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Tours/Beijing/Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver

Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver

4.9(48)Beijing9 hours
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Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
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Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver

At a glance

Duration
9 hours
Price from
$99 / person
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 48 reviews
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Beijing

Description

Our driver will pick you up at hotel lobby.  Take about 1.5 hour’s drive from Beijing City to Mutianyu Great Wall and hike on the wall as long as you can. Mutianyu Great Wall is one popular section of the Great Wall but less crowded than other sections, well-known for its beautiful surroundings-the dense woods and rich pastures changing colors with the seasons of the year.and then Summer Palace, After the trip, transfer you back to hotel.

Tour Options

Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included180 min

The driver will pick you up at your hotel.This trip begins with pickup from your central Beijing hotel at a time of your choosing. Traveling by comfortable private vehicle, set out on the around 1.5-hour drive. Upon arrival, your driver will assist with tickets and then leave you to explore independently. Optional extras include a ride to the top of the wall by cable car and a toboggan ride back down. Depending on your arrival time, you typically have around 3 hours at the wall to hike and take photos.

Admission included120 min

It's about 1.5 hours drive from Mutianyu Great Wall to Summer Palace. Upon arrival, your driver will assist with tickets and then leave you to explore independently. the Summer Palace. You’ll see an immaculately preserved royal garden, as well as a lake, bridges, trees, temples, and historic pavilions. It’s a popular summer holiday destination for Imperial families, and between April and October, there are Dragon Boat rides available too. The trip ends with a return trip back to your hotel.

Highlights

Bottled water
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Private Air-conditioned vehicle
Great Wall entrance fee and Shuttle bus ride
Summer Palace entrance fee
Speaking basic english driver

What's included

Included
Bottled water
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Private Air-conditioned vehicle
Great Wall entrance fee and Shuttle bus ride
Summer Palace entrance fee
Speaking basic english driver
Not included
Tour guide
Meals
Cable car / chairlift and toboggan tickets for Great Wall

Pickup Locations & Times

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.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Age under 5 is free to join
  • Car seat is available on request if advised at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Departure time is flexible. Please advice your preferred departure time upon booking or call the local operator 24 hours before. Otherwise your driver will pick you up at 8:00.a.m

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Trip with English Driver lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $99 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel this tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. 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. Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyPjmop8cpm9N4ncOTgc5LWM=.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Specialized infant seats are available

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is this tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 48 verified reviews; it is run by Jenny's Guide & Driver Service. Most-mentioned highlights: Bottled water; Hotel pick up and drop-off; Private Air-conditioned vehicle.

Reviews(48)

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cedas1
July 26, 2026
All perfect

Mr.Guo is amazing!! Everything was perfect. Very punctual and very friendly. He brought us fruit and accompanied us throughout the process of purchasing the tickets. We highly recommend the experience.

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Cruiser03812288086
July 19, 2026
Extraordinary in every way!

Great experience! We left early and we did not have to wait in line (quite rare). The guide was very friendly and explained everything we needed to know and more. The driver was very safe. I recommend it!!!

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Y5236MAma_gorzatam
July 5, 2026
The trip was fantastic!

The trip was fantastic! The Great Wall was even more impressive than I had imagined. Although the hike was more challenging than I expected. Visiting the Summer Palace was also a great experience. I recommend this tour to everyone, especially with Mr. Guo, the kindest and most helpful driver I could have asked for. He was friendly, professional, and always willing to help.

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Vera_m
June 17, 2026
Excellent

Tour guide Gary was speaking English very well and he knew everything about history. He took care of the group of six, buy a water to make sure that we have plenty of it because it was very hot today, and he was trying to help every individual. I will highly recommended this tour.

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Sherpa04341790185
June 15, 2026
Excellent

Mr.Guo was very nice , took sooo many photos of me.help me go up and down on the stairs, make sure that I am safe and comfortable. He I carry all my stuff to make sure that I am free of everything to be able to go up to the deep stairs.

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Melissa_B
May 18, 2026
Excellent hospitality from Mr.Guo

Mr. Guo was our driver during our trip, and he was exceptionally kind, friendly, and thoughtful throughout the entire day. As I was travelling with my elderly parents, we truly appreciated how attentive and patient he was, especially at Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace. He went above and beyond to assist my mother, who has difficulty walking — helping to carry her bag, looking out for her safety, and making sure she was comfortable at all times. On top of that, he also took so many wonderful photos for us, helping us capture beautiful memories from the trip. We are genuinely grateful for his warmth and excellent service, and we highly recommend Mr. Guo to anyone visiting Beijing. Thank you so much, Mr. Guo!

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Daniel_U
April 14, 2026
Great!

Joe was great and very nice and understanding of our little daughter. His English was also great! Would recommend!

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Venture514569
March 17, 2026
Excellent experience

Great experience. On time pick up, great information and tips.

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KarlaDGO
January 23, 2026
Excellent experience

We scheduled a tour with Jenny to the Great Wall and the summer palace with an English speaking driver. Jenny kept us informed about the details, and the day of the tour, our driver, Mr. Guo, was waiting for us before 6.30 am. He was very kind, helpful, and a skilled driver. He arrived to the Great Wall complex by 7.40 am approx, which allowed us to explore with just a couple of people. It was exactly what we wanted as we could walk around without a bunch of people. By the time we finished exploring (about 11:00 am) people were just arriving. Mr. Guo took us to a place nearby to have lunch and after that, we went to the Summer Palace. We were able to go around at our own pace. We arrived close to 2.00 pm and were ready at about 5.00 pm. Mr. Guo was really helpful as he was the one showing the tickets at every entry point, he gave us basic information as we were on our way to the places we stopped by, and finally he brought us back to our hotel safe and sound. I recommend this tour and company without a doubt.

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365ronnie
January 8, 2026
A top day on the Chinese wall and at the summer palace

We had a great day on the Chinese wall, thanks in part to our friendly and quiet driving driver Jim. The big advantage of this excursion is that you visit the summer palace in addition to the Chinese wall, and get plenty of time for that. All in all a highly recommended excursion.

$99/ person
4.9(48)
Duration9 hours
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–15 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorJenny's Guide & Driver Service
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