Great Wall Overnight: Mutianyu to Cliff-Side Wall+Rural Life

Northern China, Beijing



Experience two iconic Great Wall: hike restored Mutianyu day one; overnight beneath the Wall. Next day, trek cliff-side ruins & make dumplings with locals—a taste of rural life.

Highlights

  • Hike the majestic, restored watchtowers of Mutianyu Great Wall.
  • Sleep in a cozy village homestay nestled right beneath the Great Wall.
  • Trek dramatic cliff-side ruins with breathtaking lake views below
  • Make dumplings with villagers and savor authentic rural flavors.

Description

Guide Service: English Guided Tour subway exit and escort you to the bus. Departure Time: 10:00AM Meeting Point: Dongzhimen Subway Station-Exit C How to reach the meeting point? You can take Subway Line 2 Line 13 or Airport Express, and get off at the【Dongzhimen Station】, Exit C is the bus meeting point. By Taxi, Tell the driver: 东直门地铁站C出口。 Itinerary‌: Day 1:Beijing -- Mutianyu Great Wall 10:00 | Meet at the assembly point and board an English-speaking coach for the 1.5-hour drive from downtown Beijing to Mutianyu Great Wall. 11:30 | Arrive at Mutianyu and enjoy 4 hours of free exploration. Hike the majestic, fully restored watchtowers, soak in sweeping mountain views, and feel the Great Wall's timeless grandeur. 16:00 | Return to the MuBus Visitor Center and savor a hearty country-style buffet, featuring fresh local flavors and traditional Chinese dishes. 17:00 | Check into MuBus Villa, a traditional courtyard retreat at the foot of the Wall. Relax on the terrace with a cup of coffee or Chinese tea as the sunset paints the Great Wall in golden hues. Overnight at the villa. ------------------------------ Day 2:Cliff-Side Great Wall -- Dumpling-making -- Beijing 08:30 | Wake up at your own pace and enjoy a relaxed breakfast at MuBus Villa, fueling up for the day ahead. 09:00 | Board the van and set off for the Cliff-Side Great Wall. 10:00 | Arrive and marvel at the dramatic cliff-side Great Wall. Unlike the restored Mutianyu, this section retains its raw, untouched beauty—perched precariously on sheer cliffs, it's a sight that leaves travelers in awe. Note: Due to the steep and rugged terrain, we'll visit several watchtowers while avoiding the most dangerous areas. 11:30 | After the visit, transfer back to MuBus Villa. 12:30 | Join your village host for a hands-on dumpling-making session, immersing yourself in authentic rural culture. Then enjoy the dumplings you made for lunch. 14:30 | After lunch, say goodbye to your village host and board the coach back to downtown Beijing. 16:30 | Arrive at the downtown meeting point, bringing your Great Wall overnight adventure to a memorable close.

Includes

Bus transportation throughout the tour English speaking tour guide Service. Entrance ticket to the Mutianyu Great Wall and Cliff-Side Wall. Countryside homestay dumpling set meal with drinks included. 1-Night accommodation in MuBus villa with queen bed & breakfast. Country-Style Buffet at Mutianyu Restaurant.

Excludes

Cable car at Mutianyu and downhill slide at Water Great Wall are optional—purchase tickets on-site if you wish to ride.

Important Information

  • Please provide your names and passport number of everyone in your group. Please arrive at the meeting place 10 minutes in advance. During morning there may be heavy traffic jam, so it is recommended that you take the subway to the meeting place. Lunch based on option you selected. Free luggage storage at Mubus Tourist Center. The tour guide will contact you by Whatsapp or Email. Important Reminder: Our company holds mandatory travel agency liability insurance, which only covers losses caused by our service negligence. We highly advise all participants to arrange their own travel insurance before departure, as personal travel insurance is not included in this booking. Please note that all medical expenses and personal accidents caused by the guest’s own actions or carelessness during the tour shall be the sole responsibility of the guest.

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