Beijing Great Wall Hiking & Camping Tours 2025/2026
Step back in time to the realm of Emperor Qinshihuang, the first emperor of China, and discover the largest ancient fortifications in the world as well as numerous mighty and time-worn beacons on the endless Wall through the eyes of a local on our guided Beijing Great Wall hiking tours. A hiking trip to the Great Wall of China in Beijing will unearth your inner explorer as you trek through a well-stored or wild authentic Great Wall, enjoy a picnic with friends or family on the Wall, or camp at one of the watchtowers and watch the sun set and rise.
Touring Beijing Great Wall by hiking with a local guide means you’ll dip into the history and be taken care of every step while you are hiking. Your guide will be there to show you the best part of the Great Wall of China, with the scenic views of Beijing’s mountains and countryside. Meals will also be perfectly arranged at the restaurant near the Great Wall, or a fun picnic will be included for a full day of Beijing Great Wall hiking and to enhance your adventure.
Which Section of the Great Wall Is Best for Hiking?
- Badaling is the most popular section of the Great Wall, so a walk or hike on the Badaling can be very crowded.
- Mutianyu is the most recommended or international travelers, with less tourists than Badaling, and offers moderately strenuous hike.
- Gubeikou, an unrestored section, is the best choice for looking to visit an off the beaten path.
- Jinshanling is known as the most beautiful section of the Great wall, and offers endless photography opportunities.
- Simatai is favored by people who prefer to have a night tour of the Great Wall from Beijing.
How Much Time Needed for the Great Wall Hiking in Beijing?
It depends. Most travelers opt for a half-day or one-day Great wall hiking, while adventurous walkers may choose hike for 2 to 5 days, or even longer, with camping experiences included.
Best Beijing Great Wall Hiking Tours
The best private Beijing tours of the Great Wall of China hiking are those that combine insider access to the less-touristy and authentic Wall and the views of Beijing’s natural landscape. We can assist you in planning a tailor-made Beijing Great Wall hiking, trekking and camping tour that includes everything from private local guides and transfers, to meals and camping lodging.
Guided by a local expert, hike the most challenging sections of the Great Wall of China from Jiankou to Mutianyu — it is ideal for experienced hikers.
Hike from Gubeikou to Jinshanling, you will look into the most highlighted and wildest sections of the Great Wall, and experience unique overnight camping on the Great Wall.
Looking for something even more excited? This private Beijing tour offers 3 hours’ exciting hiking and a incredible full view of Badaling Great Wall and Beijing’s nature by helicopter.
Beijing Great Wall Hiking Day Tours
The following Beijing Great Wall hiking day tour are ideal for expats in Beijing, and travelers who have a short layover in Beijing airport.
Get an immersive experience of Jinshangling Great Wall hiking with endless opportunities to take amazing pictures of the Wall, beacon towers, and surrounding landscape.
Explore the historic Gubei Water Town, the best water towns in North China, and hike the off-the-beaten-track Simatai, which is perfect for trekking the Great Wall at night.
Star your private tour in Beijing city, with a visit to Forbidden City or Temple of Heaven. Then enjoy an easy hike on Mutianyu, longest Great Wall in China, with magnificent views.
Your local guide will make sure you will make the most of your time to hike challenging steep paths of Badaling Great Wall, and take in fabulous scenery.
Take this half day fully-guided private tour to Mutianyu Great Wall, one of the best-preserved sections. Walk along the wall and steps for an immersive experience of history and nature.
Admire the majestic construction of Mutainyu Great Wall back to Ming Dynasty, learn from the local guide about the history and fun facts of the Great Wall.
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