Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall
Traveler rating
4.3/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall worth booking?
Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall is a 9-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $160 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.3/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 4.3/5 (7)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $160 per person
This coach day tour is full of history, legends and greatness of China. Start your trip from the majestic Tian’anmen Square and Forbidden city，then visit Mutianyu Great Wall and jade factory. Enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony. Come and join this international group to meet new friends!
What you get
About this experience
This coach day tour is full of history, legends and greatness of China. Start your trip from the majestic Tian’anmen Square and Forbidden city，then visit Mutianyu Great Wall and jade factory. Enjoy a traditional Chinese tea ceremony. Come and join this international group to meet new friends!
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Cable car if you're select
- Driver/guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Cable car if you haven't select
- Dinner
What you'll see and do
Tiananmen Square
Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your centrally located Beijing hotel in the early morning and then drive you to the Tiananmen Square, the biggest city center square in the world. Strolling around the large square is very enjoyable where you will see Beijing with ancient and modern elements
30 minutes here
The Palace Museum
Followed by a visit to the Forbidden City, the jewel in Beijing’s crown and the historic centerpiece of the universe as far as the Emperors were concerned. Walk to north following the central axis, enjoy the elegant and grand building standing which vividly indulges us with a whole impression of the royal life.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Mutianyu Great Wall
Enjoy a tasty Chinese lunch in a local restaurant, then in the afternoon continue your tour to the most famous part of the Great Wall - Mutianyu section. Spend about 2 hours on the wall, and you can choose to hike or take a round trip cable car to reach to the top or choose to toboggan slide down the great wall with great fun (at your optional). On the way back to Beijing downtown enjoy a tea ceremony, then end the tour by sending you back to the hotel.
120 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
Full Day Bus Tour
Full Day Bus Tour Pickup included
Bus tour included cable car
1.Taking chair lift up to the Great Wall - to the 6th Watchtower ( or where you can take a toboggan or chair lift down)2.Taking cable car up and down to the Great Wall - to the 14th Watchtower 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
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Marco Polo electronic commerce co.,LTD
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Your tour guide will contact you for the exact departure time the day before your tour departure date.
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your skip the line Forbidden City ticket in Advance)
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Effective time usage
Had to top up 93$ coz at the last minute the tour changed to private tour. Galle was very friendly and knowledgeable. The time was used effectively.
via Viator
Volle dag Tiananmen-plein, Verboden Stad en Mutianyu Grote Muur van Beijing
No complaints at all. The Tour was a real treat however i had to cancel my first tour because I thought I will be travelling with my husband so I communicated by E-mail and the refund was credited back to my account in no time. Lots of interesting facts learnt and so much fun in the trip, Thank you for showing the best of China!
via Tripadvisor
Really disappointing
I'm not a fan of leaving bad reviews however I feel obliged to on this occasion as I read all the previous great comments about chinatours.net and booked with them accordingly. I have just arrived back from a 1 day tour with Chinatours.net. I paid $120 for my trip to the great wall and forbidden city, which was advertised a transit tour departing from Beijing International airport. I was staying in the Crowne Plaza just 2km away from the airport and Jenny in the office agreed to collect me on route as I was close by. I was advised on booking that I would be collected by the tour at my hotel in the morning of the departure and that I would receive a confirmed collection time the day before. This didn't happen, and I had to chase Jenny on WhatsApp for a collection time, which finally provided at 6:30pm. I was advised at this point that my tour guide was a lady called Linda, and I would be collected at 6:20am from my hotel. Expecting the tour bus to pick me up on route from the airport, I was surprised when a local man turned up at my hotel at 6:20 with my name on a board who then insisted on dropping me off outside a hotel in the town centre with no explanation. To my relief, a tour bus arrived 20 minutes later with Linda and the rest of the group on board. It was at this point that I discovered that everyone else on the bus had paid just $40 for their tour (vs my $120). I emailed Jenny to make sure I was on the right tour, and she told me that the additional $80 I paid was for a private ride into town to meet the tour bus. Given that I had not requested a private ride into town (as I had booked an airport transit tour) I was not happy with this rather large additional charge. Transport is very cheap in Beijing and a ride from my hotel into town in a taxi would be no more than $10 each way. So to charge me $40 each way was unacceptable and quite frankly, daylight robbery. Seeing as I had not requested a tour departing from the city in the first place, or a private ride, I disputed the charge. As a goodwill gesture I agreed that I would pay the local rate of $10 each way as a but not $40 each way and that I would like a refund for the difference ($60). Jenny advised she would be prepared to refund me only $40 on the proviso that I paid for my own journey home from the city centre after the tour. This was not a fair resolution in my opinion as I never asked for a private ride in the first place, nor did I book a tour departing the city centre. In the end I had to get the subway (a 1 hour journey) back to my hotel after the tour just to receive a few dollars (after bank charges) refund. I don't believe that Chinatours.net are reasonable with their prices, nor are they forthcoming or transparent about what their charges are for. I paid double the price of that everyone else paid and I had to get the subway back to the airport! All in all quite a miserable experience.
