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Beijing’s best days out.
The 15 most popular Badaling Great Wall Tours in Beijing. A short list of the ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
Climb Badaling’s Great Wall and visit the Changling Ming Tombs in one day from Beijing, with hotel pickup, lunch, and admission tickets.
Most Popular“Beautiful day trip outside Beijing City for visiting the the great wall and Ming tombs with a nice and friendly tour guide. I can recommand this tour.”
A one-day sprint to Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and Badaling Great Wall with hotel pickup, lunch, and guided tickets.
“When you don't have many days in Beijing, this tour is excellent as you visit 3 of the most do attractions in Beijing. Small group so very easy for tour guide to manage and for the participants to hear everything he said”
VIP skip-the-lines Great Wall tour with private pickup, guided history at Mutianyu or Badaling, and free time to explore.
“AMAZING!! Book them, there is no other better option. Thank you, Sherry and Wang for an incredible experience. Early bird does get the worm! Sherry and Wang picked us up at 7 am from our hotel and we drove straight to the wall. When we arrived there was no lines, no waiting and best of…”
Explore the Ancient Badaling Great Wall on a no-detour day trip from Beijing. English guides, skip lines, and time on weathered ruins.
“The Wall was beautiful, kinda busy but the guide explained that other activities like The Forbidden City were closed on a Monday, so everybody came here. It didn’t matter cause it was a once in a lifetime amazing experience. The guide was amazing, very helpful and kind. She was the best. Cause of her, we…”
Pre-book Badaling Great Wall tickets for day or illuminated night shows, with options for cable car, bus transport, or private tours.
“Could've gone for free. Nobody was checking my ticket/barcode. Ended up paying for round trip cable car tickets once I got to the entrance which cost under £20.”
Private VIP transfer to Badaling Great Wall with skip-the-line entry, free hotel pickup, and optional guide plus flexible add-ons.
“Lucy was an outstanding guide—very informative, knowledgeable, and professional. She made our Great Wall and Ming Tombs tour smooth, engaging, and enjoyable from start to finish.”
Private Great Wall and Panda House day in Beijing with hotel pickup, tickets, lunch, and a cable car or ski lift option.
“Lucy and the driver were absolutely amazing. Went out of their way to help me with the ATM while also showing me a tea ceremony. This is one of the best tours I have been on in a long time. Luxury, hospitality and experiences all in one. Ask for Lucy, the sweetest and most helpful…”
BusDa’s full-day Great Wall trip from Beijing pairs Badaling’s raw Ancient section with the restored Badaling Wall, with tickets and pickup options.
“Staff was helpful and flexible. They accommodate all our requests without drama. Despite the weather we felt well taken care at all times.”
Private Great Wall tour from Beijing: choose Badaling or Mutianyu, ride in comfort with an English guide, and get tickets handled.
“Tour was amazing, well coordinated by Linda. Linda fast tracked entry to the wall and shared valuable historical info. #GreatLinda!!”
Night Great Wall at Badaling with a 7:20 PM panoramic light show, traditional performances, and limited access to the North/South 4th towers.
“Li was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, she was prompt and effective. She was very informative about the tour and was clear on expectations. I enjoyed my tour at the Great Wall, and when I come back, I hope Li is my guide. Excellent job!”
A direct bus day trip to Badaling Great Wall with passport-swipe entry, bilingual guidance, and 3 hours to hike and soak it all in.
“Le grand problème étant que nous avons quasiment pas eu d‘information en anglais et une fois sur place on nous a expliqué quoi faire mais on a été lâché dans une marée humaine. C‘est vraiment la grosse industrie à Badaling c‘est saturé de monde on se marche presque dessus. Il faut vraiment marché un bon…”
Pre-book Badaling Great Wall admission in advance, then self-guide at your pace. Optional cable car saves time—just match your ticket type.
“everything was wonderful! Easy ticket booking, just go there with your passport (preferably by express train) and admire a wonder of the world”
Full-day coach tour from Beijing to the Great Wall at Badaling with an English guide, entrance fees, and Olympic Park sights on the way back.
“If you actually want a tour, don't book this one! The Great Wall is amazing, and seeing it is a wonderful experience. But this is not a tour. This is more of transportation to the Ming Tombs and the Great Wall with lunch, and unnecessary tourist trap stops. Our tour guide SumRead more”
Badaling Great Wall ticket for UNESCO views, Ming gates, and a steep walk. Morning or afternoon entry, with optional cable car extras.
“Everything worked smoothly and I would definitely recommend it! Getting tickets in advance is almost impossible for foreigners but this option made it possible”
Private day trip from Beijing to Badaling Great Wall and Longqing Gorge with Dragon Elevator, boat ride, and hotel pickup.
“This was a truly spectacular day. The gorge and boat ride provided the most amazing scenery and the trip to the Great Wall was the perfect ending. History, nature and the beauty that is China. Totally worth it.”
The Wall, the palaces, the hutongs and the table. Every way into the city, in one place.
