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Get a true feel for Beijing in just one day: visit the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, sit down to a farmhouse-style meal, and explore the historic hutongs around the Drum Tower. Finish your day with a delicious Peking duck dinner at a local restaurant, bringing together some of Beijing's most famous experiences with an expert local guide.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Hotel pick-up will be provided for guests staying within Beijing’s third ring road. Exact pick-up times will vary and be communicated 24 hours before your tour starts.
Itinerary
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1Mutianyu Great Wall
The Mutianyu section of the Great Wall is one of the most scenic and historically rich. Ride the cable car up to the top, where you’ll be treated to jaw-dropping views, then explore an impressive cluster of ancient watchtowers. When it’s time to head down, take the toboggan for a fun, unique ride (or opt to take the cable car back down).
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Mutianyu Great Wall
Enjoy a local meal in a riverside restaurant featuring traditional Hui-style architecture. Located in a village near the Great Wall, it’s the perfect spot to relax and refuel with seasonal dishes like chestnut-braised pork belly and grilled rainbow trout.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
3Shichahai Scenic Resort
Dating back to the 12th century, these historic narrow lanes (aka Hutongs) make up the geographic center of Beijing as they spread in every direction from the Forbidden city. Stroll by foot while getting glimpses of the iconic Drum Tower through the alleyways. Free-time duration subject to traffic conditions from the Great Wall
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
4Nanluoguxiang
Finish your day with one of Beijing’s most iconic dishes, with a unique local twist. Located near Nanluoguxiang, this restaurant roasts its Peking duck over fruitwood for perfectly crispy skin and tender meat, adding a subtle hint of jasmine tea, a longtime favorite among Beijing locals. You'll also dig into other Beijing specialties that put a creative spin on traditional recipes.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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