Private Half-Day Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple Tour by Metro
Utilizing public transportation to make for easy access to famous religious attractions Temple of Heaven and Lama Temple in Beijing City. From this 4-hour private walking tour, you will find Beijing's public transport system is remarkably convenient and it is one of the fastest ways to get around the city. In addition, learn about the real insight into city life. This tour focus on history, culture,and tradition customs.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Lama Temple (Yonghegong), No.12 Yonghegong Street, Beixinqiao, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100007 China
Your guide will pick you up at your hotel (within the 3rd ring road) either in the morning or afternoon. Then, head to the nearest metro station and board the train for the Lama Temple. During the journey, your guide will explain everything you need to know about the Beijing Metro System and the city’s vast public transport network.
Upon arrival at Lama temple, the former residence of Emperor Yongzheng before his ascent to the throne, admire the huge wood-carved "Maidala Buddha" in the Ten-Thousand-Buddha Pavilion (Wanfoge). Hear how the statue was carved out of a single tree imported from Tibet and learn why it made it into the 1993 Guiness Book of World Records.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Temple of Heaven, Tiantan Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100050 China
Continue your tour to the beautiful Temple Of Heaven, where the Emperors in the Ming And Qing Dynasties worshipped the God of Heaven.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, Inside Temple of Heaven Park, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100050 China
Inside the Temple of heaven, you will visit the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest, Hall of Imperial Zenith.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Echo Wall, Inside Tiantan Park, Tiantan Road, Dongcheng District, Beijing 100050 China
Walking via Danbi Bridge to Echo Wall and Circular Mount Alter.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Yuanqiutan, Temple of Heaven, Dongcheng District, Beijing China
Your walking tour ends at the Temple of Heaven and you can either take the metro or a taxi (own expense) back to your hotel or next destination.
Duration: 20 minutes
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Hotel pickup
- Private tour
- Transportation Fee from your hotel to Lama temple and later to the Temple of heaven
- Entrance fee
- Entry/Admission - Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest
- Entry/Admission - Lama Temple (Yonghegong)
- Entry/Admission - Temple of Heaven
- Entry/Admission - Echo Wall
- Entry/Admission - Yuanqiutan
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel drop-off
- Transportation from attractions to hotel
- Food and drinks
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
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Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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