7 Days Beijing Great Wall Hiking Tour: Forbidden City, Temples & Authentic Trekking

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7 Days Beijing Great Wall Hiking Tour

CODE: GDT2275

Private Tour

Duration: 5 - 7 days

Price from: Contact

Route: China - Jinshanling - Huanghuacheng - Jiankou - Beijing

Overview

Embark on an epic 7-day Beijing Great Wall Hiking Tour, an unforgettable adventure designed for those eager to delve into China's imperial past and conquer its most iconic landmark. This meticulously crafted itinerary focuses on immersive hiking experiences along various, often less-crowded, sections of the Great Wall, offering breathtaking panoramic views and a deeper connection to this ancient wonder. Beyond the Wall, you'll explore Beijing's historical masterpieces, including the Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, ensuring a comprehensive blend of outdoor activity and cultural immersion in China's captivating capital.

Highlight

Great Wall Hiking (Mutianyu/Jiankou/Jinshanling/Gubeikou): Experience an unparalleled adventure with multiple hiking opportunities on different sections of the Great Wall of China. Options may include:
- Mutianyu: Well-preserved, offering stunning views and a cable car/chairlift for easy access.
- Jiankou: A wilder, more challenging, and unrestored section for true adventurers (subject to conditions).
- Jinshanling: Known for its intricate watchtowers and fantastic photographic opportunities, often connecting to Simatai.
- Gubeikou: An ancient and strategic section with a more rugged, authentic feel.
- Specific sections visited will depend on tour logistics and group preference, prioritizing the best hiking experience.
Forbidden City & Tiananmen Square: Explore the magnificent Forbidden City, the imperial palace for centuries, and Tiananmen Square, one of the world's largest public squares, delving into China's imperial history.
Temple of Heaven: Witness the architectural grandeur of the Temple of Heaven, where emperors once performed sacred rituals, and observe locals practicing tai chi and traditional dances.
Summer Palace: Wander through the sprawling Summer Palace, a vast complex of lakes, gardens, and palaces, serving as a summer retreat for imperial families.
Hutong Alleyways Exploration: Experience authentic old Beijing with a rickshaw ride through traditional Hutong alleyways, offering a glimpse into local life and ancient courtyard homes.
Peking Duck Dinner: Indulge in an authentic Peking Duck dinner, a renowned culinary delight.
Expert Guidance: Enjoy the insights of knowledgeable local guides who bring history and culture to life.
Comfort & Convenience: Seamless logistics with comfortable accommodation and transfers, ensuring a worry-free and enriching adventure.

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HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival Beijing

Transfer service to hotelMeals: No mealAccommodation: In BeijingArrive in Beijing, the capital city of China, you will be met at the airport (Beijing Capital International Airport) by tour guide and transferred to your comfortable hotel. Free at leisure for the rest of the day.

Day 2: Beijing - Eastern Qing Tomb - Huangyaguan - Jinshanling

Eastern Qing Tomb, Huangyaguan Great Wall hiking, Drive to Jinshanling Great WallMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Guesthouse at the Bottom of the WallToday's Hiking Time & Length: 1.5 hoursThe Great Wall hiking tour will begin from your hotel in Beijing. Be picked up from your hotel in the early morning and transferred directly to Eastern Qing Tomb for a visit. Eastern Qing Tomb is the largest imperial grave complex with surrounding natural landscape in all of China. It is the home of 5 emperors and 15 empresses (as well as numerous concubines). After that drive you to Huangyaguan Great Wall and enjoy a leisure 1.5-hour hiking trip on this well-renovated Great Wall. And then, drive you to Jinshanling Great Wall area and stay overnight in a guesthouse at the bottom of the Wall.

Day 3: Jinshanling

Jinshanling Great Wall hiking, Wohushan Great Wall hikingMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Guesthouse at the Bottom of the WallToday's Hiking Time & Length: 4 hours/8 km in totalAfter the simple breakfast, start your Jinshanling Great Wall hiking today. You will hike eastward from Jinshanling towards the Simatai Section, the scenery along is extremely fantastic! You will stop at Wuyan Tower on Jinshanling section. This tower ensures you a great view of Simatai Section. Then down to the parking lot at the Jinshanling and enjoy the lunch of today.The afternoon Great Wall hiking section is Wohushan Great Wall which is needed a short transferring from Jinshanling. Wohushan (Crouching Tiger Mountain) Great Wall hiking may need 2 hours. Wohushan — so named because two distinct peaks resemble a pair of tigers, one looks up and the other bends down. Wohushan Great Wall is famous for its precipitous geography. Hundreds years passed, the old wall without renovation becomes one of the most representatives for people to appreciate the original Great Wall architectural art.When finish this hiking, you will be transferred back to the guesthouse on the bottom of Jinshanling Great Wall area and stay overnight.

Day 4: Jinshanling - Gubeikou - Huanghuacheng

Jinshanling to Gubeikou Great Wall hiking, Drive to HuanghuachengMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Guesthouse at the Bottom of the WallToday’s Hiking Time & Length: 5-6 hours/10 km in totalToday’s hiking time will be around 5 hours/10km in total from Jinshanling to General Tower on Gubeikou Section. On the hiking route, there is a military area which is forbidden to pass through. So you will bypass this part by going through a lovely village. Upon arrival at the end point of the hiking, you will be transferred to a small village at the bottom of the Huanghuacheng Great Wall. Stay overnight in a guesthouse there.

Day 5: Huanghuacheng - Xishuiyu - Jiankou

Hiking from Huanghuacheng to Xishuiyu, Drive to JiankouMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: Guesthouse at the Bottom of the WallToday's Hiking Time & Length: 4 hours/8 km in totalToday you will hike from Huanghuacheng section to Xishuiyu. Firstly hiking up to a watch tower which can offer an overlooking of the Huanghuacheng Reservoir. Continue to hike and the route becomes steep. The destination of today is the highest point of the route. Lunch is a picnic on the Wall. The road to Xishuiyu needs to be more careful while climbing. The road is hard but the scenery is great! The broken wall built along the mountain range and stretches to distances. You will down to the Wall through a mountain trail. And then, be transferred from Xishuiyu Village to the bottom of Jiankou Great Wall. Stay overnight in a guesthouse there.

Day 6: Jiankou - Mutianyu - Beijing

Hiking from Jiankou to Mutianyu, Drive back to BeijingMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: BeijingToday's Hiking Time & Length: 4-5 hours/10 km in totalAfter the breakfast in the guesthouse, you will begin the Jiankou-Mutianyu Great Wall hiking. Be well-known in photographers, Jiankou Great Wall is famous for its “wild taste”. Covered by forest, and without renovation, the rough and broken wall will let you know more about the history of the Great Wall, enjoy more impressive experience than the typical tourists get.When finish this hiking on Mutianyu Great Wall, you will enjoy a late lunch at a restaurant near Mutianyu, where is known for its delicious fish.Then driving back to your hotel in Beijing and finishing this 3-day hiking tour.

Day 7: Departure Beijing

Transfer service to airportMeals: BreakfastFree at leisure before transfer to airport.Service Ends

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