Temple of Heaven Tour: A 2-Hour Private Stroll with Pearl Market Visit
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Hai Dian Qu
Experience the Temple of Heaven like never before on this 2-hour private tour. Explore the historical complex, learn about its architecture and spiritual symbolism, and visit the Pearl Market. Discover the unique retirement life of Chinese seniors and enjoy the convenience of a private guide, transportation, entrance fees, and hotel pickup.
Duration: 5 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Temple of Heaven - Your tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and take taxi or subway to the Temple of Heaven which used to be the place where the emperors worshipped the God of Heaven 600 year ago. It is one of the ancient Chinese temples of its kind that still stand with supreme status integrity and characteristics.

In this walk tour, you will visit the Circular Mound Altar and the Imperial Vault of Heaven, the knowledgeable tour guide will share relevant Chinese history and interesting stories with you and also make some curious experiments to help you understand better the design of the structures.

Continue the walk, you will visit the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests, wander in the Long Corridor and see Seven-Star Stones. You will also have the chance to see how local people entertain themselves in this park, such as: singing, square dancing, gymnastics, Jianzi game, etc,

  • Pearl Market (Hongqiao Market) - Your certificated tour guide will show you the Market and tell you the bargaining skills and help you to choose souvenirs.
What's Included
  • Professional English speaking tour guide for 2 hours
  • Hotel pickup included
What's Not Included
  • Meal
  • Hotel pick up&drop off
  • Gratitude to the guide (Recommended for good service)
  • Guide will help you find taxi or subway back hotel after Heaven Temple tour(cost is on your own)
Additional Information

Take a leisurely walk around either of these two historical sites, absorbing the architectural beauty and spiritual significance with your well-informed guide at your own speed in this 2-hour tour.

While the Temple of Heaven used to be a sacred place where Imperial emperors prayed for abundant crops, it is now a popular park where Beijing’s older residents perform their morning exercises. This serves as an insightful glimpse into Chinese seniors’ retirement lifestyle.

Your package includes a personal guide, public transport, entry tickets, and pickup from your hotel.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Extra fee will be requested after 4 hours tour
Location
Summer Palace
Xin Jian Gong Men Lu
Pls take taxi or subway to meeting point: McDonald Indoors (Beijing subway Line 4, Xi Yuan station, Exit C2 out, you will see McDonald)地铁4号线, 西苑站, C2 口出, 麦当劳
Cancellation Policy

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

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Marcdi4318cz
Aug 29, 2023
great - The hiking trails are well marked. There are various distances. suitable for people who have difficulty walking or have a baby stroller.
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