All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour in Beijing, China
Beijing, China

All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour

Outty Ranking 56 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $568
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Outty Ranking

56/100

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Is All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour worth booking?

All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour is a 7-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $568 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
7 hours
From
$568 per person

Visit the World Heritage-listed site Great Wall of China and take a 10-minute helicopter ride to overlook the entire Mutianyu Great Wall on a full-day private tour from Beijing. The Great Wall at Mutianyu is one of the best-preserved and best-known Great Wall sections,breath-taking scenery but less tourists. Private tour guide, helicopter fee, local lunch, entrance fees, round-trip cable car tickets, hotel pickup and drop are all inclusive.

What you get

    About this experience

    Visit the World Heritage-listed site Great Wall of China and take a 10-minute helicopter ride to overlook the entire Mutianyu Great Wall on a full-day private tour from Beijing. The Great Wall at Mutianyu is one of the best-preserved and best-known Great Wall sections,breath-taking scenery but less tourists. Private tour guide, helicopter fee, local lunch, entrance fees, round-trip cable car tickets, hotel pickup and drop are all inclusive.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • Lunch
    • Bottled water
    • Round-trip cable car or chairlift with toboggan tickets
    • Private tour guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Mutianyu Great Wall

      Your private guide and driver will pick you up from your Beijing city hotel at 8:00am. Drive about 1.5 hours to Mutianyu Great Wall. You will first stop at the helicopter base and take a 12-minute helicopter ride to overlook the Mutianyu and Jiankou unrestored section, get an amazing breath-taking view from sky. After the Helicopter tour, you can either choose to take the cable car up and down or chairlift up and toboggan down. Enjoy 2-3 hours non hurried hiking experience on the Great Wall. Then stop for a tasty lunch at a local restaurant, trying different kinds of dumplings, dishes and a bottle of cold beer or beverage. After finishing your tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

      240 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • English/Chinese available

      English/Chinese speaking guide available Pickup included

    • Spanish,German,Japanese,Korean

      Pickup included

    • French and Italian available

      Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, ko, ja, en, zh-CN, it, fr, es
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Beijing Tour Guide

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • If the tour is canceled due to bad weather, you will get fully refund
    • Your passport is required on the travel date

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    2 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    1 mention

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Physical effort

    1 mention

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    chenc862 · April 2026

    Great Wallll 👍🏼👍🏼

    Amazing, go earlier and explore earlier Thank you Kevin

    via Tripadvisor

    aliciasX1854WH · March 2025

    Great experience in mutianyu Great Wall!

    Lily was a great guide! Very kind and knowledgeable! We enjoyed the tour very much and the views from the helicopter were incredible, we highly recommend this experience!

    Response from the operator: Dear Alicia, Thank you for choosing our service. We are glad you enjoyed the tour. All the best, Violet

    via Tripadvisor

    amreJ7174MZ · August 2024

    Great

    Thaank you so much for the nice trip. Mr.Kong was very nice with us and polite the trip was smooth going and coming i recommend everyone to reach him.

    Response from the operator: Dear Amr, Thank you for your positive comments. It is our pleasure to serve you. We are so glad you enjoyed the tour. Hope to see you next time. Thank you,

    via Tripadvisor

    GDenti · May 2024

    A great tour and very enjoyable day at the Great Wall.

    My wife, our friend and myself enjoyed the Great Wall tour and helicopter flight very much thanks to our guide Rita. Rita is thruly great keeping a good balance between being informative and entertaining us with some good jokes on the side. As my wife had some physical limitations (backpain) Rita took care of her and made sure that she could participate into some elements of the tour as much as possible. Also we appreciate very much that Rita took some nice pictures during this event and shared them with us. I strongly advice this tour with Rita as a guide for her knowledge and warm personality. Thank you Rita !

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $568 to $1,152
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Beijing Tour Guide, who run 122 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.2.

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    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)31
    Booking momentum (14% weight)23
    Value for money (12% weight)0
    Listing quality (10% weight)70
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $568 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour take?

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    Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.

    Is All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Beijing?

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    On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Beijing?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Beijing?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour?

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    Included: Private transportation; Lunch; Bottled water; Round-trip cable car or chairlift with toboggan tickets; and Private tour guide. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 3320 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Korean, Japanese, English, Chinese, Italian, French and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour?

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    Across 5 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    What booking options are available for All-Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall Hiking and Helicopter Overlook Tour?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including English/Chinese available, Spanish,German,Japanese,Korean, French and Italian available. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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