
Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride
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Is Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride worth booking?
Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride is a 6-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $60 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (1)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $60 per person
Escape the bustle of Beijing and take this private tour to visit the Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill. Explore the major buildings inside the Summer Palace, get an idea on how to form a perfect garden in old days; learn t
What you get
About this experience
Escape the bustle of Beijing and take this private tour to visit the Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill. Explore the major buildings inside the Summer Palace, get an idea on how to form a perfect garden in old days; learn the history of this most beautiful garden with your guide; get to know the powerful women Empress Dowager Cixi's story and how she controlled the country for 48 years. Explore the dozens of ancient sights that dot the Fragrant Hill park, such as Biyun Temple or the Vajrasana Pagoda, and take the cable car to the top of Xianglu for stunning views. When come in autumn, with the presence of the red leaves. English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, cable car ride, lunch, hotel pick up and drop off by private vehicle are included.
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Cable car round trip
- Transport by private vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off(For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing city)
- Entrance Fee
Not included
- Additional entrance fees inside the Summer Palace
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Summer Palace
Your guide and private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Beijing, then heading directly to the Summer Palace. On the way to the Summer Palace, about 40 minutes drive, your tour guide will explain the related histories and stories about the Summer Palace, feel free to ask your guide questions if you have.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Benevolence and Longevity
Upon arrival, followed by your guide you will visit these buildings : the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity where they received officials and foreign envoys; the Hall of Jade Ripples where the emperor was under housing arrested for 10 years; Hall of Fragrant Herbs where the emperor used to store his books;
20 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Happiness and Longevity
The Hall of Happiness and longevity ,empress dowager Cixi's bedroom;
10 minutes here · Admission included
Long Corridor at the Summer Palace
Stroll along the Longest Corridor in the world, and enjoy the world's longest art gallery with your tour guide.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Qingyan Stone Boat
then continue to the Marble Boat--a foreign style superstructure which was supposed to be a symbol of stability of the Qing Dynasty.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Kunming Lake
During the tour you will not feel been rushed, you will stop to listen to the stories, have your own time to look into the buildings and take photos, and continue.
Pass by without stopping
Fragrant Hills Park (Xiangshan Gongyuan)
After a lunch in the local restaurant, heading directly to Fragrant Hill. First built in 1186, this 395 acre stretch of forestry, hills, and lakes has been enjoyed by Beijing's higher ups for centuries.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Biyun Temple
Explore the dozens of ancient sights that dot the park, such as Biyun Temple or the Vajrasana Pagoda, then take the cable car to the top of Xianglu for stunning views. This lovely wooded park is a favorite of locals, especially in autumn to see the maple trees with their striking red leaves. At the end of the trip you will be transferred back to your hotel in Beijing.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Discover Beijing Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
The colors of the Ming
The Summer Palace, with its lake, gardens, pagodas is a must-see, but the real surprise was Sun Yat Sen cenotaph and the Buddhist temple nearby. This visit was in substitution of the cable car ride, since it is not running for this year. Very good guide and perfect organisation.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $60 to $368
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 56
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride cost?
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Prices start at $60 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 Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride take?
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Plan for about 6 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 Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 1 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 Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride?
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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 Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride?
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Around 0 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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing Private Tour to Summer Palace and Fragrant Hill with Cable Car Ride 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.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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