
All Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City
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Is All Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City worth booking?
All Inclusive Private Layover Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $80 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $80 per person
Maximize time during a layover at Beijing Airport with this private Great Wall tour. Meet your guide in the Arrival Hall of Beijing Airport and drive to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Customize the tour depending on the length
What you get
- A private air-conditioning vehicle with professional driver.
- Cable car round trip or Chairlift up and toboggan down ticket
- Lunch
- A private English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance ticket
- Free-bottled mineral water.
About this experience
Maximize time during a layover at Beijing Airport with this private Great Wall tour. Meet your guide in the Arrival Hall of Beijing Airport and drive to the Mutianyu Great Wall. Customize the tour depending on the length of your layover and visit other attractions including the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square.
What's included
Included
- A private air-conditioning vehicle with professional driver.
- Cable car round trip or Chairlift up and toboggan down ticket
- Lunch
- A private English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance ticket
- Free-bottled mineral water.
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Mutianyu Great Wall
Your professional guide will greet you with your name sign at the Arrival Hall of Beijing International Airport 。Then we will drive to Great Wall of Mutianyu. On arrival at Mutianyu, listen as your guide offers some background information about the famous wall — a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World — then enjoy around 2 hours to explore. Choose to ride the chairlift to Tower 6, returning by toboggan, or take the cable car to Tower 14 (recommended for those nervous of heights), and walk along part of the wall, taking in the spectacular views. After visiting the Great Wall, will drive around 1.5-hour to the Tiananmen Square and Forbidden City.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Tiananmen Square
Tiananmen Square, right in the heart of Beijing. Jump out to walk around the vast public space, the largest city square in the world, with space for up to one million people. As you stroll around the grand square, learn more about its importance throughout history and hear about the many significant political events that have taken place there over the years.
30 minutes here · Admission included
The Palace Museum
Continue on foot to the Forbidden City, once the epicenter of the Imperial City and the largest ancient palace complex in the world. Follow your guide on a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site, admiring the palatial buildings and cultural relics that date back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. After visiting the Forbidden City. After forbidden city, your tour ends with drop-off at airport
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Daxing Airport(PKX) Departure
Start/End DaxingAirport (PKX):: Tour starts at Daxing Airport (PKX) and ends at this airport or Beijing hotel.Or starts at Beijing hotel and ends at airport Pickup included
Capital Airport(PEK) Departure
Start/End Capital Airport: Tour starts at Capital Airport (PEX) and ends at this airport or Beijing hotel.Or starts at Beijing hotel and ends at airport Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Private Tour Beijing
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you are not able to go through customs for any reasons, please take your own responsibility. There is no refund for the same day cancellation
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $80 to $400
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
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 and Forbidden City: 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 and Forbidden City cost?
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Prices start at $80 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 and Forbidden City 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 and Forbidden City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 and Forbidden City?
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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 and Forbidden City 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 and Forbidden City?
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Around 0 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 and Forbidden City 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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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.
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