
Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers
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Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $228 per person. It scores 49 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
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $228 per person
Join a full-day private tour and visit three major attractions in and around Beijing with a guide, including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall. Includes private transportation with hotel pickup, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip cable car tickets to the Great Wall. What's more, we include round-trip airport transfers, so you can enjoy our quality service from arrival to departure
What you get
About this experience
Join a full-day private tour and visit three major attractions in and around Beijing with a guide, including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Mutianyu Great Wall. Includes private transportation with hotel pickup, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip cable car tickets to the Great Wall. What's more, we include round-trip airport transfers, so you can enjoy our quality service from arrival to departure
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Other
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Airport Transfers
- Souvenirs
- Lunch
- Round way cable car or Chairlift up and toboggan down
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Tiananmen Square
In the morning, your tour guide and private car with driver will come to meet you at your hotel lobby. The first place you will visit the Tiananmen Square which is the biggest city center square in the world. Moreover, along famous Chang'an Street, you will see The Great Hall of People, and The National Museum (used to be named Chinese history and revolution museum). In additional, the center of the square is the Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang)
A solemn granite mausoleum at Tiananmen Square’s heart, housing the preserved body of Mao Zedong, founding father of the People’s Republic. Visitors queue respectfully to view the leader’s crystal sarcophagus, surrounded by revolutionary symbolism.
Pass by without stopping
Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang)
China’s iconic political heart, this colossal-columned architectural marvel hosts the National People’s Congress and major state events. Visitors admire its grand lobby and banquet halls, embodying socialist realism design.
Pass by without stopping
The Palace Museum
From the Tiananmen Gate you can walk towards the Forbidden City (the biggest Imperial Palace in world). There are 9999.5 rooms inside, and with over 600 years history. There were total 24 Chinese emperors who lived and ruled the country in this place from Ming dynasty to the Qing dynasty). It's worth to spend a couple of hours to visit the highlight of the Forbidden City.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian)
The largest and most iconic hall in the Forbidden City, where Ming and Qing emperors held grand ceremonies like coronations and imperial weddings. Its majestic double-eaved hipped roof, marble terraces, and dragon-throne symbolize ultimate imperial power.
40 minutes here · Admission included
The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum
A serene oasis within the Forbidden City, this Ming-designed classical garden served as a private retreat for emperors and concubines. Stroll through intricately arranged rockeries, ancient cypress trees, and symbolic pavilions like the Pavilion of Ten Thousand Springs, blending Taoist harmony with imperial grandeur.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Mutianyu Great Wall
During lunch time, your tour guide will take you to a local restaurant for local authentic food meal. In the afternoon, you will visit one of the seven wonders in the world - Mutianyu Great Wall. Your tour guide will take you to a less crowded section Great Wall where you can hike for around 2 hours. From the city to the Great Wall takes about 1.5 hours driving time. You will take the cable car up to the half way, and then start to enjoy your hiking journey. Then you will also take cable car on your way back. This surely save your time and energy. After the day tour, your driver and tour guide will send you back to the hotel.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Beijing
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
All-inclusive private day tour
Details: This is a tour including entrance ticket, local food lunch, round trip cable car or chairlift with toboggan, guide & driver. Pickup included
Low budget group tour
Details: Group tour 6-8 people: This price option include: Ticket, Cable car or Toboggan, Lunch, Guide&Driver 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
- China Leketu travel services
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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
- $228 to $368
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers cost?
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Prices start at $228 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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers 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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers?
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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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers 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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers?
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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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers 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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers?
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Included: Private transportation; Other; Professional guide; Bottled water; and Airport Transfers. Not included: Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 3290 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers 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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers?
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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 Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; and Not recommended for pregnant travelers. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers 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 booking options are available for Explore Great Wall and Forbidden City by VIP Airport Transfers?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including All-inclusive private day tour, Low budget group tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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