Private Tour
Mutianyu Great Wall&Summer Palace Excursion:Group/Private Options
Overview
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Join our Beijing one-day tour to explore two World Cultural Heritage sites—the less crowded Mutianyu Great Wall and the classical Summer Palace—with all-inclusive perks: professional English-speaking guide, round-trip hotel transfers, entrance tickets to both sites, Mutianyu cable car, and a tasty lunch, no hidden costs. We have two great options: the Mini Group Tour (max 8 people) for an intimate experience with more guide attention and a relaxed, easy-coordinated vibe, plus the Private Tour for full flexibility—customize your pace and get one-on-one guide support, perfect for those wanting privacy or personalized travel.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please wear comfortable shoes
Small Group Tour: 1: This tour is set to leave at 7:30 a.m. on the tour day, though the exact time depends on the actual pick-up schedule. 2: The sequence of pick-ups will be decided according to the number of guests and the distribution of their hotels on the tour day, and will be confirmed the day before departure. 3: To make sure you get the correct details about your pick-up time and location, please be sure to check the email we sent you one day prior to departure. If you don’t receive the email or have any inquiries, we suggest reaching out to us immediately to verify the information and prevent missing the tour. 4: Please arrive at your designated pick-up spot on time as per the confirmed schedule. For guests who are late by more than 10 minutes, we won’t be able to wait, and these guests will be recorded as "No Show".
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Beijing
This Beijing one-day tour provides two flexible travel choices to match your preferences, both including hotel pick-up and drop-off for extra convenience. Option 1 is the Boutique-Style Small Group Tour, which caps the group size at 8 people. This ensures a more intimate, comfortable experience with no overcrowding—ideal for travelers who like sharing their journey with a small group while still receiving attentive service. Option 2 is the Private Tour, which shines with exclusive, customized experiences. You’ll have a dedicated private guide focusing solely on your group, offering detailed explanations, adjusting the pace to fit your interests, and answering all your questions. Reserved exclusively for your party—no sharing with other travelers—letting you relax fully between attractions. Whichever option you pick, you’ll explore two of Beijing’s most iconic scenic spots in one day, helping you make the most of your time to absorb the city’s historical and cultural charm.
Mutianyu Great Wall
Meet your private guide in the hotel lobby at a time that suits you best. Step into a clean, air-conditioned vehicle. Settle into your comfortable seat and as you set off, soak in the passing scenery while your knowledgeable tour guide regales you with captivating historical tales and fascinating stories. Upon arriving at the magnificent Mutianyu Great Wall, you will be greeted with a serene and laid-back atmosphere. This section of the Great Wall offers the perfect opportunity to stand in awe of this architectural wonder and the breathtakingly beautiful surrounding hillsides. You have the option to ascend to the Wall via cable car or ski lift, and then embark on a memorable hike along its various sections, exploring the ancient watchtowers and beacon towers.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Bottled water
Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket
Lunch
Dragon boat cruise in the Summer Palace
Gratuities
Additional entrance fee to the museums at the Summer Palace
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Tour start from PKX Airport
Pick up location is Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX), or hotels near PKX airport. Please offer flight details.
Private Tour: This is a private tour for Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace, tour start and end of PKX Beijing Daxing Airport
Pickup included
Small Group Tour
Please provide your hotel name and address; we will inform you of the exact hotel pick-up time on day in advance.
Small Group Tour: Small Group Tour. Maximum 8 people for an intimate, uncrowded experience. Comfortable experience free of overcrowding.
Pickup included
Private Tour from city hotel
Private Tour from city hotel : Hotel pick up and drop offfor hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing, it is a private tour
Private Tour from hotel : Private Tour start from your hotel located in downtown Beijing. Our guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel.
