Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb in Beijing
Beijing, China

Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb

Outty Ranking 65 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews8 hoursFrom $74

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Is Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb worth booking?

Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $74 per person. It scores 65 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
65 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
8 hours
From
$74 per person

Escape the crowd for exploring Mutianyu Great wall and Ming tomb on an amazing private tour from Beijing. Accompanied by an Excellent English speaking tour guide, experience the history and visit defensive watch towers a

What you get

  • Entrance fee cahrge of sites
  • Professional English and Chinese speaking tour guide
  • Transport by private vehicle

About this experience

Escape the crowd for exploring Mutianyu Great wall and Ming tomb on an amazing private tour from Beijing. Accompanied by an Excellent English speaking tour guide, experience the history and visit defensive watch towers and may choose an extra cable car ride if you want ( At your own expense).  Convenient round-trip transportation is also included from your own central located Beijing's hotel.

What's included

Included

  • Entrance fee cahrge of sites
  • Professional English and Chinese speaking tour guide
  • Transport by private vehicle

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Mutianyu cable car charge

What you'll see and do

  1. Mutianyu Great Wall

    The private tour guide will pick you up from centrally located hotel on 8:00am, then drive to Mutianyu Great wall directly, which is around 80-miles away from downtown Beijing, and it is known for its beautiful surroundings - beautiful dense woods and rich pastures changing colors with impressive mountain view, and the cable car is a better choice if you want to get to the highest point there and take the whole of mountain view. later on have lunch at restaurant close to Mutianyu Great wall at your own expense.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

  2. Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)

    After having lunch, then driving to the most impressive imperial of Chang tomb within 13 Ming tombs with 700 years history, which is for the biggest tomb for the very successful third Ming Emperor Zhudi,  later on you will get a good chance to visit a local Jade Factory, and the jade carving is a very famous ancient Chinese product, which was not only the incredibly Jade carving skill, but also mixes Chinese traditional written character cultures since 1500 years ago. Finally go back hotel.

    120 minutes here · Admission included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 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
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
Private China Tours

Know before you go

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Passport names, passport numbers, date of birth and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

4 mentions

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

Knowledge and storytelling

2 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

1 mention

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Organization

1 mention

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

Pace and timing

1 mention

Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.

Traveler reviews

5 verified traveler reviews for Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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morgancR6858LA · June 2026

Great Wall trip

Great tour around the Great Wall with mark very safe driver and very nice guy, helpful with everything we did during the day 10/10 would recommend booking him in the future if u wanted to go for a more traditional type of tour

Response from the operator: Dear Friend Thanks a million for your quick and great review, and thank you so much for choosing our travel service, take care! Let us know when your friends or family wanna travel to China in the near future! Our team will look after them well!

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tanjavJ548ZV · October 2025

Absolutely Exceptional Guide – Highly Recommended!

We had the pleasure of exploring the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with Michael, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. He picked us up very early, ensuring we arrived before the crowds. As a result, we had the rare opportunity to enjoy the Wall in almost complete peace — perfect for walking at our own pace and capturing stunning, unobstructed photos. Michael was incredibly efficient and well-organized, and his English is excellent, which made communication smooth and pleasant. Beyond that, he’s very warm, knowledgeable, and shared fascinating insights about Chinese history, culture, and everyday life. If you’re planning to visit Beijing, Michael is an absolute gem — professional, friendly, and truly passionate about what he does. We highly recommend him for any sightseeing tours in and around Beijing!

Response from the operator: Dear Friend Thanks a million for your quick and great review, and thank you so much for choosing our travel service, take care! Let us know when your friends or family wanna travel to China in the near future! Our team will look after them well!

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Tourist32464013060 · February 2024

Great Experience!

This tour was so great!! An excellent way to see the Great Wall, and we learned so much from our awesome guide John. I would highly recommend booking a tour, you won’t regret it!

Response from the operator: Dear Friend Thanks a million for your quick and great review, and thank you so much for choosing our travel service, take care! Let us know when your friends or family wanna travel to China in the near future! Our team will look after them well!

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Rui B · May 2019

Amazing Visit to Mutianyu Great wall and Mng Tombs

John Terry was our guide in the tour to Mutianyu and the Ming Tombs. The booking of the service went very well, he confirmed every detail of the tour in advance and was always ready on the time that was agreed. He has a great knowledge of Chinese History and his explanations were great to make us understand better what we were visiting. His English is very good and he was always nice and helpful. All together it was a wonderful experience and I would recommend him for your visit in Beijing!

Response from the operator: Dear friend Thanks a million for your quick and great review, and thank you so much for choosing our travel service, take care! Let us know when your friends or family wanna travel to China in the near future! Our team will look after them well! Yours truly The owner Terence W

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Good to know

Duration
8 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
1+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$74 to $308
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
2
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 65

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

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
Review evidence (18% weight)31
Booking momentum (14% weight)23
Value for money (12% weight)68
Listing quality (10% weight)83
Local standing (8% weight)53
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb: questions travelers ask

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

How much does Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb cost?

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Prices start at $74 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 Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb 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 Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 65 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 5 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 Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb?

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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 Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 1. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb?

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Around 2 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 Private Beijing Day Tour : Mutianyu Great Wall And Ming Tomb 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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