Hiking on the most authentic and magnificent sections of the world's longest human-made structure, the Great Wall. Hosted by local families, we camp in comfort in exclusive locations and enjoy the China Great Wall Hiking Tour over five days, hiking between villages and other scenic areas. This itinerary will start from Simatai, via Jinshanling, Gubeikou, and end at Mutianyu section.
Tour Code: CCT-CTT09
Destinations: Jinshanling Great Wall. Simatai Great Wall, Gubeikou Great Wall, Xiangshui Lake Great Wall, Jiankou Great Wall, Mutianyu Great Wall
Day 1 Simatai / Jinshanling
Today you will be transferred to the Simatai Great Wall and start the most challenging China Great Wall Hiking Tour! You will start hiking up steep steps straight up on a mountain range to enjoy the spectacular sceneries along the trip. After the picnic lunch at one of the beacon towers, you will continue to hike to the Jinshanling section, where you will camp overnight and watch the beautiful sunset.
Day 2 Jinshanling / Gubeikou / Xiangshui Lake (B)
Enjoying our well-prepared breakfast while you are catching the sunrise. Continue to hike towards the Gubeikou section and camp overnight at one of the local villages of Xiangshui Lake Great Wall.
Day 3 Xiangshui Lake / Jiankou (B)
Start Hiking to the Jiankou Great Wall via several small hills. You will reach to the Beijing Knot, an extremely unique section whereupon the Great Wall splits into two directions (one goes to Badaling and another one goes to Datong). Tonight, you will camp overnight at the local family's house.
Day 4 Jiankou / Jiuyanlou / Jiankou (B)
Hike onto the Jiuyanlou and see the historical remains on the way. Tonight, you will camp overnight at the local family's house.
Day 5 Jiankou / Mutianyu (B)
Continue to hike towards Mutianyu on some of the most magnificent sections of the Great Wall, which are virtually deserted. Our vehicle will meet you at the Mutianyu section and transfer back to Beijing from your most exciting China Great Wall hiking tour.