beijing
Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Summer Palace and witness the enchanting magnolia blossoms. Experience the rich history and tranquility of this imperial garden while marveling at nature's wonders.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - Meet up your tour guide and driver in the morning, and head to Summer Palace, where radiates the natural beauty and the grandeur of royal gardens, it’s considered the best preserved imperial garden in China.

You will spend the whole day to see all most famous courtyards and scenic spots in it: the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity, Hall of Jade Billows, the Hall of Joyful Longevity, the long corridor, the marble boat, etc. And listen to the stories of Empress Dowager Cixi (Dragon Lady).

Meanwhile, stop to keep enjoying the magnolia blossoms. The height of magnolia tree can be up to 5 meters. When the flower blossoms, it stands proudly on the branch, the color is pure white and holy. Because the magnolia blooms first and leaves grow after the flower is withered, the tree is full of white during flowering, there is no variegation, which makes people admire it. Magnolia blossoms’ flower language is \

What's Included
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide
  • Delicious lunch included
  • Private vehicle transportation
  • All entrance fees covered
What's Not Included
  • Gratitude(for good service)
  • If your booking is only ticket, it means no guide service
  • Meals
  • Transportation
Additional Information

This is a tour specially designed for those who admire flowers. The itinerary involves spending the entire day at the Summer Palace, the most well-preserved royal garden in China, where you can also witness the blooming of magnolia flowers. Experience the timeless charm of an ancient courtyard amidst the hustle and bustle, and observe the magnolias blooming in tranquillity.

  • We need all your participants’ full name, passport number and birth date for tickets booking.
  • You had better send us all your scanned copy of passport front page for tickets booking
  • Please note your language request on booking
Location
Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)
No.19 Xinjian Gongmen Road, Haidian District,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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I4985fjserenaf
Apr 22, 2024
Trip to the Summer Palace - Catherine Lu Tours is the perfect agency to organize an enchanting trip to the Summer Palace in Beijing. They take care of all the details (tickets, guide, driver, taking care of luggage) for you and allow you to have a very nice trip even for a short stop in Beijing and they have fair prices. I advise this agency to everyone. I will book again with them if I come back to Beijing.
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Apr 14, 2024
10/10 recommended - fantastic guide in Angel Lee - Angel Lee was an incredible guide throughout the trip and shared fantastic insights that truly make you appreciate the lore, architectural symbolism and natural beauty of the Summer Palace. She was patient, friendly and super helpful in navigating g the place during busy season. Highly recommended for any first time travellers trying to understand Beijings cultural monuments.
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Northstar607823
Nov 4, 2023
Summer Palace - Half day tour with Tour guide, Angel. She’s very friendly and detailed in her explanation. Highly recommend 👍🏼
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