Private Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall Day Tour

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Beijing, China

8 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Beijing is home to some of China’s most famous sights and this private full-day trip combines three must-see attractions into one tour. Stroll around the vast Tiananmen Square, marvel at the Imperial wonders of the Forbidden City, then ride the cable car along the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu. All-inclusive includes hotel pickup, lunch, and entrance fees.

Full-day private tour from Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, and Forbidden City
Learn more about Beijing’s history as you stroll around Tiananmen Square
Admire the UNESCO-listed monuments of the Forbidden City
Visit part of the famous Great Wall of China, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Great-value tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and round-trip transport
This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

What's Included

Private driver with Air-conditioned vehicle
Private knowledgable guide
Great wall round trip cable car or chairlift up and toboggan down
All taxes, parking fees, toll and handling charges
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Gratuities ( Recommend for excellent service )
Lunch fee ( Guide recommend restaurant based on your request )

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The hotel pick-up and drop off area should be within the 4th ring road of Beijing. For further distance, there might be an extra cost for the transfer which you'll be notified by your travel advisor.

Itinerary

Your tour begins with pickup from your Beijing hotel at a time of your choosing (typically between 8am - 8.30am). Traveling by private vehicle, head straight to the first stop of the day - Tiananmen Square, right in the heart of Beijing.

Jump out to walk around the vast public space, the largest city square in the world, with space for up to one million people. As you stroll around the grand square, learn more about its importance throughout history and hear about the many significant political events that have taken place there over the years.

Continue on foot to the Forbidden City, once the epicenter of the Imperial City and the largest ancient palace complex in the world. Follow your guide on a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage site, admiring the palatial buildings and cultural relics that date back to the Ming and Qing dynasties.

After visiting the Forbidden City, set out on the around 1.5-hour journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall.

On arrival at Mutianyu, listen as your guide offers some background information about the famous wall — a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the Seven Wonders of the World — then enjoy around 2 hours to explore. Choose to ride the chairlift to Tower 6, returning by toboggan, or take the cable car to Tower 14 (recommended for those nervous of heights), and walk along part of the wall, taking in the spectacular views.

On the way back to Beijing, enjoy a short photo stop at the Olympic stadium, where the 2008 Olympics were held, then finish your tour with drop-off at your hotel around 5pm (depending on pickup time).

Beijing

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Tiananmen Square (Tiananmen Guangchang)

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Monument of the People's Heroes (Pass By)

National Museum Of China (Pass By)

Great Hall of the People (Renmin Dahuitang) (Pass By)

Chairman Mao Memorial Hall (Maozhuxi Jiniantang) (Pass By)

Forbidden City-The Palace Museum

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Meridian Gate (Wu Men) (Pass By)

Hall of Preserving Harmony (Baohedian) (Pass By)

Hall of Great Harmony (Taihe Dian) (Pass By)

The Imperial Garden of The Palace Museum (Pass By)

Jingshan Park (Pass By)

Mutianyu Great Wall

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Beijing

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 9 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants for getting your Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance
Not wheelchair accessible
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, some of them may need pay
For last minute booking , if no guide available , we can full refund or change the tour to another day

Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
If you choose to have Spanish, French , German ,Italian language tour guide service, please ensure to make your booking at least 3 days in advance
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 35 reviews

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Very professional guide,...

Alexei_C, Sep 2024

Very professional guide, excellent arrangements, perfect combination of Great wall and Forbidden City tours

Outstanding Tour!

Susan_S, Apr 2024

What a fantastic tour! Our guide Jenny was just outstanding. We can’t thank her enough for making our day so delightful and informative. It’s a very full day and well worth having the individualized attention that you are given. We highly recommend this tour!!

Amazing tour with April

Helena_M, Jan 2020

We had an incredible tour with April. I was worried that visiting both the Forbidden City and Great Wall of China in one day might be too much and perhaps too rushed given the distance. Nevertheless, due to the low season, there were hardly any queues or tourist crowds, and we spent a wonderful time walking around the imperial city and later on Mutianyu Great Wall. April was very friendly, engaging and extremely knowledgeable about the sites we visited. I travelled with my 10yo daughter and April made the tour very interesting also for her and answered all of her questions in a very attentive way. This tour exceeded our expectations, and we highly recommend April!

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Thank you for selecting Leo’s Private Tours and for your fantastic review. We are committed to providing private tour services in Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, and Hangzhou. While we understand that private tours may have fewer participants compared to group tours, we firmly believe that the quality of private tours surpasses that of group tours. Despite the potential for higher costs, we believe that the personalized experience of a private trip is well worth it. We consistently strive to offer high-quality private tours to ensure an exceptional experience for our guests.

Awesome Experience!

Felix_C, Oct 2019

This was an excellent tour to see the three major points of interest in Beijing. Our tour guide, Susan, was excellent! Our tour guide was very friendly, knowledgeable, and had excellent English. I been to many tours around the world and this one was one of the best ones I have been on. Having the private tour was well worth the premium over group tours. Our driver would drop us off close to the point of interest and would be waiting to pick us up. The Great Wall at Mutianyu is a great place to see the wall. We were in Beijing for only 48 hours, and this tour was the highlight of the trip.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Welcome to Leo's Private Tours! We pride ourselves on offering unparalleled private tour services across key destinations in China, including Beijing, Shanghai, Xi’an, Chengdu, Zhangjiajie, Guilin, and Hangzhou. While our private tours may come at a premium compared to group alternatives, we are firm believers in the unmatched quality and personalized experiences they provide. At Leo's Private Tours, we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our guests. Our goal is to ensure that every traveler enjoys a memorable and tailored experience that exceeds expectations. From exploring iconic landmarks to discovering hidden gems, our private tours promise unforgettable adventures curated to perfection. Choose Leo's Private Tours for an unforgettable journey through China's cultural wonders and natural beauty. Experience the difference of personalized service and discover the true essence of travel with us.

I booked the one-day private Beijing...

Anthony B, May 2017

I booked the one-day private Beijing tour that included Tianemen Square, the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. Barry was my guide and Henry was the driver. They were awesome! Very knowledgeable and friendly. The tour moved at my pace, and Barry took the pics of me in front of the coolest spots. This guy is quite the photographer! It was a great day we had a great lunch and they even taught me how to bargain for my souvenirs. I would recommend a private tour anytime over the whole cattle car tourist bus. And I would definitely recommend Barry and Henry!

Highly recommend this tour for...

Gisela_M, Feb 2017

Highly recommend this tour for anyone who is pressed for time. I only had 36 hours in Beijing during and overnight layover on a business trip. Had it not been for this tour, it wouldn't have been possible. I was able to not only hit all the major attractions but learn about them as well. My tour guide was fantastic! She was prompt and made it an incredible experience. The Forbidden City was also such a terrific place. The history, the beauty, the tradition, all very surreal, and worthwhile. Highlight of course is the Great Wall, which we took a chair lift up and toboggan down!! Amazing views from the top but walking the wall is not for the unfit. It surely is challenging and my guide was there every step of the way and climbing alongside. It's not everyday you get to cross out a 7th Wonder of the World off your bucket list, you don't want to miss this.