Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing in Beijing
Beijing, China

Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing

Outty Ranking 70 5.0 · 17 traveler reviews9 hoursFrom $98

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70/100

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Is Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing worth booking?

Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing is a 9-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $98 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
70 / 100
Rating
5/5 (17)
Duration
9 hours
From
$98 per person

Join your private guide on this 9 hour fun trekking day at Gubeikou Great Wall.  Drive 120 kilometers out of downtown Beijing where you can witness the vicissitude of history of this most intact and well preserved origin

What you get

    About this experience

    Join your private guide on this 9 hour fun trekking day at Gubeikou Great Wall.  Drive 120 kilometers out of downtown Beijing where you can witness the vicissitude of history of this most intact and well preserved original section of the wall.  Along the way, you will see some bullet holes and damages on the Wall from the flames of war in the past. Climb on the ridges of the Wall, as it's up and down along the hill like a huge dragon.

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 17 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    7 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Physical effort

    6 mentions

    Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Small groups

    3 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    17 verified traveler reviews for Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    vieb2025 · May 2025

    Wonderful guide and trip

    James was great, our day couldn’t have been better! He was knowledgeable, experienced and treated my family with care. Big recommend!!

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    DavidCJones · April 2025

    The highlight of our visit to Beijing!

    Our Great Wall trek at Gubeikou was the highlight of our visit to Beijing. There were just two of us doing the hike and we were collected from our hotel in a comfortable car and driven to Gubeikou (about 2½ hours from our hotel in central Beijing. Our guide from Trek Club, Peter, spoke great English and was really friendly and engaging. He gave us a good historic overview of the wall and knew all the best spots for a photo. The stretch of wall at Gubeikou is unrestored and so at times you are picking your way through broken bricks and rubble, and there are quite a lot of steps to climb. Our guide was happy for us to take it at our own pace and provided us with hiking sticks. We didn’t have any issues, but I would recommend that you wear good walking shoes and be reasonably fit and mobile. After the hike we had a lovely lunch at a family-run restaurant near the wall, and then we were driven back to Beijing. Cannot recommend this experience and company enough!

    via Tripadvisor

    MariannePalma · July 2024

    Beautiful scenery and a nice hike at the Great Wall.

    Thanks to our guide James for bringing us to a wonderful part of the Great Wall. The view from the hike was amazing! He told us interesting facts about the Great Wall and the area around, and made sure that we had a really nice day from the moment he picked us up, and until we were back in the city again.

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    139AlexC · May 2024

    Avoid the crowds and see the Great Wall in it's unreconstructed state

    Being relatively far out from Beijing, the Gubeiikou section of the wall is ideal if you want to avoid crowds and see the wall in a relatively unreconstructed state. We were there on a beautiful Wednesday in May for three hours and saw exactly two other people. The section is also relatively flat, although we still climbed 74 floors according to my phone, Our guide, Peter, was friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. The tour was entirely private, just our group, so we could go at our own pace and take all the pictures we wanted. Lunch was a delicious addition. It comes after the hike, so bring some snacks and eat breakfast. There are cheaper options, but you will not regret spending the money.

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    391tabeak · September 2023

    Hike on the wild wall

    The best experience you can possibly have! James is an experienced and professional guide, he knows what he’s doing. Hiking on the wild part of the wall counts among our best experiences in China!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    9 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 70

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)95
    Review evidence (18% weight)50
    Booking momentum (14% weight)41
    Value for money (12% weight)59
    Listing quality (10% weight)74
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing cost?

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    Prices start at $98 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 Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing take?

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    Plan for about 9 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 Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 17 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 Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing?

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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 Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing?

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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 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Great Wall of Gubeikou Hiking Tour from Beijing 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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