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Tours/Beijing/Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

5.0(27)Beijing8–9 hours
VIATOR5.0(10)TRIPADVISOR5.0(17)
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
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Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

At a glance

Duration
8–9 hours
Price from
$84 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 27 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant

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

Description

Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs are top Beijing highlights. All packages include entrance tickets. Two service options: Driver only: Transfer & pre-booked tickets, self-explore with no commentary Driver + English guide: Full-day historical explanations Two Ming Tombs routes: Dingling Tomb only Dingling Tomb plus Sacred Way Visit Mutianyu first for amazing mountain views, then your chosen Ming Tombs sites. Guided tours come with full cultural narration; driver-only lets you explore at your own pace. Enjoy your private historic tour!

Tour Options

Guided Tour:Mutianyu&Dingling
  • Guided Tour:Mutianyu&Dingling : Choose this option to visit Mutianyu Great Wall and Dingling at Ming Tombs, including guide, transfer, lunch and tickets. Pickup included
Transfer +Tickets-No guide
  • Transfer +Tickets-No guide: Use private transfer +tickets to Mutianyu & Dingling at Ming Tombs. If you want to visit Sacred Way pay on the spot. No Guide Pickup included
Guided TourScared Way+Dingling
  • Mutianyu+Scared Way+Dingling: Visit Mutianyu Great Wall, Scared Way and Dingling at Ming Tombs. Including English speaking guide, entrance fee and lunch. Pickup included

Itinerary

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We provide two private service options for your trip: private driver only, or private driver plus professional English-speaking guide. Our dedicated driver/English-speaking guide will pick you up at the lobby of your Beijing hotel. Private driver only: The driver will drop you off at the Great Wall parking lot and pre-arrange all entrance tickets for you. After handing over the tickets, you can explore Mutianyu Great Wall independently without guided commentary. Driver + English-speaking guide package: Your guide will accompany you throughout the visit and deliver detailed historical introductions about Mutianyu Great Wall along the way. Following a scenic drive from Beijing, you'll reach the Mutianyu Great Wall. Mutianyu, constructed during the Ming Dynasty, is renowned for its stunning scenery, with thick forests flanking the wall. It offers a more serene and less-crowded environment compared to other parts of the Great Wall.

Admission included60 min

Upon arriving at Mutianyu, we offer two convenient uphill & downhill transport options. You can choose a round-trip cable car ride, or take the chairlift up to the Great Wall and slide down by toboggan. These options help you save time and energy to easily reach the top of the wall. If you book the guide-inclusive package, your professional guide will accompany you to explore different watchtowers and share the profound history of the Great Wall. All guests will also get free personal time to admire the stunning scenery at your own leisure. You'll have lunch at an authentic local restaurant near Mutianyu Great Wall.

Admission included60 min

In the afternoon, we will drive to the Ming Tombs, which serve as the burial site of 13 emperors from the Ming Dynasty. During this tour, you have the option to visit either the Dingling Tomb or the Changling Tomb. The Dingling Tomb is highly renowned as it was the first Ming tomb to be excavated. Here, you can witness the underground palaces filled with precious cultural relics, offering a fascinating glimpse into the opulent lifestyle and burial customs of the Ming emperors. Your guide will be by your side, sharing in - depth stories about the excavation process, the emperors buried here, and the unique architectural features of the underground chambers.

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If you select the package with an English-speaking guide, your guide will elaborate on Changling’s historical importance, tales of the emperor interred here, and the distinctive Ming imperial funeral customs embodied in the tomb’s layout. For guests booking driver-only service, you will receive pre-arranged tickets and explore the tomb independently without on-site commentary. Whichever tomb you pick: Tour with guide: Your guide will stay by your side, vividly narrating site legends, explaining Ming burial rituals and unique tomb architectural features. Driver-only tour: You may wander the relics at your own pace after receiving your entry tickets. At the end of the day, our vehicle will transfer you back to your Beijing hotel. If you booked the guide-inclusive option, both your driver and guide will escort you back. You can relax and look back on the wonderful history and culture you experienced during this private excursion.

Highlights

Private vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off ( Hotels within the 5th ring road of Beijing City)
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Professional guide if you choose the guided tour options

What's included

Included
Private vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off ( Hotels within the 5th ring road of Beijing City)
Bottled water
Entrance fee
Professional guide if you choose the guided tour options
Not included
Gratuities
English speaking guide if you choose to use transfer service onlu
Cable car/Ski lift toboggan at the Wall

Pickup Locations & Times

We will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel if your hotel is within the 5th ring road of Beijing city, if your hotel is out of the 5th ring road, you can travel to city to meet our guide or hotel pick up may have extra cost

Traveller Ratings

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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
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required within Special Requirements
  • Infants (1-3 years old) are free if not individually occupying a seat

Frequently asked questions

How long does this tour take?

Private Tour or Transfer to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 4 stops.

How much does this tour cost?

Prices start at $84 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, 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 will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel if your hotel is within the 5th ring road of Beijing city, if your hotel is out of the 5th ring road, you can travel to city to meet our guide or hotel pick up may have extra cost Pickup points include CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyH5BTPAFndK66IB/YW3NlJc=, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyLcdRDC8BhXmIzLSsUuA+uk=.

