Beijing s Best Private Great Wall and Ming Tombs Day Trip

Beijing, China
Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Russian, English, Chinese, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Depart from Beijing and explore two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single day! Discover the imperial grandeur of the Ming Tombs (Changling) and hike on the awe-inspiring Mutianyu Section of the Great Wall. With your own private guide and convenient door-to-door transfers, enjoy a perfectly curated, hassle-free cultural adventure.

What's included

  • Entrance Fees
  • Option for round-trip cable car or chairlift up with toboggan down fee.
  • Travel comfortably in a clean,air-conditioned car
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off services are available within the 5th ring zone of Beijing city
  • Bottled water
  • Round-trip double shuttle bus
  • Experienced English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities ( Recommeded )

What to expect

  1. Mutianyu Great Wall
    5h · Admission ticket included
    Your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby at your scheduled time. The 90-minute journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall will take you to one of the most spectacular sections, renowned for its breathtaking views.
    Initially built under General Xu Da’s command and reinforced in 1569 by Qi Jiguang (the legendary anti-piracy hero), this majestic section offers two exploration options:
    1. Take the round-trip enclosed cable car for panoramic views.
    2. Ascend by chairlift and descend via China’s longest toboggan slide (weather permitting—unavailable during rain). Choose your preferred option.
    You’ll spend about 2.5 hours here, followed by a one-hour lunch (at your own expense).
  2. Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
    4h · Admission ticket included
    After lunch, we’ll drive approximately one hour to the Ming Tombs—Changling, the crown jewel of the complex. As the best-preserved imperial tomb, it houses Emperor Yongle (Zhu Di). Nestled within the sacred embrace of Tianshou Mountain, this awe-inspiring complex (constructed between 1409 and 1427—four years longer than the Forbidden City) stands as a monumental testament to imperial legacy.

    After a one-hour visit, we’ll return to your hotel (approx. 1-hour drive).

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your tour guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby.To ensure a smooth pickup,please provide your hotel's full address and any relevant details at the time of booking.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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