Discover the Great Wall of China on this Short Stay. This 5-day hiking adventure takes you along some of the most dramatic and lesser-visited sections of the Great Wall. Operating between March and October when the conditions are ideal, and travelling with an expert Great Wall hiking guide, you'll trek from the rugged Gubeikou and Jinshanling stretches to the wild, photogenic peaks of Jiankou, finishing at the beautifully restored Mutianyu section. Along the way, enjoy local hospitality in mountain villages and take in sweeping views of ancient watchtowers and forested valleys.
Please note: Walking boots and poles are recommended for this hike. The pathway is rocky, steep in places and largely unmaintained.
Our Great Wall Adventure tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine and thoroughly researched to bring you a range of once-in-a-lifetime experiences, many of which are entirely exclusive to us.
Hike on this lesser-visited part of the Great Wall
Explore the rugged and rural Jiankou section
Compare the rugged, unrestored sections of the Wall to Mutianyu's meticulously restored stonework
Make your way to Beijing Capital Airport or Beijing Railway Station where you will be met and transferred by private vehicle to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore at your leisure. Early check-in is not included. Additional transfer supplement is applicable if arriving into Beijing Daxing airport.
This morning, transfer to the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall, less visited than other parts of the Wall. From here, start your hike to the Jinshanling section. You will be walking for 5 to 6 hours over a distance of 10 km. Gubeikou is a rough and wild section of the Great Wall, while Jinshanling is known for its beautiful brickwork and watchtowers. The walk intersects a military base so you will divert and rejoin the Wall at Jinshanling and continue east. Overnight in a simple yet charming courtyard hotel at the foot of the Wall.
Continue hiking 8km (approx 5 hours) through Jinshanling to the East Five-Eye Tower, offering views of the Simatai section. After lunch, transfer to Wohushan and hike a remote, lesser-known 2-hour stretch of the Wall along dramatic ridgelines. Later, journey to Xizhazi Village at the base of Jiankou, and enjoy a home-cooked meal and warm hospitality at a family-run guesthouse.
Trek 10km (4–5 hours) through the wild and photogenic Jiankou section, known for its steep inclines and stunning views. After lunch, descend onto the restored Mutianyu section, where the Wall's original grandeur is beautifully preserved. Return to Beijing in the late afternoon for a well-earned rest.
Transfer from your hotel to Beijing Capital Airport or Beijing Railway Station by private vehicle, for your onward journey. Late check-out is not included. Additional transfer supplement applicable if departing from Beijing Daxing airport.
All of our tour departures include international flights and taxes in the price unless a land only option is selected
We have a selection of dedicated departures for solo travellers. These departures feature a maximum group size of 18 and exclusive benefits including a single room throughout your tour, complimentary return airport transfers (within 50km radius of major Australian airports) and a cocktail on arrival at your destination. Travellers from Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne also receive a complimentary Australian airport lounge pass for use prior to departure.
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George was exceptional in his care of us all, nothing was too much trouble, he genuinely cared that we were having a great holiday. His knowledge and that of the local guides at each province gave us great insight into the history of the location and various sightseeing spectacles we were there to see.Mr and Mrs Brown
"Happiness can be infectious". As a friendly, caring and easy-going guide I can ensure you will have a worry-free and most rewarding trip, with a knowledgeable, professional and light-hearted guide.
Our National Guide, Alice, was excellent and very caring and thoughtful for all the group. Our local guides were also very good and provided lots of information and were flexible to allow us enough time to see everything and even arrange extra trips.Mr Andrew Charles
From my passion and knowledge of my country, you will experience a cross-cultural charm, full of stories and laughter on tour with me. You will be left with great memories and knowledge of China.
The success of this tour was due largely to our wonderful National Escort, Amanda, who guided our small “family” throughout and made this trip a "holiday of a lifetime". If you have the opportunity, try to arrange for Amanda to be your Tour Manager!Mr Edward Ayling
This is an experience of a lifetime. If I am your guide, you will have my knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to make this an unforgettable journey.
Our tour guide Jason was brilliant & a credit to your company. He was funny, intelligent, informative, always available and would go the extra mile when neededMrs Carrick
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Our National Escort Tony we couldn't speak highly enough. He was very well conversant with the English language and very knowledgeable in the history of the great country of China. Tony catered to our every need which made our holiday stress free.Mrs Diane Foley
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All of our tours offer a single room supplement, which means you’ll have a room to yourself throughout your chosen tour. Continue the check-out process for the applicable supplement.
On most tours, you can choose our 'Happy to Share' option, which may enable you to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance.
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