Private Full-Day Tour of Beijing and Mutianyu Great Wall





Duration
7 hours to 8 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English, Mandarin Chinese
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Shanghai
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
Immerse yourself in Chinese history and culture on this guided private excursion to Mutianyu Great Wall, Drum Tower, Hou Hai Hutong plus an impressive Acrobatics Show. After a convenient hotel pickup, Appreciate the profound history and the amazing natural scenery at the Mutianyu Great Wall; Enjoy an excellent view of drumming performance at Drum Tower; Walk along Hutong, tasting snacks and experiencing the street life. In the evening, we will enjoy an Excellent performance of traditional acrobatics at Chaoyang Theatre. 1. Go on a guided hike at Mutianyu Great Wall and admire picturesque views 2. Cable car up and toboggan down are included to save your time and energy 3. Lunch and traditional snacks are included, with vegetarian options available 4. Learn about local insights, history, and geography from your guide 5. Make the most of limited time with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
Included
Cable car up and toboggan down at Mutianyu Great Wall
Private transportation
Lunch
Local traditional snacks in Hutong
Professional tour guide
Not included
Dinner
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
3 hoursAdmission included
Stop 1
The Mutianyu Great Wall is less well-known to tourists but with scenery that can rival against any section of the Great Wall. It is currently the longest section and has a high reputation. Surrounded by lush forests, Mutianyu Great Wall not only teaches you a wonderful Chinese history lesson, but also brings you closer to nature. Decorated by blooming flowers in spring and summer, golden leaves in fall, and blanketed with snow in winter, the grandeur of Mutianyu Great Wall is to be taken in at all seasons. Things to do on the Mutianyu Great Wall: walk along the pathway with dense watchtowers and fortresses and feel its profound history; indulge yourself in the Mutianyu Great Wall; opt to take a cable car ride to soar over the Mutianyu Great Wall; enjoy the excitement of a toboggan ride winding through mountains.
Stop 2
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 2
The Drum Tower was equipped with bronze clepsydras and drums that were beaten to mark the hours. The drum was beaten quickly for 18 times and then slowly for 18 times to mark the hour. You have the opportunity to climb to the top of Drum tower for an excellent view of drumming performance which lasts for 20 minutes.
Stop 3
30 minutes
Stop 3
Houhai, which literally means "Back Sea", is a large artificial lake in northern downtown Beijing. There were many wine shops, workshops, and opera stages in ancient times. Nowadays, it is open to all. We will stroll along Lotus Lane in the Back Lakes (Houhai) area, see its night-time bars and lake waters, taste some local traditional snacks and take in the historical Yandaixiejie Hutong and Nanluoguxiang Hutong.
Stop 4
30 minutes
Stop 4
Know as Yandai Xiejie in Chinese, the Yandaixie Street is one of the oldest hutongs in Beijing. Located in the Xicheng District, it is close to the Shichahai which are famous attractions in Beijing. Since the olden days, Yandaixiejie Street has been one of the most flourishing commercial areas in Beijing. The stores are closely packed along the street and a wide variety of souvenirs with Beijing characteristics can be found there.
Stop 5
30 minutes
Stop 5
Nanluoguxiang Hutong is known for its authentic Beijing atmosphere. The age-old siheyuans, archways, wall carvings, and former residences of socialites can be found there. Today there has been an unprecedented fusion of East and West in Nanluoguxiang Hutong, where new pubs and restaurants have given it an urban appearance.
Stop 6
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 6
Chinese acrobatics, with its long history, has been praised as "The Pearl of Oriental Art". A successful acrobatics show demands superb skills and hard training from the artists. Their amazing performances are sure to impress. Excellent performance of traditional acrobatics in a modern stage setting — this is the key to Chaoyang Theatre's fame. At the theater, You will watch bicycle acrobatics, ballet, hoop jumping, ball skills, contortion, and Chinese magic tricks.
Additional Info
Wheelchair Accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Pets Welcome
Service animals allowed
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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