Private Tour
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Enhance your experience of two of Beijing’s most spectacular attractions with a private day trip to the Badaling Great Wall and the Longqing Gorge. A visit to the most famous section of the Great Wall at Badaling will accomplish your China Dream. Then head to the verdant natural splendor of Longqing Gorge, a series of dramatic gorges and flowing lakes. A perfect day to combine the history and nature, soaking up the personal attention from your private guide. This private day tour includes tasty local lunch, entrance fee, cable car round-trip at the Badaling Great Wall, boat ride at Longqing Gorge, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hotel pickup and drop-off( For hotels within the 4th ring road)
Professional guide
Bottled water
Cable car round trip at Badaling Great Wall
Lunch
Entrance fee
Transport by private vehicle
Boat ride in the Longqing Gorge
Gratuities
Niaochao National Stadium
Your English-speaking guide and private car will be waiting for you in your hotel lobby, ready to start the day’s adventure. Step into the air-conditioned vehicle and settle in as we head directly to the Badaling Great Wall—a journey of approximately 1.5 hours. Along the way, your professional tour guide will bring the Great Wall to life with engaging stories: its ancient construction techniques, role in Chinese history, and the cultural legacy it embodies. The scenic drive will also treat you to glimpses of tranquil countryside landscapes, adding a peaceful rhythm to the trip. We’ll pass by the iconic Olympic Stadium en route. If you’d like to pause for photos to capture this modern landmark, just let your guide know—we’ll happily arrange a short stop to make sure you don’t miss the moment. By the time we reach the Badaling Great Wall, you’ll be steeped in context, curiosity, and excitement, ready to explore one of the world’s most extraordinary wonders.
The Great Wall at Badaling
The Great Wall of China—the ultimate symbol of Chinese engineering prowess and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The Badaling section stands as its most vital segment, once a linchpin of military defense, as an ancient proverb attests: “If one man guards the pass, ten thousand cannot force through.” Beibalou, at 1,015 meters above sea level, crowns Badaling. Upon arrival, a cable car whisks you to this peak, where sweeping views await your camera lens. Over two hours of hiking, your private guide turns every step into a living history lesson. They’ll decode the wall’s secrets: soldier patrols, watchtower strategies, and centuries of stories etched in stone, making your walk a vivid journey through China’s past.
Your English speaking tour guide will pick you up at 8:00am in your hotels lobby by holding your name sign
Pickup included
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
DoetjeNienke T,
Jul 21, 2025
- Viator
Great day with our guide Edward, going through the chinese history! Fast access to the sites and a great lunch!
Sarah M,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
This was a truly spectacular day. The gorge and boat ride provided the most amazing scenery and the trip to the Great Wall was the perfect ending. History, nature and the beauty that is China. Totally worth it.
Navid Y,
Jun 21, 2025
- Viator
Amazing experience to see the Great Wall. Allen, our tour guide, made the day more enjoyable for our family. He is very knowledgeable, experienced, and super nice. The boat tour was fun with beautiful views of the gorge. Strongly recommend this tour.
Michele F,
Jun 6, 2025
- Viator
Highly Recommended. One of the BEST tours I’ve taken. Allen is a fantastic guide! Super experienced, speaks great English and very knowledgeable about Chinese history. My family and I learnt a lot from him on this tour. The itinerary is exciting and everything was planned to perfection. Our guide, Allen, made the whole trip super smooth and entertaining! Really enjoyed the scenic boat ride at Longqing Gorge, lunch at a local eatery, and our time at the Great Wall. Allen even gave us suggestions on what’s good to eat around our hotel. Also thank you to our driver, Mr Tian who drove expertly and got us to our destinations quickly and safely!
Valentino C,
Nov 2, 2024
- Viator
A great day spent with a very knowledgeable guide. The tour was very informative and the guide a lot of fun
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