Free cancellation
Activity Beijing, China
Private Great Wall Tour: Juyongguan&Badaling w/Guide or Transfer
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About this activity
As the iconic Chinese saying goes: “He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man!” Check this bucket-list China experience off your list with our exclusive 1-day private tour, a perfect chance to explore two distinct and spectacular Great Wall sections — Juyongguan and Badaling — all in one seamless day.
You can tailor your adventure with two convenient options: opt for the driver-only package to enjoy hassle-free door-to-door private vehicle transfers with hotel pick-up and drop-off, or upgrade to the guide-inclusive service to have a knowledgeable English-speaking companion by your side, unlocking the 2,000-year-old stories and secrets behind these ancient fortifications.
Best of all, every essential is fully covered, including entrance fees for both sections, a round-trip cable car ride at Badaling to save your energy for sightseeing, and a local lunch to refuel your adventure, letting you focus solely on turning your Great Wall dream into an unforgettable reality.
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: Private tour
- Included: Professional guide
- Included: Bottled water
- Included: Cable car at Badaling Great Wall
- Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City)
- Included: Lunch
- Included: Entrance fee
- Included: Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
Itinerary
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Passing by
This private one-day tour offers two tailored packages to suit your needs:
the first includes round-trip private transport, entrance fees for both Great Wall sections, round-trip cable car at Badaling, and a delicious local lunch;
the second upgrades to include a professional English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the climb and share in-depth historical insights.
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2 hours Admission included
The Great Wall of China-the greatest symbol of Chinese engineering and one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Badaling Great Wall is one of the most important part of the Great Wall which was attached with great military importance. An old Chinese saying tells the crucial position of Badaling: if one man guards the pass, ten thousand cannot get through.
Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pick-up by either your guide or driver, heading straight to Badaling Great Wall—Beijing’s most iconic and well-preserved section, renowned for its grand ramparts, panoramic mountain views, and status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you opt for the driver-only package, your driver will handle all ticket arrangements and wait for you at the parking lot while you explore at your own pace; those with a guide will be led along the wall, learning fascinating stories of its 2,000-year history as a defensive masterpiece, with plenty of free time allocated for photos and personal exploration.
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one hour Admission included
After exploring Badaling, we’ll stop at a local restaurant to savor authentic Chinese cuisine for lunch, refueling for the next part of your adventure.
Next, we’ll head to Juyongguan Great Wall, a section distinct from Badaling with its steep, winding paths nestled in lush mountain scenery, offering a more intimate and scenic hiking experience. As a strategic pass in ancient times, Juyongguan boasts unique architectural features that reflect its military significance.
Upon arrival, your driver will again assist with ticket arrangements and wait at the parking lot for those without a guide, while guides will continue to accompany you, illuminating the history and legends of this lesser-crowded gem.
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one hour Admission included
After you’ve fully explored Juyongguan, we’ll take you back to your hotel, wrapping up a memorable day of exploring two iconic Great Wall sections with all essentials covered, allowing you to focus solely on enjoying the adventure.
Meeting point and pickup
The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.
Pickup points
- Youbo Member Selected Hotel
- Sunflower Hotel
- Yuanchang Hotel
- Yuhui Hotel
- Wancheng Huafu International Hotel
- Xiudong Hostel
- Wuyulong Hotel (Beijing Tiantan South Gate)
- Homeinn Pebble Hotel (Beijing Qianmen Pedestrian Street)
- Lavande Hotels. Beijing Guomao
- Home Inn Style Beijing Lize Business District Metro Station
- Beijing Shangchao Hotel
- Mercure Beijing Downtown
and 2,234 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 5th ring road of Beijing city, may have extra cost.
Using your ticket
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
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
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
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Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Options
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Guided Tour
Guided Tour: Choose this option to have an English speaking tour guide and private transfer, entry tickets, cable car&lunch all included
Pickup included
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Private Transfer
Private Transfer: Choose this option including round trip transfer, we including entrance fee, cable car round trip and lunch. No Guide
Pickup included
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