Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace Tour: A Self-Guided Adventure with an English-Speaking Driver

Embark on a self-guided adventure to Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace with an English-speaking driver. Enjoy a flexible and relaxed day trip without the rush.

Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Beijing - Your private English-speaking driver will meet you in the hotel lobby, holding a sign with your booking name. You’ll then travel in an air-conditioned, clean vehicle. While the pick-up time is flexible, we recommend an early start to avoid crowds. We will contact you in advance to confirm the exact pick-up time.

  • Mutianyu Great Wall - Next, you’ll be transferred to the Mutianyu Great Wall. There will be no stops at factories or shops along the way. Typically, the drive from the hotel to the Great Wall takes about 1.5 hours, traffic permitting. Upon arrival, your driver will assist you in obtaining entrance tickets (not included) and suggest the best route for exploring the Great Wall. You can choose between taking a chairlift up and sliding down or using the cable car both ways (not included). Your driver will offer the best advice based on your situation. You can spend about 2 hours exploring or hiking on the Great Wall, depending on your preference. The driver will wait for you at a designated meeting point during your hike.

  • Olympic Park - drive by

  • Niaochao National Stadium - drive by

  • Water Cube - drive by

  • Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) - After hiking the Great Wall, you might want something to eat. Your driver can recommend restaurants based on your preferences. The drive from the Great Wall to the Summer Palace takes about 1.5 hours. Spend approximately 2 hours at the Summer Palace, where highlights include the Long Corridor, Seventeen Arches Bridge, Qingyan Stone Boat, Kunming Lake, and Longevity Hill. Explore the stunning 18th-century Imperial gardens with or without your guide, taking time to admire the palatial buildings and pavilions and pose for photos by the picturesque lakes and bridges.

  • Hall of Benevolence and Longevity - drive by

  • Long Corridor at the Summer Palace - drive by

  • Tower of Buddhist Incense (Summer Palace) - drive by

  • Qingyan Stone Boat - drive by

  • Kunming Lake - drive by

  • Beijing - After a full day of activities, you will be transferred back to your hotel. If you prefer to have dinner downtown, your driver can drop you off at a restaurant instead of the hotel.

What's Included
  • Private English-speaking driver
  • Comfortable air-conditioned and clean vehicle
  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • All inclusive with no hidden fees (tolls, gas, parking)
  • Complimentary bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Attractions tickets and lunch fee
  • Gratuities ( Recommend for excellent service )
Additional Information

Indulge in a self-directed day excursion accompanied by a personal driver proficient in English. Experience a leisurely journey free from hastiness. Benefit from the services of a personal English-speaking driver while visiting two iconic Beijing landmarks (Mutianyu Great Wall and Summer Palace). Enjoy nine hours of unhurried, personalized service with flexible pickup times, granting you greater independence to explore each site at your own pace.

  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Please provide the tour operator with your special requests at “special requirement”, your tour operator will also contact you just in case
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • If you need baby seat ,pleas inform us in advance
  • Please note : This is self-guide tour , no guide accompany , but driver can speak English and Chinese
Location
Beijing
Cancellation Policy

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

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