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Explore Beijing's Imperial Ming Tombs Heritage

Step back in time and explore the majestic Ming Tombs (Ming Shisan Ling), a UNESCO World Heritage site located just outside Beijing. Discover the profound history of China's imperial dynasty as you walk the Sacred Way and marvel at the architectural grandeur of the underground palaces. Whether you are booking a private historical tour or a guided cultural sightseeing experience, these imperial mausoleums offer an unparalleled journey through ancient traditions and breathtaking landscapes. From the intricate stone carvings to the serene natural surroundings, a visit to the Ming Tombs is a must-see attraction for every history enthusiast and traveler seeking an authentic Beijing experience.

4.88/5 avg ratingTours from $38115+ tour options77% private tours

At a glance

Tour Price

Tour Price

$143–$259 typical

Median price is $188, with a wide range from $38 to $379

Rating

Rating

4.88★ average

Based on 1,911 pooled reviews

Tour Length

Tour Length

6.1–9.9 hours typical

Median duration is 8 hours

Best Value

Best Value

Historical Tours

Average 4.88★ at $170 per tour

Tour Type

Tour Type

Mostly Private

77% of available options are private tours

Languages

Languages

8 languages offered

Includes English, Chinese, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Portuguese, and Zh-Tw

124 Products

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour

9 hrsPrivate tour
4.99 (154 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$112$133
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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour
Summary

Visit the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and the Ming Tombs, both UNESCO World Heritage sites, on a full-day private tour from Beijing.

Mutianyu + Ming Tombs or Summer Palace Private Day Tour

Mutianyu + Ming Tombs or Summer Palace Private Day Tour

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.99 (96 reviews)
99.85%
0.15%
Amazingvery special experienceknowledge
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$220
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Mutianyu + Ming Tombs or Summer Palace Private Day Tour
Summary

Come and travel with the experienced and knowledgeable tour guide to visit the Mutianyu section, a stretch less crowded than the others. After lunch, visit one of the most famous imperial gardens-Summer Palace which is considered the model of tradinational Chinese garden art, you will know more hist...

Inclusions
  • Entrance tickets& Shuttel bus tickets
  • Round Trip cable car or chair lift up and toboggan down the wall for Mutianyu section
  • Local Lunch
  • Private Transfer with private driver
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Private English guide
Exclusions
  • Accommodation
  • Dinner
  • Gratuity to the guide and driver
Itinerary
  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Summer Palace
  • Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Good to know
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required, Extra fee is requested after 8 hours tour
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Beijing Private Tour: Summer Palace, Panda House and Options

Beijing Private Tour: Summer Palace, Panda House and Options

2 hrsPrivate tour
5 (30 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$56$62
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Beijing Private Tour: Summer Palace, Panda House and Options
Summary

Embark on flexible 2–6 hour guided packages with English-speaking guide, centered on the Summer Palace/Panda House, plus optional add-ons:Great Wall/Temple of Heaven/Forbidden City/Ming Tombs and more

Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.98 (52 reviews)
100%
0%
génialrecommanderservizio impeccabile
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$110
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Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Summary

Take a private tour to two monumental UNESCO World Heritage Sites located near Beijing: the Great Wall of China at Mutianyu and Ming Tombs. We will take you to the less-crowded Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, which offers superb viewing of historical and architectural features, along with sweepi...

Inclusions
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • Private Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Ming tombs entrance fee
  • Great Wall entrance fee and Shuttle bus ride
  • A Speaking English Tour Guide(Not included if you choose Private Day Tour Without Guide option)
Exclusions
  • Meals
  • Cable car / chairlift and toboggan tickets for Great Wall
Itinerary
  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

All Inclusive Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

All Inclusive Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (27 reviews)
100%
0%
WonderfulDelightful Dayeating an amazing lunch
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$177$208
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All Inclusive Private Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Summary

Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs are 2 must-see attractions in Beijing. If you're looking to explore these wonders of ancient China in a more intimate setting, our private tour is the perfect choice for you. We offer flexible options for the Ming Tombs part of this excursion to cater to your prefe...

