Great Wall Trek

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Hike a classic section of the Great Wall in Hebei Province. Camp, explore and trek between small villages after exploring the iconic sights of Beijing
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Extreme

Highlights

    • Explore original sections of the Great Wall
    • Hike through rural villages in the Hebei Province
    • Camp by remote sections of the Great Wall hosted by local families
    • Learn the Wall's fascinating history from expert local guides
    • Visit Beijing's famous sites of Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City

What's this trip about?

    Hike a classic section of the Great Wall in Hebei Province. Camp, explore and trek between small villages after exploring the iconic sights of Beijing

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityBeijing
End CityBeijing

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Trekking & Expeditions
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Beijing

Activities

  • Culture
  • Trekking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
    • Comfortable hotels on twinshare basis
    • Camping equipment during trek (excluding sleeping bag)
    • Private air conditioned vehicles
    • Back up vehicle while trekking
    • Sightseeing and entry fees as listed in itinerary
    • Expert bilingual local guide
    • Medical kit

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive in Beijing

On arrival in Beijing you will need to make your own way to the group hotel. The afternoon is free time for sightseeing in the central city district. Perhaps barter for a bargain in the colorful silk markets or do as the locals do and hire a bike for a spin through th...

Day 2 Tiananmen Square & the Forbidden City

Today we have a full day in Beijing to explore some of the most majestic and historically significant sites of this immense city. We start with Tiananmen Square and the “Forbidden City” so called as it was off limits to the general public for over 500 years. Its ancie...

Day 3 Gubeikou Great Wall trek

This morning we depart Beijing and travel by bus to Gubeikou at the border of Hebei Province to begin our walk. The Great Wall is one of mankind’s most extensive structures and in total length, including early walls, it totals over 5000km from the Bohai Gulf in easter...

Day 4 Trek the Inner Great Wall

Following a hearty cooked local breakfast we venture out from our campsite and climb up onto a spectacular section of the wall above the Gubeikou Valley. Today’s walk will be around the inner circle of the Great Wall which formed the second line of defense in the even...

Day 5 Trek Gubeikou to Jinshanling

For today’s hike we return back on to the main outer Great Wall. We are well off the beaten track, walking along sections which are wild and unrestored through beautiful mountain scenery. We'll enjoy a rest and picnic lunch picnic on the wall. In the afternoon we reac...

Day 6 Hike Jinshanling to Lao Dong Po

Breaking camp we climb up on to the Great Wall and begin our day's walk towards Lao Dong Po (close to Simatai), along the beautifully restored Jinshanling section. This section of the wall was originally constructed in the 15th century and the restoration has truly re...

Day 7 Hike to Beijing Tower, return to Beijing

We head off early this morning to hike to Wang Jing Tower, often referred to as Beijing Tower which is at the summit of Mt Simatai. Today’s walk is challenging with a rugged climb to the summit. Our efforts are well worth it as we are rewarded with stunning vistas and...

Day 8 In Beijing, trip concludes

After breakfast our trip concludes in Beijing.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,760
Price per day$220
Last Updated: 3/12/2025
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07 Apr 2025
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09 Jun 2025
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08 Sep 2025
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$1,760
20 Oct 2025
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06 Apr 2026
13 Apr 2026
$1,870
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$1,870
07 Sep 2026
14 Sep 2026
$1,870
19 Oct 2026
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World Expeditions does not require single travellers to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. We will arrange for you to share accommodation with another traveller of the same gender and if we cannot match you up we will provide a single room at no extra charge. If you prefer not to share a single supplement is payable to guarantee your own room. Please refer to our website for the additional cost.

Check Current Availability, prices, specials with World Expeditions.

The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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S. Dunn

Jun 2018

Just back from a WONDERFUL travel experience on The Great Wall Of China - walked the remote unrestored areas totally free of tourists, the partially restored sections & the fully restored Wall with a great small group of like minded people with an expert

Visited the cultural & historical highlights & Beijing & Shanghai -...

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S. Dunn

Jun 2018

Just back from a WONDERFUL travel experience on The Great Wall Of China - walked the remote unrestored areas totally free of tourists, the partially restored sections & the fully restored Wall with a great small group of like minded people with an expert

Visited the cultural & historical highlights & Beijing & Shanghai -...

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S. Dunn

Jun 2018

Just back from a WONDERFUL travel experience on The Great Wall Of China - walked the remote unrestored areas totally free of tourists, the partially restored sections & the fully restored Wall with a great small group of like minded people with an expert

Visited the cultural & historical highlights & Beijing & Shanghai -...

S

S. Dunn

Jun 2018

Just back from a WONDERFUL travel experience on The Great Wall Of China - walked the remote unrestored areas totally free of tourists, the partially restored sections & the fully restored Wall with a great small group of like minded people with an expert

Visited the cultural & historical highlights & Beijing & Shanghai -...

S

S. Dunn

Jun 2018

Just back from a WONDERFUL travel experience on The Great Wall Of China - walked the remote unrestored areas totally free of tourists, the partially restored sections & the fully restored Wall with a great small group of like minded people with an expert

Visited the cultural & historical highlights & Beijing & Shanghai -...

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International airfares and departure taxes
    • Visa costs
    • Travel Insurance (compulsory)
    • Sleeping bag - available for hire in China (to be paid locally)
    • Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
    • Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
    • Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry and alcohol
    • Tips and gratuities

Accommodation

  • 3 nights hotel
  • 4 nights camping
Requirements
The theme behind most of our trips is action holidays and the fitter you are, the more easily you will adjust and enjoy yourself. On a trekking trip such as this you need to be in general good health and moderately fit. The grading overall would be moderate, with some Specialist gear required include walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking).,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. It is your responsibility to ensure any and all pre-existing medical conditions are adequately covered by your insurer. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Yes*
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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