WALK THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA
11 days ex Beijing | Trekking Challenge | China
AU$2,450 per person
Step back in time with a hike through history. Experience the grandeur of China's past with a multi day trek along the Great Wall combined with an exhilarating hike up the sacred Taoist mountain of Huashan & visit the extraordinary site of the Terracotta warriors. The price shown is land only so you need to arrange your own flights to arrive any time in Beijing on day 1. Either pay the trip costs yourself (excludes airfares) or you can fundraise $4000 for the cost of the trip (excluding airfares) for your favourite charity where you just pay a personal deposit of $500 at the time of registering.
Day 1 - Arrive Beijing
Day 2 - Beijing - Gubeikou
Day 3 - Tiger Mountain
Day 4 - Tiger Mounatin - Jinshanling
Day 5 - Jinshanling - Simatai
Day 6 - Wanjinglou - X'ian train
Day 7 - X'ian
Day 8 - Huashan mountain
Day 9 - Terracotta warriors / train to Beijing
Day 10-11 - Beijing / Depart
What Do People Say?
"There were many amazing things we saw and experienced, and not just the Wall but our fellow travellers, our leaders and guides, and the people of China themselves - all made the trip an amazing experience. The challenge started when I signed up. But the experience and people will touch me and stay with me forever".
Lisa Gormley (Great Wall trek)
What's It All About?
Experience wild, remote parts of the Great wall of China that are a far cry from the overcrowded tourist sections of most travel brochures. Combine several days trekking some of the best sections of the wall with a challenging hike up magnificent Huashan mountain in Shaanxi province, following the ancient Pilgrim's paths.
The first sight of the great wall is something you'll never forget, when you see it snaking impossibly across the mountain ridges into the distance.We'll be walking some of the most spectacular sections of this amazing structure and staying in traditional guesthouses alongside the wall at several points, giving you time to explore.
Huashan is an undeniable highlight of this trip and the climb up it's steep flanks is rewarded by the sight of Taoist monasteries,hermits caves and jaw dropping views along the way. We spend the night on the mountaintop and rise early to see the sunrise from the east peak.
This trip also combines insights into modern China with time spent in the capital city of Beijing and the former capital of Xian, where we'll explore the more well known attractions of the Forbidden city, Terracotta warriors, Tiananemen Square and the Muslim quarter as well as our favourite eateries and hidden attractions that don't make the guide books. No journey into China worth it's salt would be complete without a train journey and we experience the fun of the overnight express trains to X'ian (in a comfortable berth of course).
This highly enjoyable journey offers insights into this enigmatic country, showcasing the achievements of the past with the dynamism of the modern day. You'll get a great sense of achievement from completing these challenging walks and experience the fascinating contrast between rural and urban China.
What's Included
All transfers & transport with private vehicles
Accommodation on twin share basis
Experienced trekking leader and local guides
Entrance fees
Local support team & vehicle on trekking days
Drinking Water on trekking days
Overnight train berths from Beijing to X'ian return
Most meals included, see itinerary for details
What's Excluded
International airfares
Visa for China
Travel insurance
Items of a personal nature & guide gratuities
Book Now or Call
Need to know more about this trip? Drop us an email or telephone us on (03) 9597 0799. If you're ready to book just click on the date of your departure and complete our simple 3-step booking form online. You can confirm your booking by credit card online or over the phone.
