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A Beijing tour is not complete without the Great Wall, but a Beijing tour with only Great Wall is not complete too if you escape other MUST-SEEs and MUST-Dos in Beijing, such as the grandiose imperial sites of Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven, royal garden Summer Palace, Beijing’s traditional living dwellings Hutongs, Peking Roasted Duck, Kungfu show, etc. Here are our Best 4 Great Wall Tour Packages from Beijing, which will not only take you to explore the best sections of Great Wall – beautiful and less-crowded, but also cover those other MUST-SEEs and MUST-Dos.

Jiankou Great Wall is Not Open for Tourists :

The Beijing Great Wall Protection and Management Regulations clearly state that it is prohibited to organize tours or climb sections of the Great Wall that have not been approved for visitation. Violators may be subject to corresponding fines. The Jiankou Great Wall is an unopened section of the Great Wall, and climbing it can cause damage to the structure. This not only hinders the preservation of the Great Wall but also poses significant risks to the safety of visitors. Therefore, we urge everyone not to climb the Jiankou Great Wall. Tourists can visit and hike at well-developed sections of the Great Wall such as Mutianyu, Badaling, and Jinshanling instead.

3 Days Visa-free Beijing Essential including Mutianyu Great Wall

Specially designed for travelers who meet the Visa-free Transit Policy in Beijing. Hike the less-crowded Mutianyu section of Great Wall with other famous Beijing attractions.

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4 Days Most Classic Beijing Tour with Mutianyu Great Wall

Visit the best featured highlights of Beijing and explore the glorious past and present of Beijing in one go, including Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, etc.

4 Days Beijing Tour with Wild Great Wall Hiking

Get away from the crowds to the wild great wall sections from Gubeikou to Jinshanling, hop on a Hutong rickshaw to feel the old Beijing life style.

4 Days Beijing Simatai Great Wall Night Tour

Hike the most beautiful section of Great Wall - Jinshanling, and take in the peaceful night view of Simatai Great Wall with round-trip cable cars included.

Top 4 Great Walls Only In-depth Tours

The Great Wall of China is not just a single wall to see, actually it consists of many different sections. To experience its more authentic charms, you are suggested to take an in-depth Great Wall trip which includes more different sections of Great Wall. Usually, you can plan a 2 full days trip starting and finishing at Beijing downtown. Hike 1 or 2 sections of Great Wall each day, and stay overnight at a boutique hotel at the foot of the Great Wall, or camp in a watchtower on the Great Wall. What an adventure it is!

2 Days Wild Great Wall Hiking with Camping Experience

Enjoy a peaceful night during your camping in a watchtower of Gubeikou Section of Great Wall which was the site for over 130 ancient battles.

2 Days Wild Great Wall Scenic Hiking

Jinshanling is the most beautiful section of the Great Wall, while Simatai is said to have all the features of other sections of Great Wall.

2 Days Great Walls Adventure Hiking

Enjoy the contrasts of Great Walls during hikes between the magnificent Mutianyu Great Wall and tranquil Huanghuacheng Lakeside Great Wall.

2 Days Mutianyu and Jinshanling Great Wall Leisure Hiking

Mutianyu offers mightiest views of Great Wall. While Jinshanling Great Wall is featured in wild walls, towers, and famous for sunrise and sunset.

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If you haven't found your favorite section of Great Wall to visit, or haven't found a trip which suits your plan perfectly, please don't worry. We can help you design your own Great Wall experience according to your interest, time and budget. It's only 2 simple steps to go! You can also learn more about Great Wall of China here .

Choose Your Favorite Section of Great Wall to Go

Most popular among foreign travellers. Strongly recommended for first-timers, families with kids and seniors.

Best for photography and hiking. Recommended to be hiked with Simatai or Gubekou sections of Great Wall.

Simatai section is famous for amazing landscape. It is the only section of Great Wall open in the evening time.

The most dangerous section of Great Wall with a famous hiking route to Jiankou which can be done in 4~5 hours.

Allow tourists to camp for overnight, and take a boat on lake to enjoy Great Wall scenery. Recommended for families.

Completely unrestored section of Great Wall. Best site to camp in a watchtower. Can be hiked with Jinshanling Great Wall.

