
All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall
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Is All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall worth booking?
All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $50 per person. It scores 81 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 42 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 81 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (42)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Visit the World Heritage-listed site Great Wall of China on a full-day layover tour from Beijing Capital Airport or Daxing International Airport. The Great Wall at Mutianyu is one of the best-preserved and best-known Gre
What you get
- Private transportation
- A round-trip cable car or chairlift with toboggan tickets
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
- Professional tour guide
- Local lunch
About this experience
Visit the World Heritage-listed site Great Wall of China on a full-day layover tour from Beijing Capital Airport or Daxing International Airport. 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, local lunch,entrance fees, round-trip cable car tickets, airport pickup and drop-off are all inclusive.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- A round-trip cable car or chairlift with toboggan tickets
- Bottled water
- Entrance fee
- Professional tour guide
- Local lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Beijing
Choose a layover tour from one of these airports: Beijing Daxing International Airport, Langfang China Capital Airport, Shunyi, Beijing 101300 China
Pass by without stopping
Mutianyu Great Wall
Your friendly tour guide will hold a sign with your full name on it and meet you in the arrival hall (outside of the baggage claim area). After meeting your waiting driver, transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall. The Great Wall at Mutianyu is located in Huairou District, 70 kilometres (43 miles) northeast of Beijing city. It is one of the best-preserved and best-known Great Wall sections, has breath-taking scenery but less tourists. Upon arrival,your tour guide will buy the tickets for you.You can either choose to take the cable car up and down or chairlift up and toboggan down. After enjoy 2-3 hours non hurried hiking experience on the Great Wall of China, you will stop for a tasty dumpling 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 Beijing Capital Airport or Daxing International Airport
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Daxing Airport departure
Tour starts at Daxing Airport Pickup included
Capital Airport departure
Tour starts at Capital Airport Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 42 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
42 verified traveler reviews for All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Mr Guo is the best!
We did the tour with Mr Guo - he was very very good! I would highly recommend him. He was a nice man, very funny, knowledgeable about the history of the wall, and he took us to an amazing local dumpling buffet 20mins from the Wall. I’ll be telling all my friends to do the tour with him!
via Tripadvisor
My Great Wall experience
My experience was amazing with Mr kong was amazing, super nice, friendly, and respectful, he’ll take you to an amazing experience, highly recommend, definitely I’d go again
via Tripadvisor
Amazing tour guide
the tour was really fun and nice because of our tour guide, at first he offered us a reasonable price for the trip to the great wall and tea house which is really amazing. when we arrived to the destination he took us to a place where we can have a breakfast first. i really liked how he didn’t have to rush us while we are taking the pictures. and guys the tour, the timing was FLEXIBLE.
via Tripadvisor
Great Wall of China tour
Great trip to the Great Wall of China and a tea ceremony. We enjoyed the cable car up and tobbogo down again. Thank you for this experience.
via Tripadvisor
Great wall of china Tour
The whole experience was great. Mr.Kong got us bananas and snacks which was super sweet and caring. He spoke English as well which made it easy to communicate. He picked me and my friend from the hotel, helped us with the tickets at the Great Wall of China and drove us back. The car is so nice and comfortable. Overall, I really enjoyed this trip and the service was 10/10 ⭐️
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $358
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 81
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall cost?
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Prices start at $50 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 Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 81 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 42 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 Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall?
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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 Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall?
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Around 15 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does All-Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall 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 Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. 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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