Summer Palace half-day tour [Private English-speaking guide for 2-5 travelers including admission tickets with optional pickup service]

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1. Travelers aged 60 and over must ensure they are in good health and suitable for travel, and must be accompanied by at least one adult traveler under 55 years old throughout the trip.

Minors under 18 years old must be accompanied by at least one adult traveler under 55 years old throughout the trip.

3. Pregnant women, individuals with heart disease, acrophobia, or other special conditions are not recommended to join this tour as there is a risk of being denied participation. Please book with caution.

In accordance with the regulations, we regret to inform you that travelers 80 years old and over cannot be accommodated. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Summer Palace

The Summer Palace, originally an imperial retreat and garden for Qing Dynasty emperors also known as the Garden of Clear Ripples, was built around Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill following the design principles of Jiangnan-style gardens. As one of China's largest and most well-preserved royal gardens, it boasts exceptionally elegant scenery and houses numerous precious cultural relics, earning its reputation as the "Museum of Royal Gardens."

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Park overview: The Summer Palace is vast in scale and can be divided into three main areas: the political activity zone centered around the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity; the imperial living quarters primarily consisting of the Hall of Jade Ripples and the Hall of Joyful Longevity; and the scenic garden area featuring the Long Corridor, Back Hill, and Western Section. Approximately three-quarters of the entire park is occupied by Kunming Lake, with over 100 structures and 3,000 rooms along its shores, including pavilions, terraces, towers, and bridges. Iconic landmarks such as the Tower of Buddhist Incense, Long Corridor, Marble Boat, Suzhou Street, and Seventeen-Arch Bridge are must-see attractions when visiting the Summer Palace.

Cruise on Kunming Lake to explore the Summer Palace. Beyond admiring the magnificent palace architecture, taking a cruise on Kunming Lake offers a relaxing and scenic experience. The attraction features 8 boat docks: Bafang Pavilion, Wenchang Pavilion, Yulan Hall, Paiyun Hall, Shizhang Pavilion, Bronze Ox, Marble Boat, and South Lake Island, with 5 types of boats available: pedal boats, rowboats, electric boats, dragon boats, and large painted pleasure boats.

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