Private Tour
All Inclusive Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Overview
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Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs are 2 must-see attractions in Beijing. If you're looking to explore these wonders of ancient China in a more intimate setting, our private tour is the perfect choice for you. We offer flexible options for the Ming Tombs part of this excursion to cater to your preferences.
Start your day with a visit to the majestic Mutianyu Great Wall, where you can marvel at its magnificent architecture and breathtaking views. Afterward, you'll be taken to your chosen site(s) from the Ming Tombs—either the solemn Dingling Tomb (where an emperor of the Ming dynasty was laid to rest) alone, or add the grand Sacred Way (adorned with exquisite stone carvings).
Your knowledgeable guide will provide fascinating insights into Chinese history and culture throughout the tour, making it an enriching experience that you won't soon forget. So sit back, relax, and get ready for an unforgettable journey back in time on this private tour!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
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
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required within Special Requirements
Infants (1-3 years old) are free if not individually occupying a seat
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mutianyu Great Wall
Our professional driver and an English - speaking guide will pick you up at the lobby of your Beijing hotel. They'll hold a sign with your name, ensuring a seamless start to your day. Following a scenic drive from Beijing, you'll reach the Mutianyu Great Wall. Your guide will offer an in - depth introduction to the historical significance of this section. Mutianyu, constructed during the Ming Dynasty, is renowned for its stunning scenery, with thick forests flanking the wall. It offers a more serene and less - crowded environment compared to other parts of the Great Wall.
Upon arriving at Mutianyu, our package offers two convenient options. You can choose a round - trip cable car ride, or take the chairlift up to the Great Wall and then slide down. These options are designed to save you time and energy, allowing you to reach the mountaintop with ease. Once at the top, a professional guide will accompany you as you explore the watchtowers, sharing the rich history of the Great Wall. You will also have some free time to soak in the magnificent views at your own pace. You'll have lunch at a local restaurant near the Mutianyu Great Wall.
What‘s Included
Private vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off ( Hotels within the 5th ring road of Beijing City)
Professional guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket
Entrance fee
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Mutianyu and Dingling Tomb
Mutianyu and Dingling Tomb: Choose this option to visit Mutianyu Great Wall and Dingling at Ming Tombs, including guide, transfer, lunch and tickets.
Pickup included
Mutianyu+Scared Way+Dingling
Mutianyu+Scared Way+Dingling: Visit Mutianyu Great Wall, Scared Way and Dingling at Ming Tombs. Including English speaking guide, entrance fee and lunch.
Pickup included
Reviews
24 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
One day trip experience for the Great Wall and 定陵明墓 one day trip
simonhual,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide Jack and driver Xiaqinggang are super great for our visiting the Great Wall and 明墓定陵. We have had a wonderful experience today.
Great trip in Beijing!
Norman P,,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful tour of the Ming tombs and a then a fabulous tour of the Great Wall! Allen was a great guide!
Mutianyu Great Wall & Ming Tombs
emmahampton1989,,Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Ranee, was lovely. She was so knowledgeable about the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall. She also shared information about the countryside and the cultural differences between the countryside and the city. We had a great all you can eat lunch. Ranee suggested changing our itinerary around, so we visited the Ming Tombs first in the morning so that it wouldn't be as busy at the Great Wall, which was a great idea. We also visited a jade factory before lunch. We had originally chosen the ski lift and staboggan at Mutianyu Great Wall, but when we arrived, the queue was extremely long, approx. 1.5 hours in the extremely hot sun, so we changed to go in the cable cars instead as there was no queue at all. Ranee was great and accommodating as she changed our entry tickets to the cable cars instead whilst we got some shade and cool air. The great wall was amazing. The photos do not do it justice. We had a good laugh also with Ranee, especially on the cable cars. Fantastic memorable day.
Amazing!! Would recommend!
J8810LVmaryd,,Jun 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a 30 hour layover in Beijing and wanted to explore the area. We were recommended to do this tour and it was amazing! Lily was our tour guide and her knowledge was so vast, we learned so much from our little time in Beijing. We felt welcomed, comfortable and very safe doing this tour. We had Sun as our driver and he was really great. He let us keep all our luggage in the car whilst we explored. Already planning on coming back and booking another one!
Great Wall was amazing, chair lift up to the top and then toboggan down all added to the experience
juliecL9896RR,,May 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bucket list ticked with this tour: Our guide, Alice Ji, was punctual, friendly and spoke perfect English. Alice also booked tickets for us to see a traditional Chinese Acrobatics show and even arranged transport to drop us back to our hotel Great service Alice!
Bucket list ticked: Great Wall exceeded expectations
John C,,May 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic day out, chair lift up to the wall and then an extended walk along the wall was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Alice Ji, gave great commentary in perfect English. Pick up was on time and car was very clean. Water, biscuits and fruit provided in car
A day to remember!
annekF7663AR,,Mar 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a day! Ranee was an amazing tour guide. She is so knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful. She made history come alive. It was a day we’ll never forget!
We had a wonderful time...
Aneeta M,,Mar 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful time on this tour. Ranee was a very knowledgeable guide and we learned a lot! We would recommend this.
A great trip to the Great Wall
903dont,,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this tour with Sherry our guide and Qing our driver and had the best time. Sherry's knowledge of history was great and we had no trouble understanding her. The wall was fantastic with great views for good pics, the tomb was interesting and the lunch we had was very nice. We had some spare time and we managed to fit in a visit to a tea house. We even had some interesting conversation with Qing on the way back to our hotel through his handheld translator. Overall a fantastic experience and we thank them very much. Very good tour and value for money.
Best Private Your guide in Beijing
Royhernandez1971,,May 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are going to visit China and want an unparalleled experience seeing the best tours in Beijing, look no further than this tour. Edward was our private tour guide on an amazing day hiking the Great Wall and visiting the Ming tombs. We were on a journey with the best Chinese English speaking guide. We had the added experience of tasting tea, shopping for Jade at the local factory and eating an amazing lunch between the two parts of the day. Edward was instrumental getting us place to place, in comfort and negotiating the best deals. When we come back again we would highly recommend using him again. He was very friendly, knowledgeable and flexible on the days agenda.
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