Beijingg: Ming Tombs & Badaling Great Wall Tour

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This exclusive private full-day tour invites you to discover two world-famous iconic attractions in Beijing: the majestic Great Wall and the grand Ming Imperial Tombs.
You will explore the only fully excavated and open royal mausoleum within the entire Ming Tombs complex. Stroll leisurely along the sacred spirit way lined with exquisite ancient stone sculptures, then step deep into the mysterious underground palace. Here you can witness the well-preserved imperial coffins of ancient emperors and empresses, and immerse yourself in profound ancient Chinese imperial history and splendid royal culture.

What's Included

Lunch
English Speaking tour guide
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned car or van for your own use
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

You will pickup in your city center hotel lobby

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Dingling Underground Palace

    Meet your private tour guide and your private car or van around 8:00am in your hotel lobby. You will first visit the Underground Dingling Palace, part of the 13 Ming Dynasty Tombs complex. 13 Ming Dynasty Emperors were buried in this area. You will visit Dingling and the tomb of the Wanli Emperor, which is the only one of the Ming Dynasty Tombs to have been excavated. 3000 pieces treasures were discovered inside. You will also have chance to see some unearthed treasures

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)

    Scared Path will be the next program before you go for lunch. The path stretching for 800 meters north of the pavilion is lined with stone pillars and statutes. The statues include 12 figures of generals and civil officials and 24 animal figures -- lions, camels, elephants, unicorns and horses. There are 4 of each of these animals: two standing and two lying down. These lifelike and exquisite stone statues are of very high cultural and artistic value and constitute a museum of Chinese stone carving.

    40 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3
    The Great Wall at Badaling

    After your leisurely lunch break, your professional tour guide will accompany you and head towards the iconic Badaling Great Wall, traveling through serene suburban landscapes and winding scenic mountain roads. You can sit back and relax on the comfortable coach while admiring the charming local countryside views along the way. Upon arrival, you will have plenty of free time to explore, wander around and take stunning photos at this world-famous historic landmark. At the end of this fulfilling full-day sightseeing tour, we will arrange a convenient transfer to send you safely back to your hotel located in downtown Beijing.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Supplied by Lily's Tour Company

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Cancellation Policy

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

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