From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall

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Great Wall Hiking Adventure
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From Beijing: Small Group Hike at Jinshanling Great Wall
Top rated
4.9 out of 5 stars
4.9
204 reviews

Explore and walk on the original, partially-restored, and less-visited areas of the Jinshanling section of Great Wall on this guided hiking tour that includes transfers from Beijing and a tasty lunch.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Chinese
Small group
Limited to 15 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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5 out of 5 stars
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Robert – Hong Kong

The Driver, mr Zhang Feng is an absolute legend. Very kind and took us halfway up the wall to make sure we were going in the right direction then let us do the self guided tour. all the water you need free from him in the car. the section of the wall was practically empty after you passed the first part with the lifts. very peaceful. When we got back mr Zhang gave us fresh water coke and even beer! he also gave us a free souvenir and a chinese flag. very sweet man.

5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Charlotte – United Kingdom

Our tour was brilliant. Zhang Feng was a fantastic driver and guide. He made our trip very easy and even came and took lots of photographs for us on the wall which was really special - as solo travellers we often don’t get pictures together. The section of the wall we visited was fantastic, we had it to ourselves in some places! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend😊

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Itinerary

  • Starting location:

    WCRP+934

  • Van

    (2.5 hours)

  • Jinshanling

    Photo stop, Guided tour, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (3 hours)

  • Jinshanling

    Lunch (1 hour)

  • Van

    (2.5 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    WCRP+934

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Discover the wild Great Wall at Jinshanling East
  • See the restored Great Wall at Jinshanling middle section
  • Enjoy great photo opportunites
  • Have a traditional unch at local farmer’s restaurant
  • Experience it all in a small group of travelers (maximum of 12)

Full description

Your guide will meet you at 8am and then drive to Jinshanling East. You will start the hiking around 10:30am, and it will take about 3 hours to complete the hiking from Jinshanling East to the main gate. A lunch at a local farmer’s restaurant will be organized after the hiking before returning to the city.

This section offers arguably the finest hiking anywhere on the Great Wall. It is extremely photogenic, with over 15 watch-towers, and steep gradients that give constantly changing perspectives and wide, open views. There is fascinating variety in the watch-towers here. Some have two storeys, others three. Some have flat roofs, others rounded and others again are pitched with upturned eaves. This section of the wall is wild, ruined, preserved and original. On a clear day, it is difficult to fail to take good photographs here. 

Includes

  • Air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver
  • Personal English-speaking hiking guide (if option selected)
  • Entrance fees to the Great Wall
  • Unlimited bottled water; snacks on the Wall
  • Trekking poles
  • Lunch in a local farmer’s restaurant (if option selected)
  • A certificate of completion for hiking on the Great Wall of China
  • Travel insurance
  • Cable car
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping to hiking guide/driver recommended on good service

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with heart problems

Meeting point

Exit C, Dongzhimen Station, Subway line 2&13.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Passport or ID card
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sunglasses

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Smoking

Know before you go

  • What to take:
  • Comfortable shoes or boots, sun cream, sun-glasses, lip balm and cap
  • Notes:
  • There is no toilet on the Wall. There are toilets at the entrance of Simatai West and Jinshanling. Please prepare before hiking and always carry toilet paper
  • You will be followed by local farmers when starting the hike. If you don’t like this, you have to say NO firmly at the beginning (MAYBE LATER does not work in Chinese culture) or just ignore them and not speak a word with them; otherwise they can be very persistent
  • Unlimited bottled waters are stored in the provider's car/van, and you need a day pack to carry them
  • Travel insurance is optional and is the sole responsibility of travellers
  • As responsible travelers, 'take nothing but photos, leave nothing but footprint'
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5
4.9 out of 5 stars

based on 204 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Robert – Hong KongJuly 12, 2025 – Verified booking
The Driver, mr Zhang Feng is an absolute legend. Very kind and took us halfway up the wall to make sure we were going in the right direction then let us do the self guided tour. all the water you need free from him in the car. the section of the wall was practically empty after you passed the first part with the lifts. very peaceful. When we got back mr Zhang gave us fresh water coke and even beer! he also gave us a free souvenir and a chinese flag. very sweet man.
5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Charlotte – United KingdomJuly 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Our tour was brilliant. Zhang Feng was a fantastic driver and guide. He made our trip very easy and even came and took lots of photographs for us on the wall which was really special - as solo travellers we often don’t get pictures together. The section of the wall we visited was fantastic, we had it to ourselves in some places! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend😊
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Rachael – AustraliaJuly 3, 2025 – Verified booking
great trip to the great wall. ride went very smoothly and pick up was easy. zhang fan drove us to the wall and then walked with us to the start point, which was super helpful. the wall itself is amazing and there was hardly anyone else there. we went in july and it was pretty temperate, maybe 25 degrees, so definitely manageable. there are some vendors selling snacks on the wall but would recommend bringing your own lunch if you want a proper meal. the walk was steep in some parts but not too bad overall. highly recommend this tour!!!

Product ID: 52602

Activity provider:
Great Wall Hiking Adventure

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