Private Beijing Day Trip: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Overview
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9 hours
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Join this one day private Beijing day trip to the Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs. Lunch, attraction entrance fees and private transfer are all inclusive in this tour.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
If you choose to have different language tour guide other than English or Chinese one, please ensure to make your booking at least 3 days in advance
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please choose to visit one of the Tomb or Sacred Way at Ming Tombs.
Please wear comfortable walking shoes as a moderate amount of walking is involved
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
What To Expect
Mutianyu Great Wall
Your driver and guide will pick you up from your Beijing city hotel at 8:00am. It takes about 1.5 hours to the Wall from downtown Beijing. The Great Wall at Mutianyu is a little further from Beijing than the most popular section at Badaling, but it doesn't get as crowded. This section of the Wall is fully restored, there are hand rails to help you up on the very steep parts and the views are spectacular.
Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
After a nice lunch at local Chinese restaurants, we will visit the Ming Tombs. Ming Tombs are mausoleums of thirteen emperors of the Ming dynasty. It is the largest clusters of imperial cemeteries in China.Since 1409 with the construction of Changling Tomb for Emperor Zhu Di, the Ming Tombs was completed in 1644 when the Emperor Chongzhen was buried in Siling Tomb. There are three parts are opened to public, the Sacred Way, Changling Tomb and Dingling Tomb. The Sacred Way is the first attraction of Ming Tombs,which is a main way leading to the thirteen imperial tombs inside the scenic area. The two lines of stone lifelike sculptures (12 beasts and 6 officials) on both sides are the highlight of the Sacred Way which are quite popular with visitors. Among the Ming Tombs,Changling is the largest, earliest and most magnificent with best preserved found constructions. Dingling is the only one that the underground palace was excavated. You will visit one of them based on your interests. After finishing your trip to Great Wall and the Ming Tombs, you will be transferred back to your hotel.
Options
English/Chinese Speaking Guide
English Speaking Guide : The tour guide can speak English and Mandarin. Pickup included
German/Italian Speaking Guide
German or Italian Speaking tour guide available. Pickup included
Spanish/French Speaking Guide
French/Spanish Speaking Guide: French or Speaking tour guide is available, please kindly make your booking at least 3 days in advance. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Entrance fees(one section of the the Ming Tombs)
Transport by private vehicle
A local lunch
Cable car/toboggan tickets for the Great Wall
Gratuities
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
116 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Couple from Costa Rica
Evaristo B,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent one day private tour, our tour guide Lisa was amazing, professional, and accommodating, thanks for the great experience!. Starting early is a must to avoid the crowds at the wall, you will have plenty time for photos and to explore as many towers as you want on your own. Lunch buffet was the best, great food selection and it was tasty. Transportation was good and comfortable, as well as a very good driver. We closed the day with an optional acrobatic show which we also recommend! Overall 10 out of 10.
mutianyu day trip
Navigate59793745017,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Taking the BusDa special line is highly efficient! Depart from Exit B, Heping West Bridge Station at 07:30, arriving at Mutianyu in about 1.5 hours directly. Tickets and shuttle bus are included, with no queuing. You have 4 hours to visit from 09:00 to 13:00. Take the cable car to Tower 14 and hike the popular west section (Towers 14–20). Tower 15 is a filming spot of If You Are the One, and Tower 20 offers stunning panoramic views. For more adventure, take the chairlift up and slide down. Entrance ticket ¥45, round-trip cable car ¥140, chairlift + slide ¥140. No shopping stops. Return at 13:00, enjoying the magnificent Great Wall comfortably.
The Great Wall of China
nataliaoM7565MT,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We have had amazing experience with the guide Ling :) she picked us up from the hotel and dropped off after the trip. The day was super enjoyable and fun experience. Fully recommended if u want to visit the Great Wall of China and u have limited time.
Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs
victoriapA468YN,Nov 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Felix was and excellent private tour guide, he had a lot of knowledge to share. The tour ran smoothly and I got some fantastic pictures of the Great Wall of China.
Amazing experience at the great walk of china
B9087EZdiegos,Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, great hospitality, the guide was very kind and friendly, can’t wait to go back again! High recommended.
A great experience
nooott,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Sally! Visiting the Great Wall and Ming Tombs, everything went super smooth. We did not even need to queue anywhere. Sally shared a lot of interesting information for us of the places we visited and the things we saw. A warm recommendation for this tour!
Great Wall and Fairytale Ming Tombs
800albert83,Sep 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Private tour with guide and driver. The guide Lory spoke perfect Italian and was very knowledgeable and nice. Great tour!!!! Highly recommended
Chill and flexible tour
915andreean,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour with them, very flexible with the timing and everything, easily adapting to our needs. Comfortable transportation. I’d choose them again for sure in the future, cause I’m coming back here:)
The Great wall
Departure07019804983,Aug 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visiting the Great Wall was a truly unforgettable experience, made even more special by our amazing driver and guide. From the moment we met her, she went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and enjoying every moment. She took her time to explain everything clearly, brought us water, and even offered to take photos of us — she knew all the best angles and tricks to get great shots! It was such a thoughtful and personal touch that made the day even better. What stood out the most was her kindness and genuine care. She was incredibly sweet, patient, and made us feel like more than just tourists. It truly felt like we were being shown around by a friend who wanted us to have the best experience possible.
Great Wall and Ming Tombs
laurafD9216NK,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful day with Yuan, visited beautiful places (Great Wall and Ming tombs), exhaustive explanations in excellent Italian.
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