Fully restored section of Great Wall. Usually visited by big tourists groups and Chinese tourists.

Closest section of Great Wall from Beijing. Reccommended for those having a short layover in Beijing.

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Choose your favorite attractions in Beijing below to let our travel experts design a reasonable and valuable Beijing trip for you. Most of these attractions are conveniently located at the central city area. Each sight needs only about 1~2 hours to visit.

Forbidden City

#4 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - the royal palaces for Ming and Qing Dynasties for over 500 years.

Summer Palace

#3 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - the summer resort for the Qing dynasty's royal family.

#41 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - old folk dwellings, and good place for souvenir shopping.

Temple of Heaven

#5 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - the largest building for religious worship in China.

Jingshan Park

#8 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - good location for photography and Forbidden City panoramic view.

798 Art Zone

#10 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - old-fashioned factory, numerous galleries and bookshops & cafes.

#16 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - also known as National Center for the Performing Arts.

Olympic Park

#21 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - modern architecture, where the Bird Nest and Water Cube locate.

Beihai Park

#11 on Tripadvisor - free local park with a white pogoda. Good for a leisure stroll.

Lama Temple

#12 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - A series of beautiful Tibetan-style pavilions.

Chaoyang Theater

#13 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - breathtaking routines of acrobats & gymnasts.

Old Summer Palace

#36 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - beautiful, historical, and not crowded!

Temple of Confucius

#45 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - ancient Chinese academy culture, located at Hutong area.

Back Lakes (Hou Hai)

#47 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - ancient Chinese academy culture, located at Hutong area.

Fragrant Hills

#46 of 1,619 on Tripadvisor - good for summer retreat and autumn red leaves photography.

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As China's most famous attraction, the Great Wall of China is an essential stop on all China tours . Commonly considered a wonder of the world, the Great Wall boasts a history of over 2,000 years and stretches more than 3,000 miles across several provinces of northern China, making it one of the most impressive ancient structures on the planet.

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Beijing is usually considered the main gateway to the Great Wall, since there are several world-famous sections of the Wall in the suburbs of Beijing, including Badaling, Mutianyu, Jinshanling, Juyongguan, Gubeikou, and Jiankou. These sections were built during the Ming dynasty between the 14th and 17th centuries and have been well preserved.

Of all the sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, Badaling is the most famous one. As a result, Badaling is the destination of choice for many large tour groups and is often very crowded. The nearby Juyongguan Great Wall features one of the three great mountain passes of the Great Wall but is almost as crowded as Badaling.

Mutianyu Great Wall is just as close as Badaling and offers wonderful views of the Great Wall and the surrounding hills with far fewer tourists. This section of the Wall also features a thrilling toboggan run that you can ride from the top of the Wall down to the bottom of the hill.

Due to their proximity, Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu are all doable as a half-day trip from downtown Beijing. We usually recommend Mutianyu over Badaling or Juyongguan , since the massive crowds at the latter two sections can ruin one's experience of this impressive structure.

Further away from Beijing, Jinshanling Great Wall is about 150 km northeast of downtown and it usually takes about two and a half hours to drive there. Despite the longer drive, Jinshanling is among the most stunning sections of the Great Wall. If your itinerary allows for one full day seeing the Great Wall, then we highly recommend a tour to Jinshanling.

Gubeikou and Jiankou can also be visited within a day tour from Beijing . Both sections have not been restored since they were first built in the Ming Dynasty, making them ideal choices for those who want to hike and experience the wild Great Wall. Do be aware that the Jiankou section features very steep and dangerous climbs and is only suitable for experienced hikers.

There are also some other famous sections of the Great Wall within or outside Beijing, such as Huanghuacheng, Simatai, and Shanhaiguan, but we only recommend these if you are visiting the Great Wall for a second time or planning a multi-day, in-depth Great Wall tour.

Great Wall Hiking and Camping

Due to its original purpose as a military defense, almost all sections of Great Wall were built on mountain ranges and thus involve some challenging climbs and uneven stairs, including the well-restored sections. If you are visiting a restored section but hike to the end of the renovated part, you will be able to see the unrestored part of the Great Wall.

