HomeHike from Jiankou Great Wall to Mutianyu Great Wall

1-Day Great Wall Hiking Tour from Jiankou to Mutianyu(Approx 10 hrs)

Jiankou Great Wall is the most beautiful and thrilling part of the existing Ming Dynasty Great Wall. This section of the Great Wall has not been developed for tourism and is naturally exposed to the elements, resulting in severe damage in many places. This one-day hiking tour from Jiankou to Mutianyu promises a day filled with adventure, exploration, and appreciation of one of the world's most iconic historical sites.

Highlights

  • Hikers will encounter a mix of steep ascents, descents, and uneven paths, adding an exciting element of adventure to the trek.
  • Experience the historical importance of the Great Wall as you traverse two distinct sections – the wild, unrestored Jiankou and the well-preserved Mutianyu.
  • Unlike more touristy sections of the Great Wall, this hike offers a more secluded and authentic experience, allowing you to connect with the Wall and nature.
  • The hike offers a good physical workout, pushing your endurance and stamina to new limits as you conquer the undulating terrain and overcome various obstacles.

Facts

  • Distance: 23.5 kilometers (14.6 miles)
  • Duration: Approximately 5-6 hours
  • Starting Point: Jiankou Great Wall
  • Endpoint: Mutian Great Wall
  • Maximum Elevation: 1,202 meters (3,350 feet)
  • Level: Challenging
  • Highlights: Breathtaking views, 51 watchtowers along the way

Tour Itinerary

8:00 AM – 10 AM Hotel pickup and drive to the Great Wall at Jiankou

Pick up from your hotel in Beijing by your private tour guide and driver. You will take 2 2-hour drive to Jiankou Great Wall.

9:30 AM- 12 PM Jiankou Great Wall

Arrive at Jiankou and start the hike after a brief orientation from your guide. Marveling at the wild and rugged beauty of this unrestored section of the Great Wall.

Reach Jiankou’s iconic features like the “Eagle Flies Facing Upward” and other watchtowers while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

Zhengbei Tower: An iconic beacon tower on Jiankou known for its strategic location and panoramic views of the Great Wall snaking across the rugged mountains.

Heavenly Ladder: A challenging section with steep ascents and descents, providing an adventurous and thrilling hiking experience.

Beijing Knot: A unique intersection point where the Jiankou, Mutianyu, and unrestored Ox Horn sections of the Great Wall meet.

Jiankou Great Wall

Jiankou Great Wall

12 PM – 12:30 PM Break Time

Take a break and have a packed lunch at a scenic spot along the trail to replenish your energy for the rest of the hike.

12:30 PM – 3 PM Hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu

Continue your journey toward Mutianyu, tackling challenging terrains with steep ascents and descents.

On the way, you will encounter iconic sites like Eagle Flies Facing Upward: A distinctive watchtower on the Jiankou section resembling an eagle soaring upward.

Zhengbei Tower: An iconic beacon tower on Jiankou known for its strategic location and panoramic views of the Great Wall snaking across the rugged mountains.

Heavenly Ladder: A challenging section with steep ascents and descents, providing an adventurous and thrilling hiking experience.

Beijing Knot: A unique intersection point where the Jiankou, Mutianyu, and unrestored Ox Horn sections of the Great Wall meet.

Jiankou to Mutianyu Hike

Hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu

3 PM – 5 PM Mutianyu Great Wall, Transfer back to Beijing

Arrive at Mutianyu, explore well-preserved watchtowers, defensive barriers, and a cable car option for descending from the Wall, providing a contrasting view to the rugged Jiankou section.

Down from the wall and head back to Beijing.

Mutianyu Great Wall

Mutianyu Great Wall

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