
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver
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Is Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver worth booking?
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $32 per person. It scores 57 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
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $32 per person
Private English speaking driver service and self-guide day trip, more flexible , freedom and customized . No Factory, No Detour, only enjoy your whole day trip with your private driver and private driver assistant all day.
What you get
About this experience
Private English speaking driver service and self-guide day trip, more flexible , freedom and customized . No Factory, No Detour, only enjoy your whole day trip with your private driver and private driver assistant all day.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off ( Hotel located within 4th ring)
- No limited bottled water
- Tolls, gas ,parking fee
- Private English speaking Driver with air-condition vehicle
Not included
- Gratuities ( Recommended )
- Great wall and Summer Palace entrance tickets
- Lunch fee
What you'll see and do
Beijing
Your assigned private English speaking driver would meet you in the lobby of hotel and driver hold sign with your booking name . We advise early start , because early start can avoid of all crowds.
90 minutes here
Mutianyu Great Wall
After your driver meet you, he/she would directly take you to Mutianyu Great wall . No any factory or shops stop on the way. Normally , it takes about 1.5 hours from hotel to Great wall if no heavy traffic. After arrival , your driver would help you to get great wall entrance tickets ( Excluded), and would show you what is best route for exploring Great wall . You can choose chairlift up and slid down or cable car up and cable car down ( Excluded) , your driver would give best advice based on your situation . Then you can explore/hike on great wall about 2 hours based on your situation . Driver would wait for at assigned meet point when you on great wall hiking/walking.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Summer Palace
After great wall hiking, you may need something to eat , your driver can recommend restaurants based on your request. It will take about 1.5 hours riding from great wall to Summer Palace. Spending about 2 hours at the Summer Palace, where highlights include the Long Corridor, Seventeen Arches Bridge, Qingyan Stone Boat, Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill. Explore the magnificent 18th-century Imperial gardens both with and without your guide, pausing to admire the palatial buildings and pavilions and pose for photos beside the pretty lakes and bridges.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Beijing
After you all day activities , You would be transferred back to hotel, normally it takes about 1 hours riding.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, cmn, en, zh-CN
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Private Car & Driver Service
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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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
- Every day
- Price range
- $32 to $133
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Private Car & Driver Service, who run 28 experiences we rank across 3 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.3.
See everything Private Car & Driver Service runsWhy this scores 57
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Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver cost?
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Prices start at $32 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 Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver 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 Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver?
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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 Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver 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 Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver?
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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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver 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 Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver?
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Included: Hotel pick up and drop off ( Hotel located within 4th ring); No limited bottled water; Tolls, gas ,parking fee; and Private English speaking Driver with air-condition vehicle. Not included: Gratuities ( Recommended ); Great wall and Summer Palace entrance tickets; and Lunch fee. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 181 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver 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 Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver?
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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 Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Day Trip with English Speaking Driver 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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