Private Tour
Private Trekking Tour from Gubeikou to Jinshanling Greatwall
Overview
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The Jinshanling Great Wall is a complicated and well preserved fortification systems and possesses the largest number of watchtowers. These watchtowers were made by huge bricks, 5-8 miles high, and each one built in a different architectural style. The distance between each tower is about 50 to100 miles away. Some of them are half-timbered, some are stone, some with one eave, some with two-eave. The roofs of the towers are many and varied, flat,arched, quadrangular or octagonal. It is an exemplary section of the Great Wall and hence comes the saying that the Jinshanling section is the most essential part of the 10,000-li (6,700 kilometres) Great Wall.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 8 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable shoes for hiking
Travel insurance is encouraged
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Great Wall of Gubeikou
Your tour starts from 8:00am, and you will arrive at Panlongshan beauty spot - Gubeikou Great Wall after about 2.5 hours driving. Then you will walk for 30 minutes to General Tower and turn right to highest point,after 1.5 to 2 hours, you will reach the 24-hole Guard Tower. Continue go down to the valley because of military zone,you will see the old house that was built with Great Wall bricks on the way, where the local farmer lived before,we will go through corn field, go up to the hill and go down again to the village,where we have lunch in the local farmer's restaurant.It take 40 minutes after lunch to be back to the wall again,which is Jinshanling Great Wall,It is amazing view ahead.You will take a lot photos here. Keep walking towards east for 1.5 to 2 hours hiking, then you will reach the zhuanduokou where you will exit the Great Wall. you will be transfer back to your Beijing hotel. The entire hiking time for this tour is about 6 to 7 hours.
Jinshanling Great Wall
Jinshanlin Great Wall has a strong military defense system. It includes barrier walls, crib walls, blockhouses,emplacements, watch-towers, stone-shooting windows, arrow-shooting holes,cavalry defense walls and so on, which makes China well-protected in old time. When you stand on the Jinshanling Great Wall, you will appreciate how majestic and splendid it is, and you will understand how great and heroic the nation is.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Snacks
Private Tour
Air-conditioned vehicle
Chinese lunch in a local farmer's restaurant
Gratuities
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All Inclusive Private Tour
This all inclusive trekking tour is just for you. Please meet your professional guide in your hotel lobby at 8:00am
Pickup included
Reviews
32 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A truly incredible, once in a lifetime experience.
Daloni L,,Dec 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience We had the most incredible day on this private trekking tour from Gubeikou to Jinshanling, and cannot recommend it highly enough. Our guide Peter was absolutely fantastic – personable, knowledgeable, and with a brilliant sense of humour. From the moment we met him, we felt completely safe and at ease as two Western female travellers. His knowledge of the Great Wall, the surrounding history, and local culture really enriched the experience, and he perfectly judged when to share information and when to simply let us soak in the moment. He also took wonderful photos for us and made sure we experienced the very best viewpoints and quiet, special moments along the wall. Lunch at a local farmer’s restaurant was a real highlight – the food was incredibly tasty, fresh, and beautifully prepared, and it felt authentic, clean, and welcoming. It was exactly the kind of experience we hoped for. Our driver James was also excellent. His driving was very safe, the vehicle was spotless and extremely comfortable, and the transfers were smooth and stress-free throughout the day. Both Peter and James spoke fantastic English and generously offered helpful advice about our wider plans while in Beijing, which we really appreciated. This was a day we will remember for a lifetime, and we are so grateful to both Peter and James for making it such a special, seamless, and memorable experience. Truly outstanding.
An incredible tour, book it!!!!
Rebecca B,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00I couldn’t recommend this tour highly enough. Everything from the transport to the hike, driver James, guide Peter, delicious lunch and spectacular views make this tour one of the best I’ve ever experienced!!!
We would highly recommend a tour with these guys as they made our Great Wall experience unforgettable
Maryes87,,Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We traveled from the U.S.A to China to visit the Great Wall for the first time. I booked this tour for my husband’s 40th Birthday. Our tour experience with Chao (Peter) and James was full of joy and wonder. Peter was very kind, professional, and knowledgeable. In addition, the amount of patience Peter has while operating the tour is truly incredible. Peter also made sure we were safe during difficult parts of the climb. We appreciated him every step of the way. To further mention, James was our driver and he was very nice and professional as well. James got us to our destinations safely. On top of that Peter and James surprised my husband with a birthday cake at one of the watch towers we climbed to on the Great Wall!! The tour company went above and beyond for us without being asked. We would highly recommend a tour with these guys as they made our Great Wall experience unforgettable. We enjoyed every moment and we were grateful for their services. Thank you.
