Walk the Great Wall of China

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This was the most incredible trip. Our guide, Oli (Luo) was fabulous. His English was excellent, he had a great sense of humour and he was extremely knowledgeable about all of the places we walked and visited. My fellow travelling companions were great and we enjoyed each other’s company. The views were amazing as was the food and I fell in love with China and its people and have memories I will treasure. Don’t forget your toilet roll or mosquito spray.

Maria | Traveled in August

5 - Excellent

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10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Beijing, China

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Highlights

Beijing - Explore China's capital, visiting iconic sites from Tiananmen Square to the Forbidden City. Panjiakou - See the Great Wall from the water on a boat trip on this picturesque reservoir. Eastern Qing Tombs - Visit the stunning Imperial Tomb Complex of the Qing Dynasty.

Itinerary

For those who dream of walking in the footsteps of history, "Walk the Great Wall of China" is a 10-day guided tour based in Beijing, crafted for experienced explorers. This trip focuses exclusively on the Great Wall’s most striking sections—from the dramatic Dragon's Head by the sea to the undulating terrain of Jinshanling—paired with cultural excursions in Beijing. Along the way, enjoy a boat ride on the picturesque Panjiakou reservoir and a visit to the majestic Eastern Qing Tombs. Its unique feature? A comprehensive trekking experience that balances physical challenge with cultural immersion, offering a deeper understanding of China’s greatest landmark.

day 1Join trip in Beijing

Our tour starts today in Beijing, China's vibrant capital. A hub of culture and politics, the city blends the ancient and the modern with historic sites sitting alongside cutting-edge architecture. The city has been the capital since the late 1200s when Kublai Khan set up his mighty Asian Empire. Interestingly, all clocks in the country are set to Beijing time, despite the westernmost regions being 5,000 kilometres away. Our tour leader will meet us in the hotel reception for a welcome meeting at 6pm this afternoon. For those that wish, there is the chance to go out for a group dinner afterwards. There are no other activities planned for today, so you're free to arrive at any time. If you miss the welcome meeting, your tour leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to arrive into either Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) or Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX). Due to the traffic congestion in the city, you should allow up to 90 minutes to get from the airport to our hotel. If your flight arrives earlier in the day, you might like to head out on foot and explore Beijing's central district with its many parks, temples and restaurants. Beijing is a sprawling metropolis and there's plenty to explore but luckily our hotel is centrally located within walking distance of Tiananmen Square (40 minutes) and the Temple of Heaven (15 mins). Please note, we have one full day in Beijing in the itinerary where we'll be visiting the main sites. If you'd like to get to grips with Beijing's sites, we recommend adding additional nights to your trip pre-tour.

Accommodation

Xiao Xiang Hotel

day 2Visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City

day 3Drive to Shanhaiguan where the Great Wall reaches the sea

day 4Trek on the Great Wall to Jiaoshan Pass. PM drive to Sahe near Panjiakou reservoir

day 5Boat trip beside the wall, walk at Luowenyou

day 6Visit Eastern Qing Tombs; trek on Wall to Huangyaguan

day 7Drive to Gubeikou. Beacon Towers walk to Jinshanling

day 8Trek on the Great Wall towards Simatai; return to Jinshanling

day 9Return to Beijing; optional visit to Summer Palace

day 10Trip ends in Beijing

What's Included

Accommodation

Xiao Xiang Hotel (3 nights)Shanhai Jiari Hotel (1 night)Tangshan Beiguo Lanting Wenhua Hotel (1 night)Qing Feng Hotel (1 night)Ming He Guesthouse (1 night)Rui Xiu Shan Zhuang Guesthouse (2 nights)

Meals

9 Breakfasts

Transport

Driver(s)BusBoat

Guide

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