Full Day Private Tour of Ming Tombs, Lama Temple & Jingshan Park





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Duration
8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off Beijing’s biggest attraction of Ming Tombs: Chang Tomb and Ding Tomb, Lama Temple, Hutong and Jingshan Park.-Stroll through the spiritual stone animal walk way. Prebook your tickets prior to your visit.
What's Included
Included
Entrance fees
Lunch
Bottled water
Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
Experienced Driver
Not included
Gratuities ( recommended)
Any other expenses that not listed as included
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
Your friendly tour guide will meet you Your hotel lobby. Then you will be transferred to Jingshan Park. Then, hike up the coal hill, pass by two beautiful pagodas along the way. Once you are on the top give a bird eye of entire Forbidden City-the Palace Museum and Beijing City. You can walk down the hill from the east side with easy stairs. Visit the locust tree that last emperor of Ming Dynasty hang himself and Tomb Stone is nearby as well. The Ming Dynasty history ended here. Immerse yourself with tons local activities such as Taichi, singing and dancing.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
Continue your tour to Lama Temple. A lovely Temple with 260 year history. The locals go there pray for harmony, peace and health. The last hall contains the giant buddha of Beijing with a height of 26 meters/85F.
Stop 3
20 minutes
Stop 3
Beijing's oldest hutong, It is lined in traditional-style stone buildings that house charming souvenir and handicraft shops, cafes restaurants and bars.
Stop 4
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 4
Savor a delightful Beijing style lunch. Head to the the Royal Tombs for Ming Dynasty emperors' family. You will visit Zhudi Emperors Tomb, Changling and Ding Tomb to explore the underground palace. This two tombs are considered the best preserved Tombs of Ming family.
Stop 5
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 5
Visit the Sacred road with stunning stone Carvings. It has over 500 years history. This is the sacred way the site of burial vaults of the emperors. Emperors are guarded by their soldiers and generals as well as the camels, elephants, unicorn, horses and lions. At the end of the tour, your tour guide will transfer you back to your lovely hotel
Additional Info
No Back Problems
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
No Pregnant
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Medium
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Other
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Other
10,000-20,000steps is involved (30floor)
Other
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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