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Discover the stories behind Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City during a small-group walking tour in Beijing. Explore all the key sites including the Imperial Garden, and discover fun facts about the Ming and Qing dynasties from your guide. Alternatively, explore Jingshan Park, where you can enjoy panoramic views of Beijing's cityscape, including an unparalleled view of the Forbidden City, instead of Tiananmen Square.

Eat your way around Beijing’s old "hutong" alleyways and courtyards on a small-group tour. Enjoy several food stops at tucked-away restaurants and homes you wouldn’t find by yourself. Sample staples such as Beijing hotpot, noodles, beef buns, and spring pancakes. Learn about local cuisine over unlimited beers and soda, and enjoy a stop at a local brewery, with a pint of craft beer included. Make sure to bring your appetite.

Getting to the Great Wall at Mutianyu by public transport involves two buses and a metro, while group tours are often rushed. Experience one of the world’s true seven wonders in style on a private door-to-door tour that’s tailor-made for families. Ride the cable car up, then hike with your guide and capture timeless pictures. Race to the bottom on the toboggan slide.

Book this small-group tour of both the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square in Beijing for a hassle-free experience. There will be crowds, so it’s best to go with a guide who organizes your tickets and shows you the best ways to explore each place. You are in a small, intimate group, so there is plenty of attention from your guide and lots of time to ask questions.

It can be easy to get lost in Beijing—especially if exploring its narrow maze-like hutongs—so make life easy for yourself with this small-group walking tour. The guide takes care of navigating, so there’s no need for maps, and along the way, you can see historical hutongs, ancient landmarks, and hidden places that you’d likely miss on solo explorations.

The Mutianyu Great Wall is one of China’s most popular stretches of wall, but getting there independently is tough. Skip the stress and enjoy ample time to explore at your own pace when you book this group tour, which leaves Beijing earlier than many trips. Book transportation only, or upgrade to add tickets: You can also include an authentic local lunch.

See the best of Beijing plus the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu on a small-group tour that focuses on the attractions and avoids the traps of many sightseeing tours. With a guide who provides in-depth commentary and shows you the best photo ops, visit Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City (or the Summer Palace on Mondays), and hike the Great Wall with either a round-trip cable car or chairlift and toboggan.

See three of the top attractions in and around Beijing with a guide on this full-day private tour to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. Private transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off is included, as well as entrance fees, lunch, and a ticket for the round-trip cable car or the chairlift and toboggan ride at the Great Wall.

With this private walking tour, you can discover many Beijing food specialties that tourists usually miss out on. Rather than having language barriers, enjoy having a private guide to show you around and recommend the best dishes to eat. Best of all, to keep the experience as effortless as possible, food and drink tastings are included, such as noodles, beer, and soup dumplings.

Beijing's hutongs (narrow lanes) can be tricky to navigate alone. To make things simple, this small-group tour helps you cover ground easily thanks to handy electric scooters (or bicycles—your choice) and a guide leading the way. As you ride, learn about local life and culture, and discover hidden gems that many travelers miss. Sample street food and try out traditional games to discover a hidden side to Beijing that most people miss.

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Reaching the Mutianyu Great Wall by public transport is challenging: It’s not uncommon for scammers to misdirect travelers altogether. Make life easier with a choice of packages, either by bus from a central location or by private car from your hotel. Book bus transfers with entry tickets, or add lunch; upgrade for a private tour with lunch and your choice of two guided hikes or free time at the wall.

Skip the expense of private transfers and the stress of negotiating public transit and enjoy a comfortable visit to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a popular section of the world-famous ancient barricade. Get a first-hand peek at parapets and watchtowers set into a rugged landscape—without any time-wasting shopping stops. Tours include return bus fares, entry fees, and shuttle bus but exclude cable car or toboggan tickets; upgrade for a buffet lunch.

Whether you’re in Beijing for business or pleasure, you don’t want to miss out on the Great Wall. Save time and energy on this private half-day tour. Traveling direct from your door, explore the Great Wall at Mutianyu with your private guide, with the option to add cable car or toboggan tickets, for maximum efficiency. You can also add airport drop-off for an additional fee.

Make the most of your layover in Beijing and visit the Mutianyu Great Wall. Enjoy the comfort of a personalized Beijing airport pick-up by an English-speaking driver, and travel to the authentically restored Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China. Guests have the opportunity to step back in time and walk the Great Wall, after which they return to the airport to continue their adventures.

Discover the beauty of the Summer Palace with ease, thanks to this convenient admission package. Instead of waiting in long ticket lines, you can save time and get in quicker. Also, if you’re keen to learn more about the palace’s history, you can upgrade to a package with a tour included as well as transportation options if you need them.

Visit one of the New 7 Wonders of the World—the Great Wall of China—during your time in Beijing with this private tour. After pickup from your hotel, head directly to the Mutianyu Great Wall (famed for its watchtowers, abundance of natural scenery, and for its comparative lack of crowds). Explore at your own pace (and, if you wish, pay extra for the cable car and toboggan services). At the end of the tour, return to Beijing.

Cover four of Beijing’s UNESCO World Heritage sites on one trip thanks to this 8-hour private tour. Visit iconic Chinese landmarks like Tiananmen Square, the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and the Forbidden City. All site entrance fees, private guide, roundtrip hotel transport, and lunch are included.

See three of Beijing’s top cultural and historical highlights on this full-day tour. Stroll amid the grandeur of Tiananmen Square; marvel at the architecture at the Forbidden City; and see the verdant splendor that surrounds the Badaling section of the Great Wall. Alongside your local guide, learn about the rich history and distinctive culture of China and enjoy convenient round-trip transportation from select Beijing hotels.

The Mutianyu Great Wall is one of the most beautiful and popular sections of the Great Wall—it was here that Michelle Obama visited. This private tour includes pickup from Beijing Capital Airport or your Beijing hotel, with private transport to and from the wall, allowing you to make the most of your Beijing layover and return in time for your flight.

Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Summer Palace on a private tour from Beijing that takes care of your transportation and entrance fees. The Mutianyu portion of the Great Wall draws less visitors, meaning a less crowded experience with great photo opportunities. At the Summer Palace, walk through history as you stroll through gardens and temples.

Sprawling across 743 acres (301 hectares) of lake and garden, the Summer Palace was designed to keep the imperial court entertained through Beijing’s long, hot summers. Go with a private guide to steer you to the highlights of this vast expanse, and beat the long lines by prebooking this convenient door-to-door tour.

Discover the stunning Mutianyu Great Wall on this fully private and flexible day tour. Choose from three upgrade options — English-speaking Guide, Private Driver, or VIP Fast Pass — to create your perfect experience. Enjoy the freedom of flexible departures between 6:30 AM and 1:30 PM, allowing you to avoid crowds and customize your schedule. Our private vehicle takes you directly to the Great Wall with our VIP Fast Pass (available as an option), skipping the long shuttle bus queues and saving you up to 60-90 minutes. Ride the Chair lift up and experience the thrilling toboggan slide down. This less-crowded section of the Great Wall offers breathtaking views and a more authentic atmosphere. Lunch is not included, but you can easily add a delicious meal on-site. Choose from a variety of Chinese or Western options (dumplings, local specialties, pasta, salads, etc.) with stunning Great Wall.