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Tour Overview

Tired of crowded buses and forced shopping?

Escape to the Mutianyu Great Wall with our exclusive private tour! Enjoy door-to-door service with your private car and English-speaking guide — zero strangers, zero shopping. Cable car up for the views, toboggan down for the thrill, and you set the pace!

Travel destination: Beijing
Suitable for: Families with Kids, Senior-Friendly, Hikers, Layover Travelers
Tour type: Private

Highlights of this tour:

Take the fully enclosed cable car to Watchtower No. 14. As you glide above the forest canopy, the Great Wall unfurls beneath you like a stone dragon coiled around emerald peaks. It’s the shot that makes every Instagram feed jealous.

Mutianyu Great Wall Cable Car
Ride a glass-enclosed cable car above the forest to the Great Wall

Hike eastward along the gentle ridge to Watchtower No. 6, passing through the magnificent city walls and taking in the beautiful scenery. Amidst the interplay of light and shadow, take stunning photos of the Great Wall.

Hike to appreciate the magnificent scenery of Mutianyu
Hike to appreciate the magnificent scenery of Mutianyu

Choose your way to go down the mountain: an open-air cable car or a toboggan. Let your legs dangle above the treetops, or hop on a 1.5-km slide ride, speeding through the forest and screaming your heart out. Really loved by kids.

Experience the excitement of an open cable car descending the mountain
Experience the excitement of an open cable car descending the mountain

Stroll in Olympic Park, looking up closely at the steel framework of the “Bird’s Nest” and the shimmering bubble-like structure of the “Water Cube”, feeling the unique charm of modern technology.

Shoot the Bird's Nest and Water Cube in the same frame at night
Shoot the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube in the same frame at night

Day-by-day Itinerary

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  1. Your private guide will meet you at the hotel, airport, or railway station, and then drive for about 1.5-2 hours (70 kilometers) to the Mutianyu Great Wall.

    This Ming Dynasty Great Wall is extremely well-preserved and has relatively few tourists, ensuring an experience that exceeds your expectations.

    Take a fully enclosed cable car directly to Watchtower No.14. To the west, the Great Wall stretches among the mountains, all within your view.

    Hike eastward for 2 to 3 hours to Watchtower No. 6. This section is mostly gentle downhill, very friendly for the elderly and children. While walking, you can not only enjoy the beautiful scenery but also take stunning photos at the winding ridge and the majestic Great Wall.

    After arriving at Watchtower No. 6, the magnificent scene of the eastern section of Mutianyu Great Wall unfolds before you: you can admire the steep downhill to Watchtower No. 4 and the perilous ascent to Watchtower No. 1. If you are physically fit, it is highly recommended to climb to the 1st watchtower to overlook the stunning panoramic view of Mutianyu Great Wall.

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    The arched doorway and thick walls of a Great Wall watchtower

    After the tour, choose to take the cable car or slide down. The open-air cable car allows your feet to hang above the forest while you enjoy the beautiful scenery in the clouds; while the slide is full of speed and excitement, it is the favorite among children.

    Mutianyu Toboggan
    Visitors are taking the toboggan ride down the Mutianyu Great Wall

    Return to the Beijing urban area and stop at the Olympic Park. Stroll in this open green space, closely and admire the magnificent appearance of the two Olympic landmarks - the "Bird's Nest" and the "Water Cube" from outside.

    The Bird's Nest demonstrates the power of its exquisite steel frame structure, like a huge steel cradle. The Water Cube adopts a unique membrane structure design, like a transparent blue water drop under the sun, full of vitality and the charm of modern technology. Enjoy taking pictures there.

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    The Bird's Nest, Beijing's iconic Olympic stadium

    At the end of the trip, you will be transferred to your downtown hotel or to the airport/railway station for departure.

    Please Note:

    If you prefer a relaxed hiking experience or would like to take the fully enclosed cable car to descend, please inform your travel advisor in advance. We will tailor a specific route for you.

    The open chairlift has a stronger sense of suspension, so those with a fear of heights should choose it with caution.

    For safety reasons, people over the age of 60 are not recommended to take the slide; Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult for the experience.

    During peak seasons such as Labor Day in May, National Day in October and the summer holidays (July to August), the wait time for the toboggan can be 1 to 2 hours. Please allow ample time for this.

Tour Price Per Person

The price varies depending on the activity, number of people, travel date, and selected hotel. Please contact us for a specific price.

Price includes

  • Air-conditioned vehicle with ample space
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • All entrance fees and activities listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 support throughout your journey

Price excludes

  • ×Optional activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • ×Meals or drinks not specified in the itinerary

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