🏨 Private Tour to Prince Gong's Mansion, Lama Temple, Confucian Temple and More Activity

Private Tour to Prince Gong's Mansion, Lama Temple, Confucian Temple and More

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From $178.00

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Pricing Info: Per Person

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Departs: Beijing, Beijing

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

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Overview

This private tour showcases the beauty, culture and tradition of Beijing's most iconic temples, mansion and garden. Follow your expert guide to learn about the Qing Dynasty's history and culture at the Prince Gong's Mansion; Admire the architecture, beliefs and local heritage as you explore Lama Temple, Confucius Temple as well as the Imperial College. In addition, enjoy the imperial performance inside the Imperial College. Enjoy the personalized attention from your guide on this private tour with your family and friends. A tasty lunch or dinner is inclusive.

What's Included

Entrance Fee

Hotel pick up and drop off for hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City

Lunch

Private Transfer

Professional guide

What's Not Included

Gratuities

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 3
CHILD: Age: 4 - 10
ADULT: Age: 11 - 90

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

Prince Kung's (Gong) Mansion

Your English speaking guide will pick you up from your Beijing central hotel, then travel to Prince Gong's Mansion.

Prince Gong’s Mansion is the most complete preserved royal residence that still exists today. Two of its owners are illustrious figures of the Qing Dynasty: one was Emperor Qianlong’s favorite courtier He Shen; the other was Prince Gong, also called Yi Xin, the younger brother of Emperor Tongzhi. Follow your tour guide to explore the Mansion and Garden. Get to know the history of the Qing Dynasty and exemplifies the rich and splendid culture.

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

Then, you will travel to Lama Temple (Yonghe Palace), the largest and best preserved lamasery in Beijing. It was converted into lamasery in 1744 and so Yonghe Palace became the national center of Lama administration.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Temple of Confucius and Guozijian Museum

Next, walking through a beautiful and quiet street to discover the Temple of Confucius and Imperial College (Guozijian Museum), where the emperor expounded the Confucian classics to an audience of thousands of kneeling students, professors and court officials – an annual rite.

60 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Guo Zi Jian (The Imperial College)

Built by the grandson of Kublai Khan in 1306, the former college was the supreme academy during the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties.

You will enjoy a fun performance here including the dancing performance to see how they worship in the old days (show might be cancelled due to bad weather conditions).

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Wudaoying Hutong

Finally, stroll around Wudaoying Hutong, check out the shops and restaurants.

Enjoy local lunch in the area. Your tour will ends here, your guide can give you suggestions and ideas on what to do next on your own, or assist you to find a taxi back to your hotel (at your expense).

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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