Explore Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City: A Customized Day Tour

$329
Duration
8 hours 30 minutes
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About This Tour

Experience a Beijing private tour of the city’s top landmarks in one efficient day. Your expert, English‑speaking guide will lead you through Tian’anmen Square tour, the Forbidden City tour, and a scenic Mutianyu Great Wall tour. Skip the long lines with fast‑track entry, and travel comfortably in a private, air‑conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
Highlights
✓Skip‑the‑Line Convenience: Fast‑track tickets to Tian’anmen Square, Forbidden City, and Mutianyu ensure you spend more time exploring and less time waiting.
✓Expert Private Guide: Gain insider insights into imperial history, architecture, and Chinese culture from your knowledgeable local guide.
✓Authentic Local Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Chinese meal at a handpicked restaurant—an immersive taste of Beijing cuisine.
✓Optional Toboggan Ride: Add an exhilarating toboggan descent down the wall for extra fun and photo opportunities.

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Inclusions

  • English-speaking tour guide service fee
  • All entrance tickets to the sights listed above
  • Local Chinese food for Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver
  • Gas, toll & parking lot fees
  • Round trip chair lift up and toboggan down the wall

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Tip or gratuity

Tour Plan

Visit Mutianyu Great Wall

You'll take 1.5 hours from downtown Beijing to the Great Wall at Mutianyu. It is ranked top on Trip Advisor among all the Great Wall sections, for its picturesque scenery and beautifully restored architecture. This is the most child-friendly section, with various ways of visiting.In order to save time for you, we arrange a round-trip cable car to ascend and descend the Wall, instead of spending about 30 minutes climbing steps.

At the Wall, you have free time to walk around, after some introductory explanations from your guide. The cable car ascends to and descends from tower 14. Hike “the most beautiful and interesting part of the Great Wall” — between the 14th and 23rd watch towers — acknowledged by hikers as "the golden route". It normally takes about 2 hours (2-3 km) to complete the walk. Then descend and take a bus to transfer back to our vehicle.

There is a lot of history to tell about Tiananmen Square. It has a Monument to the People's Heroes, the Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, and the Mausoleum of Mao Zedong. It has witnessed many important incidents of China. Your guide will provide you with a commentary about the history and architecture as well as anecdotes of the square.

the Forbidden City, home to 24 emperors in the Ming and Qing dynasties (1420–1911). In addition to the background introduction on the architecture, history and art of the City, your tour guide will help you explore carefully-selected places in the Forbidden City, to discover the deep secrets of the emperors and concubines of the Ming and Qing dynasties. You will be walking for about 2 hours (2 kilometers), on a walk that is graded easy.

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller / pram accessible
  • Infant seats available
  • Passport required

Please Note

  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Our guide will reach out to you the day before your tour to confirm everything—please make sure your contact details are correct. On the day of your tour, they’ll meet you in your hotel lobby.

Cancellation Policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

Reviews

4.7/5
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Location (4.75/5)
Amenities (4.25/5)
Services (5/5)
Price (5/5)
Rooms (4.5/5)

4 Comments

  1. 4.6

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    Exploring the majestic wall and the rich history of the imperial city was a highlight for our group, and the customized itinerary truly catered to our interests. The transportation was smooth, making it easy for us to soak in the culture and breathtaking views without a hitch; just a little more time at each stop would have been perfect!

  2. 4.8

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    Our family had a wonderful day exploring a remarkable ancient structure that stretches across the hills, filled with breathtaking views. After a scenic hike, we moved on to a fascinating historical site, where we marveled at the intricate architecture and learned about its storied past. The guide was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing captivating tales that kept our kids engaged throughout. We also appreciated the flexibility of customizing our itinerary, which allowed us to focus on what excited us the most. One suggestion would be to include a bit more time at the second site, as we felt rushed towards the end of our visit. Overall, it was a memorable experience that provided us with a perfect blend of adventure and education.

  3. 4.6

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    We had an incredible time exploring the Great Wall at Mutianyu and wandering through the Forbidden City; the customized itinerary perfectly suited our family’s interests.

  4. 4.8

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    Our time spent at the Great Wall was truly something special; the views from Mutianyu were absolutely breathtaking and not as crowded as we anticipated. The customized experience allowed us to explore at our own pace, which made the day feel personal and less rushed, especially when wandering through the Forbidden City’s fascinating halls. We appreciated the knowledgeable guide who shared intriguing stories about the wall’s history and the significance of the imperial city, adding layers to our visit. A minor suggestion would be to enhance the lunch options; while the local cuisine was decent, we hoped for a bit more variety to match the day’s adventurous spirit. Overall, this tour was a perfect balance of exploration, history, and vivid scenery, making it a worthwhile escape from our business commitments.

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