
Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall
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Is Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall worth booking?
Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $38 per person. It scores 82 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 70 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 82 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (70)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $38 per person
Discover Beijing’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this fully guided day tour. Step inside the Forbidden City, the grand imperial palace of ancient China, and trace centuries‑old royal history. Then travel to
What you get
About this experience
Discover Beijing’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this fully guided day tour. Step inside the Forbidden City, the grand imperial palace of ancient China, and trace centuries‑old royal history. Then travel to the Great Wall of China to wander along its monumental ramparts. A cable‑car ride up the Great Wall is offered as an optional add‑on for your convenience.
What's included
Included
- English-speaking tour guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance ticket
Not included
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- Cable car and Toboggan
- Lunch
What you'll see and do
Forbidden City Tour
Begin your day with a convenient pickup at the designated meeting point. Next, proceed to the Forbidden City, the world’s largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex. This UNESCO World Heritage Site features 9,999.5 rooms and a history of over 600 years. It once served as the residence and political center for 24 emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties. You will spend several hours exploring the iconic highlights of this magnificent landmark with your professional guide.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Mutianyu Great Wall
After the Forbidden City visit, you will have one hour for lunch at your own expense at a local restaurant near the Mutianyu Great Wall area. In the afternoon, continue to Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved sections of this world wonder. Enjoy around 2.5 hours of relaxed hiking on this less-crowded segment. The Great Wall entrance ticket is included. Cable car, chairlift, and slideway rides are optional extras, which can be purchased on-site at your own cost.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Bird's Nest National Stadium
The tour will officially conclude at the Olympic Park subway station, close to the famous Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. You can explore the surrounding area independently or take the subway to depart on your own.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Beijing
Please remember to bring your passports for the tour. Meeting time: 8:00 a.m Please arrive at least 5 minutes early. Meeting point: Hotel Kapok Donghuamen 东华门木棉花酒店门口集合(East Gate of the Forbidden City)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Group tour ends at Olympic Park. Enjoy night views of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. Subway access is available for your departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lily's Tour Company
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Chinese tourists( including Taiwan and Hongkong ) must book over 8 days in advance.
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance)
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Toboggan unavailable for guests over 60, pregnant women and children under 3, as well as in bad weather or long queues. Round-trip chairlift/cable car available instead. Cost by you own..
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport is required for all travelers on the day of travel for direct entry. (not for Chinese tourist)
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 70 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
5 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
70 verified traveler reviews for Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very good tour, Lucy was...
Very good tour, Lucy was extremely knowledgeable and helpful throughout. Covers a huge amount of Beijing and Great Wall in a single day and strongly recommend. One slight bit of advice. Viator support informed me that it was possible to do pick up and drop off at the airport (as I was on a layover) which is not the case. Pick up is in Central Beijing and they can drop you off 20-25 min from Airport and requires Taxi or Didi. Suggest updating the messaging on the Viator listing.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your wonderful recommendation and detailed honest feedback about your tour with Lucy! We’re delighted to hear Lucy delivered thoughtful, comprehensive explanations throughout your full-day tour covering downtown Beijing and the Great Wall, and that you had a fantastic overall experience. We sincerely appreciate you pointing out the confusion regarding airport pickup and drop-off advised by Viator support during your layover. We fully understand the inconvenience this brought you, as our standard service only offers pick-up locations in central Beijing, with drop-off roughly 20–25 minutes away from the airport, requiring a separate taxi or Didi ride onward. We will immediately forward your valuable suggestion to the Viator platform team to revise and clarify the listing description clearly for future travellers, so no other layover guests will encounter the same misunderstanding. We will pass your high praise on to Lucy right away. Hope the rest of your journey goes smoothly, and you are welcome to travel with us again anytime! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
via Viator
The Best Way to Discover Beijing’s Icons
I had an excellent experience on this tour and would absolutely recommend it. We visited Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall, and the entire day was very well organized from start to finish. Our guide was perfectly on time and immediately created a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. He was friendly, approachable, and very attentive throughout the whole experience. What I especially appreciated was how many explanations and interesting details he shared along the way. He gave historical background, answered questions openly, and made every place feel much more meaningful than simply walking through it on our own. His open and engaging personality made the tour enjoyable and easy to follow. Another big advantage was the small group size. It never felt crowded or rushed, and everything ran smoothly and efficiently. We had enough time to enjoy each location without feeling stressed. Overall, this was a fantastic experience and a great way to discover these iconic places. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone visiting Beijing.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled you loved the well-organized small-group tour. Our guide is happy his stories and attentive service made your visit meaningful and relaxing. Wish you a great rest of your trip! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
via Viator
This is absolutely incredible experience and a must do!
From the very beginning of booking this tour it has been a 5 star experience. Nancy our tour guide and host was exceptional. Nancy was really a extended member of our family for the day and ensured my two daughters were absolutely included and we were all amazed by her knowledge and experience in all 3 landmarks of the tour. If you’re looking for a private tour this is the one for you! Thanks from the Smiths of Australia
Response from the operator: Dear Guest Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review and kind words from the Smith family of Australia! We are absolutely delighted to know you enjoyed a perfect experience from booking all the way through the tour. It warms our hearts to hear Nancy made you feel like family and took great care of your two daughters throughout the day. We truly appreciate your praise for her outstanding knowledge and professional guidance at all three landmarks. Thank you for your strong recommendation of our private tour. We will pass your lovely compliments to Nancy. Wish you and your family all the best, and we hope to welcome you back to Beijing again someday! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
via Tripadvisor
Amazing experience!
I had a great tour with Bruce, who was incredibly friendly and provided clear, engaging explanations about the history of Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall. I truly enjoyed every moment of this experience!
Response from the operator: Dear Guest Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled you had an amazing tour with Bruce. His friendly manner and vivid historical explanations truly make each visit special. It’s wonderful to hear you enjoyed exploring Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Great Wall with him. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another wonderful trip! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
via Viator
We had a wonderful...
We had a wonderful experience with our Viator tour, all thanks to our guide Lucy. She spoke excellent English, which made it very easy for us to understand everything and ask questions along the way. What really stood out was her patience—she took the time to answer all our questions without ever rushing us. Lucy is incredibly knowledgeable about both her job and the history and culture of China. She shared so many interesting insights that made each place we visited even more meaningful. She also ensured we visited all the attractions included in our ticket without any hassle, and everything was well-organized from start to finish. We truly enjoyed the entire experience and would highly recommend Lucy and the Lily Tour Company to anyone planning a tour.
Response from the operator: Dear Guest Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful time with Lucy on your tour.She’ll be so happy to know her patience, knowledge and careful arrangement made your trip special.We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back again soon! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
via Viator
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
- $38 to $68
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 25
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 82
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Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall cost?
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Prices start at $38 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: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & 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 Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 82 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 70 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: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & 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: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & 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 Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall?
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Around 25 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 Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & 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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