For most visitors, Mutianyu and Jinshanling offer good, medium difficulty hikes, while still being very safe. For those looking for a serious hike along wild, unrestored portions of the Wall, we suggest the Jinshanling to Jinshanling East , or Gubeikou to Jinshanling routes. All these routes boast both unrestored and picturesque renovated sections of the Wall. However, please be aware that hikes along wild, unrestored parts of the Great Wall involve many steep climbs and loose bricks, and can be very dangerous in some places. (People can no longer hike through from Jinshanling to Simatai since the route was closed years ago.)

Camping on the Great Wall is usually banned, especially on the renovated sections. If you want to spend a night sleeping on the Great Wall , we can take you to a watchtower on the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall to experience the life of an ancient soldier and catch amazing sunrise/sunset views over the Wall.

Best Time to Visit

For all sections of the Great Wall near Beijing, the spring months (April to June) offer temperate weather and are great for climbing. In late April to early May, many trees begin to blossom, making this a particularly beautiful period to visit the Wall. Fall is also a nice time to visit, as temperatures are usually comfortable. October to early November are particularly picturesque, as the tree leaves on the mountains begin to change color. The winter months, from December to February, are cold and can be windy, but there are usually far fewer tourists on the Wall during these months. July and August are hot and humid, and thus not the best for long hikes. In addition, it's best to avoid hiking on the Wall after rain or snowfall because some parts can get very slippery.

You should also avoid visiting the popular sections, such as Badaling, Juyongguan, and Mutianyu, around National Day (the first week in October) and Spring Festival. August is also a busy time for the Badaling and Juyongguan sections, since students are on summer vacation and many families travel to these famous sections with their kids before the new school year starts. Learn more about how to avoid the crowds when traveling in China .

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How to Visit the Great Wall of China: Insider Guide (2024)

To get the most from the Great Wall, a must-visit China attraction, you should follow the advice to plan a perfect Great Wall trip:

• 1. Choose the Best Times to Visit
• 2. Select the MOST Suitable Section to Visit
• 3. Learn How to Get to the Great Wall
• 4. Spend a Night at the Great Wall or Maybe Camping
• 5. Consider Having a Guide for Your Great Wall Trip

The Best Times to Visit: Spring and Fall

The best times to visit the Great Wall (around Beijing) are spring and autumn to avoid the summer heat and crowds , and winter freezing conditions .

Spring (April–May) in Beijing's mountains is cool/warm and the green plants and flowers make the Great Wall beautiful.

Fall (September–November) is the best hiking season due to the clear weather, allowing you to see the Great Wall snaking off into the distance. The mountains are blanketed by colors of red, golden, yellow, and brown, which sets off the gray and paler Great Wall colors.

You can also visit the Great Wall in summer and winter if that would suit you better. Summer is peak season and popular sections get crowded . It's hot with bright sunshine and some downpours. Winter is very cold , even icy, on the Great Wall, but there's almost no crowding.

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Select the MOST Suitable Section to Visit

The Great Wall of China lies mostly on the mountain ridges and crosses 15 provinces. The four most recommended sections are all around Beijing . See the table below to make a simple comparison and decide which section to visit.

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Our recommendations : We do not recommend going to Badaling, because there are always many tourists, which will affect the experience. Mutianyu is one of our recommendations, especially for families with children and the elderly . There are cable cars, and it is relatively flat.

If you prefer less crowded and wilder scenery, then we recommend Jiankou or Jinshanling , which are also good for hiking. The Simatai Great Wall is special as it is the only part that is open at night. If you have more time and want to spend a night at the Great Wall, then Simatai is a good choice . Staying in the Gubei Water Town at the foot of the Simatai Great Wall is very convenient, and you could also enjoy hot springs after visiting.

Recommended Sections for Wheelchair Users

The Great Wall at Badaling, Mutianyu, and Juyongguan is (more) wheelchair-friendly . You could at least see some of the Great Wall near Beijing at the valley-bottom level there.

• At the Badaling section, wheelchair users can get to the first north watchtower by ramps. Wheelchair users should book the elevator service in advance.
• At the Mutianyu section, there is a cable car for wheelchair users ascending the wall and ramps to a platform below the 14th watchtower, from which you can appreciate the beautiful scenery from the Great Wall.
• At Juyongguan , the Great Wall Fortress area in the valley bottom can be navigated by wheelchair.

