All-Inclusive Day Tour: Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace
Description
On this full-day tour, you will explore two iconic top attractions in Beijing: the Great Wall of China, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, and the Summer Palace, the imperial summer retreat for ancient emperors. Standing atop the Great Wall, you will be stunned by its magnificent panoramic views. Meanwhile, the Summer Palace offers a completely distinct experience with its exquisite classical landscapes. The package covers all entrance tickets, chairlift fees, lunch, professional tour guide service and round-trip vehicle transfers. Everything is fully inclusive.
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Itinerary
In the morning, your professionally English-speaking tour guide and driver with an air-conditioned vehicle will pick you up. You may choose pickup service at your hotel lobby, or opt to meet us at our designated meeting point. We will first head to Mutianyu Great Wall, a 1.5-hour drive away. Mutianyu is a quieter, more remote section of the Great Wall around Beijing with far fewer crowds. This segment is famed for its stunning natural scenery: lush forests and verdant grasslands that shift colours with every passing season. The wall snakes more than 1,000 meters along mountain ridges, before making a sharp turn and descending steeply down the hillside. You will have roughly two hours of free time to explore the Great Wall. The uphill hike takes around 30 minutes on foot. Alternatively, you may take the chairlift up; a thrilling luge slide down the mountain is also available on your way back.
After a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, we will proceed to the Summer Palace, which is a little over one hour’s drive from Mutianyu Great Wall. The Summer Palace served as an imperial royal garden in ancient times. It boasts countless elegant pavilions, grand mansions, sacred temples, delicate bridges, vast lakes and winding covered corridors. The iconic Long Corridor, stretching alongside the water, holds the Guinness World Record as the world’s longest painted corridor. You will also visit well-known landmarks including the Seventeen-Arch Bridge, Marble Boat, Kunming Lake and Longevity Hill. Once the sightseeing concludes, our driver will transfer you back to your hotel.
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Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
You will be picked up at the city center hotel lobby.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- This experience is weather-dependent. If canceled due to severe weather conditions, you may choose an alternative travel date or tour, or receive a full refund.
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems or heart problems.
Reviews(209)
We had a fabulous day with Wendy. We first went to the Great Wall of China where Wendy gave a great overview of the history. We took the chairlift up and explored the wall. Once we were down we had a lovely tea ceremony. After Wendy took us to Summer Palace which was beautiful and peaceful especially on the boat. Overall we had an amazing day with Wendy.
Dear Guest, Thank you for sharing your lovely experience with Wendy! We are thrilled you spent such a fabulous day with her. At the Great Wall, Wendy offered vivid historical introductions, and you enjoyed the chairlift ride to wander along the wall. The delicate tea ceremony afterwards was a wonderful interlude, followed by a serene visit to the breathtaking Summer Palace, where the boat cruise brought extra peace and beauty to your trip. We will pass all your kind words and praise to Wendy immediately. Hope you keep collecting wonderful memories in China! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
Wendy was a great tour guide. Went to both Great Wall and summer palace definitely worth doing both. Was basically a private tour when we went to the summer palace since majority of people just did Great Wall, meaning we could go at our own pace and she could show us great spots personalised for us.
Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review about Wendy! We’re glad you visited both the Great Wall and the Summer Palace and found the dual-site itinerary absolutely worthwhile. It was lovely that the Summer Palace part felt nearly private as most travellers only opted for the Great Wall, letting you explore freely at your own pace. Wendy thoughtfully took you to special scenic spots tailored just for your group. We will forward your heartfelt compliments to Wendy right away. Wish you a lovely remaining time in Beijing! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
Jeffrey was a great tour guide and we enjoyed the tour very much! Learned a lot of great information. The private van was also nice 👌🏼
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled you had a wonderful tour with Jeffrey and gained lots of interesting knowledge during your sightseeing. We’re also glad the comfortable private van made your trip more pleasant. We will pass all your kind compliments to Jeffrey immediately. Hope we can welcome you back to Beijing for another memorable trip soon! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
It was an amazing experience visiting the Great Wall, especially riding the chairlift up and coming down on the toboggan it was definitely the highlight of the trip. The Summer Palace was equally beautiful and full of history. A special thanks to Wendy, our tour guide, who was very proactive, knowledgeable, and well-organized. She explained everything clearly, answered all our questions, and made sure the entire tour went smoothly. Her guidance made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommended!
