Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Summer Palace and Yuanmingyuan Tour

10 h 45 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

Explore three iconic Beijing landmarks in one day: hike Mutianyu Great Wall, wander the Summer Palace, and explore the historic Old Summer Palace.

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At a glance

Duration: 10 h 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Chinese, English
Written guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: 湖南新康辉国际旅行社有限责任公司定制分公司

Ages: Infants (2–4 years) · Children (5–13 years) · Youth (14–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years) · Seniors (61–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Entrance fees: Mudanwei Great Wall Round-Trip Cable Car
Included: All transportation taxes, highway tolls, and parking fees
Included: Private transportation: Tour bus with a professional driver
Included: Admission fees: Including Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace, and The Old Summer Palace.
Included: Service of an English-speaking tour guide (only provided if the guide-inclusive option is purchased)

Not included

Not included: Personal expenses and meals
Not included: Gratuities for the guide and driver
Not included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Optional activities and services not mentioned in the itinerary: 1. Cable car ride at the Great Wall; 2. Sightseeing boat tour on the lake.
Not included: Items are not listed in inclusions.

Itinerary

Mutianyu Great Wall

4 hours Admission included

Arrive at the magnificent Mutianyu Great Wall, renowned for its lush greenery and beautiful scenery. You will have approximately 4 hours for a self-guided exploration. Walk along the ancient ramparts, climb the watchtowers, and capture breathtaking photos of the wall snaking over the forested mountains.
Summer Palace

3 hours Admission included

After lunch (on your own), proceed to the Summer Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a masterpiece of Chinese landscape garden design. During the 2.5-hour guided tour, you will stroll around Kunming Lake, walk along the iconic Long Corridor adorned with paintings, and admire the elegant Marble Boat. Your guide will share the history of this "Royal Garden Museum" to life.
Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan)

2 hours Admission included

Next, visit the Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan). This expansive park, once the pinnacle of imperial garden art, now stands largely as evocative ruins following its destruction in 1860. During the 1.5-hour visit, you will see the hauntingly beautiful remnants of European-style palaces and fountains, set amidst peaceful lakes and gardens. It's a place for quiet reflection on China's complex history.
Tsinghua University

Passing by

On the return journey, enjoy a drive past two of China's most prestigious universities: Tsinghua University and Peking University.
Peking University (Beijing Da Xue)

Passing by

On the return journey, enjoy a drive past two of China's most prestigious universities: Tsinghua University and Peking University.
Olympic Park

Passing by

The tour service officially concludes around 5:45 PM at the Olympic Green.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Your day begins with a morning pickup at one of two centrally located meeting points in Beijing: Dengshikou Subway Station (Exit C) at 7:00 AM, or Dongsi Subway Station (Exit B) at 7:30 AM. Please note that the exact meeting point will be confirmed by your tour guide the day before.