Otherwise visiting the Great Wall in flatter areas is recommended for wheelchair users, like Shanhaiguan on the east coast and Jiayuguan on the western desert.

Conquer the Most Challenging Great Wall Section: Jiankou to Mutianyu (4–5 hours hike)

If you would like to experience the steepest section , the Great Wall at Jiankou is the best choice for you. This section is wild Great Wall without cable cars or any new steps. Many of the Great Wall stairs are broken or crumbling, which makes this section more dangerous. This most popular hiking route follows the wall down to Mutianyu — a magnificently restored section .

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How to Get to the Great Wall (From Beijing)

For some well-restored Great Wall sections, like Badaling and Mutianyu, you have the choice of taking a public or tourist bus, taxi, or even a bullet train (Badaling only).

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But considering the language barrier, fixed departure time, and inconveniences of catching this public transportation, etc., taking a private transfer service with a spacious car, an English-speaking guide, and a one-stop pickup service would make your trip more enjoyable. If you come all the way to China to see the Great Wall, why settle for a second-rate experience?

While for the wild Great Wall, it's difficult to go there independently . You may consider taking our Great Wall Tours >>>.

Spending a Night at the Great Wall

It takes about 2 hours on average to get to the Great Wall from downtown Beijing. With our private transfers, doing a half-day or one-day Great Wall tour is feasible. If you do not mind changing hotels for a night, an overnight stay near the Great Wall is highly recommended as you could:

• Avoid traffic jams and lining up at the ticket gate.
• Appreciate the Great Wall in the early morning when there are no crowds.
• Enjoy sunset and night views of the Great Wall.

At Simatai — Gubei Water Town Resort

Simatai offers the best Great Wall night experience and a range of 5-star hotels, boutique hotels, and local inns in the nearby Gubei Water Town (1 km or half a mile away).

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At Mutianyu — Brickyard Retreat at Mutianyu Great Wall

Brickyard Retreat at Mutianyu Great Wall is reconstructed from a cultural revolution tile factory by Beijing expats. It aims to provide an environmentally sustainable and Western-style countryside hotel.

Highlights: green gardens, original brick rooms, and Great Wall views from the hotel.

At Badaling — Commune by the Great Wall

Commune by the Great Wall is a private collection of modern-architecture boutique hotels , 200m from the Great Wall at 'Water Pass' (Shuiguan).

Highlights: Different designs by accomplished architects. It's not only a hotel to stay in but also an architectural attraction in itself.

Camping on the Great Wall — Be Prepared

Camping is not allowed at popular sections like Mutianyu. Camping would need to be done at the wild sections (e.g. Jiankou, Gubeikou).

Shops/guesthouses near the wild Great Wall are very rural and don't sell camping equipment/supplies. Campers would have to carry tents and everything else needed on the uneven and sometimes steep Great Wall paths, which are very strenuous. Beware trips and sprains, and dehydration. Carry lots of water.

Food at the Great Wall

In restored sections, there are many restaurants and hotels that provide local food and a place for travelers to stay at. Restaurants at the Great Wall may not meet the standards of those in downtown Beijing, but you can try local dishes there.

Wild sections don't have restaurants or hotels, so you need to bring food if you are planning a Great Wall hike.

A Travel Guide is Recommended for a Great Wall Trip

China Highlights provides a tailored itinerary, comfortable air-conditioned transport, and one-to-one tour guiding, if necessary.

In wild sections, there is a real possibility of getting lost without a guide, and getting there on your own would be very difficult.

Also, as the Great Wall is rich in history and culture — far more than just a scenic attraction — you should have a travel guide to explain and relate stories about the Great Wall in context to get the most from your trip.

