Private Tour of the Huangyaguan Great Wall & Qing Tombs
Tour Details
Looking to discover the less touristy part of the Great Wall of China? To do so, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Beijing and leave the city to begin our drive towards the border between the Chinese capital and the city of Tianjin, in the northern part of the country.
After 3 hours, we'll reach the impressive Huangya entrance gate. We'll walk for over 3 kilometres (almost 1.9 miles) and, during this journey, we'll see 20 watchtowers and a fortress. While we climb the long sections of stairs, we'll discuss the great Ming Dynasty, which lasted over 300 years, and how Huangyaguan also represented a significant architectural achievement of the Northern Qi Dynasty.
To re-energise after our walk, we'll say goodbye to Huangyaguan and visit a restaurant where we'll enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch. We deserve it after all those steps!
Afterwards, we'll make our way to the Qing Tombs, an enigmatic collection of 17th-century mausoleums. Its importance lies in the fact that the first Qing emperor is buried here. Moreover, it is said to be the largest and best-preserved necropolis in China.
We'll then pass the funeral chambers adorned with lavish decoration and traditional architecture that house the remains of 5 emperors, over 100 concubines, empresses, princes, and princesses of the Qing Dynasty.
Finally, after a comprehensive tour full of history, well return to Beijing and say goodbye at your hotel nine hours after the pickup
Additional Info
Hotel pickup and drop–off services are included in this activity for those staying within the 4th Ring Road of Bejing.
More Information
Duration
9 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transport by bus or minibus
English–speaking guide
Tickets
Lunch
A bottle of water
Private and exclusive guide, nobody else will be in your group
When to book?
You can book up until 48 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Discover Beijing Tours
Corporate name: Discover Beijing Tours
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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