7-day 6-Night Week-long Great Wall Trek
Week-long Wild Great Wall Trekking to Various Unrestored Sections
Our 7-day packages are for the true Great Wall admirer. They give you the most in-depth knowledge and a greater understanding of The Great Wall. If you consider yourself a physically active person, you will love this hike. You will be a part of the local culture and try local cuisine.
For these seven days, you will explore the less visited areas of the Great Wall. You will be away from the hustle and bustle of the crowds. The real ancient ruins of the wall will be in your footsteps! Completely unrestored, it lays there as it was a thousand years before, it is quite a sight.
For each hike option you have, you will get the chance to explore the most ancient ruins, breathtaking scenery, watchtowers, and the most inspiring brickwork you have set your eyes on. Would you like to spend a night on the Great Wall?? At Great Wall Adventure Club, we give you this opportunity! Imagine camping in one of the famous watchtowers that were once guarded by soldiers. Make sure you bring your camera because the sunsets and sunrises on the Great Wall are like no other!
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.
Extraordinary 7 day hikes on the Great Wall
7A: From the Coastal Wall to Mountain Fortifications
We begin our hike at the Old Dragon Head, the easternmost point of the Great Wall, where the wall touches the Yellow Sea.
We take you west through Shanhaiguan and Jiaoshan, on the way we stop in some local villages to sample them and take in their culture.
The next day we will hike to Sandaoguan, a section of the Great Wall that possesses both unrestored and re-built portions of the wall.
Then comes the challenging part, a hike from Dongjiakou to Xiaohekou. It is a rare rough area to climb but an excellent experience to view the Great Wall as it was in its history.
The following day we will take a brief rest from the Great Wall to visit the East Qing Tombs, burial tombs where the final leaders were laid to rest.
We will then resume our tour by hiking the Huangyaguan section. Then we end your adventure by going on one of the most popular hikes. Starting from the western end of Simatai, we will pass through to Jinshanling before finishing in Gubeikou, an area famous for the battle against the Japanese in the 1930s. A paradise for photographer’s which offers a tough challenge to hikers.
A Seven-Day Odyssey through the Wild Great Wall
Kicking off your adventure by hiking the unrestored section of Badaling, which is often missed by Chinese/foreign tourists? This section is a challenge to walk but a fantastic experience. Afterward, we cross over into Shixiaguan, a preserved piece of the wall in a mountainous setting.
The next day the scene will shift to Huanghuacheng, and from here, we will hike to Xishuiyu. The hiking here is a challenge, but you’ll be rewarded by a fantastic sight when we reach Xishuiyu-the Great Wall underwater!
The next day we will trek at Jiankou, absolutely stunning sections you will be glad you passed. We will move into Mutianyu, one of the most photographed sections of the Great Wall. If you’re not up for the hike downwards, don’t worry, take the toboggan sleigh down for fun.
The following day, begin at Gubeikou, a Great Wall section associated with battles in the 1930s, and continue toward Jinshanling. The program includes an overnight watchtower camp.
The next day we move into the west Simatai area where the unrestored wall and is like a steep treadmill!
We will then drive to Huangyaguan, a section located in a beautiful valley.
We’ll conclude your adventure by visiting the Baiyangu wall; it features a stunning marble wall for 1.5 km. Not to be seen anywhere else on the wall.
Seven Days of Challenging Great Wall Hiking
A non-stop on the go tour that requires 5-7 hours of hiking per day. This is not a hike made for amateurs. Hikers who are serious about hiking the Great Wall and who are determined to overcome steep terrain. We will begin at Badaling the unrestored section.
Continue through Shixiaguan’s mountain setting, then change landscapes at Huanghuacheng. Follow the route toward Xishuiyu to see where parts of the Great Wall are submerged in the reservoir.
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. We will take things easy when we cross over into Mutianyu, as it is a primarily restored section where the hiking is not so challenging.
The following day we take off from Gubeikou, a place that held battles of the war against the Japanese in the 1930s.
Continue into Jinshanling, where the program includes an overnight watchtower camp.
The next day we move into the west Simatai area where the unrestored wall and is like a steep treadmill!
Our final trek will be at Huanghuacheng. This area is restored, but don't be fooled. The hike is tricky as it goes up and down the hills.