1-Day Imperial Gardens & Old Beijing Culture Private Tour

Your private English guide and driver wait for you at hotel lobby with air-conditioned private car. On the way, guide will briefly introduce the day's schedule and Beijing travel tips.

Tour UNESCO World Heritage Summer Palace, China's largest intact Qing Dynasty imperial garden combining Kunming Lake, Longevity Hill and classical architecture. Walk the world-famous Long Corridor covered with thousands of ancient murals, enjoy panoramic views of Kunming Lake and the iconic Seventeen-Arch Bridge, as your guide shares stories of royal life and traditional Chinese garden design.

Ride classic traditional rickshaw through quiet old Beijing hutong alleys to see authentic local daily life, learn about siheyuan courtyard architecture and centuries-old neighborhood customs. Self-paid lunch in Shichahai hutong area, choose from authentic soybean paste noodle shops, local folk restaurants or famous Peking duck branches, with prices ranging ¥40-200 per person.

Choose one traditional handcraft to make your own souvenir to take home: paper cutting, dumpling making, Peking Opera mask painting, or Chinese knot weaving, with professional guidance. After the experience, take a slow walk around willow-lined Shichahai Houhai Lake and popular Nanluoguxiang ancient alley, browsing craft shops, snack stalls and street art.

Private transfer back to your hotel after the culture tour. Flexible drop-off at restaurants, shopping areas, stations or airports is available on request.

Wear comfortable walking shoes; all handcraft works you make can be taken home as souvenirs.