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About This Tour
A dedicated Great Wall expedition — hiking multiple sections from the easternmost point at Old Dragon's Head westward, staying in homestays, hostels and hotels along the way. Entirely within mainland China, following the Great Wall through Hebei province and finishing in Beijing.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Airport pickup at Beijing International Airport on Day 1.
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Day 1 — Welcome to China!
Airport transfer, hotel check-in, a briefing, and a welcome dinner.
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Day 2 — Old Dragon's Head
The Shanhaiguan Pass Fortress museum, then the hike begins at the Wall's easternmost section.
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Day 3 — Jiao Shan Ancient Wall
A trek from Jiaoshan up to Dapingding Peak, descending through the valley to Sandaoguan village.
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Day 4 — Best-Preserved Ming Section
Climbing Cihou Tower, hiking the Banchangyu section, and visiting the East Qing Tombs.
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Day 5 — Heaven's Ladder
Trekking westward and climbing the 200-plus-step "Heaven's Ladder" at Huangyaguan.
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Day 6 — Chengde's Summer Resort
A drive to Chengde to explore the largest imperial garden in the world.
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Day 7 — Temples & Sunset at Jinshanling
Puning and Putuo Zongcheng Temples, then a hike of the Wohushan section with sunset at Jinshanling.
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Day 8 — Village Recovery Day
A lighter day in a Great Wall village, trekking to a family homestay near Huanghuacheng.
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Day 9 — Moon-Shaped Reservoir
A steep hike to Xishuiyu with panoramic valley views and a boat ride on the reservoir.
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Day 10 — Jiankou to Mutianyu
Pre-sunrise photography at Jiankou, a four-hour hike through the wild Wall to the restored Mutianyu section, and return to Beijing.
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Day 11 — Imperial Beijing
Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Summer Palace.
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Day 12 — Goodbye, Beijing!
Transfer to the airport for departure.
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Departure
The trip ends in Beijing, with an airport transfer on Day 12.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
It's a genuine multi-day hiking itinerary along wild and restored sections of the Wall, with some steep, uneven terrain — a good fitness level is essential.
A mix of 3-star hotels, hostels, homestays and even a tent night, reflecting the remote sections of Wall being covered.
Yes, the entire route is within mainland China (Hebei province and Beijing).
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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