Great Wall of China Small Group Day Trip from Beijing
- Location:Beijing, China
- Duration:12 hours (approx.)
- TOUR Code:5262CNUD
Discover the Great Wall of China on this small group tour from Beijing. Travel to the restored Mutianyu section and climb the Ming Dynasty watchtowers for incredible views of the Great Wall and the surrounding countryside. You can descend the wall by toboggan or take in the aerial view by cable car (at an additional cost). You'll then enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch and finish your day with a reflexology foot massage. This small group tour has a maximum of 12 participants, allowing for a personalized Great Wall experience.
Highlights
- Visit the less crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China
- Climb the Ming Dynasty watchtowers for amazing views of the Great Wall and surrounding countryside
- Traditional Chinese lunch in a local village
- Optional Toboggan ride or cable car ride down the mountain
- Reflexology foot massage
- Maximum of 12 passengers ensures personalized attention
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The Great Wall of China was originally built more than 2,000 years ago to ward off Hun intruders from the north. Today, the wall is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and makes a great Beijing day trip.
You'll travel by air-conditioned minivan to the less-touristy Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, located 56 miles (90 kilometers) from Beijing. This section of the Great Wall offers unparalleled views from the Ming Dynasty watchtowers. Walk at your own pace as you traverse the wall to the watchtowers, becoming immersed in the history and myths told by your local guide. Along the way, you will have great views and photo opportunities of the wall snaking through the beautiful countryside. You can choose to descend the Great Wall by toboggan or take the scenic cable car.
Scaling the Great Wall will leave you with an appetite.You’ll get the opportunity to try some Chinese specialty dishes as you enjoy a traditional lunch served in a nearby local village. To soothe your weary feet, you will end the day with a reflexology foot massage.
You'll return to Beijing in the early evening.
Schedule Details
The Great Wall of China
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6:30am
Duration:12 hours (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point at approximately 6:30pm
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Additional Information
- Small group tour
- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Lunch
- Entrance fees
- Reflexology foot massage
- Toboggan or cable car ride
- Gratuities (recommended)
- Items of a personal nature
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum age is 6 years
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Many areas of the Great Wall of China are quite steep and have uneven surfaces, comfortable walking shoes with a good grip must be worn
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Trip was great! There was only me a another 2 couples on the tour. I met the group at the ... Read more ›
Charles S. S, April 2012
We started early but had the Great Wall all by ourselves before the tourist arrived.
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