
Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch
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5.0/5
Based on 16 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch worth booking?
Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $70 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (16)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $70 per person
Accompanied by your experienced English speaking guide, enjoy an uncrowded adventurous hike to see the Great Wall from Gubeikou then walk along to Jinshanling around 5 hours hike with earlier departure. This is a medium
What you get
About this experience
Accompanied by your experienced English speaking guide, enjoy an uncrowded adventurous hike to see the Great Wall from Gubeikou then walk along to Jinshanling around 5 hours hike with earlier departure. This is a medium difficulty hike and is appropriate for children from age 8 and up or those who are keen hikers. Entrance fee, lunch and round trip transportation from your hotel are included.
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Physical effort
8 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
6 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
6 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
16 verified traveler reviews for Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An excellent hike on the Great Wall
Booked this as a last minute and it was an excellent day trip. Not crowded, beautiful view and scenery. Our english speaking guide Henry was the best, provided explanations and great guidance. Lunch at the end in the local restaurant was excellent and Henry provided valuable explanations and recommendations about the food, which is very useful for non-chinese speakers. Driver was also excellent.
via Tripadvisor
Great wall
It has been an amazing day. The great wall is astonishing. Our guide was very attentive to us. We would definitely repet it again.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing Great Wall
Great Wall experience We booked our trip to Wall in January and were anxious if everything would go the right way. With great tour guide Leo it went everything very smoothly. Communication, organization of hike and choice that we got, just worked like Swiss clocks. We traveled about hour and half. He was really educated about Chinese history so we got little historical insights about wall and dynasties etc. Our hike started in Gubeico. And he try to our physic with first hill. This way leaded to ancient part of wall without reconstruction. So we saw old bricks with emperor sights, battle tested gates etc. then we got two choices, got back to car and drive to Jinsanling (reconstructed part of wall like in movies) or cross forest and go by feet to Jinsaling. So forest was the way, hour long journey and we were right in middle of majestic wall. Then it was just paradise, fotos videos of the view. Indisputably one of the greatest places we ever been before. Then we hit the road on wall to the east gate hour and 10 minutes long. In total we were amazed, no more words needed. Three things to be aware of when you decided to go in summer. It’s hot, sunny weather, so you need a lots of bottle of water and bring SPF 50 cream. Second thing be ready it’s up and down so great psychic is advantage. But last and not least travel with tour guide Leo.
via Tripadvisor
Tough hike! Great views!
An amazing tour. I will say, it was a tough hike. Be sure that you are in shape and are in for an adventure. There were many areas with rough terrain. I've hiked 2 other sections of the Great Wall and Jinshanling is definitely the toughest. Lunch afterwards was delicious.
via Tripadvisor
Breathtaking views but a...
Breathtaking views but a difficult hike. Be adventurous and in shape to complete it! Our guide was great and lunch after was delicious.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch cost?
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Prices start at $70 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 16 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Great Wall Private Hiking Day: Gubeikou to Jinshanling w/ Lunch start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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