
Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace
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Is Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace worth booking?
Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace is a 7-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $265 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 46 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- $265 per person
With no time-consuming shopping stops, follow a private tour guide to discover Beijing your way. Spend full day to hike the famous China Great Wall at Mutianyu Section and explore the royal park of Summer Palace, both are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
What you get
About this experience
With no time-consuming shopping stops, follow a private tour guide to discover Beijing your way. Spend full day to hike the famous China Great Wall at Mutianyu Section and explore the royal park of Summer Palace, both are UNESCO World Heritage sites.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- English-speaking tour guide
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup & drop-off
- Licensed professional driver
- Entrance ticket fees
- Local lunch
Not included
- Gratuities
- Great Wall cable car
What you'll see and do
Mutianyu Great Wall
At 8:30 am, the tour guide will pick you up from your Beijing downtown hotel lobby, have a comfortable air-conditioned transportation to start the trip. Drive around 1.5 hours to the Mutianyu Great Wall, which works as the northern barrier defending the capital and the imperial tombs, it is less crowded and known for its beautiful surroundings with vegetation, green pines and cypresses covering 90 percent. Hike up the Great Wall along the stone steps, enjoy the beautiful scenery and the tensely distributed Watchtowers.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Summer Palace
Later have a break and enjoy lunch at local restaurant. Then continue to visit China’s largest and most well-preserved royal park – the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan). It started as a luxurious royal garden for royal families to rest and entertain in 1750, and later became the main residence of royal members in the end of the Qing Dynasty. Wander around the park, enjoy the natural beauty and the grandeur of royal garden. After that, have a relaxing transfer back to your hotel to conclude the tour.
180 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
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- China Travel Service
Know before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $265 to $415
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by China Travel Service, who run 31 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.9.
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Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace cost?
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Prices start at $265 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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace take?
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Plan for about 7 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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace?
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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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace?
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Around 0 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 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace 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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace?
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Included: Private transportation; English-speaking tour guide; Bottled water; Hotel pickup & drop-off; and Licensed professional driver. Not included: Gratuities; and Great Wall cable car. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 1188 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace 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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace?
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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 Best Picked Private Tour of Mutianyu and Summer Palace 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.
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