- Lama Temple (Yonghegong) - Your tour guide will be welcoming you at your hotel at 08:30 a.m.. Then, we will transfer to Lama Temple by public transportation and start the interesting walking tour.\nThe Lama Temple (Yonghegong), one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist temples outside Tibet, began as a palace for Emperor Yongzheng before he became the third emperor of the Qing Dynasty. Today, the resplendent temple, with its halls, courtyards, ponds, and bronze mandala, is a lamasery for some two dozen Tibetan monks. Inside you’ll find five large halls, ornately decorated with Buddha statues in various incarnations, murals and carvings.
- Authentic Zhajiangmian Noodle Experience
- Comfortable Air-Conditioned Transportation
- Cultural Hutong Tour with Cricket Show and Paper-Cutting
- Expert Guidance from a Professional Tour Guide
- Inclusive of All Public Transportation Fees
- Dinner
- Private transportation
Delve into your unique journey through Beijing under the guidance of a local tour specialist with this tailor-made private trip. Uncover famous places of interest to engage with Beijing’s original ambience and Chinese culture. Venture into the vibrant Lama Temple; stroll through the Temple of Confucius to trace its heritage and understand Confucius’s philosophy; watch an awesome drum show at the Drum Tower and set foot in Hutong to explore a local household and unravel the mysteries of ancient Chinese traditions, such as cricket viewing and paper-cutting craftsmanship. As the day starts to set, hike up the artificial hill in Jingshan Park and gaze over the beautifully illuminated Forbidden City and other prominent landmarks.
- Indulge in authentic Beijing fare - Zhajiang Mian (Noodles with Soybean Paste)
- Look around Lama Temple, the most crucial Tibetan Buddhist place of worship
- Explore the Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum and absorb Confucius’s insights
- Garner local anecdotes and wisdom from your tour guide
- Traverse Beijing as locals do using public transport
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
