Private Tour
Off the Beaten Path: Lakeside Great Wall & Summer Palace Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
This tour offers a refreshing escape from the typical tourist routes, combining iconic beauty with hidden charm for a truly memorable day in Beijing.
Instead of crowded sections, you’ll explore the serene Huanghuacheng Great Wall—a rare lakeside stretch where ancient walls meet tranquil waters. With fewer visitors and stunning natural scenery, it’s perfect for those seeking a peaceful, authentic Great Wall experience.
Then, step into imperial elegance at the Summer Palace, where you’ll stroll through classical gardens, admire historic architecture, and soak in the beauty of Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill.
What truly sets this tour apart is its perfect balance of “wild” and “refined”—from untouched Wall ruins to UNESCO-listed royal gardens—along with flexible pacing, personalized service, and insider insights from your expert guide. It’s not just sightseeing, but a deeper, more meaningful way to experience Beijing.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Beijing
You will be picked up from your hotel in Beijing city center by private car and guide with your name paper.
Summer Palace
Your personal guide will pickup at hotel lobby in the morning. Then relax in comfortable private vehicle in about 40mins drive to the biggest and well preserved royal garden in China-Summer Palace. Step into a world of imperial elegance at the magnificent Summer Palace, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece and one of Beijing’s most breathtaking highlights. Wander along the iconic Long Corridor, admire the serene beauty of Kunming Lake, and take in panoramic views from Longevity Hill. Once a royal retreat for emperors, this stunning garden blends natural scenery with exquisite architecture. It’s the perfect escape from the city—peaceful, picturesque, and unforgettable. Don’t miss the chance to experience this timeless treasure on your Beijing journey.
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Bottled water
Including all the entrance ticket to Great Wall and Summer Palace with Tower of Fragrant Buddha
Taste Local Food and Beers from a Local Chinese Restaurant
Licensed English speaking tour guide
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Cable at Great Wall
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Guided Tour
Car+Guide+Ticket+Lunch: This option is inclusive of private car with guide, entrance ticket, lunch & beers.
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Perfect experience
ViliStraj,Jan 2, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We visited the Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City. Our guide Coco was very kind but also very professional. We learned a lot of new information and saw beautiful places.We definitely recommend :)
Great Hiking Experience
dannyfritz,Dec 12, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with our guide on The Great Wall. The weather was perfect and our guide was super knowledgeable about all facts and history of The Great Wall. His passion for The Great Wall was very clearly evident and made the excursion that much better. We threw tons of questions at him and he answered every one of them. He chose a very fun restaurant and tasty dishes for us to eat. The car was very clean and they provided water and bananas for us. He was very personable and we would highly recommend this tour.
Nice Photo guaranteed
Dianashangguan,Nov 20, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely day with 5h+ hiking along the Great Wall! Our guide David took tons of amazing photos for us. :)
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