Forbidden City+Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Tour

Beijing, China

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Choose this small-group tour to visit Beijing's top highlights in one day: the Forbidden City and the Mutianyu Great Wall. Explore the grandeur of the Forbidden City, then enjoy breathtaking views as you hike along a less crowded section of the Great Wall built during the Ming dynasty. Benefit from hotel pickup, a professional English-speaking guide, and a buffet lunch near the wall for a hassle-free experience.

Easily tick off Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall in one day
Hassle-free: Hotel pickup service, professional guide, gourmet lunch
Small group ensures a more personal experience
Explore the Great Wall's watchtowers and Ming dynasty architecture

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional English-speaking guide
hotel pick up service or specified hotels pick service
Lunch

Buffet lunch near the wall
Admission to the Mutianyu Great Wall
Admission to the Forbidden City
Internal shuttle bus tickets at the Great Wall

Tips for your tour guide and driver ( Highly recommended for good service)
Cable car tickets

CN¥140.00 per person
Chairlift up and slide down tickets

CN¥140.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Meeting point

Regent Beijing
99 Jin Bao Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100005
By DiDi taxi, please set the destination as “ Beijing Regent“ By local taxi, please show “ 请带北京丽晶酒店”to the taxi driver.

End point

Wangfujing Pedestrian Street
WC66+9GP, Wang Fu Jing Da Jie, Dong Cheng Qu, Bei Jing Shi, China, 100006

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

The Palace Museum

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mutianyu Great Wall

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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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

5.0

based on 7 reviews

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We had a wonderful day...

attar, May 2026

We had a wonderful day visiting the Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall. There weren’t many tourists at the scenic spots, so we really enjoyed our tour. Our guide Alice and driver Master Chu provided excellent and thoughtful service throughout the trip. They were professional, attentive and did their utmost to make our journey pleasant. We are totally satisfied and highly recommend this tour!

Great experience

Rafael_X, May 2026

I had a great experience having Joe being my guide for the day. We went in the morning to forbidden city where he explained everything about the dynasty history as well later in the afternoon when we went to the Great Wall. Lunch was included.

Amazing service

Luis_O, Apr 2026

Amber was amazing! She made sure we were safe and got inside on time. Our driver was kind and friendly. He provided water!

Smooth, efficient sightseeing day with Wendy

Thomas_W, Aug 2025

We had a great visit to the Forbidden City and the Great Wall with Wendy. Her deep experience was very useful to help us efficiently navigate the queues and routes at each attraction. She was flexible on the itinerary to meet the needs of my family. She enthusiastically shared details of history, culture, and daily life in Beijing. Highly recommended!

Unforgettable Day in Beijing – 10/10 Experience!

Corina_S, Jul 2025

We had the most incredible private tour of Tian’anmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, and we owe it all to our phenomenal team: driver Chu and tour guide Joe! From the moment we were picked up, everything was seamless. Chu kept us comfortable all day with cold bottled water from a cooler (a lifesaver in the summer heat!), and he navigated the city with calm efficiency. Joe was simply outstanding, extremely knowledgeable, incredibly kind, and so generous with his time. We asked a LOT of questions throughout the day and he answered every single one with patience, clarity, and insight. His passion for Chinese history and culture came through in every story and detail he shared. The itinerary was efficient but never rushed, we got a deep, personal look at each iconic site without battling the crowds or feeling like we were on a strict schedule. This private tour exceeded every expectation. If you’re considering it, book it. Joe and Chu made it a highlight of our trip to China! Can’t recommend enough!