
Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch worth booking?
Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $174 per person. It scores 59 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
- 59 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (4)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $174 per person
you will visit Mutianyu great wall and Forbidden city with a private car, English speaking tourguide and lunch included. The Mutianyu Great Wall has a long history. It was first built in the Northern Qi Dynasty, reconstructed in the Tang Dynasty and rebuilt on a large scale in the Ming Dynasty. It has witnessed many historical changes and is an important part of China's Great Wall culture, carrying rich cultural connotations. It is a symbol of the tenacious spirit of the Chinese nation. The Forbidden City is not only a magnificent palace, but also a three-dimensional historical book and a flowing scroll. Here, you can not only feel the majesty and glory of the royal family, but also appreciate the long-standing culture and unique charm of the Chinese nation. Highlights • Travel by private car will save your time, comfortable and easy to carry • Professional tour guide explanation • Historical and cultural experience • Food experience
What you get
About this experience
you will visit Mutianyu great wall and Forbidden city with a private car, English speaking tourguide and lunch included. The Mutianyu Great Wall has a long history. It was first built in the Northern Qi Dynasty, reconstructed in the Tang Dynasty and rebuilt on a large scale in the Ming Dynasty. It has witnessed many historical changes and is an important part of China's Great Wall culture, carrying rich cultural connotations. It is a symbol of the tenacious spirit of the Chinese nation. The Forbidden City is not only a magnificent palace, but also a three-dimensional historical book and a flowing scroll. Here, you can not only feel the majesty and glory of the royal family, but also appreciate the long-standing culture and unique charm of the Chinese nation. Highlights • Travel by private car will save your time, comfortable and easy to carry • Professional tour guide explanation • Historical and cultural experience • Food experience
What's included
Included
- Forbidden City Entrance Ticket
- Bottled water
- English Speaking Tourguide
- lunch (traditional Chinese food)
- Private Air-conditioned vehicle
- Great Wall Entrance ticket and VIP pass
Not included
- Cable car / chairlift up and toboggan down ticket of the Great Wall
- Personal Consumption
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Linda's Guide & Driver Service
you will visit Mutianyu great wall and Forbidden city with a private car, English speaking tourguide and lunch included. pick you up and drop off at your located place in Beijing.
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Mutianyu Great Wall
Mutianyu Great Wall is located in Mutianyu Village, Bohai Town, Huairou District, Beijing, China, It is about 70 kilometers away from downtown of Beijing and it takes about an hour and half drive to there. The Mutianyu Great Wall is an important part of the Ming Great Wall, located at a strategic point and serving as a crucial barrier for the Ming capital, Beijing. Its city walls were tall and solid, with dense enemy towers and ingeniously designed passes, forming a complete defense system that played a key role in resisting the invasion of northern nomadic peoples. The Mutianyu Great Wall boasts magnificent scenery, rich vegetation and diverse views throughout the four seasons. Moreover, the scenic area is well-equipped with facilities such as cable cars and slides, which facilitate tourists' going up and down the mountain and save their energy. In addition, the scenic area also offers services such as catering and shopping to meet different needs.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Here you can enjoy authentic farm cuisine. The ingredients are fresh and the dishes are quite diverse, catering to different tastes. The interior decoration of the restaurant is very characteristic of Northeast China, with bright red and green color schemes. Corn, chili peppers and other crops are hung on the walls, making people feel particularly warm and friendly.
