China Mountains Trips

This tour was fascinating, if challenging in places. The Wall sections walked covered a good range of types from rammed earth banks, to steps large and small, and steep hillside climbs. The views were fabulous, and there was a real sense of history on the unrestored sections, which we more or less had to ourselves. The incidental visits: boat trip, tombs, Beijing sights, were great and a good trigger for Oliver our guide to share cultural history with us. We mostly walked to the guesthouses from the Wall, and met our luggage there. All the accommodation was clean and comfortable - it generally exceeded expectations. We ate as a group every night, in local restaurants which were uniformly delicious, and around 100-150 yuan a night. Added to a good breakfast a few snacks were all that was needed to get us through the day so no time was wasted on lunch, which was a bonus. Bring gloves and boots with good grip, and poles for slippy downhill sections.

This was one of the most incredible trips I’ve ever taken. The group was friendly and the pace was just right. I felt very well taken care of, and the guide ensured we had plenty of time to take photos and relax. I may return soon to the western part of Tibet and recommend it to anyone interested in Tibetan culture and stunning landscapes.

The Kailash Kora was one of the most intense experiences of my life. The scenery was stark but beautiful, and I felt a deep sense of respect for this sacred mountain. The tour was fantastic. Both Dorji, our guide, and Tenzin, our driver, were outstanding. They took care of everything we requested. Doeji was very knowledgeable and responded to all our questions.

An awesome variety of Great Wall walking - the best part of the trip. Challenging at times but more than doable for the moderately fit. Fantastic to get away from the usual busy parts of the wall and have the chance to get away from it all. Spectacular!

Our guide Lhakdon was very knowledgeable and attentive, making sure everyone was comfortable and informed. The driver was also a friendly guy. His driving was very safe, smooth ride all the way. I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in exploring Tibet’s unique spiritual and natural wonders.

A trip with spectacular scenery and delicious food! Our excellent guide John worked hard to meet the diverse needs of the group and we felt really looked-after. The walking on the Wall is quite intense, with lots of inclines and lots of wild areas, but it was worth it for the views and for the experience.