Embark on a breathtaking private hiking journey from Jiankou to Mutianyu Great Wall in Beijing. Witness historical remains and the majestic beauty of nature. Includes guide, transfer, and more.
Your private tour guide and driver will meet you in your hotel lobby in the morning and take you to Jiankou Great Wall via private transfer (1.5 hours). The hike begins at Xizhazi Village (altitude 587m/1,926ft) and heads towards Zhengbeilou, a ruined tower on the Wall (altitude 830m/2,723ft). Midway to Zhengbeilou, there is a short walk to a broken tower offering the best views of Jiankou. Here, you can take a break and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
After a brief rest, continue to Zhengbeilou, where you can admire the stunning panorama of Jiankou and its basin terrain. The hike then proceeds towards Mutianyu, featuring a few vertical climbs and scrambles. Due to overgrown bushes, you will need to walk along the Wall’s edge.
After passing several towers, you will reach a steep section known as Ox Horn Edge (altitude 1,011m / 3,317ft). Take a 10-minute forest detour from this point to return to Jiankou. A short walk will then bring you to the Mutianyu section.
Here are three options for descending from the Great Wall:
• Take a cable car (own expense) down at Tower 14 to the exit.
• Continue walking to Tower 10, then descend the hill trail to reach the exit (1.5 hours).
• Continue walking to Tower 6 and descend by slideway/lift chair (own expense). The track is easy to follow, and your guide/driver will meet you at the slideway/lift chair exit. You can enjoy the additional hike on your own.
After hiking, enjoy a delicious lunch (optional) at a nearby local restaurant before heading back to Beijing.
Points of Interest
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The Great Wall of Jiankou
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Huairou District
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Beijing Trips-Day Tour
- Private transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch (if all inclusive option is selected)
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Private Guide (if all inclusive option is selected)
- Gratuities
- Lunch, all tickets and private guide service if you choose Transfer only tour option
If you’re a fan of thrilling experiences, this Great Wall hiking tour’s challenge of traveling from Jiankou to Mutianyu is perfectly suited to you. It is the finest way to appreciate China’s historical relics and spectacular natural beauty. From the peak of Zhengbeilou, a dilapidated tower, you’ll find a deeper understanding of the significance of the ‘Great Wall’. The complete hike takes between 3 and 5 hours, covering a distance of 6 miles/10 km, with complimentary snacks provided on route. Costs for lunch, entrance to the Great Wall, tickets for the cable car or slideway/liftchair, a private guide, and transfer service are part of the package.
Note: This tour also has an option for private transfer service only.
- Minimum age is 16 years
- Under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Please dress properly with comfortable hiking shoes
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