Inclusions
  • Private vehicle
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off ( Hotels within the 5th ring road of Beijing City)
  • Professional guide
  • Cable car round trip or ski lift up and toboggan ticket
  • Entrance fee
Itinerary
  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Dingling Underground Palace
  • Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, 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, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required within Special Requirements, Infants (1-3 years old) are free if not individually occupying a seat
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Beijing Day Trip: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

Private Beijing Day Trip: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.94 (116 reviews)
95.63%
4.37%
awesomerecommendwonderful experience
Viator
$166$208
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Private Beijing Day Trip: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs
Summary

Join this one day private Beijing day trip to the Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs. Lunch, attraction entrance fees and private transfer are all inclusive in this tour.

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance fees(one section of the the Ming Tombs)
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • A local lunch
Exclusions
  • Cable car/toboggan tickets for the Great Wall
Itinerary
  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, If you choose to have different language tour guide other than English or Chinese one, please ensure to make your booking at least 3 days in advance, Children must be accompanied by an adult, Please choose to visit one of the Tomb or Sacred Way at Ming Tombs., Please wear comfortable walking shoes as a moderate amount of walking is involved, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking, Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall&Ming Tombs Private Tour with options

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall&Ming Tombs Private Tour with options

9 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
5 (27 reviews)
92%
8%
greatfriendly and helpful
Viator
$126
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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall&Ming Tombs Private Tour with options
Summary

Visit Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tomb with English driver or English tourguide(Based on Option Select) The Great Wall is a huge military defense project built by ancient China to defend against foreign invaders, and its history can be traced back to more than 2,000 years ago. Stretching thousands...

Inclusions
  • Ding tomb entrance ticket
  • Round-way Private Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Great wall entrance ticket and Internal Shuttle Bus Ride
  • English driver or English tourguide (choose based on your needs)
Exclusions
  • lunch
  • Great Wall Cable Car or Toboggan Ticket
  • Gratuities
Itinerary
  • Beijing
  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
  • Beijing
Good to know
  • Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Instant Confirmation - You will receive a confirmation email immediately after successful booking, High flexibility - You can decide your departure time according to your own wishes and needs, but during the weekends and holidays recommend you leave earlier to avoid the traffic and crowd, Arrange the stopover time freely: A flexible departure time also means that you can arrange the stopover time during the journey freely. You don't have to be bound by the public transportation schedule, and you can freely decide how long to stroll and enjoy the scenery, as well as how much time to spend taking photos as mementos., Please wear appropriate clothes according to the weather and It is recommended to bring sunscreen, sunglasses or umbrellas or cap in summer, Please wear comfortable walking shoes, Children Under 5 years old are free to join, Baby seats and winter coats offered if you request
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour

Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour

8 hrsPrivate tour
4.95 (99 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$178$198
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Beijing: Mutianyu Great Wall and Ming Tombs Private Tour
Summary

Embark on a private Beijing day tour covering 2 of China’s most iconic must-see attractions. Choose Badaling or Mutianyu Great Wall. For Ming Tombs, pick your combo from Sacred Way, Dingling&Changling

Private Beijing Layover Tour

Private Beijing Layover Tour

8 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (14 reviews)
95.77%
4.23%
recommendedexcellenthelpful
Viator
$300
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Private Beijing Layover Tour
Summary

This private Beijng layover tour will guide you to the famous Mutianyu Great Wall - one of seven wonders in the world. You will see the most beautiful view section of the wall. Sightseeing, hiking, and photo taking, stroll the underground palace and explore the ancient Ming Tombs, built to house the...

