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Tour 1G · Rail adventure

Gubeikou by train

Ride from Beijing to a historic Great Wall village, meet a local Wall expert and hike from battlefield Gubeikou toward Jinshanling.

1 dayLocal guide10 km hikeLunch included
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Tour code1G
Standard rate$109 pp
Minimum2 travelers
Solo rate$199
Tour 1G route map

Beijing North by train to Gubeikou, then hike toward Jinshanling.

Tour 1G route map showing Beijing North by train to Gubeikou, then hike toward Jinshanling, transport and hiking route
Illustrative route, not to scale. Confirm the final path, access and transport arrangements for your date.
Published timetable

Rail to the trail.

Train schedules can change; all departure details are reconfirmed before travel.

Outbound

Beijing → Gubeikou

  1. 6:58 AM · Train S501

    Depart Beijing North/Dongzhimen area according to the confirmed operating timetable.

  2. 9:24 AM · Gubeikou

    Meet our local staff and transfer to the Wall.

  3. 10:00 AM–2:00 PM · Hike

    Walk Gubeikou and cross toward Jinshanling.

Return

Lunch, village and train

  1. 2:30–3:30 PM · Lunch

    Enjoy a local meal after the hike.

  2. 4:00–5:00 PM · Village time

    Rest and walk around the Great Wall village.

  3. 5:20 PM · Train S504

    Return to Beijing, with published arrival around 7:52 PM.

Tour includes

Simple, local and affordable.

Round-trip suburban train tickets
Great Wall admissions
Local Chinese Wall expert
Gourmet lunch
Station-to-Wall local transfer
Pre-trip rail instructions
Schedule note: Rail service is subject to construction and seasonal changes. If trains are suspended, we will confirm an alternative before booking.
Published flat rate

Tour 1G price & package

USD per person. Request availability for your travel date.

Published per-person tour rate
PackagePrice per personGroup size
Train$109Flat rate

The published 1G train package is $109 per person. This tour page also lists a $199 solo rate; confirm rail operation, tickets and the solo total before booking.

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Plan Tour 1G

Know the route before you go.

Use these notes with the day-by-day schedule and inclusions above to decide whether this program fits your group.

On the route

A rail journey changes the rhythm of a Great Wall day: meet local support near Gubeikou, spend the main part of the day walking, then return by the confirmed service.

Prepare for the day

Start early and travel light. Bring your passport or the identification required for train tickets, comfortable footwear and a layer for changing weather.

Confirm before booking

Train times and boarding stations must be confirmed for your date. If service is unavailable, ask for the currently operating road-based alternative.

Along the way

The places behind this itinerary

Gubeikou’s Panlong Mountain area includes the damaged General Tower, associated with the 1933 Battle of Gubeikou. The original Wall winds over the ridges with very little restoration.

The rail-based itinerary combines independent train travel with local help at Gubeikou and a hike toward Jinshanling. The specific station, service and ticket arrangements must be reconfirmed before departure.

Useful details

Questions for this departure.

Can the schedule change?

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.

What information should I send for a quote?

Share your preferred date, number of travelers, hotel location, hiking experience and chosen service package. Mention any dietary or mobility needs.

What does the starting price cover?

Inclusions vary by program and package. Review the list above and request a current total, including any noted local or optional charges, before reserving.

Ask about this tour

Ride out for Tour 1G.

Share your date, group size and preferred service package through our inquiry form. We will confirm the current price and details.

To learn more details, please visit the Great Wall Adventure Club site: https://greatwalladventureclub.com/1g-gubeikou-train-tour