what to see in Beijing

A Real Look at a Private Day Tour: Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven

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A Real Look at a Private Day Tour: Summer Palace and Temple of Heaven Okay, so you’re thinking about a trip to Beijing and these two giant names, the Summer Palace and the Temple of Heaven, they just keep popping up. To be honest, you know you have to see them, but the idea of going with a massive tour group, being herded around with a flag… well, it’s just not for everyone, right? I was honestly looking for something a bit more personal, a way to actually feel the history of these places without, you know, feeling like a …

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A Personal Look at the 2025 ‘1-Day Private Beijing City Tour’

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A Personal Look at the 2025 ‘1-Day Private Beijing City Tour’ So you’re thinking about a whirlwind day through Beijing’s most famous spots, right? Well, I just did the private one-day tour that covers the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace, and frankly, it was a whole lot to take in. It’s almost a race against time, but having someone guide you makes all the difference, you know? The idea of a private tour is that you get a more personal touch, a bit more flexibility, and of course, someone to handle all the tickets and …

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