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Great Wall of China

• Location: north China, East Asia
• Total Length: 21,196.18 kilometers (13,170.70 miles), half of the length of the equator
• Length of Ming Great Wall: 8,851.8 kilometers (5,500.3 miles)
• West End: the First Fire Tower of the Great Wall, in Jiayuguan of Gansu
• East End: Hushan Great Wall, in Dandong of Liaoning
• Course & Coverage: 15 provinces and regions, roughly from east to west – Heilongjiang, Jilin, Liaoning, Hebei, Beijing, Tianjin, Shandong, Henan, Shanxi, Shaanxi, Inner Mongolia, Ningxia, Gansu, Qinghai, Xinjiang.

• First-time visitors to Beijing: Badaling, or Mutianyu
• Return visitors: Juyongguan, or Simatai (with Gubei Water Town)
• Experienced hikers: Jiankou (wild and dangerous)
• Best sections out of Beijing: Shanhaiguan in Hebei, Jiayuguan in Gansu, Zhenbeitai in Shaanxi

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The Great Wall of China stretches 13,000 miles over mountains, forests, reservoirs, and desert. It took a millennium to build, involved multiple dynasties, and pissed off a lot of Huns. Inextricably tied to the history of the country, to visit China without seeing it would cause you to be remiss not only with your friends and family at your homecoming, but somehow within yourself as well. To stand on its ramparts gives one simultaneously a sense of experiencing something collectively epic and individually infinitesimal.

Before you visit, decide if you want to go to an unrestored section, wild section or both. (“Wild” is a popular way to refer to the unrestored sections of the wall.) Consider physical ability and whom you’re traveling with (old people, kids, your sister who hates walking) when choosing a section. 

This will be a workout. It’s not strolling on an elevated side walk. The Great Wall is stone waves steep and undulating. Grab your hiking boots and prepare for the walk of a lifetime.

How to Visit the Great Wall

Most visitors go to the Great Wall as part of a half or full day trip from Beijing. Visitors can choose from over 12 well-known sections and access them through a group tour, private driver, private tour, public transportation (sometimes combined with taxis), or by driving their own car. While the travel time from Beijing varies depending on section and traffic, it can take anywhere from one to three hours to get to there.

Worthwhile sections to visit in other provinces are the famous packed-earth Jiayuguan section in Jiayuguan, Gansu Province. It's a mere 4 miles (6 kilometers) from the city and easily accessible by public transport or a short taxi ride. Also, Ningxia Province’s Sanguankou section with its three passes is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) from the province's capital city of Yinchuan. It can be reached by hiring a private car.

If you want to hire a tour operator for a section near Beijing, Beijing Wonder Tour has affordable rates and English-speaking guides. Beijing Hiker’s offers hiking tours to the wild wall. If you want to hire a private car with an English-speaking driver but explore the wall on your own, you can choose from a number of options here . If you want to hire your own car, Hertz rents cars from the Beijing airport.

Best Parts of the Great Wall

The Great Wall spans nine provinces. The sections most commonly recommended are all close to Beijing. However, for less touristy and wilder parts of the wall, you can head to Gansu, Ningxia, or several other provinces less frequented by visitors. All of the ones listed below can be accessed from Beijing.

Popular among foreign tourists and easily accessible from Beijing, Mutianyu offers a well-restored wall with 23 watchtowers, replete with photo ops and views of the surrounding mountains and forests. You can hike, take a chair lift or cable car to the top, and toboggan down. It takes about two hours to walk the 1.4 miles of this section. If you go beyond tower 23, the wall is not restored, has no guardrails, and tourists are responsible for their own safety.

To get there hire a private driver or take the subway to Dongzhimen station. Walk upstairs to the North Bound Platform. Take the Express Bus 916 towards Huairou. After about an hour, get off at the Beidajie stop. Take bus H23 to Mutainyu or share a car with other tourists going there. Travel time is two to two and a half hours.

Simatai's main draw is night tours. Though Badaling is also open at night, Simatai has more ambient lighting and fewer crowds. You can take the cable car up and walk this 3-mile section for about one and half to two hours. Be aware that its grade increases rapidly (from 968 to 3,235 feet) and is super steep. The Simatai wall cuts through the Simatai Reservoir, and those who want to can zipline over it. For the day hikers, Heavenly Ladder and Sky Bridge are two extremely narrow and high parts of the wall with incredible views of mountain ridges.

