A guided Jinshanling to West Simatai hike, private camping at Gubeikou and sunrise on the Wall. Add extra Gubeikou hiking on Day 2 if you wish.
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See the travel, Great Wall hike and overnight setting.
Walk from Jinshanling toward West Simatai on Day 1, then choose a direct return or an optional Gubeikou hike after sunrise.
Private hotel pickup to Dongzhimen Transport Hub, then a group bus to Jinshanling (about 2.5 hours).
Hike about 6 km over 3–3.5 hours with an English-speaking group guide.
Transfer privately to the Gubeikou camping area after the hike.
Enjoy dinner and camp on the Great Wall with equipment arranged.
Wake on the Wall and have a continental breakfast.
Travel toward Dongzhimen by express bus from Gubei Water Town, or use a confirmed train service to Beijing North.
Add about two hours at Gubeikou for the published $39 supplement, or a longer 4.5-hour route toward Jinshanling for $99. Confirm availability and final total.
Come ready to hike. We coordinate the transportation, admissions and overnight camping equipment listed below.
USD per person. Request availability for your travel date.
| Package | Price per person | Group size |
|---|---|---|
| Small-group camping | $259 | Flat rate |
Includes group transportation, listed admissions and camping gear, with private pickup in central Beijing. The tour page lists the precise meals and route. Confirm the meeting point and return arrangements.
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Use these notes with the day-by-day schedule and inclusions above to decide whether this program fits your group.
Day 1 joins a guided group hike from Jinshanling to West Simatai, followed by a private Gubeikou camp. Day 2 hiking is an optional extension.
The 3–3.5-hour Jinshanling to West Simatai outing is a real hike. Pack grippy shoes, weather layers, overnight essentials and a headlamp for camp.
Share your hotel location, party size and fitness level. Group timing and the exact campsite are confirmed for the departure.
The guided Day 1 route crosses about 6 km from Jinshanling toward West Simatai. A private transfer to Gubeikou camp follows.
After sunrise and breakfast, return by the confirmed bus or train service. Extra Gubeikou hiking is available as a paid option. Meeting point, transport and camping location are confirmed for each departure.
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Yes. Weather, local access, daylight and transportation can affect the order or timing of stops. Your confirmed departure details take precedence over this sample itinerary.
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