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Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace (Yiheyuan), both UNESCO World Heritage sites, on a full-day private tour from Beijing. The Great Wall of China is one of the most popular attractions in China, yet the Mutianyu section attracts fewer visitors, which means you get a less crowded experience of this world-famous landmark. Then learn about the history of the majestic Summer Palace as you stroll through its lavish gardens, sprinkled with temples and other eye-catching features. Includes guide, lunch, entrance fees, Great Wall cable car ticket, private vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Escape the crowds around the Great Wall of China and visit the ancient Mutianyu section on a full-day sightseeing tour from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, learn the history behind the 6th-century section and marvel at the spectacular natural scenery that surrounds it. See impressive parapets and defensive watch towers and enjoy an optional cable car ride if you wish (own expense). An authentic Chinese lunch and convenient, round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel are also included.

Discover two of China’s most incredible attractions during a full-day tour of the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs from Beijing. Accompanied by a guide, visit one of the best-preserved parts of the Great Wall and marvel at the spectacular scenery that surrounds the Badaling section. Then, explore the Chang Ling Tomb, a magnificent Ming emperor burial site. Appease your appetite with an authentic Chinese lunch and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel.

Visit the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu, two Ming Dynasty-era World Heritage-listed sites near Beijing. Your private guide provides a personalized experience as you take in the Chang Ling Tomb, an impressive royal burial complex for the Yongle Emperor, then head to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, renowned for its Ming Dynasty-era guard towers. Considered two of China’s most famous sites, the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall at Mutianyu showcase amazing engineering and artistry from centuries ago.

Explore the Great Wall of China on your own with transportation provided from Beijing. Enjoy ample time to walk around the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, one of the New7Wonders of the World. At this location, you can take a cable car up and down from the ramparts, or even enjoy a fun downhill ride on a toboggan (own expense). Discover the different guard towers and decorative elements of the Great Wall and get fantastic photo ops as well.

Enjoy an in-depth sightseeing experience over two days with this comprehensive Beijing city tour. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll visit major attractions like Tian'anmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Transportation between attractions and lunch on both days are included. (Note: Hotel stay is not included; you must have your own accommodation in Beijing.)

Options for visiting to the Great Wall are often limited: you can choose a group tour, where you're one in a crowd, or a private tour, which can be pricey. On this mini-group tour, capped at six travelers, you get a personalized experience and a great value. Start with a quick ride from Beijing, then spend two hours hiking on the wall. Enjoy a Chinese lunch, included in the tour price.

Immerse yourself in the beguiling city of Beijing during a full-day tour of the city’s most significant historical sites. Visit legendary landmarks like the Forbidden City; absorb the sacred ambience at the Temple of Heaven; and marvel at the structural beauty of Tian’anmen Square. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, delve into the rich history of the city and discover one of the oldest cultures on earth. Convenient round-trip transportation from your Beijing hotel is included on this tour.

The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China offers unparalleled views from its restored watchtowers. Travel there by minivan from your hotel and take the cable car or chair lift up and a toboggan down. Lunch and a visit to the Summer Palace are included on this small-group tour from Beijing.

Make the most of your short time in China with this trip departing direct from Beijing Capital International Airport. The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is quieter. Stretch your legs after a long flight with a walk up to the wall, or save your energy for hiking on the wall itself and take a cable car. Return to Beijing in time for your next flight.

While on layover at Beijing Capital International Airport, let a personal guide show you the highlights around Beijing. Spend time exploring the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Forbidden City. You'll also visit Tiananmen Square and eat a Chinese lunch. Round-trip airport transport by private vehicle is included on this full-day tour.

Visit the World Heritage-listed Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs on a private full-day tour from Beijing. Travel with your guide in a comfortable private vehicle to the Great Wall at Mutianyu, a less-visited section of the Great Wall. Take the cable car round-trip and admire expansive views over the Great Wall and forested surroundings. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the Ming Tombs, the royal burial complex for the Yongle Emperor (who also built the Forbidden City), before retiring to Beijing.

