Mutianyu Great Wall Small Group Tour from Beijing with Guide

Recommended by 94% of travelers

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Beijing, China

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

Why travelers loved this

4.9

· Meilin_Z ·

May 2025

This trip was very well organised. I booked the day before and tour guide messaged me within a couple of minutes to confirm pickup details. He showed up right on time, drove really smoothly and even helped me sort out the cable car ride. Clean car and a great vibe :)

· Max_P ·

Jul 2025

Great experience in itself to go see the Great Wall but the amount of great care in the tour is amazing made going to the wall one of the greatest experiences ever. Super friendly tour guide which is key to having the best experience.

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Overview

Reaching Mutianyu Great Wall often involves shared buses and fixed schedules. However, this private day trip offers a more flexible alternative, with pickup from your Beijing hotel or airport and private transportation just for your group. Also, instead of navigating the site alone, a guide accompanies you, helping you make the most of your visit without the crowded experience of large tour groups.

Discover the beauty of Mutianyu Great Wall with a guide to navigate
Get there and back with ease: Private transfers are included
Learn as you walk, through guide commentary
No language barriers: Get help with purchasing tickets

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
English-speaking guide
Toll fees, fuel surcharge, and parking fees
Bottled water
Hotel or Pek Airport pick-up and drop-off
Our staff can assist with purchasing tickets to the Great Wall if needed
Photo assistance: Our driver is happy to help you take photos or group pictures at the scenic area.

Meals and personal expenses
Entrance fee - The entrance ticket and shuttle bus and Cable car or toboggan ride altogether

$30.00 per person
Entrance fee - Ming Tombs Enterance Fee(optional)

$10.00 per booking

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to your preferred meeting point, or request pickup.

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

center of beijing southwest of beijing：only fengtai district east of beijing：only chaoyang district

Meeting points

Select a meeting point

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Nanluoguxiang

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Qianmen Walking Street

2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Infants must sit on laps

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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 17 reviews

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Excellent team

Siva_V, Apr 2026

Thank you both so much for an unforgettable day. You made me feel so safe on the Wall and so 'blessed' to have met you Diana and John. Thank you for carrying my bag, taking those great photos, and being so patient while I navigated those slippery steps! I really enjoyed our lunch together. You aren't just my guide and driver—you are my Beijing family! ❤️

I was expecting an...

Tyler_S, Jan 2026

I was expecting an English speaking tour guide that would explain the history of the wall. Unfortunately he was unable to do the climb due to an injury. He sent a co-worker but unfortunately she didn’t speak much English.

Great time!

Nadya_P, Jan 2026

I had a great time at the Great Wall and my guide was very helpful with tips about the city, highly recommend!

Very kind, helpful,...

Anna_K, Sep 2025

Very kind, helpful, patient and responsible guide. Highly recommended! Thanks for the food recommendations, esp driving me to try out the tasty local BBQ fish.

Worth the trip, ticked it on the buck list

Harry_C, Aug 2025

The Great Wall of China has been on my bucket list. As a mountain climbing enthusiast, I had originally planned to hike the Jinshanling Great Wall, but it's been raining in Beijing lately, so I opted for a private tour. The guide was very thoughtful, providing water and an umbrella, and sharing a lot of history and information about the Great Wall along the way. We're both hikers, so we shared a lot of climbing experiences. Wayne's highest climb is 5,025 meters, while I climbed Kilimanjaro. He took care of me throughout the entire Great Wall climb. I highly recommend this itinerary and guide, and I'm so grateful. What a blessing to meet you again!

Best Balance of Price, Comfort, and Fun!

Luis_S, Aug 2025

Wayne made my brief solo visit to Beijing absolutely amazing! He picked me up from the airport and brought me back safely, taking all the stress out of my layover. He speaks excellent English, is thoughtful, supportive, and completely adapted the tour to my pace and timing. We visited the Great Wall with ease , no waiting in lines and everything was perfectly organized. A major highlight was the authentic local restaurant with top-quality Chinese food (very fresh and tasty), and the visit to a traditional tea house where I enjoyed a full tea class. It was the perfect cultural touch that made the experience complete. His car was super comfortable, and the whole tour felt smooth, relaxed, and personalized. For the quality of the experience, it was incredible value. I highly recommend Wayne. I’ll definitely be back!

Awesome tour learned so much from start to finish!!!

Max_P, Jul 2025

you should come

john_H, May 2025

You all should coming again. there are different parts of China wall in Beijing. I've seen olders just reach to top of the wall，Sure thing. Good tour and good service.

Great wall- i made it

Robin_C, May 2025

i love this trip!!! with amazing views, we've even seen the center of Beijing when we up to 15 watchtower!! highly recommend!!

A Perfect Day in Beijing (Great Wall of China and Ming Tombs)

Kwame_M, Apr 2025

We traveled to Beijing as a family, and visiting the Great Wall was a must. Our guide and driver Wayne who also happens to be the owner of the company was fantastic, funny and experienced. I appreciated the perfect balance Wayne provided by giving us the freedom to explore while handling all the planning with care and professionalism. In the morning, we took a cable car up to Tower 14 at Mutianyu, walked past the famous graffiti wall and climbed to the Hero Stone at Tower 20 for an incredible view. Afterward, we visited the Ming Tombs on the way back. The mountain scenery and ancient architecture were stunning, and exploring the underground palace with its ceremonial pottery and emperor’s coffins was fascinating. Instead of returning us to the hotel, Wayne kindly dropped us off at Nanluoguxiang, a lively historic street full of local culture and energy that we were eager to explore. It was the perfect way to end the day. Combining the Great Wall of China and the Ming Tombs in one trip is definitely a great choice. Highly recommend!

Awesome trip!

Tomas_H, Apr 2025

Such a great day! The guide Wayne is a super friendly and funny guy. He made everything really easy for us. The car was comfy, clean, and the whole trip felt super smooth. And the view is stunning and amazing when you up the watch tower that observe and defense Mongolia army in the past. Visiting the Wall a little bit crowds during the weekend day. So I recommend you guys come here better on weekdays. Totally worth it!

Smooth and Hassle-Free Great Wall Tour

Chris_J, Apr 2025

I had a long layover in Beijing and decided to book this Mutianyu Great Wall tour — best decision ever! Wayne was my tour guide&driver.He picked me up directly from the airport, which was super convenient. Everything was perfectly arranged: clean and comfortable car, plenty of time to explore the Wall, and no pressure or rush. Mutianyu is absolutely stunning and much less crowded than other parts of the Wall. The communication before and during the trip was excellent. If you’re looking for an easy, stress-free way to see the Great Wall during a layover, this is it. I would like recommended this tour and come to Beijing find Wayne.

Great tour

Amina_R, Apr 2025

My day at the Great Wall of China was incredible and a big part of that was thanks to Wayne. He arrived on time to pick me up from my hotel and made the entire trip smooth and enjoyable. I chose an early session, which worked out perfectly. The traffic was light and I got to explore before it got crowded, which made for some amazing photos. Wayne was friendly, professional and made sure everything went smoothly. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!

Historical experience on the wall

Peter_G, Nov 2025

Friendly and very historical knowledgeable guide. Helpful on the whole trip with tickets, cable car, shuttle buses, photos and the story of the wall. Due to the weather we did not quite reach the available top. Was subsequently guided to local restaurant with good local food with fresh fish. Generally a super guided tour of the wall.

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