In the West of Beijing lays the picturesque Summer Palace at the foot of the West Mountains. Visit the impressive imperial ensemble of palaces, pavilions, gardens and lakes that spans over 2.9 square kilometers. Your private guide will show you the most beautiful and interesting spots.

Walk in the footsteps of ancient emperors and learn more about them and their peaceful summer retreat. Stroll through the gardens down to the Marble Boat, a stunning lakeside pavilion restored in 1893 by Empress Cixi.

In the afternoon, the tour continues to Beijing's landmark, the Temple of Heaven Park. Enjoy the guided tour through the world-famous heritage site, where ancient emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties celebrated religious ceremonies and prayed for good harvests. To round off the attractions tour, you'll drive to the Olympic Park, where you can take photos of the Olympic Stadium, the Bird's Nest and the Water Cube.