Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour from Beijing
Overview
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8 hours
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See two of China's most popular destinations, the World Heritage-listed Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs, on one unforgettable guided day trip from Beijing. You'll visit the Badaling section of the Great Wall, one of the best-preserved parts of this colossal structure, and explore the Chang Ling Tomb, the largest of the excavated Ming emperor burial sites. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are included, with expert commentary from a knowledgeable guide throughout your full-day tour. To complete your sightseeing you'll have the opportunity to enjoy Jade Factory and tea taste.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Entire tour is normally about 8 hours, but it might take a bit longer during peak season like summer time or special holidays
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Great Wall at Badaling
Great Wall is the very symbol of ancient Chinese engineering. The Badaling section is a prime, preserved example of this colossal structure. Since Spring and Autumn Period (770 BC - 476 BC) and Warring States Period (476 BC - 221 BC), Badaling became a very important military strategic place Many incomplete parts of the wall were proved to be built in the Warring States Period. Here you will have the opportunity to climb up either the North or South Face of the Wall.
Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Ming Tombs, burial grounds to 13 of the 16 Ming emperors. Only three of the tombs are actually open for viewing. Changling, the earliest and largest of the tombs, dates from the year 1413. We will explore the largest of the excavated burial sites, the Changling Tomb, which is divided into three separate, impressive courtyards.
What‘s Included
Chinese style lunch
Professional English-speaking tour guide
If your hotel is located out of 4th Ring Circle Highway, please go to Prime Hotel to join the tour at 07:00AM. (Add: No. 2, Wangfujing Ave. Tel: +86-10-65136666)
Pick-up and drop-off services from the hotels located within 4th ring circle highway
Air-conditioned coach
Admission tickets
Cruise port pickup is not available
Cable car fee
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Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour from Beijing
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Reviews
754 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Wall of China with Joe
francescamK1218MF,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour of the Great Wall with Joe. He was friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable. He taught us a lot about Chinese history, including the Ming Dynasty, the Dragon Lady, and the last emperor. Really interesting experience, highly recommend.
Excellent walk
AnaCristina V,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent, I've done three trips with this company and all were good! Friendly and fun guides! I super recommend!
Ming Tomb and Great Wall - special Day and great experience with Jessie Our Tour guide
moinmoin74,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an outstanding day in Beijing with our guide Jessie, and I can highly recommend her to anyone looking for a truly enriching experience. Jessie is an exceptionally friendly, open, and attentive person with an impressive depth of knowledge. She shared her insights generously and tirelessly throughout the entire day, making every stop not only interesting but truly meaningful. Thanks to her, we learned a great deal about Chinese history, culture, and the significance of the places we visited. Our tour included the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall—both absolutely fascinating sites. Jessie explained the historical context in a clear and engaging way, which made the experience far more vivid and memorable. The visit to the jade factory was also very interesting, giving us a deeper understanding of craftsmanship and materials. On top of that, we enjoyed a very good lunch, which rounded off the day perfectly. What made this trip truly exceptional was Jessie herself. Her knowledge, enthusiasm, and genuine kindness elevated the entire experience. This was not just a tour—it was an insightful and memorable journey. I would strongly recommend Jessie as a guide to anyone visiting Beijing.
Adventurous outing!
melvinyscheah,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide, Mary was excellent, friendly, helpful and well informed. You will never be bored. Always entertaining and engaging!
Brilliant day
Oliver D,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brilliant day, incredible sights you cant go to china and not see ! (Take the cable car if you cant handle steep steps)
The best tour with marh
jorgecH176NW,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mary, you're incredible, the best guide I've ever had! Very professional, cheerful, and you truly make my stay in Beijing very pleasant. Thank you so much, never change. Jorge from Argentina
Fantastic
Corey J,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was awesome and my tour guide Mary took very good care of me. Had such a great time. The meal we had was amazing. I really needed it after going on the great wall. Learnt lots of information about china and the Ming dynasty.
Guide Mary really made my day.
JuRaUser,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a private tour with Mary and she was great. Friendly, supportive and very knowledgeable. I enjoyed my tour with her.
Bruce Lee is the best
deidreo403,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lee is the best , highly recommend this tour.
A wonderful day's experience.
G6286CWninat,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful day out with Murphy our tour guide who spoke very good English. He is very knowledgeable and helpful and made the day extremely successful..I would thoroughly recommend this tour of the Great Wall and Ming tombs.Lunch was tasty and we finished off with tea tasting where we learned about the different varieties of tea.
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