Beijing Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall
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Is Beijing Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall worth booking?
Beijing Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $199 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $199 per person
This is the ideal group tour for travelers with limited time in Beijing. Take the stress out of organizing transport and planning an itinerary by having everything arranged for you. You’ll see both UNESCO World Heritage
What you get
- Lunch
- Gas, toll & parking lot fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle with a Chinese speaking driver
- Entrance tickets to the Sights
- Round Trip cable car or chair lift up and toboggan down the wall
- English-speaking tour guide service fee
About this experience
This is the ideal group tour for travelers with limited time in Beijing. Take the stress out of organizing transport and planning an itinerary by having everything arranged for you. You’ll see both UNESCO World Heritage Sites—including Mutianyu Great Wall, and you’ll also visit Tiananmen Square, and the Forbidden City. A Chinese local lunch, entrance tickets, and a return trip up & down the wall by cable car or chairlift and toboggan are all included.
What's included
Included
- Lunch
- Gas, toll & parking lot fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle with a Chinese speaking driver
- Entrance tickets to the Sights
- Round Trip cable car or chair lift up and toboggan down the wall
- English-speaking tour guide service fee
Not included
- Dinner
- Gratuity to the guide and driver
What you'll see and do
The Palace Museum
In this walking experience, we are going to visit the magnificent imperial palace: the Forbidden City. Entering from the Meridian Gate of the Forbidden City, we are going to beat the crowd and visit the palace through a less-know route, such as the only black colored roof building-Pavilion of the imperial library, the grand opera tower in the palace and the residence of empress Dowager Cixi: the hall of happiness and longevity, etc.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Mutianyu Great Wall
The Mutianyu section of Great Wall is one of the best-preserved section, which is 73km from downtown of Beijing and also a good place for hiking. You will have the chance to take toboggan down the great wall.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
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
- Catherine Lu Tours
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat
- Dress code is smart casual
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, please wear comfortable shoes
- 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 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Beijing Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Spectacular.
We spent 3 days in Beijing, unforgettable, we hired the Enterprise Catherine Lu Tours, which gave us an impeccable experience, this agency, everything works right, was a private tour 3 couples, from the airport that picked us up and took us to the hotel (great) and all the tours, entrances and all internal transport, train bullet, flights, until the return to Brazil. The only thing we bought on our account were the return tickets to China. The very friendly and helpful driver, the guide Lis (or Lili ), fantastic and very experienced, I have no words to describe her, on a note would be 10 or 1000.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
We had amaizing time! Will be happy Justin to be our guide again!
We had an amaizing expirience yesterday with our guide Justin. He is very intelligent and knows interesting historical details and facts in everithing that we asked him. He is very friendly, kind and a big profesionalist in his work. We are very happy that he was our guide and share his time on our unforgettable trip.
via Tripadvisor
Our amazing day with Catherine Lu Tours and Justin
It was an amazing day. The trip was excellently organised and everything went smooth. Justin was an excellent guide. He was waiting for us at the hotel lobby in the morning and we spent the whole day together. He is very well educated and gave us very interesting and useful information. Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Great fun tour with Nico!
We spent one week in Beijing accompanying our children who went there for an educational competition. We had Catherine tours recommended by a friend who lived in Beijing and chose one of our free days to make a private tour, which ended up being the high point of our trip! First of all we were sent a well kept, clean and comfortable car. Added to it, the best driver ever, Mr Lee, always with a smile on his face. I have car sickness and it was the first time in my life that I don’t feel any nausea, despite being sitting in the back. He drives so smoothly you barely feel any car movement. And second of all, one of the best tour guides I’ve used. Nico was absolutely great. We visited Forbidden City and The Great Wall, Mutianyu section, as suggested by Nico, and it was amazing. No one was there and pictures turned out fantastic. We enjoyed the great views and lovely breeze just for ourselves. On the way down we used a fun tobogã. Nico was extremely knowledgeable of his history and proud of his heritage. He interacted with all of us in such a kind and fun way, giving a huge attention to each one of us individually, making sure all our needs were fulfilled and we were happy and enjoying a great time and learning a lot about the visited places. He was super kind to help us ordering pizza to the children who were on their way back from the competition even after we finished the tour. Very few people in China speak English and he had the patience and went an extra way with us to a Pizza place just to help us with the communication. I just recommended him to my brother who is going to Beijing for an exhibition. I highly recommend Nico and Mr Lee from Catherine tours to everyone!! Ask for them and you won’t go wrong!
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
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 57
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Beijing Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall cost?
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Prices start at $199 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 Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&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 Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&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 Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&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 Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&Great Wall?
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Around 1 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 Must See Mini Group Day Tour: Forbidden City&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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