Mutianyu Great Wall & Lama Temple & Dinner Food Tour
Experience the best of Beijing in one seamless day with this private tour to Mutianyu Great Wall, Lama Temple, and authentic local food spots.
With a flexible itinerary, hotel pick-up, and a personal guide, this tour is perfect for travelers who want comfort, culture, and a deeper local experience beyond standard group tours.
🕒 Daily 8:00 am or on request/ Duration: full day, ~12 hours
📍 Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
🚗 Total round-trip journey: ~4 hours ( 150 km in total).
🏯 Explore the Great Wall (Mutianyu Great Wall) with cable & toboggan
🌰 Countryside lunch in Chestnut Village
🏯 Lama Temple, guided visit
🍜 Dinner Hutong food tour with 3 dine-in restaurants
Looking for more than just food? Discover the majestic side of the city on our:
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Mutianyu Great Wall & Qianmen Food Tour
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Jinshanling Great Wall (Sunset Visit) & Gubei Water Town Tour
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Simatai Great Wall (Night Visit) & Gubei Water Town Tour
Or wanna something more personal? We’re happy to customize the Great Wall experience just for you.
Why Choose This Private Beijing Tour?
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A personalized private day tour: Explore Beijing at your own pace with a dedicated guide who tailors the route, timing, and experience to your interests.
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Great Wall & Lama Temple in one day: Visit the scenic Mutianyu Great Wall in the morning, then discover the peaceful culture and architecture of Lama Temple in the afternoon.
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End with authentic hutong food: Complete the day with a guided hutong food experience, tasting local snacks and classic Beijing dishes in hidden neighborhood spots.
Vehicle Options for Your Private Beijing Tour
Premium Choice
Range Rover Autobiography Series or similar, offering limo-grade comfort
with an Advanced Guide
Photography Service w/ Fuji
USD$849 / 2 Pax (All-inclusive)
+ 1 child(3~14) ·$99
Infant(0~3) free
*Baby car seat available (please request at least 3 days in advance)
Standard Choice
Comfort-class vehicles (e.g. Passat, Accord, Camry or similar)
with a Professional Guide
USD$599 / 2 Pax (All-inclusive)
+1 child(3~14) · $99
Infant(0~3) free
*Baby car seat available (please request at least 3 days in advance)
Family Choice
7-seater MPVs (e.g. Buick GL8, Honda Odyssey, Denza D9 or similar)
with a Professonal Guide
USD$649 / 2 Pax (All-inclusive)
+1 person · $119
+1 child(3~14)· $99
Infant(0~3) free
*Baby car seat available (please request at least 3 days in advance)
Highlights of the Great Wall Day Tour
From the Great Wall to village life and historic streets, experience the key moments of this full-day journey through Beijing.
Private Great Wall Day Tour Itinerary from Beijing
Meeting Point & Duration
🕒 Duration: One full day ~12hr
🚇 Meeting Point: Your hotel or unpon request
Stop 1 - Mutianyu Great Wall
Duration: 2.5~3 hours
After hotel pick-up, enjoy a comfortable drive to the Mutianyu section, known for its scenic views and fewer crowds.
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Cable car ride to the top
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Walk along historic watchtowers
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Optional toboggan ride down
Stop 2 -Chestnut Village
Duration: 1.5~2 hours
After the Great Wall, head to a peaceful countryside village just 2km away.
Enjoy a relaxed local lunch and take time to explore the surroundings.
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Feed animals or walk around the village
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Try local coffee or simple handicrafts
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Experience authentic rural life
Stop 3 - Lama Temple Visit
Duration: 1 hour
In the afternoon, visit Lama Temple, Beijing’s most renowned Tibetan Buddhist temple.
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Follow your guide through incense-filled halls and learn about local rituals and beliefs
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Discover why locals see it as a powerful place for making wishes
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Admire sacred statues and traditional Buddhist architecture
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Experience a peaceful cultural contrast to the Great Wall
Stop 4 -Beijing Hutong
Duration: 3 hours
In the evening, enjoy a hutong food tour through Beijing’s narrow alleys.
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Visit two carefully selected local restaurants and taste authentic Beijing dishes.
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Explore the Guozijian area near the Imperial College and Confucius Temple
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Walk through historic hutongs with your local guide
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End the night at a hidden local brewpub with a relaxed drink
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