Pickup included
Tour Start from PEK Airport
Pick up location is Beijing Capital International Airport(PEK) or hotels near PEK airport. Please offer flight details
Pickup included
Reviews
817 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
mutianyu and summer palace
Navigate59793745017,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mutianyu Great Wall About 70 kilometers from Beijing, it is less crowded, scenic, and covered with lush vegetation. Take the direct shuttle bus or drive (1.5 hours). Entrance fee: 45 yuan in peak season, 40 yuan in off-season; round-trip shuttle bus: 15 yuan. For an easier trip, take the cable car to Tower 14, walk to Tower 20 (Hero Slope), and go down via the fun slide. The whole trip takes 2–3 hours. Wear non-slip shoes, bring water and sun protection. Summer Palace Accessible via Subway Line 4 (Beigongmen or Xiyuan Station). Buy tickets in advance via official WeChat accounts. Entrance fee: 30 yuan in peak season; combined ticket: 60 yuan. Enter through the East Palace Gate, follow the route: Hall of Benevolence and Longevity → Long Corridor → Tower of Buddhist Incense → boat ride to Nanhu Island → Seventeen-Arch Bridge, which saves time and offers great photo spots. Visit at 7:30 AM or after 3 PM to avoid crowds. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a power bank.
Great experience at the Great Wall
Jan Ludvik R,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Susan and driver Mr. Tian made the Day very good with great knowledge and good english language. We had a good lunsh and a tasting tea seremoni as well.
A bucket list day out!
Shaun B,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Cannot recommend this tour enough. Our guide, Renee, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Our driver, Mr Lee, was also very friendly and we felt safe the entire time. The vehicle was spacious and comfortable too. Lunch also very nice! We left at 7am and we were the first people on the chair lifts and had the Great Wall to ourselves for some time - a once in a lifetime experience made even better by not having to arrange a single thing and being completely stress free. Huge thanks to Renee and Mr Lee!
Satisfied Traveler
johnathany2026,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very well planned trip with sufficient time for us to explore and take pictures. Tour guide(Andy) is very knowledgeable and speak good English. They also accommodated to our last minute time change. The ride to the destinations is very comfortable thanks to Mr Tian our driver.
Aurora was brilliant from...
Miguel L,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Aurora was brilliant from start to finish. She explained everything clearly, was very kind and attentive, and made our day at the Great Wall and Summer Palace unforgettable. Highly recommended!
Incredible Day
bethaU8852KK,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The experience was incredible for the price we paid. It was definitely worth the money. Sherry our tour guide made our day so special with her knowledge of the area as well as the incredible historical knowledge she shared. Both the Great Wall and the Summer Palace were a must visit. We had an incredible clear day which made the experience even more amazing! Sherry offered to book an acrobatic show for us if we wanted to add to our day. We chose to do this on top of our paid package. She organised our tickets and made sure we had amazing seats. While we were in the city, we also took the opportunity to see the Olympic Stadiums and surrounding areas. Sherry continued to share her knowledge everywhere we went. I would book Sherry and GaoXin again in a heartbeat. They made our day so special and it will never be forgotten!
Cindy is the BEST
dorib16,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow, what a day! Cindy was AMAZING 👏 she took such great care of us! We were picked up directly from our hotel, and Cindy provided clear instructions and showed up on time. The van was incredibly comfortable, so we were able to rest while we commuted to the wall. She guided us around the wall, and we had plenty of time for pictures. She brought us to a tea house and jewelry store, and we enjoyed some delicious cuisine as per her recommendations. I wish she was our guide for our entire trip; she really made this experience so easy and memorable, and she's just so fun to hang out with - we absolutely recommend her and this tour!
Wall and summer palace tour
G996HWthomash,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Susan was knowledgeable and friendly. The tour went smoothly and was definitely a highlight of our trip!
5 Star Service
romeosangalang,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thank Susan for being an excellent tour guide. Fun to be with. She was kind enough to recommend additional tour Temple of Heaven, a must for Beijing visitors.
Great Wall of China/ Summer Palace
W1104AHgeorgias,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience with our guide Sherry and the driver Zhao. Everything run smoothly and it met our expectations.
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