Full Day Guided Exploration of Beijing Badaling Great Wall

Recommended by 100% of travelers

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Beijing, China

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

Overview

The Great Wall at Badaling is one of the most iconic stretches of wall outside Beijing, but it’s slow and time-consuming to reach using public transportation. Enjoy a smooth trip and a seamless experience on this package which includes a Chinese-speaking driver, entrance tickets, and the cable car to and from the wall. Upgrade to benefit from the personalized insights of your own private guide.

Set the pace that suits you, not the group, on this private tour
Capture magical photos of the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Great Wall
Choose between a range of departure times to suit your body clock
Get picked up and dropped off at your Beijing hotel for total peace of mind

What's Included

English-speaking tour guide
Private air-conditioned vehicle
Admission tickets
Bottled water
Hotel pickup and drop-off services are available within the 5th ring zone of Beijing city

Gratuities(Recommeded)
Round-trip cable car ride (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

The driver and tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby (the pick-up time is based on your reservation)

Itinerary

The Great Wall at Badaling

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
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

5.0

based on 16 reviews

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It is definetely worth...

Izak_O, May 2026

It is definetely worth taking a guided tour to the Great Wall. Our guide James was very knowledgeable and professional, and spoke good English. Recommended.

As Ominous as Expected

GERALD_M, Apr 2026

Wonderful visit to the Great Wall. Tour guide did a good job sharing her vast knowledge of the history and Geography of the wall. We finished the tour with great appreciation for the monumental achievement, the good people of China VIATOR snd our wonderful tour guide. Thank you Linda.