BusDa: Private Airport Layover Tour to Ancient Great Wall Trip

Beijing, China
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Duration6h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Make the most of your layover with a private sightseeing tour to the Ancient Great Wall, one of China’s most iconic landmarks. This full-day tour is specially designed for transit passengers with enough time between flights. Enjoy a comfortable bus tour or private car transfer with door-to-door airport pickup and drop-off. Explore a lesser-known, untouched section of the Great Wall that offers a raw, historic atmosphere and stunning mountain views—perfect for travelers seeking authenticity and quiet beauty. Unlike crowded tourist spots, this ancient stretch is ideal for peaceful hiking and immersive sightseeing. With expert planning, flexible timing, and no shopping stops, this layover tour ensures a smooth and memorable experience. Whether you're on a short stay or just passing through, this tour turns your layover into a true adventure.

Options

Capital Airport Layover Tour

Private Self-guided Tour: This option starts at Capital airport and ends this airport or Beijing hotel. Or starts at Beijing hotel and ends at airport.
Starting point:
Beijing Capital International Airport, 3JH3+W6X, Shunyi District, Beijing, China

Beijing Hotel Departure

Private Self-guided Tour: Entrance ticket, private car with driver, Beijing downtown hotel pick-up & drop-off included. English guide not included.
Starting point:
Beijing, China

What's included

  • Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus (if option selected)
  • English-speaking guide (if option selected)
  • Entrance Ticket to the Sites
  • Capital Airport pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Cable car 140rmb per person(optional)
  • Personal expenses
  • Personal travel accident insurance

What to expect

  1. Yanqing Badaling Incomplete Great Wall
    4h · Admission ticket included
    Step back in time at the Badaling Ancient Great Wall, a quieter and wilder section of China’s most iconic landmark. Unlike the fully restored tourist areas, this untouched stretch preserves the original stones, rugged terrain, and timeless character of the Wall. Surrounded by majestic mountains and sweeping views, the scenery here is breathtaking in every season—lush green hills in summer, golden foliage in autumn, and a serene, snow-dusted landscape in winter. Fewer crowds mean a more peaceful, personal experience, perfect for travelers who seek natural beauty, authentic history, and a sense of adventure. Whether you're a photographer, a hiking lover, or simply wish to walk along a truly historic path, the Badaling Ancient Great Wall offers a memorable and inspiring journey. It's a hidden gem that reveals the raw majesty and enduring spirit of this world wonder.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For private Tour Capital Airport Pickup only : Our driver will pick you up from Beijing Capital Airport. Please provide your flight number, arrival time, and terminal information when booking.

Meeting point

For Private Tour Hotel Pickup only:Our driver will pick you up from your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road. For locations beyond this area, an additional fee may apply. Please provide your hotel details, including the hotel name and reservation name, when booking.

Meeting point

Exit C, Beitucheng Station (Subway Line 8/10). You can take Subway Line 8/10, get off at the【Beitucheng Station】, coming out of Exit C, finding the BusDa tour guide wearing a green vest （BusDa Logo) for check-in.
If you take a taxi, please show this address 【北土城地铁站C口】 to the driver.

End point

For Private Capital Airport Tour:Our driver will drop you off at Beijing Capital Airport or at your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road.

End point

For Private Tour:Our driver will drop you off at your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road.

End point

End at Beijing Olympic Park

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining time will be allotted for the travel time
  • It is NOT convenient to use credit cards in the Great Wall Scenic Area. lf you don't have Alipay and WeChat, you are recommended to bring some cash with you.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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$82.00 per person
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