Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver in Tianjin
Tianjin, China

Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver

Outty Ranking 66 5.0 · 5 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $188
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66/100

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5.0/5

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Is Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver worth booking?

Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver is a 10-hour experience in Tianjin, China, from $188 per person. It scores 66 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
66 / 100
Rating
5/5 (5)
Duration
10 hours
From
$188 per person

Instead of spending a whole day on the cruise, you can spend a great day on the Great Wall of China. You can choose to be dropped off in Beijing city or back to the Tianjin Port according to your schedule. Your friendly

What you get

    About this experience

    Instead of spending a whole day on the cruise, you can spend a great day on the Great Wall of China. You can choose to be dropped off in Beijing city or back to the Tianjin Port according to your schedule. Your friendly English speaking driver will meet you at Tianjin port and transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall safely. After the trip, you will be dropped off at Beijing railway station and take the bullet train back to Tianjin. Meet your driver from Tianjin at Tianjin railway station and transfer back to cruise port.   One-way first class bullet train ticket, entrance fee, private transfer are included.

    What's included

    Included

    • Bottled water
    • One-way first class bullet train ticket(optional)
    • English speaking driver in Beijing
    • Entrance fee
    • Transport by private vehicle

    Not included

    • Tour guide
    • Meal
    • Hotel accommodation
    • Gratuities
    • Cable car or tobaggan ticket

    What you'll see and do

    1. Tianjin International Cruise Port

      Upon arrival at Tianjin International Cruise Home Port, your friendly driver will meet you outside of the baggage claim area with your name as a sign.

      30 minutes here

    2. Mutianyu Great Wall

      Then, you will take an air-conditioned and comfort private vehicle to make a roughly 3 hours journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall in Beijing.  The Mutianyu Great Wall is a little further from downtown Beijing, regarded the most beautiful section. It is connected with Jiankou in the west and Lianhuachi in the east. As one of the best-preserved parts of the Great Wall, the Mutianyu section used to serve as the northern barrier defending the capital and the imperial tombs. You have the choice of taking a round-trip cable car ride to the wall, or taking the chairlift and return via the downhill toboggan run. Then, enjoy two to three hours on the wall independently. If you choose tour ends Beijing, you will be transferred to your Beijing hotel(at your own arrangement) after the tour.

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Tianjin International Cruise Port

      If you choose tour ends Tianjin Port, your English speaking driver will drop you off at Beijing railway station and help you to get the train tickets. You can relax on the train. About 1 hour, arrive at Tianjin. Your Tianjin driver will meet you at Tianjin Binhai railway station and transfer back to Tianjin Port.

      20 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Options you can book

    • Tour ends Beijing hotel

      Your English speaking driver will pick you up at Tianjin Port and drop you off at your central Beijing hotel Pickup included

    • Tour ends Tianjin Port

      Your English speaking driver picks you up at Tianjin Port and transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall.Afterwards,take bullet train back to Tianjin.One-way train ticket,Tianjin train station pick up included Pickup included

    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
    Beijing Tour Guide

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Children must be accompanied by an adult
    • The driver from Tianjin cannot speak English. He will only pick you up from Tianjin railway station and transfer to Tianjin port
    • 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

    3 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    1 mention

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    GustavoS5129 · May 2025

    China wall

    Guia fantástico, super amigável. Fantastic visit where you got to know the history of the Wall of China and saw incredible landscapes

    via Tripadvisor (translated)

    Dream32138516036 · March 2024

    Great Wall

    We had a great tour. Our guide was Kevin. He worked really hard to insure that we had a good time. And we did. I highly recommend this tour. They really cared about us. The Great Wall can’t be accurately described in words. You just have to see it. We spent two hours walking on it. We planned for one. There is too much to see. Kevin didn’t miss a beat. He was just happy for us. Great tour! Kevin was the best guide we can imagine.

    Response from the operator: Dear Roger, Thank you for your positive comments. It is our pleasure to show you around and we are so glad that you had great day with Kevin. Best regards,

    via Tripadvisor

    ElenaKosagi · October 2019

    Unforgettable trip

    As we had a quite limited time after disembarkation Kevin did everything to make this tour happen as well as he went an extra mile by taking us to Kung Fu theatre after the Wall which I recommend to everyone. So thanks a lot to the tour company and Kevin for such an unforgettable trip!

    via Viator

    J_stalker88 · June 2019

    Great Experience

    We booked this tour online and had Kevin as our driver.He met us at the Port,drove to Mutianyu Great Wall directly,he even brought bananas for us.When we arrived the Wall,he show us where and how to go,where he will wait for us. The Wall is amazing,Kevin is super.

    via Tripadvisor

    pmc774 · April 2019

    Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall trip English Speaking Driver

    We dock at Tianjin Port on March 24 and from there we took this excursion to Mutianyu Great Wall. We were very lucky to have Kevin as our driver since he can answer whatever question I ask him. He is very accommodating and efficiently brought us to our hotel in Beijing. I will give him 5 stars for his job which was well done.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $188 to $450
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Beijing Tour Guide, who run 122 experiences we rank across 8 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.2.

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    Why this scores 66

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)99
    Review evidence (18% weight)34
    Booking momentum (14% weight)26
    Value for money (12% weight)52
    Listing quality (10% weight)81
    Local standing (8% weight)50
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver cost?

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    Prices start at $188 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 Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver take?

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    Plan for about 10 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 Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 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 Tianjin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall 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 Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall Trip with English Speaking Driver?

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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 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Tianjin Shore Excursion: Mutianyu Great Wall 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 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 Shore Excursion: 2-Day Private Beijing Sightseeing Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port, Classic Private 2-Day Shore Excursion Tour Package to Beijing from Tianjin Port, Tianjin Port to Beijing Private 2-Day Tour Include Mutianyu Great Wall. 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.

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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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