1-Day Great Wall Hiking Tour from Jiankou to Mutianyu（Approx 10 hrs）
Jiankou Great Wall is the most beautiful and thrilling part of the existing Ming Dynasty Great Wall. This section of the Great Wall has not been developed for tourism and is naturally exposed to the elements, resulting in severe damage in many places.
This one-day hiking tour from Jiankou to Mutianyu promises a day filled with adventure, exploration, and appreciation of one of the world's most iconic historical sites.
Price based on 2 travelers
Highlights
- Hikers will encounter a mix of steep ascents, descents, and uneven paths, adding an exciting element of adventure to the trek.
- Experience the historical importance of the Great Wall as you traverse two distinct sections - the wild, unrestored Jiankou and the well-preserved Mutianyu.
- Unlike more touristy sections of the Great Wall, this hike offers a more secluded and authentic experience, allowing you to connect with the Wall and nature.
- The hike offers a good physical workout, pushing your endurance and stamina to new limits as you conquer the undulating terrain and overcome various obstacles.
Facts
- Distance: 23.5 kilometers (14.6 miles)
- Duration: Approximately 5-6 hours
- Starting Point: Jiankou Great Wall
- Endpoint: Mutian Great Wall
- Maximum Elevation: 1,202 meters (3,350 feet)
- Level: Challenging
- Highlights: Breathtaking views, 51 watchtowers along the way
Tour Itinerary
Pick up from your hotel in Beijing by your private tour guide and driver. You will take 2 2-hour drive to Jiankou Great Wall.
Arrive at Jiankou and start the hike after a brief orientation from your guide. Marveling at the wild and rugged beauty of this unrestored section of the Great Wall.
Reach Jiankou's iconic features like the "Eagle Flies Facing Upward" and other watchtowers while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Zhengbei Tower: An iconic beacon tower on Jiankou known for its strategic location and panoramic views of the Great Wall snaking across the rugged mountains.
Heavenly Ladder: A challenging section with steep ascents and descents, providing an adventurous and thrilling hiking experience.
Beijing Knot: A unique intersection point where the Jiankou, Mutianyu, and unrestored Ox Horn sections of the Great Wall meet.
Jiankou Great Wall
Take a break and have a packed lunch at a scenic spot along the trail to replenish your energy for the rest of the hike.
Continue your journey toward Mutianyu, tackling challenging terrains with steep ascents and descents.
On the way, you will encounter iconic sites like Eagle Flies Facing Upward: A distinctive watchtower on the Jiankou section resembling an eagle soaring upward.
Zhengbei Tower: An iconic beacon tower on Jiankou known for its strategic location and panoramic views of the Great Wall snaking across the rugged mountains.
Heavenly Ladder: A challenging section with steep ascents and descents, providing an adventurous and thrilling hiking experience.
Beijing Knot: A unique intersection point where the Jiankou, Mutianyu, and unrestored Ox Horn sections of the Great Wall meet.
Hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu
Arrive at Mutianyu, explore well-preserved watchtowers, defensive barriers, and a cable car option for descending from the Wall, providing a contrasting view to the rugged Jiankou section.
Down from the wall and head back to Beijing.
Mutianyu Great Wall
Price Per Person in US Dollars
What's Included
- Entrance fees.
- Transfers between Beijing hotel and two sections of the Great Wall.
- English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Service Charge & Taxes.
What's Excluded
- Cable Car at your own expense if you want to ride (CNY140 for round-way ), could be paid to the guide on the tour date (accepted Alipay, WeChat, or cash).
- It is suggested to tip the guide and driver separately based on good service at a ratio of 2:1 (typically RMB 50-100 per person).
Important Info
- Operates: Daily
- Pick up: Hotels within the 3rd Ring Zone of Beijing City
- Return: Hotels within the 3rd Ring Zone of Beijing City
- Guide languages: English
- The price of this tour will rise during the China National Day holiday (September 30th to October 7th) and the Chinese New Year holiday.
Good to Know
- Hotel pickup and drop-off services are offered within the 3rd Ring Zone of Beijing City.
- Before the tour day, you will receive contact information about your tour guide and the exact pickup time in your voucher. The guide will also reach out through your hotel or leave a message the night before the tour regarding the pickup time.
- Please note that the tour is not wheelchair accessible and is not recommended for travelers with back problems or pregnant individuals.