Imagine camping inside a watchtower!
Day 1: Jiankou-Mutianyu
We will leave at 9:30 a.m. in the summer, and 8:00 a.m. in winter from your hotel in Beijing to Jiankou.
This area is stunning and known for its white glow and its steepness. Known as 'Arrow Nock' in English as it features an arrow-shaped mountain. It was built in the Ming Dynasty era (1368 - 1644). Today The Great Wall at Jiankou retains its original appearance since its construction in 1368. It is known for its 'wildness' otherwise untouched, unrestored, and has all its history on display for you to see! One of the most notable features is its zigzags for 9.3 miles.
Not many people know about this part of the Great Wall (Mutianyu) and the other section and more populous section, Badaling. This is always like a swarm of bees around a beehive, it's a bustling area, and there are just too many people there to truly take in your surroundings and enjoy your visit especially during peak time. Mutianyu is the perfect alternative if you are looking for more of a peaceful experience. It is closer to Beijing than Badaling is, and maybe this is another reason you would choose this part. Mutianyu is known for its steep landscape and its uniqueness.
After hiking down or after taking the toboggan (slide) down which is truly fun,.
We will transfer to Huanghucheng to camp tonight on the Great Wall.
Distance: 9 km.
Time: 4.5 Hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: Camping on the Wall
Water: Unlimited
Day 2: Huanghuacheng-Xishuiyu
A wake-up call at 7:30 AM with breakfast, we will then continue our trek, this time from Huanhuacheng to Xishuiyu.
Huanghuacheng sits near a lake and a reservoir. The crescent-shaped reservoir is called Huanghuacheng Reservoir, while the name of the lake is Jintang.
Explore restored Great Wall masonry at Huanghuacheng and consider a boat trip on Haoming Lake. Sightseeing cruises and rowing boats offer another perspective on the fortifications and surrounding mountain scenery.
We will drive back to Beijing this afternoon, full with a lifetime of memories.
Distance: 9 km
Time: 4 Hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Accommodation: Camp at Huanghaucheng Great Wall
Water: Unlimited
Day 3: Wild Badaling-Stone Pass
Early morning breakfast will be the first on the list before we drive to the Badaling Great Wall. A mix of both restored and unrestored sections. This is for hikers who like a challenge and the beaten off the path. You will visit the area without the crowds and get an up-close and personal adventure on the Wall.
Shixiaguan is set among the mountains in a glorious landscape. This section o the Wall is still remarkably intact and stable. Nevertheless, the Wall remains relatively untouched because of its strategic location. Shixiaguan Pass was initially built in the reign of Ming Emperor Wanli, which was about 1600AD. It is a crucial pass that was once protected by a large number of soldiers.
After another 2-3 hours of hiking, we’ll walk down the Great Wall to drive back into Beijing at about 5 -6 p.m. You will be dropped off at your hotel.
Distance: 10 km
Time: 4.5 Hours
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Water: Unlimited