Skip-the-traffic Subway Tour to Forbidden City and Summer Palace One Day Tour
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Skip-the-traffic Subway Tour to Forbidden City and Summer Palace One Day Tour

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To avoid of busy crowds during rush hours. Our departure time will be at 9:30 in the morning (still a bit crowded too). By this time, your guide will meet you in hotel lobby. Then walk to the nearest subway station. First stop will be a station which locates near the Forbidden City.

Upon arrival, history telling first while standing in front of the magnificent Meridian Gate, which is the main entrance to the Forbidden City. Then follow the guide to go through the entrance with the pre-booked tickets. After you get into the Forbidden City, also called Palace Museum, you will be flooded by the tons of history from early Ming to Qing Dynasties (1420-1911). Our visit will follow the central line as the most important buildings were built along it. Morning tour ends at northern gate of Forbidden City, then followed by a history walk(1.5 kilometers) from royal palace to traditional Hutong area where we will enjoy a local lunch.

In the afternoon, catch the subway to the famous royal garden at Summer Palace. it's a place where the emperors and royal families to escape for the summer heat in ancient dynasties. Upon arrival, follow your guide to go through the back mountain to Kunming Lake and many palaces, houses, gardens with the atmosphere of stories and history. 1.5 hours tour in the Summer Place. Then head back to the subway station to take the ride back to your hotel. Lovely tour ends at around 5:30 pm at your hotel.

Please Note: You MUST provide your passport names and numbers correctly upon booking. On the day of visit, Please have all the passports with you.
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Included
  • Subway fares
  • Experienced English-Speaking tour guide
  • Local lunch
  • Local Taxes
  • Lunch
Not included
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100%
Cultural
85%
Reviews
4.0
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Robert R
4 | 2019-09-17

Very good tour of the Summer Palace and the Forbidden City by subway. The easiest way to get to the sites as you avoid all the traffic.

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