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Visit the Lama Temple in the morning and continue to have a walk tour in Hutong while visit a local family. Beijing local favored dishes will be served as lunch, after lunch, visit UNESCO Listed Temple of Heaven and watch local people at leisure in the adjacent park, learn TaiChi with a master about 45 minutes.
Local Speaking English Guide
Entrance tickets to Lama Temple & Temple of Heaven
Family visit at Hutong
Lunch
Tai Chi Lesson with a master
Air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Children's admission tickets
Personal consumption
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Lama Temple (Yonghegong), Beijing, China Built in the 17th century, the temple was originally the residence of Prince Yin Zhen until he was appointed as Emperor Yong Zheng in 1723 when the palace was converted to a temple. Despite being closed for many years following the establishment of the Communist State, the temple has survived intact and is once again active as a place of pilgrimage for followers of the of Geluks Pa (Yellow Cap) sect of Tibetan Buddhism. The temple becomes bustling when it opens in the morning, the followers come to pray for their wishes coming to be true and worship the Buddhas by burning incenses. There are several exceptional halls to view, each topped with yellow tiled roofing that gives the whole complex a very distinctive look. 40 minutes
Hutong Tour, Beijing, China After walking out of Lama Temple, you continue to the famous Beijing Hutongs. The name Hutong comes from the Mongolian word for ‘well’ because historically people would build their homes close to or around a well. Nowadays Hutong means a lane way or alley. This is a fascinating area of Beijing with long lane ways of grey-tiled buildings and your visit will include a family visit and strolling through zigzag alleyways where you can observe the different streets and the local people going about their everyday lives. 40 minutes
Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China Your lunch will be arranged in a local popular restaurant with Beijing favorite dishes served. After lunch, you continue your visit the Temple of Heaven. The whole complex was constructed in the 15th Century and was used by the Emperors of the Ming and Qing Dynasties to pray each year for a good harvest. The Temple is now a UNESCO World Heritage Listed site and the extensive surrounding parkland is a popular place for local people to congregate and socialize with activities such as singing, dancing, Tai Chi, or just drinking tea and chatting.
Your guide will walk with you around the complex and explain the purpose of each of the buildings and allow you time to enjoy the surroundings before walking through the surrounding parkland where you will engage in a Tai Chi lesson about 45 minutes from a Tai Chi master. Tai Chi was originally an aspect of martial art training but today it is seen more as a regime for promoting better health outcomes. It is believed that by focusing the mind on the movements of the exercise it helps to bring about a state of mental calm and clarity and provides additional health benefits. You will find the Tai Chi lesson quite relaxing.
Walking out of the Lama Temple, you will be transferred back to your hotel where your tour ends. 90 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Road57740571145
24 May 2019
Our guide, Shuna Cui, was the best guide I have ever had. She was very knowledgeable and had the most delightful personality. She went out of her way to make us feel taken care of at all times. I hope to use her again in the future. Thank you for such a delightful experience!
steveprior60
16 Apr 2019
An amazing holiday and a once in a lifetime experience of our recent two week trip with Wendy Wu tours to China. Our holiday guide David Zhao, was first class, nothing was too much trouble for him, and he kept us informed and kept us to time, no mean feat with thirteen of us. Can't thank him enough. A wonderful country and friendly people.
brianD7368ZP
29 May 2018
Exceptional service from our Wendy Wu tour guides George & Andy. The information & local insights provided to the group was detailed, passionate and very well delivered. We were part of a Port Adelaide Football Club affiliated tour organised in conjunction with Phil Hoffman travel. George & Andy also now have a deeper appreciation the PAFC and their passionate supporters!
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