Dear Guest Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you loved the Great Wall chairlift and toboggan ride, which became your favorite highlight, and were captivated by the profound history and stunning scenery of the Summer Palace. We greatly appreciate your kind words for guide Wendy. She is proactive, knowledgeable and well-organized, offering clear explanations and patiently answering all your questions to ensure a seamless tour. We will share all your heartfelt praise with Wendy. Hope to welcome you back to Beijing for another memorable journey! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
We had the best experience on this tour and didn’t have to wait in lines for hours. Jeffrey - our guide was very prompt, friendly and efficient. He gave great tips and was very knowledgeable. Thanks for a great tour, Jeffrey! We definitely recommend.
Dear Guest Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted you enjoyed a seamless tour without lengthy waiting queues thanks to Jeffrey’s thoughtful arrangements. He is punctual, friendly and efficient, sharing handy travel tips and rich historical knowledge along the way. We will pass all your warm compliments to Jeffrey immediately. Hope to welcome you back for another fantastic Beijing tour soon! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
The Great Wall was every bit as amazing as you’d imagine and the summer palace is beautiful especially under the summer sun. Our tour guide Maggie was friendly, helpful, and very knowledgeable explaining the history and context that really elevated the experience.
Dear Konorl, Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re glad you loved Mutianyu Great Wall and the Summer Palace. Guide Maggie will be thrilled to hear your kind compliments on her professional and thoughtful service. Hope to welcome you back soon! Regards Lily's Beijing Team
My mom and I had an great experience today, 30/6, taking this daily tour with the amazing guide Wendy! We were a small group and, despite of having to hurry up to accomplish with our tour schedule, the experience of having both outside Beijing experience in the same day, with the same, prepared, and lovely guide - Wendy, was unforgettable. Highly recommended!
Dear Guest Thank you so much for your wonderful review dated 30th June! We are delighted that you and your mother enjoyed your day‑trip with our outstanding guide Wendy. Even with a busy timetable that required a faster pace to stick to the planned itinerary, Wendy delivered exceptional service for your small‑group tour. Her thorough preparation and friendly personality made your full‑day excursion outside Beijing truly unforgettable. We will forward all your kind compliments to Wendy immediately. Thank you for your recommendation to other travellers. We hope to host you and your mum again for a more leisurely Beijing tour in the future! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
Nancy was super nice and very informative. The tour was smooth and we really enjoyed our time. She facilitated our entrance and respected our pacing.
Dear Guest Thank you so much for your sweet review! We’re thrilled Nancy delivered a seamless tour with plenty of helpful information. It’s lovely to hear she assisted smoothly with entry and took your preferred sightseeing pace into full consideration. Glad you had such a wonderful time with us! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
Bruce was an excellent guide and super helpful to me and my mum during this comprehensive tour. Highly recommended.
Dear Guest Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re glad Bruce provided attentive, helpful service for you and your mum throughout the full-day tour. It’s lovely to know you had a great experience with him, and we really appreciate your high recommendation. Wish you a lovely rest of your trip in Beijing! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
Bruce was amazing. He really took care of us, especially my mum who needed additional assistance. We really appreciated his kindness.
Dear Lindsay Thank you for your warm review! We’re so touched to hear Bruce took extra good care of your mum and looked after your whole group with great kindness. It means a lot to us that his thoughtful service made your trip comfortable. Thank you for your kind words, wish you and your family a lovely time in Beijing! Best regards, Lily's Beijing Tours Team
