Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall
Overview
Discover Beijing’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites on this fully guided day tour. Step inside the Forbidden City, the grand imperial palace of ancient China, and trace centuries‑old royal history. Then travel to the Great Wall of China to wander along its monumental ramparts. A cable‑car ride up the Great Wall is offered as an optional add‑on for your convenience.
What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance ticket
- English-speaking tour guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- Cable car and Toboggan
- Lunch
Meeting Location
China
Bei Jing Shi, Dong Cheng Qu, 东华门大街16号 邮政编码: 100006
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1 Guo Jia Ti Yu Chang Nan Lu
Chao Yang Qu, China, 100101
Group tour ends at Olympic Park. Enjoy night views of the Bird’s Nest and Water Cube. Subway access is available for your departure.
What To Expect
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Forbidden City Tour
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Mutianyu Great Wall
3 hours Admission Ticket Included
Niaochao National Stadium (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Chinese tourists( including Taiwan and Hongkong ) must book over 8 days in advance.
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance)
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Toboggan unavailable for guests over 60, pregnant women and children under 3, as well as in bad weather or long queues. Round-trip chairlift/cable car available instead. Cost by you own..
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport is required for all travelers on the day of travel for direct entry. (not for Chinese tourist)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- All taxes, fees and handling charges.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Entrance ticket.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Gratuities.
- Souvenirs.
- Cable car and Toboggan.
- Lunch.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Beijing: Group Day Tour‑Forbidden City & Mutianyu Great Wall will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance ticket
- English-speaking tour guide
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs
- Cable car and Toboggan
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Chinese tourists( including Taiwan and Hongkong ) must book over 8 days in advance.
- Passport name and number is required at time of booking for all participants (for getting your Forbidden City entrance ticket in advance)
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Toboggan unavailable for guests over 60, pregnant women and children under 3, as well as in bad weather or long queues. Round-trip chairlift/cable car available instead. Cost by you own..
- Please wear comfortable shoes
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport is required for all travelers on the day of travel for direct entry. (not for Chinese tourist)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
