Bus Tour of Ancient Beijing, Beijing Zoo & Olympic Park
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Highlights
◆ Meet the lovable Giant Pandas in Beijing Zoo
◆ See the largest Lama temple in Beijing and soak up the serene sound of bells clinking and the scent of incense
◆ Tour the old hutongs of Beijing by rickshaw
◆ Take pictures of the striking Olympic Games buildings of the Bird's Nest and Water Cube
◆ Visit a traditional Chinese silk carpet factory, and enjoy a tea ceremony
Overview
Tour the ancient and modern sights of Beijing by small, air-conditioned bus. Visit Beijing Zoo and see lovable pandas, tour the Bird’s Nest auditorium from the Olympic Games, and admire the historic hutongs.Description
Enjoy a full-day sightseeing tour of Beijing by 22-seat bus. Your day’s activities start with a hotel pick-up and visit to Beijing Zoo, where you will meet the lovely Giant Pandas. Continue to the largest Lama temple in Beijing, then tour the old Beijing hutongs (lanes) by rickshaw. Finally, take pictures of the striking Bird's Nest and Water Cube buildings from the Olympic Games.
Once an imperial garden of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Beijing Zoo was reconstructed as a private garden by Fu Kang’an. In 1906, during the Qing Dynasty, the garden was developed as a zoo attached to the Experimental Farm. It opened to the public the following year and is an immense hit, thanks in part to the wide-eyed and lovable Giant Pandas.
Continue to Yong He Palace (Yonghe Gong), Beijing's biggest Lama temple. Upon entering the temple, you will be immediately struck by the aromatic smell of incense and the sound of candles fluttering in the breeze. The temple hangs heavy with incense smoke, as people line up to worship in silence. All that can be heard and felt is the gentle breeze blowing through the temple, and the light clinking of religious bells.
Next, tour the Beijing hutongs, some of the city’s most emblematic spots that symbolize Beijing’s long history. As an important part of the culture, and way of life of long-time Beijingers, the hutongs are cherished for their rich traditions. Tour the hutongs and soak up the authentic Beijing atmosphere the best way possible; on board a traditional rickshaw. Listen to the chatter of the locals, and immerse yourself in the city’s history.
Finally, stop to take photographs of the striking Bird’s Nest and Water Cube, two of the most iconic buildings from the 2008 Olympic Games, and a striking contemporary contrast to the old hutongs.
Price Inclusions and Exclusions
Price Include:
Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
Transportation in an air-conditioned coach.
Services of an English-speaking guide.
Entrance tickets to mentioned attractions.
Typical Chinese Lunch.
Price Exclude:
Optional activity costs.
Gratuities.

We thank you very much for your organizing.On the whole we had a wonderful time and were very well looked after by both guides and drivers.Our stay in...Read more »
Booking Code: VOC-20190905-S Tour Starting Date: Thursday, 5 September 2019
Client's information: Kathleen & Pam, Australia
Tour Destination: Shanghai, Suzhou, Zhangjiajie, Fenghuang, Beijing
You put together a wonderful itinerary for our two-week vacation in China. We enjoyed our guides, the food, and the hotels.Read more »
Booking Code: VOC-20190517-S Tour Starting Date: Friday, 17 May 2019
Client's information: Jayne Ellen Wilgus, USA
Tour Destination: Beijing, Jinan, Xi'an, Chongqing, Yangtze Cruise, Yichang, Shanghai
I must extend our thanks to you and the Tour Guide for this trip Peter. The trip was fun and informative. Read more »
Booking Code: VOC-20190425-Y(A) Tour Starting Date: Thursday, 25 April 2019
Client's information: Serene Zhou,Philippines
Tour Destination: Beijing
We had a wonderful day. The tour was well organized. We would also book it again with you. The tour guide was awesome! A big praise. She pati...Read more »
Booking Code: VOC-20190214-S Tour Starting Date: Thursday, 14 February 2019
Client's information: Annette Esselborn, Germany
Tour Destination: Beijing

Each and every city was thoroughly explored with the wonderful guides and drivers that you arranged for us. We also enjoyed every hotel that ...Read more »
Booking Code: VOC-20190105-S Tour Starting Date: Saturday, 5 January 2019
Client's information: Nancy Tuksaudom,USA
Tour Destination: Shanghai, Guilin, Longsheng, Yangshuo, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise, Yichang, Xi'an, Beijing, Shanghai
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