Beijing

15 Best Great Wall Tours

This list pulls together the Great Wall day trips I trust, from easy Mutianyu runs to quieter stretches at Jinshanling. Mutianyu sits about 90 minutes north of the city, with a cable car up and a toboggan ride down. Pick your section first; it decides the shape of your whole day.

1.From Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Options

Explore the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall with a highly-rated, flexible tour from Beijing—skip lines, enjoy expert guides, and customize your experience.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Our tour to the Great Wall and the Summer Palace was an amazing experience that I truly enjoyed. We saw so many incredible sights, and everything was well organized. Our guide, Helly, was excellent — very friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate. She explained a lot about…”

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2.Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour w/Summer Palace Option

Discover Beijing’s top sights with this well-organized tour covering the Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace, led by expert guides for a seamless experience.

★ 4.9

“Tour guide Yoyo was an excellence and kind person. She even bought on my behalf a ticket in the Summer Palace. I enjoyed everything today. Many thanks”

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4.Private All-Inclusive Day Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Mutianyu Great Wall

Immerse yourself in the ancient wonders of Beijing's historical landmarks and uncover the secrets that lie within, guaranteed to captivate and leave you craving for more.

★ 5.0

“I had a wonderful tour with Lucy, who was a very knowledgeable tour guide and answered all the questions I had. It was a perfectly timed tour with heaps of time to explore the sights and was very worth it!”

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5.Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Bus Tour (8:00am/10:00am)

Lose yourself in the enchanting journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall, a tour that will leave you longing for more of its breathtaking beauty.

★ 5.0

“Good tour, well explained. Two ways to do it: East and West side. If you wanted to do both, might be short for a time. We chose the West side with the cable car and was very happy with the overall experince.”

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6.Beijing Mini Group Day Tour: Great Wall, Forbidden City and Tiananmen

Feast your eyes on the majestic Great Wall, the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, and the historic Tiananmen Square during the Beijing Mini Group Day Tour.

★ 5.0

“Helen is a superb tour guide. She knows how to avoid long queue in tiananmen & forbidden city. She brought us to less crowded area during the tour so we can take a good picture. All in all it's good experience to have small group…”

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7.Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Daily Bus Tour (10:00am Departure)

Get ready to embark on an extraordinary adventure to the Mutianyu Great Wall, where you'll uncover hidden gems and create lifelong memories along the way.

★ 5.0

“The experience was amazing, walking on the great wall of China was surreal. The lunch they provide with the tour was also delicious. Thank you very much Mike for an incredible tour!”

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8.Beijing:Mutianyu Great Wall Private Trip with English Driver

Discover the Mutianyu Great Wall with this private, flexible tour featuring skip-the-line tickets, a knowledgeable driver, and customizable options for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“I had a really great time with Peter, he picked me up in my hotel in the lobby in the agree time, very punctual and reliable!! He explained about the great wall and gave me some tips to enjoy it better. Recommended this tour to…”

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9.Beijing: Mutianyu Gt Wall Trip, Depart 8-10am Bus w/ Tickets

Discover the hassle-free Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall tour with comfortable transport, guided insights, no shopping, and flexible options to make your visit memorable.

★ 4.9

“I took the Zanbus day trip to the Mutianyu Great Wall yesterday and had a fantastic experience. The booking and meeting process was very clear. We met the friendly staff, easily recognizable in their blue vests , right at Dengshikou Station Exit C . The…”

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10.Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver

Get ready for a remarkable journey to the Mutianyu Great Wall, where a private trip with an English-speaking driver will unveil hidden treasures and unforgettable adventures.

★ 5.0

“I had Ken as my driver for my trip to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, and he was absolutely fantastic! He arrived right on time, drove safely, and made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. His car was clean and comfortable, aRead…”

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11.Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With Speaking-English Driver

Lose yourself in the mysteries of the Mutianyu Great Wall with a speaking-English driver, and uncover the hidden treasures and captivating experiences that await.

★ 5.0

“Our driver Peter was very friendly and courteous. We enjoyed the trip. Make sure to include cable car to go to the wall and come back.”

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12.All Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Day Tour

Prepare for an extraordinary journey through Beijing's iconic landmarks, as the All Inclusive Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Day Tour promises a day of exploration and surprises.

★ 5.0

“Cannot recommend this tour enough. Our guide, Renee, was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. Our driver, Mr Lee, was also very friendly and we felt safe the entire time. The vehicle was spacious and comfortable too. Lunch also Read more”

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13.Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs Day Tour From Beijing

Kaleidoscope of historical wonders awaits as you embark on a day tour to the Great Wall of China at Badaling and Ming Tombs, revealing secrets that will leave you craving for more.

★ 4.5

“Great experience! The tour guide Murphy was really good!!! Really knowledgeable, fun and helpful! Gave us tips and a lot of info! To visit the great wall is outstanding, a very impressive site! The tour is very relaxed, going up the wall with the caRead…”

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14.From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall

Discover the Jinshanling Great Wall on a small group hike, with expert guides, stunning views, authentic lunch, and fewer crowds for an unforgettable experience.

★ 4.9

“This was a wonderful 'hands off' tour which (as I was only one of three people) felt like a private tour. Our driver was so friendly and funny and we were driven up in his car. We took a little longer to complete our hike…”

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15.Beijing Essential Full-Day Tour Including Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Squar

Get ready for a day of adventure and discovery as we explore the Great Wall at Badaling, Forbidden City, and Tiananmen Square on this essential Beijing tour.

★ 4.5

“Our tour guide Lee was very informative, he explained everything to us plus some extra background information about chinese culture. We also went to a tea making lesson/taster which was different and informative. Lunch was really nice and a large selection of options. Overall it…”

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5.0Morning Mubus to the Mutianyu Great Wall (7:40am Departure) – Beijing$130.00 4.9Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Tours with Ticket & Buffet8 - 10 hours$17 4.0Great Wall of China at Mutianyu Full-Day Tour Including Lunch From Beijing$79.00 4.9From Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Day Trip with Entry7 - 10 hours$9 4.9Beijing:Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall Tour with VIP Fast Pass5 hours$118 5.0Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall Cable Way Up & Toboggan Down$108.00 5.0Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Day Tour With Options$29.00 4.7Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace Scenic Bus Tour10 hours$24 4.9Beijing: Mutianyu & Summer Palace TourGroup/Private Options8 - 9 hours$131 5.0Beijing Private Tour: 2 Days Forbidden City and Mutianyu Great Wall VIP Tour$369.39 4.9Beijing: Jingshanling Great Wall Trekking Tours with Options8 - 10 hours$60 4.9Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Tour$160 5.0All Inclusive Private 1-Day Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking Tour$75.00 5.0Full-Day Small-Group Great Wall Hike: Simatai West to Jinshanling$138.00 5.0Mini Group: Beijing Forbidden City Tour With Great Wall Hiking at Mutianyu$159.00 4.9Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall Private Tour With VIP Fast Pass$133 5.0Mutianyu Great Wall Small-Group Tour From Beijing Including Lunch$186.00 5.0Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling Private Sunset Tour$160 4.9Beijing: Forbidden City and Great Wall Tour8 - 10 hours$150 5.0Mini Group Beijing Day Tour to Forbidden City and Badaling Great Wall, No Shops$24.99 5.0Mini Group: 2-Day Beijing Highlights and Great Wall Tour$330.00 5.0Small-Group Tour:Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace and Bird Nest$89.00 5.0Beijing Top 2 Highlight Private Tour: Great Wall, Forbidden City$205.00 5.0Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Private Day Trip With Lunch$185.30