BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour in Beijing, China
Beijing, China

BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour

Outty Ranking 90 5.0 · 133 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $17
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Outty Ranking

90/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 133 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour worth booking?

BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour is a 10-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $17 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 133 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
90 / 100
Rating
5/5 (133)
Duration
10 hours
From
$17 per person

This tour collection is ideal for travelers who want to see Beijing’s top landmarks in a simple, efficient way. you can explore the Forbidden City and the Great Wall without hassle. Both group and private options offer cultural insight and great value, making them perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time. Forbidden City Entry Tickets Pre-booked entrance tickets to the Forbidden City, removing the stress of ticket reservations. Forbidden City & Great Wall Small Group Tour A well-organized small group day tour covering the Forbidden City and the Mutianyu Great Wall. Includes an English-speaking guide and comfortable transportation, offering a balanced mix of cultural insight and scenic highlights. Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall Private Tour A private, fully customized experience combining Beijing’s top landmarks. Enjoy a flexible schedule, personalized guiding, and private transportation for maximum comfort and efficiency.

What you get

    About this experience

    This tour collection is ideal for travelers who want to see Beijing’s top landmarks in a simple, efficient way. you can explore the Forbidden City and the Great Wall without hassle. Both group and private options offer cultural insight and great value, making them perfect for first-time visitors or those with limited time. Forbidden City Entry Tickets Pre-booked entrance tickets to the Forbidden City, removing the stress of ticket reservations. Forbidden City & Great Wall Small Group Tour A well-organized small group day tour covering the Forbidden City and the Mutianyu Great Wall. Includes an English-speaking guide and comfortable transportation, offering a balanced mix of cultural insight and scenic highlights. Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall Private Tour A private, fully customized experience combining Beijing’s top landmarks. Enjoy a flexible schedule, personalized guiding, and private transportation for maximum comfort and efficiency.

    What's included

    Included

    • Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus
    • Free Shuttle bus within the scenic area
    • English-speaking guide
    • Private tour with Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)

    Not included

    • Great wall Cable car/Toboggan
    • Forbidden City - The Treasure Gallery & The Gallery of Clocks
    • Personal expenses
    • Personal travel accident insurance

    What you'll see and do

    1. The Palace Museum

      The Forbidden City, also known as the Palace Museum, is the largest and best-preserved imperial palace complex in the world. Located in the heart of Beijing, it served as the home of 24 emperors during the Ming and Qing dynasties. With over 900 buildings and stunning golden rooftops, it showcases traditional Chinese architecture at its finest. Every hall and courtyard tells a story of ancient court life, politics, and art. Walking through its vast grounds, visitors are immersed in centuries of imperial history and culture. From the grand Meridian Gate to the quiet inner chambers, the Forbidden City is both majestic and mysterious. It is a must-see for anyone interested in China’s royal past and remains one of the most visited cultural landmarks in the world today. Whether you're on a city tour, walking tour, or half-day sightseeing tour, the Forbidden City promises a rich and unforgettable journey into Chinese heritage.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Mutianyu Great Wall

      Mutianyu Great Wall is one of the most scenic and accessible sections of the Great Wall of China, known for its lush forested surroundings and beautifully restored structure. Located about 70 kilometers from downtown Beijing, it is less crowded than the popular Badaling section, making it a preferred destination for international travelers. The wall here winds through rolling hills and offers sweeping mountain views in all directions. With solid stonework, grand watchtowers, and well-maintained paths, it provides a safe yet authentic hiking experience. Mutianyu also features optional cable car and toboggan rides, adding fun and convenience for all ages. As a highlight of many sightseeing tours, bus tours, or private day trips, this area offers a peaceful and enriching way to explore one of the world’s greatest ancient wonders. A visit to Mutianyu is a journey into both nature and history — calm, inspiring, and truly unforgettable.

      240 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Beijing

    Our driver will pick you up from your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road. For locations beyond this area, an additional fee may apply. Please provide your hotel details, including the hotel name and reservation name, when booking.

    Meeting point

    Beijing

    The Meridian Gate (午门) is the southern entrance to the Forbidden City in Beijing. It is the main and most iconic gate of the palace, located directly facing Tiananmen Square.

    Meeting point

    Beijing

    Meeting Point: Subway【JinYu Hutong Station】Exit C. You can take subway Line 8 and get off at station: JinYu Hutong Station (金鱼胡同站). Come out of the Exit C and you will find the meeting point (10 meters east side). By taxi to the meeting point: please show this address "中国银行东安门支行" to taxi driver.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    For Forbidden City & Mutianyu Tour: End points - National stadium

    Ends at

    For Forbidden City Group Tour: End points - The North Gate of Forbidden City

    Options you can book

    • Forbidden City Entry Tickets

      Special Note:: This option includes entry tickets only (no guide or pickup). Entry Time: 8:30 AM Customers from Mainland China, Customers from: Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau,Taiwan must book 7 days in advance. Forbidden City : The Meridian Gate→ Forbidden City Tour Inclusions & Exclusions: Includes entrance fees; Excludes the English-speaking gu Starting point: Meridian Gate, 4 Jing Shan Qian Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, China, 100006

