Trip Overview
Duration: 1 Day
Hiking route: Jinshanling East → Main Gate
Meeting time: 08:00 AM (Please arrive at least 15 minutes early; Beijing traffic in the morning is heavy and the group cannot wait for late arrivals)
Meeting & finishing point: Exit C, Dongzhimen Subway Station (Line 2 & 13), 东直门地铁站C口（东南口）
Finishing time: 17:00 – 18:00 (depending on traffic)
Hiking distance: ~6 km
Hiking duration: 3 hours
Difficulty level: ★★★☆☆ Moderate, with some steep steps
Departure: Daily, from March 16 to November 15
Tour Price
Adults (13+): USD 108
Children (6–12): USD 88
Children under 6: Not permitted
Tour Highlights
Walk along the wild and unrestored East Jinshanling section
See the partially restored middle section of Jinshanling
Stunning photography opportunities with mountains, towers, and valleys
Sample local farmer-style cuisine for lunch
Small groups, maximum 12 travelers for a more personal experience
Itinerary
08:00 – Meet your guide at Exit C, Dongzhimen Subway Station.
Drive about 2.5 hours to Jinshanling East Gate.
10:30 – Begin hiking with a 40-minute ascent to the East Five-Eye Tower (Simatai West). Enjoy panoramic views and take photos.
Continue westward along the Wall, passing through more than 15 watchtowers. Depending on your energy, you can finish at Shalingkou or continue 30 minutes further to Zhuanduokou.
Explore both unrestored “wild” sections and restored parts with unique architectural designs: two- and three-story towers, flat roofs, round domes, and traditional eaves.
13:30–14:00 – Enjoy a countryside lunch at a local farmer’s restaurant.
17:00–18:00 – Return to Dongzhimen, Beijing.
This section of the Great Wall is often called the most photogenic near Beijing. The variety of towers and landscapes ensures endless opportunities for photography.
Important Notes
No toilets are available along the Wall. Facilities exist only at the entrances. Bring tissues with you.
Do not schedule evening appointments after the tour, as traffic can cause delays.
Unlimited bottled water provided; bring a daypack to carry it.
Trekking poles available on request from your guide.
Travel insurance is recommended (not included).
Please respect the Wall: “Take nothing but photos, leave nothing but footprints.”
What’s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
English-speaking hiking guide
Entrance tickets for Jinshanling Great Wall
Unlimited bottled water & light snacks
Post-hike farmer’s lunch
Hiking certificate
Not Included
Cable car or other optional facilities
Personal expenses
Gratuities for guide and driver (suggested, separately)