Inclusions
  • Admission fees (if All Inclusive Private Tour option is selected)
  • Round-trip private transfer
  • Lunch (if All Inclusive Private Tour option is selected)
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Professional driver
Exclusions
  • Personal expense
Itinerary
  • Mutianyu Great Wall
  • Ming Tombs (Ming Shishan Ling)
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Specialized infant seats are available, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Beijing: Juyongguan Great Wall, Sacred Way & Ming Tombs Trip

Beijing: Juyongguan Great Wall, Sacred Way & Ming Tombs Trip

8 hrs
4.97 (68 reviews)
GetYourGuide
$70$78
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Beijing: Juyongguan Great Wall, Sacred Way & Ming Tombs Trip
Summary

Enjoy a full-day guided tour to visit less crowded Great Wall at Juyongguan Section, and gain deep insight into Ming Dynasty's history at Scared road and Dingling Underground Palace at Ming Tombs

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Pairs well with

Landmarks travelers visit on the same route as Ming Tombs (Ming Shisan Ling).

Dingling Tomb (Mausoleum of Emperor Wanli)
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Dingling Tomb (Mausoleum of Emperor Wanli)

4.1 km away • from $8.2

Juyongguan Great Wall (Great Wall at Juyong Pass)
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Juyongguan Great Wall (Great Wall at Juyong Pass)

14 km away • from $9.9

China Aviation Museum (Datangshan Museum)
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China Aviation Museum (Datangshan Museum)

14 km away • from $148

Huanghuacheng Great Wall
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Huanghuacheng Great Wall

20 km away • from $16

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to the most common questions travelers ask before visiting.

Across the booking platforms we compare, most tours to Ming Tombs run $165–$293, with a median of around $205. The full range spans $75–$379, so there's flexibility depending on group size, inclusions, and whether you book a private or shared experience. Most options (82% of the 170 listings we track) offer free cancellation, which makes booking ahead low-risk.

The vast majority are private tours: 82% of the options we compare are booked as private experiences, often with a dedicated guide and flexible timing. This is unusually high compared to other attractions and reflects how popular personalized visits to the tombs have become. If you prefer a group setting, shared tours are available but less common in the listings.

Most tours run 7.5–10 hours, with a median of around 9 hours. This typically includes travel time from central Beijing, time at the tombs themselves, and often a stop at the Great Wall or another nearby site. The exact duration depends on which tombs you visit and whether your tour includes additional attractions.

Tours are available in 8 languages: English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Spanish, French, German, Russian, and Portuguese. This wide range makes it straightforward to find a guide in your preferred language across the booking platforms we compare.

Tours here have an excellent reputation, with an average rating of 4.85 stars across 1,878 combined reviews on the platforms we track. Reviewers consistently use words like 'excellent,' 'amazing,' 'fantastic,' and 'wonderful,' and frequently praise the tour guides and overall experience. About 77% of reviewed products show positive sentiment, making Ming Tombs one of Beijing's most-loved heritage sites.

Yes, roughly a quarter of the tours we compare are tagged as eco-friendly (25% of listings). These may emphasize sustainable transport, minimal environmental impact, or cultural respect. If this matters to you, filter for eco-friendly tours when browsing, though we'd recommend checking the tour description to confirm what sustainability practices are included.

Most tours offer it: 84% of the options we compare provide instant confirmation, so you can book and receive your confirmation immediately without waiting for manual approval. This, combined with the high rate of free cancellation (82%), means you can secure your spot quickly and adjust plans if needed.

Download the Beijing Metro app for route planning. Purchase a rechargeable transit card at any metro station. The system is extensive, affordable, and signs include English translations at major stations.

Beijing is generally very safe. Chaoyang, Dongcheng, and Xicheng districts are popular for tourists. Avoid unlicensed taxis; use DiDi app or official taxi stands instead for security and fair pricing.

Carry your passport copy. Most places accept mobile payments like Alipay and WeChat Pay. ATMs are widely available. Inform your bank of travel dates. Some small vendors may not accept cards, so carry some cash.

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