Beijing Full-Day Bus Trips: Mutianyu, Summer & Old Summer Palaces

4.9
(42 reviews)

10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Join one of our best-value full-day tours and explore three of Beijing’s most iconic landmarks: Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer Palace, and Old Summer Palace. This well-paced bus tour is ideal for travelers seeking a classic, no-shopping sightseeing experience. Start the day at the Mutianyu Great Wall, a peaceful and well-preserved section known for its scenic views, restored watchtowers, and thrilling options like cable car or toboggan rides. Then, visit the Summer Palace, a stunning lakeside retreat of emperors showcasing traditional Chinese landscaping. End your day at the Old Summer Palace (Yuanmingyuan), a moving reminder of China’s cultural glory and historical resilience. This trip is perfect for those with limited time, including layover tours, and also available as private sightseeing tours, half-day tours, or car tours. Whether you prefer private and luxury or classic city tours, this full-day journey offers rich history, beautiful views, and meaningful experiences.

What's Included

Buffet Lunch (if option selected)
English-speaking guide (if option selected)
Private tour with Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
Entrance Ticket to the Sites
Roundtrip transportation by air-conditioned bus
Free shuttle bus within the scenic area
Cable car 140rmb per person(optional)
Toboggan 140rmb per person(optional)
Summer palace tour-boat 100rmb per person(optional)
Old Summer palace tour-boat 80rmb per person(optional)
Summer Palace-Tower of Buddhist Incense(Foxiang Ge) (Closed Mondays)
Personal expenses

Meeting and pickup

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

Bus Tour: You can take Subway Line 5, get off at the【Hepingxiqiao Station】, coming out of Exit B, finding the BusDa tour guide wearing a green vest (BusDa Logo) for check-in. If you take a taxi, please show this address 【和平西桥地铁站B口】 to the driver. For Bus Tour Only 13:30: No. 2 Wangfujing Street, Beijing. finding the BusDa tour guide wearing a green vest (BusDa Logo) for check-in. If you take a taxi, please show this address 【华侨大厦睿世酒店】 to the driver. Private Tour:Our driver will pick you up from your hotel within Beijing’s 4th Ring Road. For locations beyond this area, an additional fee may apply. Please provide your hotel details, including the hotel name and reservation name, when booking.

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Meeting point

Exit B, Hepingxiqiao Station (Subway Line 5). You can take Subway Line 5, get off at the【Hepingxiqiao Station】, coming out of Exit B, finding the BusDa tour guide wearing a green vest (BusDa Logo) for check-in. If you take a taxi, please show this address 【和平西桥地铁站B口】 to the driver.

End point
This activity ends in a different location. You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Mutianyu Great Wall

    Discover the Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the most scenic and best-preserved sections of China’s legendary Great Wall and a proud UNESCO World Heritage site. Renowned for its dramatic mountain views, restored stonework, and tranquil environment, Mutianyu is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful stretches of the entire Wall — a true gem of the "Ten-Thousand-Mile Great Wall." Surrounded by dense forests and gentle slopes, it offers breathtaking landscapes all year round. Unlike the often-crowded Badaling, Mutianyu provides a quieter, more relaxed hiking experience, making it a favorite among international travelers. You can walk along historic towers, take in sweeping views, ride a cable car, or enjoy a fun toboggan descent. Whether you're a lover of history, architecture, or nature, Mutianyu blends cultural legacy and natural beauty into a truly unforgettable visit. It’s a must-see for anyone exploring Beijing or experiencing the Great Wall for the first time.

    3 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Summer Palace (Yiheyuan)

    Step into the Summer Palace, a stunning example of Chinese landscape garden design and a proud UNESCO World Heritage site. Once the royal retreat for Qing emperors, this vast imperial complex seamlessly blends natural scenery with graceful architecture. Wander along the peaceful banks of Kunming Lake, climb Longevity Hill for panoramic views, and explore timeless highlights like the Long Corridor, Marble Boat, and the Tower of Buddhist Incense. The palace grounds are dotted with elegant pavilions, ornate bridges, and traditional buildings that reflect centuries of imperial splendor. A boat ride on the lake offers a tranquil perspective of this grand retreat. Every path and structure reveals a story from China's dynastic past, making it not just a park but a living museum of Qing-era artistry. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, photography, or a leisurely cultural stroll, the Summer Palace offers a truly unforgettable experience — serene, majestic, and inspiring.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Explore Yuanmingyuan Park, also known as the Old Summer Palace, a powerful symbol of China’s imperial grandeur, cultural heritage, and historical resilience. Once known as the “Garden of Gardens,” this vast complex combined traditional Chinese landscaping with Western-style architecture, art, and innovation. Built during the Qing Dynasty, it was home to priceless treasures, elaborate halls, and magnificent fountains before being tragically destroyed by Anglo-French forces in 1860. Today, its evocative ruins, tranquil lakes, and reconstructed relics offer a profound educational experience, telling a story of splendor, loss, and national pride. Visitors can walk through historic remains, learn about cultural achievements and foreign invasions, and reflect on a pivotal moment in China’s modern history. More than a scenic park, Yuanmingyuan is a living classroom of history and cultural memory — a must-visit for those seeking a deeper understanding of China’s past and its enduring spirit.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Busda

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