Gubeikou & Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking Tour English Speaking Driver Service

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About this activity

The Gubeikou Great Wall, located around 130km northeast of Beijing, is divided into two parts: Wohushan and Panlongshan, The Panlongshan section is a good choice for an easy walk, as it’s in good condition, and there are relatively few steep ups and downs compared to other parts of the Great Wall. The wall here runs along the top of a ridge, you’ll enjoy expansive views as you hike.

Jingshanling Great Wall is the most beautiful section of the Great Wall and a paradise for photographers, it was built around 1567-1586AD, served as the first protection of Beijing City, located about 135km beyond the Mutianyu Great Wall. Here 67 watchtowers dominate 20 kilometers of the Great Wall, making it a perfect location for viewing Great Wall sunsets, and sunrises too.

You could collect two different pick points they are Jinshanling main gate and East gate.

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At a glance

Duration: 9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Your Beijing Guide

Ages: Children (6–8 years) · Adults (9–79 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tolls, Gas, Parking fees
Included: Professional English speaking driver

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities (recommend)
Not included: Entrance ticket

Itinerary

The Great Wall of Gubeikou

one hour Admission not included

Meet your driver to Gubeikou Great Wall

According to your schedule, a comfortable vehicle (non-smoking) with an experienced driver will be ready for you to explore the Gubeikou Great Wall.

You'll take 2 hours from downtown Beijing to the Great Wall at Gubeikou. The section is a good choice for an easy walk, as it’s in good condition, and there are relatively few steep ups and downs compared to other parts of the Great Wall. The wall here runs along the top of a ridge, and you’ll enjoy expansive views as you hike.

From the starting point hike to the Jinshanling main gate will takes 3.5 hours to the East gate of Jinshanling 5 hours, you could collected one of them and let your driver know, also your driver will leaves and be waiting for you at the pick up point you had chosen.

After the wall your driver could take you to have lunch/dinner then drive to Beijing and drop off you at your hotel/airport/train station in your need.
Jinshanling Great Wall

2 hours Admission not included

Jinshanling Great Wall is one of the most breathtaking and authentic sections of the Great Wall, famous for its majestic mountain views, well-preserved watchtowers, and ancient charm. Here, visitors can hike along the winding wall, explore centuries-old beacon towers, and experience the real sense of China’s historical defense system.

Unlike the more crowded sections near Beijing, Jinshanling offers a quieter and more immersive experience with wide-open landscapes — perfect for photography and peaceful exploration. Whether you catch the sunrise over the misty mountains or the golden glow of sunset along the ancient bricks, every step feels like walking through history.

It’s not just a sightseeing spot — it’s a journey through time, nature, and the spirit of adventure.