To get there hire a private driver, or hop on the Airport Express subway line to Dongzhimen station. Take Bus 980 from Dongzhimen Long Distance Bus Station to Miyun Town and then take a taxi.

This section's surrounding countryside boasts a sea of yellow flowers in spring and summer. Other distinguishing features of Huanghuacheng include: boat rides on Haoming Lake, and fewer crowds than Mutianyu and Badaling. It can also be combined with Mutianyu for a day trip, as the two sections are only a 40-minute drive apart.

To get there hire a private car, or take the 916 bus or 916 express bus to Dongzhimen to Huairou Bus Station. Hop on the H21 bus to the Small West Lake (Lakeside Great Wall) Station, and walk north to the scenic area. By public transport, it will take at least two hours from central Beijing.

For those who can’t decide if they want to see a restored or wild section of wall, Jinshanling offers a beautiful mixture of both. Ideal for hikers, this section stretches 6.5 miles, runs along the Jinshanling Mountains, contains 67 watchtowers, five mountain passes, and very few tourists. If you hike in this section by itself, plan for two to five hours. You can also hike from this section to other sections, such as Simatai or Gubeikou.

To get there, hire a private driver or take the subway to Wangjing West Station. Hop on the bus to Luanping, and get off at Jinshanling Service Area. This bus will take about two hours to get to Jinshanling Service Area. Once you alight, you can take a free shuttle to the wall.

If you want to see the section of the wall closest to Beijing and can handle huge crowds, this will be your option. Though super touristy, Badaling has amazingly restored wide walkways and guardrails for its steeper parts. Like the Mutianyu section, it offers a cable car and toboggan rides for those who want to save their energy and feet. Plan for one and a half hours to visit this section of the Wall and walk the 2.3 miles of its restored path. Check out the 19 watchtowers along the way and be prepared for tons of hawkers.

To get there hire a private driver or take the subway to Jishuitan station. Go out exit B2 and hop on the 877 bus, a direct bus with a travel time of about one and a half hours to get there.

Tips for Visiting the Great Wall

Use these tips to make the most of your visit.

You do not need to book a tour to the Great Wall, though it can eliminate the stress of trip planning and language barriers. If you are traveling solo or with one or two other adults, hiring a driver or using public transport will most likely be your best options.

If you are traveling in a large group or with children or with elderly family members, a tour or private driver will be your best options. Some tours will take you to a government sponsored tea house or jade museum during the trip. Know what you’re buying if you go the tour route, and look for tours that state they do not do commissioned stops.

Weather-wise, spring and fall are the best times to see the Great Wall. Spring will provide beautiful verdant greens (and yellow blossoms around Huanghuacheng). In the fall, the rolling forested hills on either side of the wall will be dappled with red, orange, and yellow leaves. However, the best time to go to avoid crowds is winter.

Wear layers. It gets windy and most of the sections are exposed. Even the watchtowers have giant open window frames. If you go in the summer, take a hat and sunscreen.

Spend at least three to four hours on the wall, this is one of the Seven Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site after all. Take some time to enjoy it. Sections can be steep (even if restored) and ascents slow. Stroll through the blockhouses and watch towers, sip water as you admire the surrounding hills, and zip down to the base in a toboggan (if you go to Badaling or Mutianyu).

If you want to experience the Great Wall early without leaving Beijing in the wee morning hours, consider staying at a hotel by the section you want to see. For Muitanyu, The Brickyard offers comfortable rooms, a restaurant, and a spa. Alternatively, if you want to go to the wall during the day, but also see it lit up at night, go to Simatai. Stay at Gubeishui Town Hotel and splurge on a luxury room with great views.

For intrepid explorers, it is possible to camp on the wall. However, you will need to do your own research and take all of your gear and provisions with you. There are no vendors in the wild sections. If you want to camp in a group tour, Great Wall Hiking offers what is sure to be a memorable experience of a night on the Great Wall.

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Short and sweet, but doesn't miss a beat. Embark on an eight-day whirlwind tour through three of China's greatest destinations: Beijing, Xi'an, and Chengdu. Wander through Tian'anmen Square and climb Jinshan Park for a bird's-eye view of the Forbidden City. Walk along the historic Great Wall, and bring a picnic lunch to chow down beside this world wonder. With free time in futuristic Beijing and visits to ancient marvels like the Terracotta Warriors, experience the best of China in just over a week.

