Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace
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Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace is a 9-hour experience in Tianjin, China, from $208 per person. It scores 47 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 47 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $208 per person
Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car and Bullet train on this door-to-door private to
What you get
- Cable Car Ride at Great Wall
- Entrance fees
- Experienced Driver in Tianjin and Beijing
- 1 way bullet train ticket from Tianjin to Beijing
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Local lunch
About this experience
Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car and Bullet train on this door-to-door private tour. Check off the Beijing's biggest attraction—Great Wall of China and Summer Palace. A comprehensive package with private driver, entrance fees, 1 way bullet train ticket and Tianjin Cruise port pick up service are are all inclusive.
What's included
Included
- Cable Car Ride at Great Wall
- Entrance fees
- Experienced Driver in Tianjin and Beijing
- 1 way bullet train ticket from Tianjin to Beijing
- Excellent English Speaking Tour Guide
- Local lunch
Not included
- Gratuities (Recommended)
- Toboggan Ride Fee at Great Wall (15$/p.p))
- Beijing hotel (guests book on your own)
- Any other expenses that not listed as included
What you'll see and do
Tianjin International Cruise Port
Your friendly tour guide and driver greets you in Tianjin International Cruise Port and head to Tianjin Train Station. Experience the Excellent 30 minutes Bullet train ride to Beijing with a speed of 350 k/h (220m/h)
15 minutes here
Summer Palace
Visit the summer resort for Imperial Family Members, Learn about the most powerful female in Chinese history, the empress Dowager CiXi. People named her as Dragon Lady. Stroll along the Kunming Lake and Long Corridor at the Summer Palace. Enjoy the Hall of Benevolence and Longevity and Tower of Buddhist Incense (Summer Palace).
60 minutes here · Admission included
Long Corridor at the Summer Palace
Enjoy The Longest corridor in the world with beautiful paintings. Admire the peaceful Kunming Lake.
15 minutes here · Admission included
Qingyan Stone Boat
It used to be teahouse of royal family. it represent to stability of Qing Dynasty.
10 minutes here · Admission included
Mutianyu Great Wall
Savor a delightful Beijing style lunch. Then, visit the Mutianyu Great wall in the afternoon. The Mutianyu Great Wall is most beloved Great Wall in China by families and hikers but less people. It is surrounded by lush vegetation and offers breathtaking views of mountainous, orchard and villages. You will spend about 2 hours wandering around and hiking on the Great Wall leisurely. Listen innumerable stories of this amazing wonder of the world from your private guide. Enjoy cable car up and cable car down from the Great Wall or with an exciting option of tobogganing down from the Great Wall of China. An unforgettable experience perfect both for adults and kids. At the end of the tour, your tour guide will transfer you to your Beijing central hotel. Please book your Beijing hotel on your own.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Beijing
If you have visited Summer Palace or Great Wall before. We have option choices for you as below. Your tour are fully customizable to suits your special interests, please feel free to discuss the itinerary with your private tour guide within time limited. The recommended itinerary as below: •Option1: Mutianyu Great Wall, Tian'an Men Square, Forbidden City(Monday closed) • Option2: Mutianyu Great Wall and Temple of Heaven • Option3: Mutianyu Great Wall and Lama Temple • Option4: Mutianyu Great Wall and Pearl Market • Option5: Mutianyu Great Wall, Drum Tower and Hutong • Option 6: Temple of heaven, Summer Palace • Option7: Lama Temple, Drum Tower and Hutong • Option8: Jingshan Park, Beihai Park and Hutong • Option9: Silk Market, drum tower and Hutong • Option10: Jingshan Park and Hutong
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Tour with Biz Class Seat
Duration: 10 hours: Private Tour guide, driver with car, entrance fees, 1 way Biz Bullet train ticket and lunch are all inclusive Pickup included
Tour with 1st Class Seat
Duration: 10 hours: Private Tour guide, driver with car, entrance fees, 1 way 1st class bullet train ticket and lunch are all inclusive Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Sunflower Tours China
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 10,000-20,000steps is involved (30floor)
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $208 to $599
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 47
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tianjin.
How much does Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace cost?
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Prices start at $208 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tianjin 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 Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace take?
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Plan for about 9 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 Tianjin is not rushed.
Is Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 47 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 culture & history in Tianjin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace?
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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 Tianjin 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 Tianjin and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Beijing Shore Excursion To Great Wall and Summer Palace 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 Tianjin 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 Tianjin?
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On Outty we rank every Tianjin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Classic Private 2-Day Shore Excursion Tour Package to Beijing from Tianjin Port, Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port, [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service . 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 Tianjin?
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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 Tianjin?
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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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