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The Private Hiking Tour From Gubeikou To Jinshanling
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Joined 2026
Step back in time and traverse one of the most scenic stretches of the Great Wall. From the historic Gubeikou Pass to the rugged, breathtaking Jinshanling section, every step reveals ancient watchtowers, winding paths, and panoramic vistas that seem to stretch endlessly. Whether you seek adventure, history, or simply the thrill of walking where emperors once guarded the empire, this trek promises a journey you will never forget.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Your Hotel
- Your guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel
Gubeikou GreatWall
Your tour starts from 8:00am, and you will arrive at Panlongshan beauty spot - Gubeikou Great Wall after about 2.5 hours driving. Then you will walk for 30 minutes to General Tower and turn right to highest point,after 1.5 to 2 hours, you will reach the 24-hole Guard Tower.
Continue go down to the valley because of military zone,you will see the old house that was built with Great Wall bricks on the way, where the local farmer lived before,we will go through corn field, go up to the hill and go down again to the village,where we have lunch in the local farmer's restaurant.It take 40 minutes after lunch to be back to the wall again,which is Jinshanling Great Wall,It is amazing view ahead.You will take a lot photos here. Keep walking towards east for 1.5 to 2 hours hiking, then you will reach the zhuanduokou where you will exit the Great Wall. you will be transfer back to your Beijing hotel. The entire hiking time for this tour is about 6 to 7 hours.
Local restaurant at Jinshanling
Your will have Chinese lunch in the local restaurant after hiking
Ending Point
Back to your hote
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Private transportation van 7 seater with professional driver
Hotel pick up and drop off
Entrance fee
Lunch in the local restaurant
Gasoline and toll fee
Bottled Water
Personal expense
Tip to the guide and driver
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
Please Book the tour as you want,All is good for us !
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2026
About Tour Guide James R.
•20 years experienced hiking guide on the wild wall around Beijing
•Knowledgeable about Chinese history to the forbidden city and other places in Beijing
•Experienced guide for driving tour in China
$398/ per group
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