All-Inclusive Private Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City
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Is All-Inclusive Private Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City worth booking?
All-Inclusive Private Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City is a 9-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $80 per person. It scores 79 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 82 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 79 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (82)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $80 per person
The tour covers Tian`anmen Square,Forbidden City and Great Wall at Mutianyu. Enjoy priority access to the Great Wall and Forbidden City with a pre-booked ticket, learn about the ancient history, culture and traditions, h
What you get
About this experience
The tour covers Tian`anmen Square,Forbidden City and Great Wall at Mutianyu. Enjoy priority access to the Great Wall and Forbidden City with a pre-booked ticket, learn about the ancient history, culture and traditions, have an Authentic dumpling lunch. Entrance fees and lunch are all inclusive.
What's included
Included
- Round way trip cable or chairlift up with toboggan down
- Bottled water
- Professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Downtown hotel pick up and back
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Tiananmen Square
Begin your Beijing adventure one day tour from your hotel. Your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel lobby in the morning and start you lovely trip from downtown Beijing. You will first visit the Tian'anmen Square, one of the largest city squares in the world. Stroll around the Square, you will see he Great Hall of the People, the National Museum of China, Chairman Mao's Mausoleum and the Monument to the People's Heroes.
40 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Then walk to the magnificent Forbidden City. Entry with your pre-booked ticket. Begin your exploration of the world's largest imperial complex, also one of the best-preserved sites in the world. Once the imperial palace for the Ming and Qing dynasties, it is now home to the Palace Museum.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Mutianyu Great Wall
Afterward, set out for the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, approximately 1.5 hours away by car. On the way, you will stop at a local restaurant, taste different varieties of dumplings and dishes, enjoy a glass of cold beer or soft drinks. Then relax in your comfortable private vehicle and listen as your guide fills you in on the history of this site. Once you arrive, gaze up at the incredible hilltop battlements. Then, with your pre-booked ticket, travel directly to the gate rather than using the shuttle bus transfer, and enjoy fast-track access. Then choose a cable car or ski lift to the wall itself. Spend the next several hours hiking and exploring on foot. After the trip, your guide and driver will accompany you to the hotel.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
English and Chinese available
English&Chinese speaking tour guide service available Pickup included
French and Italian available
French and Italian speaking tour guides are available. Please kindly make your booking at least 3 days in advance. Pickup included
Spanish,German,Japanese,Korean
Spanish, German,Japanese and Korean speaking tour guides are available. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ko, cmn, ja, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beijing Tour Guide
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you choose to have different language tour guide than English or Chinese one, please ensure to make your booking at least 3 days advance
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Passport name, number is required at time of booking for all participants
- Tip: the Forbidden City ticket is not guaranteed. It can be booked 1 week before. If it is sold out, you will do the Jinshan Hill to have a bird view of the Forbidden City and your guide will take you to the place where quite close to it. If not work for you, you will get fully refund.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 82 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
4 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
82 verified traveler reviews for All-Inclusive Private Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Unforgettable memory!
Great service from start to finish! Our driver picked us up at our hotel, drove us comfortably to the Great Wall, provided our entrance tickets, waited while we explored, and then took us back to the hotel. Everything was punctual, well organized, and stress free. Highly recommended! Thanks again :)
via Tripadvisor
Wonderful Great Wall Tour
Amazing tour to the Great Wall of China! Everything was well organized and comfortable. Our guide was so kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. He made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Unforgettable
Great guide and super helpful and friendly highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic
We had a great day out. The guide was very informative, attentive and provided us with all we needed including snacks and water. I would highly recommend for a trip to the Great Wall and tea tasting
via Tripadvisor
China wall amazing tour
totally recommend him; explains everything in English; don t rush us; one of the nicest tour I ever done
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 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 $468
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 79
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
All-Inclusive Private Tour: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 Tour: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 Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 79 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 82 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 Tour: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 Tour: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 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book All-Inclusive Private Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City?
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Around 29 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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does All-Inclusive Private Tour: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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