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Escape the crowds on a private day trip from Beijing to the Jinshanling Great Wall, a Ming Dynasty masterpiece with original brickwork and stunning mountain vistas.
Experience the Great Wall as it was meant to be seen on this private day tour from Beijing to the Jinshanling section. Unlike the heavily restored and crowded Badaling, Jinshanling offers a more authentic and tranquil hike along original Ming Dynasty fortifications. Your day begins with a convenient 8:00am hotel pickup, followed by a scenic drive to the wall. Upon arrival around 10:30am, you'll explore the impressive 21-24 foot high structure, built under the direction of General Qi Jiguang. The afternoon includes a late lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your Beijing hotel. This tour is perfect for history enthusiasts and photographers seeking a less touristy, more immersive Great Wall experience.
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel in the early morning at 8:00am. Get to the Jinshanling Great Wall around 10:30am. The Jinshanling Great Wall was initially built from 1368 to 1389 in the Ming Dynasty, and in 1567 or 1570 rebuilding of the Wall was mainly directed by General Qi Jiguang. The Wall is about 21 to 24 feet high and 15 to 18 feet wide, which is made of brick and stone.
The Jinshanling Great Wall has an elevation of 2100 feet. There is a cableway up to the Jinshanling Great Wall. The fact is that it is very easy to walk up to the Great Wall. Hiking about 2 hours on its section.. Each tower has its unique feature and look. There are relatively less crowded here at Jinshanling Great Wall, it is a nice place to explore the Great Wall around Beijing.
After late lunch at a local restaurant, get back to the hotel downtown Beijijg.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| Air conditioned vehicle | Gratuities to drivers and guides. |
| Chinese lunch | Cable car at the Great Wall Booking Note: |
| Entrance fees | Don't forget to bring water, sunscreen, sun-glasses, and cap etc. |
| Englsih Speaking tour guide | On the Jinshanling Great Wall east section hike, you will meet lots of local peddlers who will pester you from the beginning to the end. Don't worry too much about the these farmer-turned vendors. Just treat them with respect and they will treat you the same. They can be quite helpful if you have any difficulty on the way. The local vendors make a living by selling bottled water, postcards, tourist books, T-shirts and souvenirs at higher prices. You are not obligated to buy from them but it can be hard to make them go away. If you don't want to buy anything, tipping is expected. |
| The above private transfer is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. | There is a cableway up to the east section of Jinshanling Great Wall. If you take a cable car up, you will skip over 5 watch towers. You are not advised to use the cable car since it is very slow and unnecessary. The fact is that it is very easy to walk up to the Great Wall |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $259 |
| 2 persons | $149 |
| 3 persons | $125 |
| 4 - 5 persons | $109 |
| 6 - 9 Persons | $95 |
| 10 persons and above | $75 |
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