Response from the operator: I'm sorry to hear your experience, I'm Jenny who arranges your travel. Your travel date is August 25, 2019. The first time contacted us is December 7, 2018. You're looking for Beijing Layover Group tour that at least two passengers available book it. After i know private tour exceeds your budget, I tried to help you join group tour on your budget. Beijing layover private tour cost US$240 for 1 person and 120 per person for group tours. I've arranged a private transfer for you (NOT a taxi ) for $40. Friends who have been to Beijing know that it costs $45 or $50 to book an airport to a hotel transfer. I don't know where you know that it only costs $10, even if it was impossible 10 years ago. Because of the Language difficulties, it is not easy took taxi and waste time. And you can check the email we communicate with has been written clearly by the driver to pick you up and join the group. From your guide, you request refund the transfer fee and you choose to go back by yourself, we did refund you $40 immediately not a few dollars. You paid through PayPal, and PayPal doesn't charged handling fee. I am also helpless that my kindness makes it easy for you to joined group tour In return is your complaints. As for our good reviews, all of them are from my team and our professional tour guides with sincere, best service and authenticity. Best Regard Jenny
via Tripadvisor
Forbidden City and Great Wall with Jenny
Jenny has been a fantastic tour guide and taken care of all of the planning for our trip. We just had to show up and she handled the rest, giving us a good overview of the history along our tour. I would recommend Jenny to a friend
via Tripadvisor
INCREDIBLE!
Myself and the three other ladies I was traveling with had the most amazing time on our full day tour of Beijing. Everything from when we were picked up from our hotel to the moment we were dropped back off went smoothly. Our tour guide, Flower, was exceptional, she was extremely knowledgeable and a pleasure to be around. She went above and beyond for us and I am so grateful we were able to experience Beijing with her as our guide. Our driver was very safe and professional, we all felt comfortable being driven around by him for the day. The tour was jam packed and gave us the opportunity to experience so many of the incredible sites Beijing has to offer. The cable car and toboggan ride at Mutianyu Great Wall was an unforgettable experience!! There are so many highlights and I could go on and on about the wonderful day we had, if I ever return to China I will be sure to book with them again :) In fact myself and one of the other girls loved this tour with Flower so much we signed up for an additional tour day with her two days later.
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
- $160 to $189
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Marco Polo electronic commerce co.,LTD, who run 55 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.3.
See everything Marco Polo electronic commerce co.,LTD runsWhy this scores 56
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Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall cost?
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Prices start at $160 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall 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 (4.3/5 across 7 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall?
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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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and 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 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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What is included in Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall?
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Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Cable car if you're select; and Driver/guide. Not included: Gratuities; Cable car if you haven't select; and Dinner. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 963 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and English. 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 Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall?
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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.
What happens to Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall?
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Across 7 reviews averaging 4.3 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Beijing Day Tour to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Full Day Bus Tour, Bus tour included cable car. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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