Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus
Beijing, China

Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus

Outty Ranking 63 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $30
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63/100

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5.0/5

Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus worth booking?

Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus is a 6-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $30 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
6 hours
From
$30 per person

Visit the Mutianyu Greatwall which is popular for foreign visitors. Mutianyu Greatwall is less crowded than Badaling, which gives you better experience. NO TOURIST SHOPPING TRAPS, SIGHTSEEING FOR FUN ONLY. BEST TIME & MONEY VALUE. Convenient pickup/drop off locations. Great Memories for family trip with children.

What you get

    About this experience

    Visit the Mutianyu Greatwall which is popular for foreign visitors. Mutianyu Greatwall is less crowded than Badaling, which gives you better experience. NO TOURIST SHOPPING TRAPS, SIGHTSEEING FOR FUN ONLY. BEST TIME & MONEY VALUE. Convenient pickup/drop off locations. Great Memories for family trip with children.

    What's included

    Included

    • English-Chinese speaking attendant on bus.
    • Admission ticket and round-trip shuttle in the park(by your option).
    • Round trip transportation from Beijing starting point to Great Wall.

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Cable car or toboggan ride in the park (140 RMB)
    • Any personal expenses not list above the inclusions

    What you'll see and do

    1. Mutianyu Great Wall

      Zanbus offers a Stress-free, comfortable Ride & Self-Guided Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall. Departure time: Zanbus leaves at 08:00am; 09am; 10:00am in the morning everyday. Bus starting point: the parking lot of "The Regent Hotel" next to Subway Line 5, Dengshikou Station Exit C(地铁5号线灯市口站C出口). Our staff dressing in blue will pick you up at the subway station. Duration: About 1.5 hours to Mutianyu Greatwall. Arrival at: Mutianyu Great Wall P1 Parking. Then you will have 4-5 hours for a self-guided tour at Mutianyu Great Wall, you can choose to visit the Great Wall either by Line east or Line west, or both. After the visit, take the Zanbus back to Beijing downtown. Return bus schedule from Mutianyu Great Wall to Beijing downtown: Departure time: 15:30 and 16:30 Location: Mutianyu Great Wall P1 Parking. Duration: about 1.5 hours Drop off location: Di tan Park, Subway Line 2 and Line 5, Yonghegong Lama Temple Station

      300 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Lama Temple (Yonghegong)

      Our buses return from Mutianyu Greatwall and drop you off at the Lama Temple(Yonghegong) subway station, end the bus trip here. You can pay a visit to the Lama Temple by yourselves if you are interested in it.

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    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Beijing

    Please go the Regent Hotel Parking lot(China, Beijing, Dongcheng, Dongsi South Street), you will see our staff and board in blue.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Di tan Park, Subway Line 2 and Line 5, Yonghegong Lama Temple Station

    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
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Travel Sichuan Guide

    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
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Jose_A · August 2025

    Wonderful experience that will exhaust you

    Essential but exhausting. You travel by bus from the meeting point with a guide. The guide only accompanies until he reaches the base where the shuttles depart to climb to the climb to the wall. The wall is climbed by cable car, chairlift or walk. Climbing on the lifts do not sigyque you do not have to climb a lot of stairs and climb a few flights on foot. Summer is very crowded and it is very hot. Sun protection and water are needed. Our tour was in English but the agency completed the bus with Chinese citizens. It was a bit of a roll to hear the explanations in Chinese as well as English. The guide sells you tickets for lis lifts on the bus. Once upstairs keep in mind that to visit the different towers you have to walk quite a lot up and down along the wall.

    via Viator (translated)

    Clara_B · November 2024

    Lina is great

    Lina is a great guide! Excellent customer service. She was attentive, kind and super helpful with everything I needed

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your positive feedback, we will keep working hard to offer the impressive experience for visitors to the Great Wall.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Travel Sichuan Guide, who run 14 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 56.3.

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    Why this scores 63

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)19
    Booking momentum (14% weight)14
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)63
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus cost?

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    Prices start at $30 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 Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus take?

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    Plan for about 6 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 Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus?

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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 Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus?

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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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus 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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    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.

    What is included in Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus?

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    Included: English-Chinese speaking attendant on bus; Admission ticket and round-trip shuttle in the park(by your option); and Round trip transportation from Beijing starting point to Great Wall. Not included: Lunch; Cable car or toboggan ride in the park (140 RMB); and Any personal expenses not list above the inclusions. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus?

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    Please go the Regent Hotel Parking lot(China, Beijing, Dongcheng, Dongsi South Street), you will see our staff and board in blue. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus offered in?

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    It runs in 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 Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus?

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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.

    Is Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Beijing Trip to Mutianyu Great Wall by Zanbus if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

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