Pickup from Beijing, visit Great Wall at Shanhaiguan Pass and Old Dragon’s Head

Great Wall at Shanhaiguan Pass (Zhendong Gate) - Begin your day with a morning pickup from your Beijing downtown hotel by a friendly guide and driver, then travel to the Great Wall at Shanhaiguan Pass, located in Qinhuangdao Prefecture, Hebei Province, approximately 186 miles east of Beijing. This was the most significant pass of the Great Wall during the Ming Dynasty, safeguarding the broadest corridor between China and its formidable neighbors, the Manchu, earning the title “First Pass under Heaven.”

Great Wall Museum - Accompanied by your guide, visit the Shanhaiguan Great Wall Museum. It is one of China’s three Great Wall museums, alongside the Badaling and Jiayuguan Great Wall Museums. Opened in 1991, it showcases the history, culture, organization, and military aspects of the Great Wall. Note: Closed on Mondays.

Laolongtou (Old Dragon’s Head) - After enjoying a delightful local lunch, proceed to Laolongtou, known as the Old Dragon’s Head. It marks the eastern starting point of the Great Wall built during the Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644) and is the only section on the sea. The entire Wall is likened to a massive dragon winding through China, with Laolongtou resembling the dragon’s head stretching into the Bohai Sea. Spend 1-2 hours exploring here with your guide.

Beidaihe District - Following your visits to Shanhaiguan Pass and Old Dragon’s Head, transfer for about 1 hour to your hotel in Beidaihe (arrangements to be made independently).

Beidaihe Summer Resort, Qinhuangdao Wildlife Park and Pigeon Nest Park

Beidaihe Summer Resort - If your hotel is near the beach, enjoy a half-day at the beach. If not, your driver will pick you up in the morning and take you to the beach.

Qinhuangdao Wildlife Park - Meet your guide and driver at 12:00 p.m. After lunch, visit Qinhuangdao Wildlife Park, a large city safari park with the highest forest coverage rate and one of the most beautiful environments in China. It houses over 5,000 animals, including many rare species such as Siberian tigers, African lions, brown bears, and black swans. It has become a popular destination in the Qinhuangdao Scenic Area. Upon arrival, your driver will take you inside, and you can tour the park with your guide, stopping for photos as desired.

Pigeon Nest Park - Next, continue to Beidaihe National Wetland Park and Pigeon Nest Park. Beidaihe National Wetland Park is one of the best birding spots in China, known as a birding haven. Spring and autumn are the ideal seasons for bird-watching. Pigeon’s Nest is a must-visit scenic spot along the Beidaihe River. Watching the sunrise in Pigeon Park is an unmissable activity for all visitors! If interested, you can visit early in the morning. After the tour, you will be transferred back to Beijing or your hotel in Beidaihe.

• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Lunch
• Private guide
• Bottled water
• Entrance fees

• Accommodation
• Gratuities

Explore Shanhaiguan Pass and Old Dragon’s Head parts of the Great Wall, and unwind at Beidaihe on this private two-day tour from Beijing. It’s a fantastic way to enjoy your vacation with your loved ones. For bird enthusiasts, a plethora of avian species can be observed during the Spring and Autumn seasons. This tour comes inclusive of air-conditioned private transportation, local meal, admission charges and pickup and drop-off services from hotels located in central Beijing.

• Shanhaiguan Great Wall Museum is not opened on Monday.

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.