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 Small 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‘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
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
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.
Options
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
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
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.
Private Tour from hotel : Hotel pick up and drop offfor hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing, it is a private tour
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
Reviews
796 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Had an amazing tour with Aurora
Marissa W,
Sep 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing time on our tour and would highly recommend to anyone considering. Our tour guide Aurora was so kind, knowledgeable and fun. We learned so much from her throughout the day and she really made the experience for us. We loved our experience and highly recommend!
Not to be missed
MTP T,
Sep 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00After a very prompt pick-up and introduction we headed out of Beijing in a very clean and comfortable car. We had a wonderful and memorable day with our guide and driver on our trip to the great wall of China and the summer palace. Our guide was fluent in all the subject matter of the wall and palace and was most professional and courteous. Susan is a great representative for her profession and China. We were brought to a traditional Chinese restaurant for a fantastic buffet lunch. Thank you all for a great day.
Highly Recommended Private Tour
Marc M,
Sep 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00We enjoyed a comprehensive private tour with excellent explanations provided by Edward and a very courteous driver, Mr. Su. The itinerary covered all the main sights, and they also suggested additional activities that allowed us to gain a deeper understanding of the area and Chinese culture. We highly recommend this experience.
Great Wall and Summer palace with Sherry
Shahabuddin L,
Jun 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00Entire trip was amazing!!!! Hotel pickup was smooth. Sherry, our guide, was super chill and easy going. Her knowledge is impeccable. Dong, our driver, was super punctual and made sure we were comfortable. We went up to the wall on a chairlift. Our guide, Sherry, took us to some interesting spots to take amazing pics. After we left the Great Wall, had lunch. Food was good. American Chinese so we were happy about that. After an hour and a half drive later, we got to the Summer Palace. What a beauty!!!!! Highly recommend the tour and Sherry as the guide…
Cindy is Awesome & so is this tour
Madison B,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00First and foremost, shoutout to my guide Cindy for being very kind, professional, knowledgeable, and overall great. She truly made the experience five stars. Her humor, her insight, her in depth details, her personal stories all made the historical sites all the more meaningful. It was awesome as a solo woman to get this private tour and transport, compared to how most other tours are jam packed buses with enormous group sizes on a tight schedule. Instead, I got to take my time at my own pace! We spent however long I wanted in whatever place, whether be the Great Wall or the jade store or lunch or Summer Palace… it was exactly how I wanted to experience the day.
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