Beijing Private Tour to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge with Boat Ride

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About this activity

Experience Beijing’s most classic private day tour to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge. Benefit from our premium VIP access at Badaling: private transport takes you straight to the Great Wall’s foot, with priority skip-the-line entry for the round-trip cable car, letting you step onto the Great Wall effortlessly. Next, visit Longqing Gorge – famed as Little Guilin, boasting picturesque green gorges and crystal-clear lakes. You’ll enjoy a relaxing boat ride to soak in its remarkable natural scenery. The tour includes a local lunch, all entrance fees, the Longqing Gorge boat cruise, an English-speaking guide and private transportation, for a hassle-free and exclusive private experience.

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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: Hotel pickup and drop-off( For hotels within the 4th ring road)
Included: Professional guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Cable car round trip at Badaling Great Wall
Included: Lunch
Included: Entrance fee
Included: Transport by private vehicle
Included: Boat ride in the Longqing Gorge

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Bird's Nest National Stadium

Passing by

Your English-speaking tour guide and exclusive private car will be awaiting you in the comfort of your hotel lobby, all set to kick off your day’s unforgettable adventure. Embark on a direct journey to the Badaling Great Wall—an approximately 1.5-hour ride that blends comfort with anticipation.

Along the way, your professional guide will weave vivid, engaging stories that bring the Great Wall to vivid life: you’ll learn about its ingenious ancient construction techniques, its pivotal role in shaping Chinese history, and the profound cultural legacy it carries through the ages. Beyond the tales, the scenic drive itself will treat you to fleeting yet charming views of tranquil countryside landscapes—rolling fields, quiet villages, and lush greenery—that add a gentle, peaceful rhythm to your trip.

We’ll also pass by the iconic Olympic Stadium (known as the “Bird’s Nest”) en route. If you’d like to pause for photos to capture this striking modern landmark, simply let your guide know.
The Great Wall at Badaling

2 hours Admission included

Upon arriving at Badaling, our car will take you straight to the first parking which is very close to the cable car entrance—no wandering, no waiting. The best part? You’ll skip the long queues and board the cable car smoothly, saving time and avoiding the hassle of crowds, so your Great Wall experience starts stress-free.

Badaling is one of the most famous and well-preserved Great Wall sections, with a history dating back to the Northern Qi Dynasty and major Ming Dynasty renovations. Once a key military stronghold, it now boasts iconic watchtowers and sweeping mountain views, showcasing ancient Chinese engineering at its finest.

We’ll stay here for 2 hours—plenty of time to walk the wall, snap photos, and soak in this world-famous landmark, with your guide on hand to share key stories along the way.
Longqing Gorge

2 hours Admission included

After lunch at a local Chinese eatery, you’ll head to Longqing Gorge (30-minute drive). On arrival, follow your guide to the remarkable Dragon Elevator—Asia’s longest (258m long, 90m high), a Guinness-recognized engineering marvel. As you ascend its glass walls, lush peaks and valleys unfold; at the top, Longqing Gorge’s full beauty reveals itself.

Hailed as a "mini Li River" and "mini Three Gorges," the gorge boasts emerald peaks, mirror-clear water, and unique geological features (cliffs, stone cones, sword-like pillars)—all pointed out by your guide. Next, cruise the lake, then disembark on Moon Island to explore its peaceful temple.

For extra fun, optional paid activities await: leisurely hand-cranked boat rides or thrilling bungee jumping.

You’ll spend ~2 hours at Longqing Gorge, then transfer back to your Beijing hotel with wonderful memories.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hanting Express Beijing Water Cube
Hongwei Yijia Hotel Beijing You'anmen
Fulongju Hotel
Golden Inn (Beijing Xizhimen)
Xiamen Air Jianianhua Hotel
Guozhan Hotel
Honghuiyuan Hotel
Fuhua Jinbao Grand Hotel
Home Inn Beijing Madianqiao Seven Provinces Beijing Office
Hesheng Hotel
Yitel Collection (Beijing Sanlitun)
Hezong Guest House

and 2,292 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.