10-day from the Northeast Coast of China to the Capital
If you don't want to miss out on any part of the Great Wall this is the trek for you!
This program has been designed for serious Great Wall fanatics.
For Great Wall enthusiasts, this is the ultimate experience. This 10-day tour takes you to every popular Great Wall hike in northeast China. You’ll see every example of Great Wall architecture and structure on this trek.
You’ll have the option of sleeping overnight in one of the watchtowers of the Great Wall, which is sure to be an unforgettable experience! Watch the sunrise and sunset from the best seat in the house!
This is the ultimate Great Wall experience. It is a 10-day hike, ready to test your mental and physical strength thoroughly. This hike, you will see all the various styles of the Great Wall, the architecture, and structure.
Have you ever dreamed about sleeping on the wall and camp in a watchtower that was once guarded by soldiers? You will experience this unique camping experience for two nights!
Visit the Qing Tombs, the resting place of China’s last rulers during the ming dynasty.
Our program also includes a hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu, which features restored, natural Great Wall and a toboggan ride! One trek you won’t want to miss!
Want to spend nine days or 12 days on the Great Wall?
Both a 9-day trek and a 12-day trek are available.
What we supply you
- English-speaking guide who can tell you the story behind the wall;
- Professional driver who can drive over the mountains;
- Quality vehicle (Volkswagen Passat or Buick Minivan) that can travel safely and comfortably;
- Full camping gear such as the tent, sleeping bags, and mattress;
- Our 14-years' knowhow for a great experience.
10-day Great Wall Trekking plus Camping around Beijing
Day 1: Beijing to Old Dragon's Head
We begin our journey with a 4-hour drive to Old Dragon's Head and onto Shanhaiguan Pass. We will visit the Shanhaiguan Great Wall Museum, where you will hear about the history and military strategy of this section of the wall, and displaying military relics. After a Chinese northern-style dinner, we will tour the Old Town of Shanhaiguan, which will give you a chance to learn the culture and the local's life.
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Shanghaiguan Hotel or similar
Day 2: Jiaoshan Great Wall
Jiaoshan Peak is known as “the first mountain of the Great Wall.” Jiaoshan ancient wall will bring you back in time. Jiaoshan is the highest peak of Guancheng North Mountain Barrier, with an elevation of 519 meters. Jiaoshan is the first mountain peak of the Great Wall of China to cross northward from the old dragon head. The further you hike the wall, the more it becomes deteriorated. We will drive to Dongjiakou Great Wall and sleep overnight there.
Distance: 9 km Time: 4 hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Shanghaiguan Hotel or similar
Day 3: East Qing Tombs to Huangyaguan
We start off with a trip to the East Qing Tombs. These are the best-preserved tombs in China. They hold the following:
Five emperors
Four empresses
Five imperial concubines
One princess
Placed in order of the most distinguished and senior members.
We will then hike the Huangyaguan Great Wall section. Here you will come across a pattern. This pattern is known as the “Bagua pattern,” a unique labyrinth designed to confuse, fool, and trap enemies. This is a unique experience.
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Huangyaguan Hotel or similar
Day 4: Peace Fort to Huangyaguan and Sky Ladder
Peace Fort (Taipingzhai) is where we begin today’s journey; it starts from Banlagang Mountain in the east and finishing at Guafu Tower, known as Widow Tower in the west.
Making our way westward, we will reach the steepest part of this section, the Huangya Sky Ladder. This ladder leads to the top of the ridge to the sky like Jack on his beanstalk! When we climb over the ladder, we will reach the area of the Great Wall built in the Northern Qi Dynasty, marking the end of the Huangyaguan section. We will then drive to Jinshanling, and there we will rest for the night.
Distance: 9 km
Time: 4 hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Huangyaguan Hotel or similar
Day 5: West Simatai to Jinshanling
Jinshanling’s closely spaced towers and broad mountain views make it a rewarding place to walk and photograph. Look for the defensive barriers, inscribed bricks, and other construction details that distinguish its architecture.
