Badaling Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour from Beijing
- Approx. 8 hours
- Daily
- Private tour
Description
Overview
Depart Beijing for a day in order to visit the Ming Tombs and Great Wall of China at Badaling, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the morning, see the royal burial complex of the Ming emperors with your informative guide. In the afternoon, go to the Badaling section of the Great Wall, a well-preserved section with stunning ramparts and guard towers. Cable car ride to the Great Wall and enjoy panoramic views of the mountainous landscape.
- Hear the history of the Ming Tombs.
- Walk along the Great Wall of China at the Badaling section
- Tour two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in China near Beijing
- Includes knowledgeable guide, entrance fees, and pickup and drop-off from hotel
Itinerary
Ming Tombs
At around 8 am, your English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel in Beijing to start the tour. And then drive to Ming Tombs (50 miles away from downtown about one hour driving).
The first spot is the Ming Tombs, where 14 of 16 emperors of the Ming Dynasty about 500 years ago were buried. You will visit the Changling Tomb, the head and the largest of the excavated burial site at Ming Tombs. The sightseeing on the Ming Tombs takes about 1.5 hours.
Badaling Great Wall
After lunch, driving to the Badaling Great Wall. The hike on Badaling Great Wall takes 2 hours. Badaling section is the most famous and best-preserved wall. Its highest point at Badaling is some 800 meters above sea level. Round-way cable car is included.
After the tour, you'll be transferred back to your hotel.
Know Before You Book
What's Included?
- English-speaking tour guide service.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Beijing.
- Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle.
- Round-way cable car at the Great Wall.
- Entry/Admission - Ming Tombs
- Entry/Admission - Badaling Great Wall
What's Excluded？
- Lunch fee (RMB 60 per capita, depending on appetite).
- Tipping of hiking guide/driver recommended on good service on a 2:1 ratio separately (usually RMB 50-100 per person).
- Accommodation, travel insurance and any other personal expenses during tour.
- Airport Transfer.
What Do I Need To Bring?
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- You must bring a valid passport when on the tour.
Additional Info
- Hotel pickup and drop-off services are available within the 4th Ring Zone of Beijing City.
- You will receive details about tour guide and exact pickup time in your voucher the day before. And the tour guide will also call you through hotel or leave a message for you about pickup time the night before tour.
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 24 hours or less before event.
- Ours operate rain or shine. In periods of extreme or unsafe weather, we will discuss with you for alternative arrangements or cancel the tour at our discretion and provide a refund.
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