    • Forbidden City & Mutianyu Bus

      Special Note:: Customers from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan must book 7 days in advance. Shared Coach Tour: Group Coach Tour with fixed meeting point at Exit C, Jinyuhutong Station(Subway Line 8). Duration: 10 hours Forbidden City to Great Wall : Exit C, Jinyuhutong Station(Subway Line 8)→ Forbidden City → Muitanyu Great Wall → Olympic Park Air-conditioned Coach Tour Inclusions & Exclusions: Includes entrance fees and an English-speaking guide; Excludes lunch and cable car tickets. Starting point: 中国银行ATM, 19 Dong An Men Da Jie, Wangfujing, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100006

    • Forbidden City & Mutianyu Pvt.

      Special Note:: Customers from Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan must book 7 days in advance. Private Guided Tour : Pick-up & drop-off are available for hotels within Beijing 4th Ring Road. Duration: 10 hours Beijing to Forbidden City : Your hotel (within Beijing 4th Ring Road) → Forbidden City → Mutianyu Great Wall→ Your hotel Air-conditioned private car Tour Inclusions & Exclusions: Includes entrance fees, English tour guide, private car with driver. Excludes lunch and cable car tickets. Starting point: Beijing, China Pickup included

    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
    Busda

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • NOTE: Customers from Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong and Taiwan need to book 7 days in advance
    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • The remaining time will be allotted for the travel time

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 131 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    131 verified traveler reviews for BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    琢朗正 · September 2026

    良き体験

    linda from busda is kindful and great experience!

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your sweet comment! We’re pleased that you had a wonderful experience with Linda from Busda. It makes us happy to know Linda treated you kindly. Busda keeps offering friendly service for all guests. Hope we can welcome you again in the future!

    via Tripadvisor

    348aleksandraj · September 2026

    A fun and well organised tour

    Exxellent guide BusDa Lee. Very interesting and well organized.

    Response from the operator: Dear guest, thank you for your nice comment! We are happy that you enjoyed your trip with guide Lee from Busda. It means a lot to us that you found the tour interesting and well arranged. Busda will keep providing pleasant travel experiences for every visitor. Hope to see you again soon!

    via Tripadvisor

    Freedom20344684111 · September 2026

    Beijing trip

    The tour guide Nikki was really helpful, she explains evrythng well and she gave a brief knowledge of history of forbidden city and great wall of china.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for your kind feedback! 😊 We’re glad to hear that Nikki was helpful, explained everything clearly, and shared interesting historical information about the Forbidden City and Great Wall. We’ll be sure to share your appreciation with her. Thank you for choosing BusDa!

    via Tripadvisor

    mardJ8376ER · September 2026

    Great Day

    Our tour with Busda was perfect. Selina, our guide, made a perfect summary of China’s history during the Forbidden City and then we had almost 4 hours at the great wall. We are wrapping up a 3 week trip and this was the best tour we had (both for explanations and price-wise). I would recommend this tour and specially Selina.

    Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re thrilled that Selina’s history explanations and the generous time at the Great Wall made this tour a highlight of your three-week trip. We truly appreciate your recommendation and will share your kind words with Selina. Thank you for choosing BusDa!

    via Tripadvisor

    harryjV2853JG · September 2026

    Fantastic service from Busda and Lee

    Lee from Busda is a fantastic tour guide, he is very knowledgable and friendly. Give this man a raise! Making the trip to the Great Wall would have been exponentially more complicated without the guidance of Lee and the team. I was considering getting a DiDi to the wall, but was glad that I decided to go with Busda in the end. I’d highly recommend this company to anyone looking to visit the Great Wall. 10/10 all around.

    Response from the operator: Thank you for this incredible 10/10 review! We are thrilled that Lee’s rich knowledge and friendly service made your Great Wall trip so smooth and stress‑free. It makes us happy to hear you are glad you chose BUSDA instead of travelling by Didi. We will pass your wonderful compliment to Lee and hope to welcome you for another great tour soon.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 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
    $17 to $456
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    47
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Busda, who run 11 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.6.

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    Why this scores 90

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
    Review evidence (18% weight)84
    Booking momentum (14% weight)81
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)64
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $17 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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour take?

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    Plan for about 10 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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 133 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour?

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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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour?

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    Around 47 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour 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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour?

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    Included: Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus; Free Shuttle bus within the scenic area; English-speaking guide; and Private tour with Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected). Not included: Great wall Cable car/Toboggan; Forbidden City - The Treasure Gallery & The Gallery of Clocks; Personal expenses; and Personal travel accident insurance. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 5 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour 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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour?

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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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour 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 BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour?

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    Across 133 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for BusDa-Forbidden City&Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Day Tour?

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    There are 3 options to choose from, including Forbidden City Entry Tickets, Forbidden City & Mutianyu Bus, Forbidden City & Mutianyu Pvt.. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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