See some of Beijing’s natural and historical highlights on a full-day excursion to the sacred Lama Temple. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, gain a fascinating insight into the rich history of one of the world’s most significant Tibetan Buddhist monasteries; admire the intricate architecture of the Lama Temple and then venture to a magnificent museum to delve into Chinese architecture and agriculture from ancient times. 

Immerse yourself in the rich historical heritage of Beijing on a full-day tour of the city’s most spectacular sights. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Summer Palace and absorb the sacred ambiance of the Lama Temple (Yonghegong). Gain fascinating insight into the prosperous past and present of China’s capital from a knowledgeable guide and capture fantastic photographs of the city sights during each leisurely stop.

Sprawling across 743 acres (301 hectares) of lake and garden, the Summer Palace was designed to keep the imperial court entertained through Beijing’s long, hot summers. So it’s well worth taking a private guide to steer you to the highlights of this vast expanse. Beat the long lines by pre-booking this convenient door-to-door tour that includes Nanhu Island, Longevity Hill, the Tower of Buddhist Incense, and shopping.

This full-day tour from Beijing gives you the chance to see two of China's top historical and cultural attractions. Start at the Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling) and then visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, where you can climb the centuries-old watchtowers. Lunch is included.

Enhance your experience of one of China’s greatest architectural feats on a small-group tour to the Great Wall of China from Beijing. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, explore the ancient Mutianyu section of the wall and ascend Ming Dynasty watchtowers for panoramic vistas of the spectacular surrounding scenery. Revitalize with a delicious Chinese meal and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation to Beijing.

Feast your senses on the spectacular sights of an acrobatic show and the tantalizing taste of Peking duck during an exciting 4-hour experience in Beijing. Dine upon an exquisite banquet comprising of signature Beijing specialty, Peking duck, then enjoy an evening of enthralling entertainment from a troupe of talented acrobats. Marvel at the flexibility of the acrobatics as an elegant performance unravels beside melodious music. Enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from selected Beijing hotels on this tour. 

Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private half-day hiking tour on the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall. Cable car, chair lift, and toboggan ride included, as well as round-trip private transportation from your hotel in Beijing. Choose between morning and afternoon departure to fit your schedule.

Take a private tour to two monumental UNESCO World Heritage Sites located near Beijing: the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs. Your experienced guide takes you to the less-crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, which offers superb viewing of historical and architectural features, along with sweeping views of the surroundings. Continue to the Ming Tombs, the royal burial complex for the emperors of the Ming Dynasty, and visit either the Sacred Way, Chang Ling Tomb or Ding Ling Tomb during your tour.

See the best of Beijing plus the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu on a small-group tour that focuses on the attractions and avoids the traps of many sightseeing tours. With a guide who provides in-depth commentary and shows you the best photo ops, you'll visit Tiananmen Square, skip the line at the Forbidden City, hike on the Great Wall, and stop by Nanluoguxiang Hutong at night. You will not make stops for shopping, tea ceremonies, factory visits, or other activities that take up time.

Leave the crowds and tour buses behind, and visit Mutianyu with a private guide. Get access to a beautiful and less-visited section of the Great Wall. Stand in awe at the sheer size of the wall, green pastures, and mountains. Enjoy a meal at one of Mutianyu’s many restaurants after your hike (own expense). Then tour the Beijing Olympic Village for excellent photo opportunities at the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube.

Enjoy an evening of acrobatics at the acclaimed Beijing Acrobat Show, where troupes of dancers perform jaw-dropping acts alongside jugglers, unicyclists, plate-spinners and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, leaving you to relax and enjoy an evening of fun for the whole family.

Avoid any long lines or printing problems with paperless skip-the-line entry to Beijing’s UNESCO-listed Forbidden City. Simply book in advance, stroll straight to check in, then show your passport to ensure hassle-free admission directly into the ancient complex and enjoy plenty of time to browse the site’s major attractions, including the Gate of Divine Prowess, Dragon Throne, and Palace Museum.