One-day tour of Prince Gong's Mansion, Summer Palace, and Old Summer Palace in Beijing

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You will visit three of Beijing's most famous attractions in one day: Prince Gong's Mansion, the Summer Palace, and the Old Summer Palace. Prince Gong's Mansion is currently the best-preserved Qing Dynasty princely mansion and garden. The Summer Palace is one of the most magnificent palaces built in Chinese history. The Old Summer Palace is a large imperial garden from the Qing Dynasty in China. Morning: Explore the Luxury of the Princely Mansion 08:15 Meet at Exit B of Beihai North Subway Station and walk to Prince Gong's Mansion. 08:30 Visit Prince Gong's Mansion. Take the essential route: enter from the first gate, quickly visit the Silver Antechamber and Jiale Hall, focus on visiting Xijin Hall (Nanmu Hall) and the Rear Building, then enter the garden to visit the Western Gate and the Grand Theater, and "touch for good fortune" at the "Fu" character stele. 10:45 Gather and take a bus to the Summer Palace. Noon: Experience the Imperial Garden 12:30 After a free lunch, visit the Summer Palace. Typically, enter from the East Palace Gate, visit the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity, walk along Kunming Lake, admire the panoramic view of Longevity Hill and the Tower of Buddhist Incense, and walk through the Long Corridor to experience the imperial grandeur (does not include the Tower of Buddhist Incense). Afternoon: Reflect on Historical Relics 15:00 Gather and take a bus to the Old Summer Palace. 15:30 Visit the Old Summer Palace Ruins Park. Focus on visiting the Western Mansions Ruins Area (Grand Fountain, Water Watch, Haishen Hall), listen to historical explanations, and feel the immense changes over time. Electric carts are available in the park (at your own expense). Approximately 17:30, the tour concludes at the Old Summer Palace. Note: The itinerary order may be flexibly optimized and adjusted according to actual circumstances. We appreciate your understanding.

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