What languages is this tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

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?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Specialized infant seats are available

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible

Reviews(27)

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Steven_D
May 29, 2026
Excellent Day!

Allen was incredible! He was very knowledgeable and it felt like spending time with an old friend! Highly recommend!

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Eric_C
March 17, 2026
History, Views, and No Stress!

If you’re looking for the ultimate way to see the Great Wall and Ming Tombs without the stress, look no further! Our day with Lucy (the history queen) and Mr. Song (the smoothest driver in Beijing) was absolute perfection. They were waiting for us early (huge win!) and from the moment we hopped in, it felt like traveling with friends. Lucy’s English is fantastic, and she didn’t just recite facts—she actually made Chinese history come alive. Plus, she has a secret talent: she’s a pro photographer! We walked away with a camera roll full of epic shots that actually look good. A few reasons why this tour rocked: • Zero Stress: We had all the time in the world to explore Mutianyu and the Tombs. No "hurry up and get on the bus" vibes here! • The Food: We were a bit nervous about our dietary needs and allergies, but Lucy handled it like a boss. We had a massive spread of authentic Chinese dishes that were safe, delicious, and way better than the usual "tourist lunch." • The Vibe: Mr. Song’s driving was super professional, and the car was a cool, comfortable sanctuary after all those stairs. Seriously, stop scrolling and just book this. Ask for Lucy and Song—they are the dream team!

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ericcA2775WQ
March 17, 2026
History, Views, and No Stress!

If you’re looking for the ultimate way to see the Great Wall and Ming Tombs without the stress, look no further! Our day with Lucy (the history queen) and Mr. Song (the smoothest driver in Beijing) was absolute perfection. They were waiting for us early and from the moment we hopped in, it felt like traveling with friends. Lucy’s English is fantastic, and she didn’t just recite facts—she actually made Chinese history come alive. Plus, she has a secret talent: she’s a pro photographer! We walked away with a camera roll full of epic shots that actually look good. A few reasons why this tour rocked: • Zero Stress: We had all the time in the world to explore Mutianyu and the Tombs. No "hurry up and get on the bus" vibes here! • The Food: We were a bit nervous about our dietary needs and allergies, but Lucy handled it like a boss. We had a massive spread of authentic Chinese dishes that were safe, delicious, and way better than the usual "tourist lunch." • The Vibe: Mr. Song’s driving was super professional, and the car was a cool, comfortable sanctuary after all those stairs. Seriously, stop scrolling and just book this. Ask for Lucy and Song—they are the dream team!

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simonhual
February 12, 2026
One day trip experience for the Great Wall and 定陵明墓 one day trip

The tour guide Jack and driver Xiaqinggang are super great for our visiting the Great Wall and 明墓定陵. We have had a wonderful experience today.

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Norman_P
November 24, 2025
Great trip in Beijing!

Wonderful tour of the Ming tombs and a then a fabulous tour of the Great Wall! Allen was a great guide!

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emmahampton1989
June 24, 2025
Mutianyu Great Wall & Ming Tombs

Our tour guide, Ranee, was lovely. She was so knowledgeable about the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall. She also shared information about the countryside and the cultural differences between the countryside and the city. We had a great all you can eat lunch. Ranee suggested changing our itinerary around, so we visited the Ming Tombs first in the morning so that it wouldn't be as busy at the Great Wall, which was a great idea. We also visited a jade factory before lunch. We had originally chosen the ski lift and staboggan at Mutianyu Great Wall, but when we arrived, the queue was extremely long, approx. 1.5 hours in the extremely hot sun, so we changed to go in the cable cars instead as there was no queue at all. Ranee was great and accommodating as she changed our entry tickets to the cable cars instead whilst we got some shade and cool air. The great wall was amazing. The photos do not do it justice. We had a good laugh also with Ranee, especially on the cable cars. Fantastic memorable day.

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J8810LVmaryd
June 17, 2025
Amazing!! Would recommend!

We had a 30 hour layover in Beijing and wanted to explore the area. We were recommended to do this tour and it was amazing! Lily was our tour guide and her knowledge was so vast, we learned so much from our little time in Beijing. We felt welcomed, comfortable and very safe doing this tour. We had Sun as our driver and he was really great. He let us keep all our luggage in the car whilst we explored. Already planning on coming back and booking another one!

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juliecL9896RR
May 18, 2025
Great Wall was amazing, chair lift up to the top and then toboggan down all added to the experience

Bucket list ticked with this tour: Our guide, Alice Ji, was punctual, friendly and spoke perfect English. Alice also booked tickets for us to see a traditional Chinese Acrobatics show and even arranged transport to drop us back to our hotel Great service Alice!

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John_C
May 18, 2025
Bucket list ticked: Great Wall exceeded expectations

Fantastic day out, chair lift up to the wall and then an extended walk along the wall was a wonderful experience. Our guide, Alice Ji, gave great commentary in perfect English. Pick up was on time and car was very clean. Water, biscuits and fruit provided in car

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annekF7663AR
March 22, 2025
A day to remember!

What a day! Ranee was an amazing tour guide. She is so knowledgeable, engaging, and helpful. She made history come alive. It was a day we’ll never forget!

$84/ person
5.0(27)
Duration8–9 hours
LanguagesEN
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Travellers1–15 pax
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