The Great Wall of China: Experience the roller coaster ride amidst the autumn foliage.

A unique experience at a world wonder.

The Great Wall of China is not only a magnificent architectural marvel but also offers unexpected experiences. At the Mutianyu Great Wall section in Beijing, visitors can choose an exciting way to descend the mountain instead of taking the cable car: a toboggan ride. This is a unique activity that appeals to those who love novelty and want to admire the natural scenery from a different perspective.

Ms. Diep had an exciting experience sliding down the Great Wall of China.

According to Ms. Vu Minh Diep, a tourist from Ho Chi Minh City, this experience left a strong impression on her 9-day trip exploring Beijing, especially in autumn when the forests turn vibrant yellow and red.

A 1.5km winding journey through the autumn forest.

The toboggan ride at Mutianyu has a total length of over 1.5km, designed to wind along the mountainside, starting from watchtower number 6 and ending near the exit. Visitors will sit on single or double sleds, controlling their speed themselves with a simple lever: push forward to accelerate and pull backward to brake.

A female tourist from Ho Chi Minh City was thrilled to be able to enjoy the romantic scenery of golden and red leaves while skiing.

"In autumn, sliding down the toboggan while admiring the mountain scenery filled with golden and red leaves is incredibly exhilarating, like flying. Even though it's cold and my hands are numb, I absolutely love it because I get to admire the picturesque scenery," Ms. Diep shared.

With a maximum speed limited to around 30 km/h, the descent takes only 5 to 10 minutes, depending on individual driving skills. This is a safe experience, suitable for most tourists, including those with no prior experience.

If using the toboggan, visitors only need about 5-10 minutes (depending on speed) to travel down the mountain.

Practical information and experience you need to know.

To have a fulfilling trip, travelers should keep the following important information in mind:

Costs and how to buy tickets

Entrance fee to Mutianyu: 40 RMB (approximately 150,000 VND).
The toboggan ride ticket (one way down): 100 RMB (approximately 370,000 VND).
Combined ticket (ascending via suspension chair, descending via slide): 140 RMB (approximately 520,000 VND).
Combo package (bus, entrance ticket, chairlift, waterslide): Approximately 250 RMB (approximately 930,000 VND).

Visitors can purchase tickets directly at the counter or book in advance through online platforms such as Klook and GetYourGuide to avoid long queues, especially during peak season.

Visitors may have to queue for a long time to slide if they visit during peak season/hours.

Important note

Operating hours: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM (peak season) and 8:30 AM - 4:40 PM (off-peak season).
Ideal time: Autumn is the best time. Avoid peak hours like noon or 4-5 pm to avoid long waits.
Safety: Always maintain a minimum safe distance of 20 meters from the vehicle in front. Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Elderly people (over 60) and those with cardiovascular disease are advised not to participate.
Weather: If it rains heavily, the waterslide will temporarily cease operation for safety reasons.