Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong
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Is Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong worth booking?
Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong is a 4-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $50 per person. It scores 61 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 6 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 61 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (6)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Spend half day at Beijing accompanied with your professional guide visit the most famous Tibetan Buddha temple -- Lama Temple, Confucius Temple as well as Imperial College which are all less touristy and peaceful. After,
What you get
About this experience
Spend half day at Beijing accompanied with your professional guide visit the most famous Tibetan Buddha temple -- Lama Temple, Confucius Temple as well as Imperial College which are all less touristy and peaceful. After, walk through one of the most art style Hutong -- Wudaoying Hutong to explore more Hutong culture. This tour is good for who want spend half day at Beijing to visit some less touristy sights and a peaceful walk.
What's included
Included
- Professional English/ Spanish/ French speaking guide
- Comfortable air-conditioned car service
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- All sights tickets list up
- Bottle of water
Not included
- Gratuities ( Recommended )
What you'll see and do
Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
Your friendly guide and driver will meet you on time at your hotel lobby at morning 9:00am/ 1:00pm. Start your half day Beijing culture tour. Your first stop is Lama Temple, also called miniature of Forbidden cit. With the accompany of your insider guide, explore more Tibet Buddhism culture at Lama Temple since from Qing dynasty Tibet lamas were welcomed come to Beijing chanting by Qing emperors, you will see real Lamas here, both see how does local people pray, and local people's belief, at the last room, you will find a 26 meters Giant sandal wood Buddha standing, as well as see other two master pieces: Five hundred arhats and Nan Mu niches.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum
Continue comes to Confucius Temple, visit one of the philosophy, great educator Confucius, his statue and the worshiping museum, know more about ancient emperor's political skills in rolling china. Moreover, visit the Imperial College, one of the highest education institute for Yuan, Ming, Qing three dynasties. This tour is great for who want spend half day find some sights which are less touristy.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Wudaoying Hutong
At the end, walk through the Wudaoying Hutong to explore the 200 years old Beijing Hutong culture with your guide.
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
English speaking guide
Pickup included
Spanish/ French speaking guide
Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd.
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 6 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
6 verified traveler reviews for Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent
I loved the walk. I went with Kira, she has a lot of history knowledge and her Spanish is perfect. She even helped me with the apps that here are different. We went to the Temple of the Lama and Confucius. We walked through Houtong. All very well explained and in time. The two temples deserve to be in the Beijing must see of every traveler. The woodong is also full of good comins. Super recommended
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Excellent
I loved the walk. I went with Kira, she has a lot of history knowledge and her Spanish is perfect. She even helped me with the apps that here are different. We went to the Temple of the Lama and Confucius. We walked through Houtong. All very well explained and in time. The two temples deserve to be in the Beijing must see of every traveler. The woodong is also full of good comins. Super recommended.
via Viator (translated)
A wonderful and Personalized Tour by a New Friend
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour of The National Museum of China. We were picked up in our hotel lobby by Tom, our guide, who very quickly made us feel warm and welcomed. Tom was extremely knowledgeable of Chinese history and with that came a personality we quickly felt at ease and comfortable with - as if we had known each other for years! Tom quickly got us into the Museum and began seeing what is without question the ancient history of a magnificent culture. The museum is massive and is more than one can take in all in one day. The museum is filled with incredible relics and artifacts as you would expect. As a westerner, our knowledge of Chinese history was limited. Tom did a great job of taking us through this palace of historical objects and exhibits and focused on the most significant. That in itself, is an art. There was so much we had seen in books and online but when seeing something and you’re told - “this is ONLY 2,500 years old” and you think that is 10x the age of your own country it is mind boggling. Tom’s mastery of the history provided so much more than a brief desecration of something, it included the context of the object, how it was used, how it was made, the technology…a great experience. A true test for me is when such a time flashes forward into today’s life. At a more personal level, the sharing of observations, experiences and life in general takes the engagement to another level. We like to gain insight into the guides life and we like to share a no filter view of our life in a western culture. This is where a connection is truly made and with Tom this was ever so easy. If you need a guide, Seek Tom’s personal assistance. You will be thankful you did. And, you, like the two of us will have a new friend. Thank you Tom for the magnify. Bruce & Amy
via Tripadvisor
Absolutely great time in Beijing
This was absolutely great half of the day in Beijing with private tour guide.It was pure pleasure to explore Lama Temple, Confucius Temple and WuDao Ying Hutong with William. Trip was personalized for me, addjusted to my needs and expectations..William is very knowledgeable tour guide, open and friendly person, gave me a lot of background and flavoir of buddism,Confucius ideas and how life looks like in WuDao Ying Hutong. If you expect customized way of sightseeing and professional and excellent tour guide, this trip is for you.
via Tripadvisor
Great half day experience
We had a great half day tour with Lindsay's guide. She is really good with a great knowledge of China's history. We could learn a lot from her. In addition, she helped us find a Pekin Duck restaurant and explained how we should ask for the dish.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $50 to $247
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 61
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong cost?
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Prices start at $50 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 61 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 6 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing Half Day Private Tour : Lama Temple, Confucius Temple, WuDaoYing Hutong start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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