60 minutes here · Admission included
The Palace Museum
The Forbidden City, formerly known as the Purple Forbidden City, is located at the center of Beijing's central axis. It was the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties in China. The architectural layout of the Forbidden City is strict and it is divided into the Outer court and the inner court. The Outer court, centered around the three main halls of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the Hall of Central Harmony and the Hall of Preserving Harmony, was the place where the emperor held major ceremonies and handled state affairs. The inner court, centered around the Ganqing Palace, the Jiaotai Hall and the Kunning Palace, was the main residence of the emperor and empress, followed by the imperial garden. The Forbidden City, a treasure of world cultural heritage, attracts the attention of countless tourists with its unique charm. Wandering through every inch of the Forbidden City, it feels as if one has traveled through time and space, returning to that glorious ancient dynasty.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Beijing
After the tour, your driver will drive you back to your located place in Beijing.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Linda's Guide & Driver Service
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Instant Confirmation - You will receive a confirmation email immediately after successful booking
- This is a Private Tour for your booking, No other group will join you
- The Forbidden City implement a real-name reservation policy, So after you booking, please contact me and send me each people's name, passport number, age, gender and nationality
- According to the regulations of the Palace Museum, Chinese citizens (including residents of Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) must book tickets online 7 days in advance. If you make a reservation within 7 days before your visit, we cannot guarantee that we will get a ticket for you. in addition, if it is during a holiday or the peak tourist season, we also cannot 100% guarantee that we will help you get a ticket. If the tickets online have been sold out or we failed to help you get one, you can only cancel this trip and we will offer a full refund, thanks for your understand and support
- For foreign tourists holding passports, if the online tickets are sold out or we fail to get online ticket for you, you need get tickets on the spot according to the guidance of your tour guides or customer service of our travel agencies. but, purchasing tickets on the spot need queuing
- Due to the implementation of the limited ticket sales policy by the Palace Museum. At present, the Palace Museum releases 40,000 tickets every day, including 20,000 individual tickets and 20,000 group tickets. All visitors must make a real-name reservation for their visit. Therefore, for your better visiting experience, Please try to book in advance as much as possible
- The Forbidden City have strict security check policies. It is strictly prohibited to bring flammable, explosive and other items as well as controlled knives. In addition, please do not bring lighters, drones, tripods, selfie sticks longer than 1.3 meters, scroll paintings, oil-paper umbrellas, sunscreen spray and power banks with a capacity of more than 20,000 milliamperes
- Please don't forget to bring your passport. If you don't bring it, you may be refused entry
- Please wear appropriate clothes according to the weather and It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses or umbrellas or cap in summer
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Children Under 5 years old are free to join
- Baby seats offered if you request
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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
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Best. Organisation. Ever.
Linda was exceptional in her communication and organisation. My family and I organised quite late via Linda our plans in Beijing- Forbidden City and Great Wall. Linda was able to organise and set out in meticulous details a full itinerary and tickets for our whole family including pick up and drop off at airport. The entire time, either through Whatsapp or Wechat she has been honest about what she can organise and directions to obtain tickets, best entry locations at destinations and pre planning. I highly recommend Linda to anyone looking to visit Beijing and Chongqing. Beijing is so busy that you will definitely benefit from having her organise your trip for you.
via Tripadvisor
Memorable trip to China
Lovely tour guide and excellent service. Thank you Linda for accompanying us and also for accommodating our requests. Perhaps we will see you again in our next trip to China.
via Tripadvisor
100% recommended
It is an excellent tour to get to know the forbidden city and the great wall of China. Our driver Nicholas is very friendly, he has a modern, clean and comfortable car. It is an excellent tour that allows you to see the best of Beijing in 6 hours.
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Fanatics all round
Linda was the perfect guide - Great communication- high quality transport and fantasticly friendly (perfect english). Everything was taken care of and we all enjoyed it. Thanks you
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
- Price range
- $174 to $306
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Linda's Guide & Driver Service, who run 14 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 64.1 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $174 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch?
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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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch?
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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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch 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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What is included in Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch?
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Included: Forbidden City Entrance Ticket; Bottled water; English Speaking Tourguide; lunch (traditional Chinese food); and Private Air-conditioned vehicle. Not included: Cable car / chairlift up and toboggan down ticket of the Great Wall; Personal Consumption; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 3685 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch?
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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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Forbidden City Private Tour with Lunch?
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Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, organization, good for families. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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