Tonight, we will camp on the Great Wall in an ancient watchtower.
Distance: 8 km
Time: 3.5 Hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Camping on the Wall!
Day 6: Jinshanling to Gubeikou
Adventure through the most ancient battlefield of The Great Wall named Gubeikou. This section was used against the Japanese in the 1930s. In 1933, the Chinese army fought against a Japanese invasion at Gubeikou. After four long months of battling, there were over 5000 Japanese soldiers killed and 9000 Chinese soldiers. You can see that Gubeikou is not merely a relic, but it remained as a battlefield in the modern world. We will transfer to Jiankou, where we will sleep tonight.
Distance: 11 km
Time: 4.5 Hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Miss-U-Much Hostel
Day 7: Crouching Tigers Mountain
The Crouching Tigers Mountain runs along the left side of Gubeikou. "Crouching tigers" comes from the shape of the mountain, as it looks like a pair of tigers with one pushing up and one pushing down acting as protectors of Beijing. The ancient status and amazing views of the Great Wall here remains perfect, despite its age as it hasn't changed for over hundreds of years from the Ming Dynasty era.
We will transfer to Jiankou to rest for the night.
Distance: 10 km
Time: 4 Hour
INCLUDED
Meals: B, L, D
Accommodation: Laohe's Inn
Day 8: The Magic Jiankou
This area is very beautiful and known for its white glow and its steepness. Known as 'Arrow Nock' in English as it features an arrow-shaped mountain. It was built in the Ming Dynasty era (1368 - 1644). Today The Great Wall at Jiankou retains its original appearance since its construction in 1368. It is known for its 'wildness' otherwise untouched, unrestored, and has all its history on display for you to see! One of the most notable features is its zigzags for 9.3 miles.
Once we descend from the Great Wall, we will spend the night at a farmer's inn.
Distance: 10 km
Time: 4 Hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Good Fortune Inn
Day 9: Jiankou to Mutianyu
Not many people know about this part of the Great Wall (Mutianyu) and the other section and more populous section, Badaling. Which is always like a swarm of bees around a beehive, it's a bustling area, and there are just too many people there to truly take in your surroundings and enjoy your visit, especially during peak time.
Mutianyu is the perfect alternative if you are looking for more of a peaceful experience. It is closer to Beijing than Badaling is, and maybe this is another reason you would choose this part. Mutianyu is known for its steep landscape and its uniqueness. W we will transfer to Huanghucheng to camp on the Great Wall again!
Distance: 11 km
Time: 4.5 Hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch: Dinner:
Accommodation: Camping on the Great Wall
Day 10: Huanghuacheng Lakeside
Huanghuacheng sits near a lake and a reservoir. The crescent-shaped reservoir is called Huanghuacheng Reservoir, while the name of the lake is Jintang.
Explore restored Great Wall masonry at Huanghuacheng and consider a boat trip on Haoming Lake. Sightseeing cruises and rowing boats offer another perspective on the fortifications and surrounding mountain scenery.
Distance: 10 km
Time: 4 Hours
INCLUDED
Meals: Breakfast: Lunch
Complimentary Airport Drop-off
We will transfer you to the airport from your hotel in Beijing as a way to say thank you for choosing the Great Wall Adventure Club.
Food on the Road
For any specific food needs or allergies please let us know. We will inform the chefs in the restaurants and hotels we will visit in advance so there are no speed bumps on your journey.
What else our service includes
We take care of all of the following
* Personal transfers from hotel and return
* Great Wall entry fees
* Daily meals (when hiking on the Great Wall)
* Exclusive access to camping at a watchtower
* All other accommodation along the Great Wall
* All necessary camping equipment such as tents & bags
* Quality vehicle, professional driver and English-speaking tour guide
* A free membership card
* A credit of $50 when you reserve the next tour with us