Beijing Suburban Private Tour: Mutianyu Great Wall & Summer Palace

Product Overview & Highlights

• Mutianyu Great Wall: Explore the spectacular Ming Dynasty defensive engineering with convenient cable car access, avoiding the heaviest crowds.
• The Summer Palace: Stroll through China's largest and most magnificent classical imperial garden, a true masterpiece of landscape design.
• 100% Private Tour — No Shopping Stops: Enjoy a dedicated English-speaking guide and private vehicle. Pure sightseeing at your own pace.

The Mutianyu Great Wall showcases the grandeur and meticulousness of ancient defensive engineering, serving as an iconic landmark of Chinese history. Following your Great Wall adventure, explore the Summer Palace, the pinnacle of classical Chinese gardens, blending southern elegance with northern royal grandeur. Experience the profound depth of Chinese civilization in a single, seamlessly organized day.

Itinerary & Services

• Total Duration: Approx. 8–10 Hours (1 Day)
• Service Language: English
• Guide & Driver Service: Private Driver & English-Speaking Guide
• Pick-up / Drop-off: Hotel Pick-Up and Drop-Off within the 6th Ring Road of Beijing. (Out-of-range transfers will incur additional fees).

Timeline Details

• 08:00 — Depart from your hotel in Beijing.
• 10:00 — Arrive at Mutianyu Great Wall. Experience this majestic Ming Dynasty architectural marvel.
• 13:00 — Lunch (On your own, guide can provide local recommendations).
• 14:30 — Visit The Summer Palace. Explore the largest and best-preserved imperial garden in China.
• 17:00 — Return to your hotel for a rest.

Booking Policies

• Inclusions: Vehicle transportation service fee; First-gate entrance tickets (Mutianyu Great Wall including shuttle bus & cable car, Summer Palace); Professional English-speaking guide and driver service.
• Exclusions & Optional Add-ons: Meals (Lunch); Personal expenses and optional Add-ons (Pay On-Site); 
• Overtime & Extra Mileage Surcharges: The standard tour package includes 10 hours of driver/guide service and a maximum driving distance of 100 km per day. Any excess will incur the following surcharges (payable on-site): Vehicle overtime fee: 180 CNY / hour；Guide overtime fee: 50 CNY / hour；Extra mileage fee: 8 CNY / km
• Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation if made more than 24 hours prior to the reserved visiting time. 100% penalty applies for cancellations made within 24 hours.
• Important Notes: Temperature varies greatly between day and night; please bring a jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended. If you have dietary preferences (e.g., less salt/oil), please inform your guide. Redeem with ID.