2-Day Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking and Camping Tour
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2-Day Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking and Camping Tour

Camp on the Great Wall Like an Imperial Soldier

Walking on the Great Wall and camping in a watchtower, just like a soldier guarding the border in medieval times, would be a great experience, allowing you to get a sense of the Wall's history.

This 2-day Great Wall hiking and camping tour offers a variety of scenery along the Great Wall and a unique experience that will leave a lasting impression.

Tour 'Wow' Points

Walk on a Delicate Mixture of the Restored and Wild Great Wall

The wild section gives you a sense of what it would have been like in its original glory. While the repaired section will transport you back in time to the heyday of imperial China.

the wild section of Jinshanling Great Wall
the restored section of Jinshanling Great Wall

Sleepover by an Ancient Military Watchtower

When night falls, camp right by an original watchtower where soldiers were once garrisoned. See the incredibly starry sky, feel the tranquility of the mountains, and travel back in time to medieval China.

camp by an watchtower on Great Wall

Enjoy an amazing sunrise/sunset on the Great Wall

Appreciating the stunning views including a sunrise and a sunset over the Great Wall would give you an unforgettable experience.

enjoy an amazing sunrise on the Great Wall

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Itinerary Quick Look

Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.

DAY 1 Hike the Rural Section from Gubeikou to Jinshanling

Your private guide will meet you at around 8:00am in your hotel lobby. Transfer to the Gubeikou Great Wall

The Gubeikou section is completely wild and holds significant historical interest. Your guide will share stories that took place in this section.

After about 2 hours of hiking on the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall, you will need to descend from the wall to avoid a military area. Walking along a path through cornfields for 1½ hours, you will reach the Wall again at the Jinshanling section.

Lunch is at a restaurant near Jinshanling. Then transfer to the campping site by the Jinshanling Great Wall. Enjoy a BBQ dinner and a memorable night right by the Great Wall.

Hiking distance:10 km (6 miles)

DAY 2Hike the Photogenic Section at Jinshanling

Enjoy a sunrise before starting today's hike.

It takes about 3 hours to hike from Jinshanling to Simatai West, the junction of the Jinshanling and Simatai sections.

This section has breathtaking views and offers stunning photo opportunities that vary with the seasons. As this section is half-restored, you can see both the unrepaired ancient watchtowers and a restored section of the Wall during the hike.

After the hike, transfer back to downtown of Beijing.

Hiking distance:6 km (4 miles)

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— camp in an original watchtower on the Great Wall

The camping gear includes two-person tent with two sleeping bags and roll mats, depending on group size.

camp on the Great Wall
FromUS$569p/p Based on a private tour for 2 people. Price varies depending on program, travel date, and number of people.

Price includes:

  • Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
  • English speaking local guide
  • Activities,camp, and meals listed in the itinerary
  • 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling

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