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Spend a private day from Beijing exploring two UNESCO highlights: the restored battlements of Badaling Great Wall and the sweeping lakes and pavilions of the Summer Palace. This nine‑hour tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees and a local lunch—ideal for travelers wanting history, panoramic walks and efficient logistics.
Spend a private day from Beijing exploring two UNESCO highlights: the restored battlements of Badaling Great Wall and the sweeping lakes and pavilions of the Summer Palace. This nine‑hour tour includes hotel pickup, entrance fees and a local lunch—ideal for travelers wanting history, panoramic walks and efficient logistics.
Morning light breaks over the ridges of the Badaling Great Wall as your private vehicle winds north out of Beijing, the stone ramparts rising against pine-stippled slopes.
You step onto flagstones that carry centuries of soldiers and laborers; the wall here is nearly eight meters high and permits two to three hours of walking across restored battlements or the option of a cable car.
After a local lunch the route returns east to the Summer Palace, where an engineered lake, long corridor and lacquered pavilions reflect Qing dynasty landscape design.
Badaling was the earliest restored section near Beijing and was important in Ming defenses; the Summer Palace was rebuilt in the 19th century and later became an imperial retreat.
Granite ridgelines shape steep watchtowers, while the palace uses engineered lakes and colonnades to frame mountain views.
Practically, expect a nine‑hour private day with hotel pickup, entrance fees and lunch included, and roughly 75 km each way to Badaling from central Beijing.
Wear sturdy shoes for uneven steps, layer for wind and sun, and bring one to two liters of water.
Peak season fills the wall and lengthens checkpoint lines, so earlier departures and skipping the cable car shorten time on site.
If mobility is limited ask about accessible sections or plan the cable car; passport information is required for tickets and guides commonly narrate historical anecdotes during stops.
Bring a charged camera battery, a light rain shell and some cash for souvenirs and local snacks at checkpoints, and enjoy responsibly.
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Operated by Lily's Tour Company · Beijing, Beijing
Morning light breaks over the ridges of the Badaling Great Wall as your private vehicle winds north out of Beijing, the stone ramparts rising against pine-stippled slopes.
You step onto flagstones that carry centuries of soldiers and laborers; the wall here is nearly eight meters high and permits two to three hours of walking across restored battlements or the option of a cable car.
After a local lunch the route returns east to the Summer Palace, where an engineered lake, long corridor and lacquered pavilions reflect Qing dynasty landscape design.
Badaling was the earliest restored section near Beijing and was important in Ming defenses; the Summer Palace was rebuilt in the 19th century and later became an imperial retreat.
Granite ridgelines shape steep watchtowers, while the palace uses engineered lakes and colonnades to frame mountain views.
Practically, expect a nine‑hour private day with hotel pickup, entrance fees and lunch included, and roughly 75 km each way to Badaling from central Beijing.
Wear sturdy shoes for uneven steps, layer for wind and sun, and bring one to two liters of water.
Peak season fills the wall and lengthens checkpoint lines, so earlier departures and skipping the cable car shorten time on site.
If mobility is limited ask about accessible sections or plan the cable car; passport information is required for tickets and guides commonly narrate historical anecdotes during stops.
Bring a charged camera battery, a light rain shell and some cash for souvenirs and local snacks at checkpoints, and enjoy responsibly.
moderate.
9 hours.
Moderate—able to walk 2–3 hours on uneven stone steps with short steep sections
Yes—entrance tickets for Badaling and the Summer Palace are included in the tour price.
No—the cable car at Badaling is optional and available at extra personal expense.
Yes—hotel pickup and drop-off in Beijing are included; confirm your pickup point when booking.
Parts of Badaling include steep steps; inquire about cable car options and accessible sections before booking.
Badaling was the first major section near Beijing to be restored and opened to visitors; the Summer Palace was remodeled in the late Qing era after 19th‑century conflicts.
Stay on designated paths to limit erosion of ancient stone; local authorities manage visitor flow and restoration—avoid touching fragile masonry and dispose of waste properly.
Lily's Tour Company operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light breaks over the ridges of the Badaling Great Wall as your private vehicle winds north out of Beijing, the stone ramparts rising against pine-stippled slopes.
You step onto flagstones that carry centuries of soldiers and laborers; the wall here is nearly eight meters high and permits two to three hours of walking across restored battlements or the option of a cable car.
After a local lunch the route returns east to the Summer Palace, where an engineered lake, long corridor and lacquered pavilions reflect Qing dynasty landscape design.
Badaling was the earliest restored section near Beijing and was important in Ming defenses; the Summer Palace was rebuilt in the 19th century and later became an imperial retreat.
Granite ridgelines shape steep watchtowers, while the palace uses engineered lakes and colonnades to frame mountain views.
Practically, expect a nine‑hour private day with hotel pickup, entrance fees and lunch included, and roughly 75 km each way to Badaling from central Beijing.
Wear sturdy shoes for uneven steps, layer for wind and sun, and bring one to two liters of water.
Peak season fills the wall and lengthens checkpoint lines, so earlier departures and skipping the cable car shorten time on site.
If mobility is limited ask about accessible sections or plan the cable car; passport information is required for tickets and guides commonly narrate historical anecdotes during stops.
Bring a charged camera battery, a light rain shell and some cash for souvenirs and local snacks at checkpoints, and enjoy responsibly.
Morning light breaks over the ridges of the Badaling Great Wall as your private vehicle winds north out of Beijing, the stone ramparts rising against pine-stippled slopes.
You step onto flagstones that carry centuries of soldiers and laborers; the wall here is nearly eight meters high and permits two to three hours of walking across restored battlements or the option of a cable car.
After a local lunch the route returns east to the Summer Palace, where an engineered lake, long corridor and lacquered pavilions reflect Qing dynasty landscape design.
Badaling was the earliest restored section near Beijing and was important in Ming defenses; the Summer Palace was rebuilt in the 19th century and later became an imperial retreat.
Granite ridgelines shape steep watchtowers, while the palace uses engineered lakes and colonnades to frame mountain views.
Practically, expect a nine‑hour private day with hotel pickup, entrance fees and lunch included, and roughly 75 km each way to Badaling from central Beijing.
Wear sturdy shoes for uneven steps, layer for wind and sun, and bring one to two liters of water.
Peak season fills the wall and lengthens checkpoint lines, so earlier departures and skipping the cable car shorten time on site.
If mobility is limited ask about accessible sections or plan the cable car; passport information is required for tickets and guides commonly narrate historical anecdotes during stops.
Bring a charged camera battery, a light rain shell and some cash for souvenirs and local snacks at checkpoints, and enjoy responsibly.