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Private Driver Service: Great Wall and Summer Palace
5.0
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Beijing
Private chauffeur service with English-speaking driver and self-guided day trip for added flexibility and freedom. Services include hotel pick-up and drop-off for a visit to the nearby Great Wall and Summer Palace. Enjoy a drive-by the Olympic Center, with the option to stop for photo opportunities.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Beijing - Your designated English-speaking chauffeur will collect you from your accommodation. An early departure is recommended to bypass the crowds and traffic. You have the flexibility to select a departure time that suits your preferences.
- Juyongguan Great Wall - Assuming the roads are clear, it should take approximately 1.5 hours to reach the Juyongguan section of the Great Wall, which is 37 miles (60 kilometers) from central Beijing and the closest segment to the city. Juyong Pass is famed as one of the three most formidable passes of the Great Wall (the others being Jiayuguan Pass and Shanhaiguan Pass). In addition to the historic wall, you can explore numerous ancient structures, such as towers and temples. The western side features steep stairs, while the eastern side offers a more gentle ascent, catering to both the adventurous and those less inclined to strenuous activity.
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Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - The journey from the Great Wall to the Summer Palace takes about an hour. The Summer Palace is the most extensive and best-preserved imperial garden in China, exerting a significant influence on Chinese landscaping and garden design. It is celebrated for its exquisite natural scenery and cultural significance, earning it the title of ‘The Museum of Royal Gardens’.
Lunch can be arranged at any time according to your needs, and your guide can suggest dining options based on your preferences. - Olympic Park - a brief drive-by
- Beijing - You will be escorted back to your accommodation should you opt to skip lunch.
What's Included
- Tolls, gas, and parking fees included
- Unlimited bottled water provided
- Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off (within the 4th ring)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver
What's Not Included
- Gratuities ( Recommended )
- Great wall and Summer Palace entrance tickets
Location
Beijing
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Mathias_b
Apr 2, 2024
Great service and flexibility - We had a great trip to Juyongguan and the Summer Palace with the service provided by this operator. Our driver Mr. Ping picked us up on time at our hotel, was very knowledgeable, spoke excellent english and helped us with buying tickets, planning the visit to the sites and generally making sure everything was smooth. The wall section at Juyongguan is very steep and might not be suitable to all, but the area is beatuful and it's much less crowded than other sections. The summer palace is breathtaking! We are very happy with our visit.
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