I will definitely recommend Great Wall trekking
TriToby,,Apr 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We normally DIY our tours but decided to spoil ourselves with a private guided tour to the wall. It was worth every penny. From booking and communication beforehand to the end , first class. On time pick up and smooth transfer to the start. Our guide, Peter, was so knowledgeable, not just on the history and the information on the Wall but on a vast array of topics - he answered all our questions. Lunch was delicious and the cold beer was well deserved. Peter - thank you for taking such good care of us and those Snickers bars were a welcome snack
A unique hike and view of the Great Wall
Anna T,,Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a demanding hike but it is totally worth it! You will walk for about three hours along the Gubeikou part of the wall that is not restored - but truly authentic, and then you will join the part of Jinshanling which is restored and majestic. There are very few visitors so you have the Wall and the panorama to yourself. Henry has been an exceptional guide! Polite, helpful, professional, welcoming, enthusiastic! I truly enjoyed the tour. The lunch was delicious and the people very welcoming! I strongly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to experience the Great Wall away from the crowds.
Do this tour
christopherhA5301PS,,Mar 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was amazing! Highly recommend and Peter (our guide) was incredible. Can’t recommend this enough. You get incredible views, a bit of fitness and everything is easily planned
A very nice experience
H7811PDmariel,,May 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything went as planned. The walk from Gubeikou to Jinshanling was magnificent and the meal planned afterwards was delicious. Peter is a careful and very attentive guide, I recommend without hesitation :)
Unforgettable experience
giorgio c,,May 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We organized this day tour to the Great Wall with James from Great Wall Trekclub Tours, an agency specializing in trekking and hiking experiences in China. Among the various possible alternatives, on James' advice, we chose this one because it combined a route on the unrestored part of the Great Wall and a visit to one of the restored sections, with the possibility of seeing a very scenic sunset. The distance from Beijing is greater than the Badaling or Mutianyu stretches, but it is rewarded by a lower presence of tourists. We leave at 9.00 from Beijing and arrive at our destination after about 3 hours. The trek on the unrestored part of Gubeikou/Panlongshan with continuous ups and downs lasts about 2/3 hours, then you have lunch in a local restaurant and reach the Jinshanling stretch in time for an excursion on the renovated part of the Great Wall and to admire the sunset in a fantastic setting. James was a perfect guide, with great knowledge of the area and the history of the Great Wall. He provided us with plenty of water and snacks and helped us understand many aspects of life in China. An unforgettable and unmissable experience for all those who visit Beijing and love history and the mountains.
Not to be missed while in Beijing!
N1158OBfernandas,,Apr 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Since it was a chinese holiday, the tour company decided to begin the day earlier to avoid the crowds and traffic jam on the way back, which was a great call. We’ve arrived at the Great Wall, when almost no one was there! I was able to walk around places where the wall was completely destroyed, partially reconstructed and fully reconstructed. The views where amaaaazing! I know this is an expensive tour, specially if you go solo, such as myself, but it’s totally worth it. This company is very professional, the driver was great, and the guide was a lovely person to be around :) He explained a lot of curiosities about the wall, as long as its history, and answered all my questions. Lunch was also great, pretty local, with veg options :) They provide enough water and snacks a long the way. The hike is pretty easy, not much physical effort required. I can’t express enough my gratitude for this tour! Not to be missed while in Beijing!
Walking along the wall with James
lifeisadream,,Mar 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked a private tour along the Great Wall of China with James, and what a day it was! The weather couldn’t have been better as James led us to the unrestored section of the wall to start. As we walked and marveled at the breathtaking scenery, James shared his extensive knowledge of the area’s history. The hike led us through stunning spots with postcard-worthy views. Eventually, we reached the restored section of the wall, continuing our hike while soaking in the beauty around us. James had thoughtfully provided snacks and water, which were much appreciated on a hot day. We concluded our adventure with a delicious local lunch, every dish was yummy. Thank you, James, for an unforgettable experience—it was a pleasure from start to finish.
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