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Hop on local transportation and visit some of Beijing's top tourist spots. Take a CEO led tour of the symbolic centre of Chinese power, Tiananmen Square. See the Forbidden City from a birds eye view at Jinshan Park and wander through the picturesque Hutong alleyways.

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This morning, travel to the legendary Great Wall of China. Together we'll hike about 5 kilometers of this 6000 km masterpiece. Opt to ride the cable car, chairlift or even ride the toboggan down. After a full day at the Wall, we'll return to Beijing where we'll board an overnight train to Xi'an.

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Wake up this morning as you pull into the historical city of Xi'An, the entrance to the Silk Road. After an orientation walk (and maybe some breakfast?), hop on a public bus with your CEO to take a tour of the mysterious Terracotta Warriors. In the evening. return to the city for an evening stroll through the Muslim Quarter.

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This morning, enjoy some free time in the city of Xi'an before heading to our next destination. Opt to visit the ancient City Wall or take a cycling tour on top of it. Then head to train station to take the bullet train to Chengdu. Join your CEO for an orientation walk of the city before heading out for your Big Night Out! Grab a beer, on us, and enjoy under the bright lights of Chengdu.

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After your Big Night Out, opt to take this morning slow or get ready to see all that Chengdu has to offer. Opt to visit the Giant Panda Breeding Center and learn about these amazing, but endangered species. In the afternoon, with your group and CEO, visit Chengdu's more popular spots, like Tianfu Square, People's Park and Kuanzhaixiang.

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Tourism revitalizes ancient village near Great Wall

Amid the vibrant summer vacation season, He Yuling is lately occupied managing her bed-and-breakfast (B&B) nestled at the foothills of the Great Wall for guests from all over the world.

"We have received over 5,500 guests in the past month, generating a total revenue of 600,000 yuan (about $84,169.18)," said He, 55. Spanning approximately 3,500 square meters, He's B&B is situated in Shixia village, near the iconic Badaling Great Wall Scenic Spot in Beijing's suburban Yanqing district.

Dating back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Shixia was once hindered by its remote location and poor transportation. However, thanks to the popularity of the nearby Great Wall, the village has seen a cultural tourism boom in recent years.

He was born in Qianlyuzhuang village, which is also located near the scenic spot. When she visited Shixia in 2014, she was immediately captivated by its tourism resources related to the Great Wall. "The presence of the Great Wall in almost every corner of Shixia is a major draw for both locals and tourists," she explained.

Capitalizing on this attraction, she leased 12 dilapidated courtyards from local villagers and transformed them into a B&B named "Shiguang Great Wall." The houses blend traditional Chinese architecture with modern comforts. Guests can savor views of the Great Wall from the courtyards, gaze at the starlit sky through glass roofs and revel in the melodic echoes of wind chimes in the mountains, He said.

The tranquil and inviting ambiance has catapulted the B&B to widespread acclaim, resulting in a total revenue of 6 million yuan in 2023. He recently expanded the amenities to include a bookstore and a café, catering to the diverse needs of tourists. During the farming off-season, some villagers worked part-time at He's B&B to supplement their incomes. The increasing number of tourists has spurred more residents to convert their own courtyards into B&Bs.

With a population of just over 100, Shixia now boasts 21 B&Bs, collectively generating more than 8 million yuan in income in 2023, with the per capita income for villagers reaching 36,221 yuan. Among those benefiting from the tourism boom is Liu Yuqing, who juggles a hectic schedule as a guide, narrating the village's history to tourists, while running a B&B.

She has seen her annual income rise by over 40,000 yuan as a result. The Great Wall stands as China's preeminent cultural legacy, consisting of walls scattered across 15 provincial-level regions, with Yanqing alone boasting considerable Great Wall resources stretching 179.2 km. Last year, Yanqing topped all Beijing districts in holiday tourist traffic, with the Great Wall serving as a magnet for visitors from home and abroad.

According to Ye Dahua, head of the Yanqing district government, more cultural resources tied to the Great Wall will be developed, infusing new vitality into local tourism. Enditem

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