
Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot)
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Is Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) worth booking?
Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $80 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 54 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $80 per person
The best choice for someone who really looks for strenuous and challenging hiking at the wild sections of the Great Wall. Escape the crowds and enjoy the wild Great Wall to yourself.
What you get
- local guide at the wild Great Wall (NOT English speaking, just leading the way)
- round trip transfer in air-con vehicle (pick-up from your centrally located hotel in Beijing)
About this experience
The best choice for someone who really looks for strenuous and challenging hiking at the wild sections of the Great Wall. Escape the crowds and enjoy the wild Great Wall to yourself.
What's included
Included
- local guide at the wild Great Wall (NOT English speaking, just leading the way)
- round trip transfer in air-con vehicle (pick-up from your centrally located hotel in Beijing)
Not included
- Professional English speaking tour guide service
- Lunch
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
The Great wall of Jiankou
Pick-up from your centrally located hotel in Beijing, or meeting point at exit C of subway station Zhang Zi Zhong Lu of Line 5. After the pick-up, you'll head for Jiankou Great Wall directly. It takes about 1 hour and a half to drive from the city of Beijing to Jiankou Great Wall. THIS TOUR IS RATHER STRENUOUS. IF YOU'RE OVER 65 YEARS OLD, OR NOT IN GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CANCEL YOUR BOOKING ON SPOT. This tour includes a round trip private transfer and a local guide (just leading the way, NOT English speaking). You need to prepare some food & drink and eat on the Great Wall. You'll hike at the wild sections of Jiankou Great Wall, including Beijing Knot, Eagle Flying Upside Down, and Sky Ladder. Some parts are really dangerous and steep, and you have to take the shortcut. The tour finishes after Sky Ladder, NOT reaching Zheng Bei Lou, NOR Mutianyu. The hiking is around 6km in 3-4 hours in wild parts. Drive back to your hotel after the hiking.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beijing Downtown Travel
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- Please provide your arrival airline information upon booking if you wish to be picked up from the airport
- Not recommended for travelers over 65 years old
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 12+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $80 to $269
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 54
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) cost?
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Prices start at $80 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 Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) 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 Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 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 Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot)?
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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 Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 12. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot)?
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Around 0 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 Private 6km Wild Great Wall hiking tour at Jiankou (Beijing Knot) 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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