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Great Wall Hike

3 days Go Beyond Short Stay

Great Wall Hike

This Great Wall Hike includes three Sections: Gubeikou, Jinshanling and Simatai. Includes a six hour trek from Gubeikou to Jinshanling with expert Great Wall hiking local guides. Please note: Walking boots and poles are recommended for this hike, underfoot, the pathway is rocky, steep in places and largely unmaintained.

  • Physical Rating 5
    You'll need to be fit and adventurous to participate in these tours as on some days you will be active for most of the day. The terrain may be more challenging and the activities more physically demanding.
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    Long active days. Challenging terrain and activities.
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3 DAYS
Jinshanling Gubeikou Simatai
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Day by Day Itinerary

Beijing (1N) - Gubei Watertown (1N)
  • Day 1
    ARRIVE BEIJING
    DAY 1: ARRIVE BEIJING

    Upon arrival you will be transferred to your accommodation. The rest of the day is at leisure.

    **Please note that airport transfers included are from/to Beijing Capital International Airport. A surcharge will apply for transfers from/to Beijing Daxing airport.

  • Day 2
    GUBEIKOU – JINSHANLING HIKE
    DAY 2: GUBEIKOU – JINSHANLING HIKE

    This morning, transfer to the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall, a stretch much less frequented by tourists than others. From here, start your hike towards Jinshanling; you will be walking for around 5-6 hours over a distance of 10 kilometres. Gubeikou is a rough and wild section of the Great Wall, while Jinshanling is known for its beautiful brickwork and watchtowers. Both sections offer some of the best views in China. The walk intersects a military base and you will therefore take a detour off the wall around the base, stopping at a farmhouse for lunch. After finishing your hike, transfer to Gubei Watertown for an overnight stay. After dinner, explore the Simatai section of the Great Wall at night. Much of Simatai Great Wall has not been restored and offers a fantastic insight into years gone by. (B,L,D)

  • Day 3
    GUBEI WATERTOWN
    DAY 3: GUBEI WATERTOWN

    Spend the morning discovering the delights of Gubei Watertown. Built in the style of a Chinese ancient town, Gubei is nestled beside the Simatai section of the Great Wall and encompasses the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir. Today's 5km hike on Jinshanling Great Wall will take approximately 2-2.5 hours. After lunch, return to your hotel in Beijing where arrangements end. (B,L)

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When to go

The best times to visit China are in spring, April to May and autumn, September to October, when the days are warm and rainfall and humidity low.

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    • Accommodation (1 night Beijing, 1 night Gubei Watertown)
    • Meals as stated
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