Private Tour: Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall and Temple of Heaven

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About this activity

Enjoy a hassle-free private day tour of Beijing’s two iconic landmarks, with your choice of Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall to suit your preference.

Start with your Great Wall pick: opt for Mutianyu’s well-preserved watchtowers and lush, crowd-free vistas, or Badaling’s iconic, historically significant stretch. Round-trip cable car rides are included to ease your exploration of this ancient marvel. Afterward, refuel with a included authentic Chinese lunch before heading to the Temple of Heaven—a UNESCO World Heritage Site where emperors prayed for good harvests. Marvel at its intricate imperial architecture and uncover age-old rituals with the help of a knowledgeable English-speaking guide.

This all-inclusive tour covers all entrance tickets, cable car fares, and lunch—no hidden costs. A dedicated English-speaking guide and driver will accompany you throughout, ensuring a flexible, personalized experience tailored to your pace.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Discover Beijing Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Private tour
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off( For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City)
Included: Lunch
Included: Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket
Included: English speaking tour guide
Included: Transport by private vehicle
Included: Entrance Fee

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Temple of Heaven

one hour Admission included

Your private driver and professional guide will greet you at your Beijing hotel lobby, holding a personalized name sign for easy identification.

We’ll head first to the Temple of Heaven—the sacred imperial site where Ming and Qing emperors performed grand sacrifices to pray for bumper harvests. Follow your guide on a guided tour of this architectural masterpiece, and dive into the fascinating rituals of imperial heaven worship and harvest prayers. You’ll explore key structures including:
Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest

30 min Admission included

First, step into the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests—the temple’s crown jewel, a striking circular structure crowned with a magnificent triple-tiered roof. Your guide will unpack its profound importance, delving into the building’s ingenious feng shui principles and architectural feats that embody ancient Chinese beliefs of harmony between heaven and earth.

Next, follow the serene Imperial Walkway to the Imperial Vault of Heaven. Here, linger by the legendary Echo Wall—a marvel of acoustic engineering where even soft whispers carry clearly across its curved surface, offering a playful yet fascinating glimpse into ancient craftsmanship.
Yuanqiutan

20 min Admission included

Cap off your temple exploration at the Circular Mound Altar, the sacred stage where Ming and Qing emperors performed grand sacrifices to heaven, praying for national prosperity and bumper harvests. Stand on the Central Heavenly Stone at the altar’s heart, and imagine the imperial rituals of old—feeling the same sense of awe as emperors once did when communing with the heavens.

Spend 2–3 hours immersed in this UNESCO-listed site, with your guide illuminating the rich rituals and cultural stories behind every corner.

Afterwards, we’ll head to a local restaurant for a delicious authentic Chinese lunch to refuel.
Mutianyu Great Wall

2 hours Admission included

You have the option to take the cable car (round - trip or one - way) or the chairlift (one - way) to reach the higher sections of the Great Wall with ease. If you choose the chairlift one - way, you can experience the exciting toboggan slide on your way down.

Spend around 2 hours exploring the Great Wall. Walk along the ancient bricks, take in the breathtaking scenery, and capture memorable photos. Your guide will accompany you, sharing fascinating historical stories and answering any questions you may have. Learn about the construction techniques and the strategic role the Great Wall played in ancient times.

After a fulfilling day of exploration, your driver will take you back to your hotel. Your guide will bid you farewell, and you can reflect on a wonderful day filled with rich history, culture, and amazing experiences.
Stop 5

one hour Admission included

When it’s time to head down, if you’ve opted for Mutianyu Great Wall, you can swap the ordinary for fun: skip the cable car and glide down the mountainside on a ski lift and toboggan for an exhilarating end to your Great Wall adventure.

Once the Great Wall exploration wraps up, we’ll retrace our route and drive you back to your Beijing hotel, bringing your unforgettable day tour to a perfect close.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Yuanjing International Apartment Beijing Chengshi Liangdian
Yijing Business Hotel
Yuanquan Hotel (Chongwen District)
Yalian Business Hotel Beijing South Station
Yuanquan Hotel
Huatai Hotel (Beijing Jinsong Panjiayuan Subway Station)
Yunteng Hotel
Tu179 Mini Hotel Beijing Xidan
Zaozhuangcun Hotel
Zhanle Hotel
Youxi Film Hotel Beijing Xizhimen Exhibition Hall Road
99 Youxuan Hotel Beijing Tiantan South Gate

and 2,357 more pickup points

We pick you up from your hotel within the 4th ring road of Beijing city, please provide the hotel details when make booking. If your hotel is out of the 4th ring road of Beijing city, may have extra cost.

Using your ticket

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Options

Badaling Great Wall

Badaling Great Wall: Visit Badaling Great Wall and Temple of Heaven, including English speaking guide, private car, entrance fee and cable car.

Pickup included
Mutianyu Great Wall

Mutianyu Great Wall: Visit Mutianyu Great Wall and Temple of Heaven. Including entrance fee, guide, cable car round trip and transfer.

Pickup included