Private Tour: Mutianyu/Badaling Great Wall and Temple of Heaven Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Mutianyu Road, Huairou District, Beijing, 101406, China
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Mutianyu Great Wall
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Mutianyu Great Wall: Visit Mutianyu Great Wall and Temple of Heaven. Including entrance fee, guide, cable car round trip and transfer. Pickup included
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Badaling Great Wall
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Badaling Great Wall: Visit Badaling Great Wall and Temple of Heaven, including English speaking guide, private car, entrance fee and cable car. Pickup included

Overview

Enjoy a hassle-free private day tour of Beijing’s two iconic landmarks, with your choice of Mutianyu or Badaling Great Wall to suit your preference. Start with your Great Wall pick: opt for Mutianyu’s well-preserved watchtowers and lush, crowd-free vistas, or Badaling’s iconic, historically significant stretch. Round-trip cable car rides are included to ease your exploration of this ancient marvel. Afterward, refuel with a included authentic Chinese lunch before heading to the Temple of Heaven—a UNESCO World Heritage Site where emperors prayed for good harvests. Marvel at its intricate imperial architecture and uncover age-old rituals with the help of a knowledgeable English-speaking guide. This all-inclusive tour covers all entrance tickets, cable car fares, and lunch—no hidden costs. A dedicated English-speaking guide and driver will accompany you throughout, ensuring a flexible, personalized experience tailored to your pace.

Pickup Information

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.

Language Offered

Mandarin-GUIDE

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Temple of Heaven
Your private driver and professional guide will greet you at your Beijing hotel lobby, holding a personalized name sign for easy identification. We’ll head first to the Temple of Heaven—the sacred imperial site where Ming and Qing emperors performed grand sacrifices to pray for bumper harvests. Follow your guide on a guided tour of this architectural masterpiece, and dive into the fascinating rituals of imperial heaven worship and harvest prayers. You’ll explore key structures including:
Duration: 60 mins
2. Hall of Prayer for Good Harvest
First, step into the Hall of Prayer for Good Harvests—the temple’s crown jewel, a striking circular structure crowned with a magnificent triple-tiered roof. Your guide will unpack its profound importance, delving into the building’s ingenious feng shui principles and architectural feats that embody ancient Chinese beliefs of harmony between heaven and earth. Next, follow the serene Imperial Walkway to the Imperial Vault of Heaven. Here, linger by the legendary Echo Wall—a marvel of acoustic engineering where even soft whispers carry clearly across its curved surface, offering a playful yet fascinating glimpse into ancient craftsmanship.
Duration: 30 mins
3. Yuanqiutan
Cap off your temple exploration at the Circular Mound Altar, the sacred stage where Ming and Qing emperors performed grand sacrifices to heaven, praying for national prosperity and bumper harvests. Stand on the Central Heavenly Stone at the altar’s heart, and imagine the imperial rituals of old—feeling the same sense of awe as emperors once did when communing with the heavens. Spend 2–3 hours immersed in this UNESCO-listed site, with your guide illuminating the rich rituals and cultural stories behind every corner. Afterwards, we’ll head to a local restaurant for a delicious authentic Chinese lunch to refuel.
Duration: 20 mins
4. Mutianyu Great Wall
You have the option to take the cable car (round - trip or one - way) or the chairlift (one - way) to reach the higher sections of the Great Wall with ease. If you choose the chairlift one - way, you can experience the exciting toboggan slide on your way down. Spend around 2 hours exploring the Great Wall. Walk along the ancient bricks, take in the breathtaking scenery, and capture memorable photos. Your guide will accompany you, sharing fascinating historical stories and answering any questions you may have. Learn about the construction techniques and the strategic role the Great Wall played in ancient times. After a fulfilling day of exploration, your driver will take you back to your hotel. Your guide will bid you farewell, and you can reflect on a wonderful day filled with rich history, culture, and amazing experiences.
Duration: 120 mins
5. Mutianyu Great Wall Scenic Area Ticket Office
When it’s time to head down, if you’ve opted for Mutianyu Great Wall, you can swap the ordinary for fun: skip the cable car and glide down the mountainside on a ski lift and toboggan for an exhilarating end to your Great Wall adventure. Once the Great Wall exploration wraps up, we’ll retrace our route and drive you back to your Beijing hotel, bringing your unforgettable day tour to a perfect close.
Duration: 60 mins

Inclusion

Bottled water

Private tour

Hotel pickup and drop-off( For hotels within the 4th ring road of Beijing City)

Lunch

Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket

English speaking tour guide

Transport by private vehicle

Entrance Fee

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Supplied by Discover Beijing Tours

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