Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour in Beijing
Beijing, China

Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour

Outty Ranking 58 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $76

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Is Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour worth booking?

Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour is a 6-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $76 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
6 hours
From
$76 per person

This customized private transfer service takes you to Mutianyu Great Wall with a EXCLUSIVE GIFT and one Beijing city attraction from list of Summer Palace, Forbidden City, or Ming Tombs based on your interest. The pick u

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    About this experience

    This customized private transfer service takes you to Mutianyu Great Wall with a EXCLUSIVE GIFT and one Beijing city attraction from list of Summer Palace, Forbidden City, or Ming Tombs based on your interest. The pick up point can be from your hotel in Beijing, PEK airport or train station. This is self-guide model, you should learn the attractions history and related knowledge beiforehand by yourself

    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    shirleywK4237KA · March 2024

    15 Hour Layover? Go to Great Wall

    During my extended layover in China, I opted to explore the city. Eager to avoid taxi hassles, I was delighted to come across Jack, who not only offered impeccable service but also shared invaluable insights on navigating Beijing and local gems. Jack and his company exceeded all expectations—I wholeheartedly endorse them. His seamless communication persisted from start to finish, even after my arrival in Beijing. The Great Wall excursion with a private driver was truly exceptional. Don't hesitate, hire Jack—you won't be disappointed!

    Response from the operator: The Great Wall and the Forbidden City are both World Heritage sites and representative tourist attractions in China. Welcome back and Thank you for your trust!

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    Pam F · October 2018

    Excellent and patient service

    I highly recommend this service!! Upon booking, manager and coordinator Jack Wang, was very responsive and worked through all the details prior to the trip. We communicated through WeChat in English and he let me know who was assigned as the driver along with the car type and license plate number the night before. The day of the transfer, Mr. Sam Li arrived 5 minutes before scheduled. He made the visit to Mutianyu Great Wall extremely smooth and easy as I was traveling with my elderly parents, who are not as mobile and are slower moving. Mr Li was an excellent and safe driver and was very patient, helping my parents in and out of the car, up and down stairs. He showed us where to get the Cable car tickets and escorted us to the shuttle bus that’s took us to the cable car entrance. He even had bananas and water for us to take along! After coming down the Wall, he took us to the Chinese restaurant inside the Wall’s Park and recommended the dishes to get that are more well known. (Get the dumplings!) Then after lunch, he took us to a roadside market to buy local fruits and chestnuts - which my parents very much enjoyed. Throughout the day, I was able to communicate with him through WeChat (there is an English translation option in the app so he can write in Chinese and I was able to easily translate) so as always able to find each other. Although his English is basic, you can see Mr Li really wants to help you have an enjoyable time. My parents do speak Mandarin, so they were able to converse and communications was not a problem for us. I had planned a second attraction as part of the transfer, but given my parents’ pace, we ran out of time for another location since the service is for 8 hours. But I didn’t mind at all because we all had a lovely time! Thank you Mr Wang and Mr Li!

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    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Booked in 30 days
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    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 58

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)19
    Booking momentum (14% weight)15
    Value for money (12% weight)51
    Listing quality (10% weight)69
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $76 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 + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour take?

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    Plan for about 6 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 + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 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 + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs 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 Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs Day Tour?

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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 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Mutianyu Great Wall + Summer Palace or Forbidden City or Ming Tombs 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 Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. 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.

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