Explore Beijing's architectural wonders and experience its cultural delights on this full-day private tour. With your expert guide, discover the ambitious nature of ancient Chinese architecture as you hike the Ming Dynasty-era Great Wall at Mutianyu. Compare this with the modern architecture of the the 2008 Olympic's Bird’s Nest and the Water Cube, and then gain insight into Chinese culture with a jade factory tour and a traditional tea ceremony. Unwind in natural hot springs at the Chunhuiyan Hot Springs Resort. Transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle and an authentic Chinese lunch are included.
Highlights
- Full-day private tour of the Great Wall and modern Beijing with an expert guide
- Enjoy a moderate hike along the Mutianyu Great Wall, the best-preserved section of the wall
- Explore outside Beijing National Stadium (Bird's Nest) and the National Aquatics Center (Water Cube) and learn about their glorious role in the 2008 Olympics
- Experience a traditional Chinese tea ceremony and relax with an afternoon tea with locals
- Have a relaxing afternoon at the Chunhuiyuan Hot Springs Resort
- Delight in an authentic Chinese lunch
- Private English-speaking guide ensures a comprehensive and intimate experience of this urban metropolis
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Private Tour: Mutianyu Great Wall, Olympic Sites, Tea Ceremony and Optional Hot Springs Spa in Beijing
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Chunhuiyuan Hot Springs ResortRelaxing in one of the resorts poolsPhoto by: Anonymous12 2012 -
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Chunhuiyuan Hot Springs ResortRelaxing in a jacuzzi/hot springsPhoto by: Anonymous12 2012 -
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Chunhuiyuan Hot Springs Resortpool facilitiesPhoto by: Anonymous12 2012 -
Hiking the BadalingHiking with other peoplePhoto by: Anonymous08 2012 -
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Great WallHaving a bit of fun at the Great WallPhoto by: Anonymous08 2012 -
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Chinese Tea Ceremony
After pickup from your Beijing hotel, you will be taken to the entrance of the Great Wall at Mutianyu, one of the best-preserved section of the wall that's most representative of how it looked during the Ming Dynasty. Follow your guide on a moderate hike along the wall, which stretches 2,300 feet (700 meters) with inclines reaching up to 460 feet (140 meters).
Along the way, enjoy the picturesque views of the wall snaking through the tree-covered mountain. Learn from your guide about the tactical significance of several watchtowers and segments of this fortification. Your hike will take approximately two hours, depending on the pace you choose to take.
Along the way, enjoy the picturesque views of the wall snaking through the tree-covered mountain. Learn from your guide about the tactical significance of several watchtowers and segments of this fortification. Your hike will take approximately two hours, depending on the pace you choose to take.
Afterward, you will be driven to a jade factory, where your guide will take you on a tour of the facilities so you can witness the incredibly detailed art of hand-making jade products. Hear how the Chinese first discovered this material and learn how to discern the real thing from false copies.
Next, walk to a nearby popular restaurant to delight in a lunch of local Beijing specialties. Then, if you choose the hot springs spa option, you'll be driven to the Chunhuiyan Hot Springs Resort to unwind after your hike. Feel your stress and tiredness seep away as you soak in the hot springs, containing naturally occurring minerals that aid rehabilitation. You may also choose to relax in the sauna or swim in the refreshing pool.
After your spa experience, take a 30-minute drive to Beijing National Stadium, informally known as the Bird’s Nest, and the Beijing National Aquatics Center, known as the Water Cube. Spend some time exploring these landmarks' surroundings and enjoying the scenery while hearing accounts of their design and function during the 2008 Olympics.
Finally, walk to a nearby tea house to observe a traditional Chinese tea ceremony. Witness this age-old cultural ritual and then enjoy some afternoon tea with locals. At the end of your tour, you’ll be taken back to your Beijing hotel.
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by Anonymous, January 2013
All five stars! I especially loved the hot spring!
Reviewed by Reichen B, December 2012
The highlight of our trip. the hot-springs are the perfect option after walking through the Great Wall. Once again Viator delivers outstanding products and incredible customer service. One of the reason I will only book with them.
See you on my next trip
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