A Gubeikou evening without a long traverse
2HC is built around time outdoors at Gubeikou rather than a long crossing between Great Wall sections. A later start from Beijing leads to an afternoon walk, an overnight stay and a morning to enjoy the landscape before the return.
The experience may appeal to travelers with limited time or those who prefer a gentler walking day. Gubeikou is still a mountain setting, with uneven ground and climbs; discuss the approach and walking distance before booking.
We confirm the permitted overnight site, tent and sleeping equipment, meals, facilities and pickup time in writing. The schedule changes with the season, and clear sunrise or sunset views cannot be promised.
Review from Roman
It was a great idea to book this type of adventure. My guide was Oliver. Great guy with good knowledge of the area and history. Besides that, he was funny too. It was a great time spent together with him during these three days of hiking. I can tell that especially the third day was stressful in the beginning.
I have camera full of great pictures and had full of great memories from this adventure. We've seen many interesting things. I liked the farmer's house hotel we stayed over night. The room was clean, nicely prepared for us, clean bathroom and even draperies in the window.. Even there was a tv and Wi-Fi(!). The second night we spent in the great wall tower sleeping in the tents! That was amazing experience.
I recommend this attraction to everybody!!!
-- romanpiekosz, Chicago, Illinois on TripAdvisor
Date of Experience: June 2019
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Experience a Great Wall sunset and camp in a watchtower
At approximately 11:30 a.m., meet your guide at your hotel for the drive of more than two hours to Gubeikou. Follow a shorter route for about two hours, enjoying the original towers and sunset views. For a longer challenge, upgrade to the 4.5-hour Gubeikou–Jinshanling hike for an additional $49 per person.
A place that links the southern and northern areas of the Yanshan Range is a place known as Gubeikou. It's roughly 125 kilometers away from Beijing. Gubeikou has served as a route of strategic importance back in ancient times. It was known as the passage way to the city.
Today, Gubeikou Wall is more than 20 km and consists of four parts: Wohushan, Panlongshan, Jinshanling, and Simatai. Our tour guide will go into detail of its history when you are there in person re-living as the soldiers once did who protected the boundaries of the wall. Gubeikou was one of the most important passes used to repel the Japanese back in the early 1930's. Gubeikou is a perfect section of the Great Wall for hiking and camping. This section of the Great wall has 143 beacon towers which all vary in size so much so, some can fit less than 10 and some can fill up with as many as 100 soldiers!
A famous Great Wall specialist said: "The Great Wall is the best of Chinese architecture, but Simatai is the best of the Great Wall." Built on a cliff, Simatai is extremely steep. This section of the wall is known for its legends and historical relics.
Simply put, the Gubeikou sections are very unique and possess many characteristics and beautiful landscapes. Learning about its history is breath taking, wait until you hear the legendary stories while personally been there living in the past!
After viewing the sunset Around 6 p.m., we will have dinner at a local farmer's house at the base of the Great Wall. This will be a delicious local Chinese cuisine served just for you. We will then climb back on the Great Wall and set up camp for the night in one of the Great Walls towers! All camping equipment will be provided, so all you have to do is have a comfortable sleep!
Meals and Supplies
Meals: Lunch & Dinner in the local restaurants
Bottled Water: Unlimited
Accommodations: Camping at Gubeikou Great Wall with a full set of camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, and mattress)
If you’re not into camping you may stay overnight in a local home inn at the base of the Great Wall. Please let us know in advance and we will be happy to make arrangements
DAY 2: Wake up to Great Wall Sunrise
An early wakeup call at about 5:30 is to take in the beautiful sunrise over the Great Wall. After having a continental breakfast, you will return to Beijing at about 9 a.m.
Great Wall Adventure Club is the perfect guide for your Great Wall hiking and camping.
Meals and Supplies
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch in the local restaurants
Bottled Water: Unlimited
Other Inclusions and Packages
Inclusions
- English-speaking guide with well-experienced tour guide;
- Professional driver and nice vehicle;
- General admissions to all sections touched;
- Free membership card;
- Hotel pickup & drop-off;
- Airport pickup & drop-off at a low fee;
Service Packages
- PLATINUM PACKAGE -- Private or Semi-private English-speaking Tour that is present with you every minute of your adventure. This Tour also includes private transfers, tickets, camp setup and meals.
- GOLD PACKAGE -- Private or Semi-private tour with our local Chinese speaking guide. It includes our transfer service from and to your hotel and local support from our team. Majority of this package is the same as the Platinum Package except that you pay less.
- SILVER PACKAGE -- Use our coach bus and public bus as the transportation tool to reduce the logistic fee, so you can spend more on the walking and camping experience.
Other Great Wall Camping Tours to Consider and Compare
- Gubeikou-Jinshanling-West Simatai camping (TOUR 2AB)
- Gubeikou-Jinshanling-Huanghuacheng camping (TOUR 2AD)
- Beginner's experience of camping at Gubeikou (TOUR 2HB)
- Gubeikou Camping for the Sunset and Sunrise for Cheap (TOUR 2HC)
- From the Forbidden City to Gubeikou Camping (2X1)
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