Conquer the Most Challenging Great Wall Section
Regarded as being the most magnificent and challenging section of the Great Wall, Jiankou is a dream for experienced hikers. Sence the history as you stand on the ruined Jiankou section of the Great Wall, which you can enjoy without being surrounded by a crowd. Go back in time and enjoy the glory of the Great Wall at Mutianyu. This one-day Great Wall hiking tour from Jiankou to Mutianyu will allow you to see the collapsed, wild wall and the elegant, restored wall.
This tour is private. Your personal tour guide will hike with you all the way. Your guide will respond to your requests, meaning you can enjoy flexible arrangements to make the most of your time.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Conquer the Wild and Precipitous Great Wall at Jiankou.
Built-in the 1500s and early 1600s, the Jiankou section of the wall was left untouched for centuries.
Contrast the Original Great Wall Ruins and the Fully Restored Section at Mutianyu.
The Great Wall at Jiankou is in ruins with steep slopes and uneven underfoot, while the Mutianyu section is rebuilt with proper steps, and quite smooth underfoot.
Hike Worry-Free with Your Experienced Hiking Guide.
Your guide will hike along with you, tell you vivid stories of the Wall, show you the best places for photos, and help you take them.
Discover real reviews of Highlights Travel Family's best-rated service across trusted platforms.
|
|
Great trip in Beijing
We were in Beijing for a few days and our experience was excellent. We visited Forbidden city, summer Palace, Tiananmen Square, Hutong walking tour , temple of heaven and Mutianyu wall. Our guide Jason and driver Mr. Chang made our visit very stress free, we really appreciated his guidance to all tours, made sure we’re on time for everything and gave us a special attention after the tours, helping us with our personal needs, special thanks to Jason for escorting us to the train station, making sure we made to our seats and given us instructions for meeting our next guide in our next adventure. more
Apr 2025, Dora K
|
China Highlights Trip
Amazing and beautifully planned.. We enjoyed our 3 days trip in Beijing. Explored temples and ofcourse the highlights of our tour The Great Wall of China was exceptional. Also thanks to this company for carefully curated my birthday escapade. Celebrated my birthday with Great Wall as my backdrop. Indeed once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommended this tour company, everything was exceptional from the moment we arrived in the airport down to making sure we have the best experience. Shout out to our tour guide Linda / Ling. Highly recommended... She goes above and beyond just to make sure we are comfortable, satisfied and happy. Thanks Linda your one the best tour guide we had... Very knowledgeable and helpful in every ways. more
Apr 2025, Craig
|
Our Beijing trip with Mark
The places of interest are very interesting, very rich in culture. Our tour guide, Mark is very patience and obliging. He is also very knowledgeable and took effort to share with us about China history. Our trip has been pleasant and won’t hesitate to recommend. more
Apr 2025, lee yean peng
|
Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests. The time frame is just for your reference. It could be different due to the traffic on the day.
Your private guide will be waiting for you in your hotel lobby at 8am. The comfortable car and your driver will be ready for your one-day hiking tour from Jiankou to Mutianyu.
It takes about 2½ hours to drive to Xizhazi Village, which is at the foot of the Great Wall at Jiankou.
You'll need to hike for about 1 hour up a mountain path to get to the Jiankou Great Wall, and then hike on the ruined Wall for around 3.5 hours to the restored section at Mutianyu. Your hiking will involve steep ascents and descents on varied terrain, from muddy paths to rocky trails. Enjoy having the Great Wall to yourself.
There will be a sharp contrast when you arrive at Mutianyu, with its gloriously restored Great Wall masonry and watchtowers. Relax as you walk along its sturdy blockwork ramparts.
You decide how and where you descend from the Great Wall at Mutianyu. If you want to take the cable car or toboggan, just tell your guide, and he/she will be very happy to arrange it for you.
After descending from the wall, you will head to a local restaurant at the foot of the Mutianyu Great Wall for lunch. Your guide will help you order dishes. Enjoy your lunch and well-earned rest.
Your private car and driver will take you back to your hotel in Beijing. It normally takes about 2½ hours. If you need to catch a flight or train after this tour, we are happy to arrange transport to the airport/station for you.
Price Includes: