Mutianyu Great Wall, Tiananmen Square & Forbidden City Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the ancient Mutianyu Great Wall
- Visit the historic Tiananmen Square
- Discover the Forbidden City's imperial treasures
- Enjoy panoramic views of Beijing's skyline
- Learn about China's rich history and culture
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Beijing hotels
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Mutianyu Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, and Forbidden City
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
On arrival at Beijing Capital International Airport or hotel, you'll see your driver and tour guide holding a card with your name: they'll help you with your bags as you hop into the climate-controlled vehicle. It takes about an hour to drive to one of the most famous landmarks in the world, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Great Wall. Less crowded than the Great Wall at Badaling, the Great Wall at Mutianyu is famous for its beautiful surroundings, with forest-clad hills and fresh mountain air. Enjoy a couple of hours hiking along the fully restored wall with your guide. Cable car up and toboggan to slide down would bring be more interesting for your trip.
Enjoy an authentic Chinese lunch at a nearby restaurant before driving into the city. The journey takes around an hour and 40 minutes, traffic depending. Your first stop will be the world's largest city square: Tiananmen Square. Your guide will show you the Great Hall of the People, China's answer to the Capitol, the gigantic National Museum of China, and the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall, where the revolutionary leader's remains are preserved for posterity.
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From here, it's about a 15-minute walk to the UNESCO-listed Forbidden City, Beijing's imperial palace and home to almost 600 years of history. Between 1420 and 1912 no fewer than 24 emperors, both Ming and Qing, ruled from here. You'll spend a couple of hours here with your guide, discovering highlights from entrance halls to private quarters, gardens, and museums. At the end of your tour, your driver and guide will drop you back at the airport in good time for your onward flight. Please note: the Forbidden City is closed on Monday. On this day, you'll visit the UNESCO-listed Summer Palace and Great Wall day tour instead. The Summer Palace was emperors' lakeside summer retreat.
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Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Be prepared for a full day of walking and exploration.
- Confirm your hotel pickup time and location upon booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking views and historical sites.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Infants Required On Laps
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Chinese tourists( including Taiwan and Hongkong ) must book over 8 days in advance.
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance)
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Toboggan unavailable for guests over 60, pregnant women and children under 3, as well as in bad weather or long queues. Round-trip chairlift/cable car available instead.
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport is required for all travelers on the day of travel for direct entry. (not for Chinese tourist)
Traveler reviews
This is absolutely incredible experience and a must do!
From the very beginning of booking this tour it has been a 5 star experience. Nancy our tour guide and host was exceptional. Nancy was really a extended member of our family for the day and ensured my two daughters were absolutely included and we were all amazed by her knowledge and experience in all 3 landmarks of the tour. If you’re looking for a private tour this is the one for you! Thanks from the Smiths of Australia
Amazing experience!
I had a great tour with Bruce, who was incredibly friendly and provided clear, engaging explanations about the history of Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Great Wall. I truly enjoyed every moment of this experience!
We had a wonderful...
We had a wonderful experience with our Viator tour, all thanks to our guide Lucy. She spoke excellent English, which made it very easy for us to understand everything and ask questions along the way. What really stood out was her patience—she took the time to answer all our questions without ever rushing us. Lucy is incredibly knowledgeable about both her job and the history and culture of China. She shared so many interesting insights that made each place we visited even more meaningful. She also ensured we visited all the attractions included in our ticket without any hassle, and everything was well-organized from start to finish. We truly enjoyed the entire experience and would highly recommend Lucy and the Lily Tour Company to anyone planning a tour.
Beijing trip
The tour guide -Wendy picked us up at hotel in comfortable car with friendly driver. Our tour guide Wendy was absolutely fantastic ,warm and incredibly knowledgeable with English speaking. The tour was well organized and can smoothly. We feel incredibly fortunate to have Wendy as our guide.😍
Wonderful experience
I had such a great time ! I had a 13h stop in Pekin so I wanted to see the most famous monuments of the city and I choose this tour. I do not regret it ! My driver was on time to pick me up at the airport and bring me to my guide Maggie. She was such a wonderful guide and I learnt many things. Also it was snowing all day so we were almost alone on the great wall, so special! I highly recommend this tour and Maggie as a guide.