A flexible three-day journey for solo travelers and value-minded hikers, with Gubei Water Town, two nights of camping, guided Wild Wall and an independent Jinshanling finish.
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Rail service has been temporarily suspended for construction, so the active itinerary uses bus transportation.
Exact departure time and meeting point are confirmed separately.
Allow approximately four hours; optional cable car is paid locally.
Stroll the waterways and heritage-style architecture.
Country-style meal, then camp inside an ancient watchtower with setup assistance.
Prepare for a substantial hiking day.
A local guide leads an exclusive Gubeikou-to-Jinshanling route.
Weather permitting, add a 20-minute hike to General Tower.
Return to the camping center, then sleep on the Wall again.
Approximately 4:00 AM in summer or 7:00 AM in winter.
Use a route map from the main entrance to East Entrance, approximately 3–3.5 hours.
Meet our team at East Entrance and return to Beijing after lunch.
USD for each guest in the booking. Standard price is $449 per person before the published tier discounts.
| Guest in booking | Discount | Guest price |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 15% | $381.65 |
| 2nd | 20% | $359.20 |
| 3rd | 25% | $336.75 |
| 4th–8th, each | 30% | $314.30 |
Additional fee: $5 per person for the resort. Add the guest prices for your party, then add the resort fee for each person. Optional Simatai cable car and camping escort cost extra.
Transport: The published revised program uses bus service during the railway suspension. Confirm the operating plan before booking.
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Use these notes with the day-by-day schedule and inclusions above to decide whether this program fits your group.
This program links Simatai, Gubei Water Town, Gubeikou and Jinshanling, mixing cultural sightseeing with hiking and camping. Its current published version uses bus transport while the rail service is suspended.
Plan for several active days and an outdoor overnight. Check each day’s meeting point, bring suitable walking shoes and pack layers for camp.
Ask for the active transport plan and a total quote for your party. The listed resort fee and optional local expenses should be included in your budget.
The three-day route combines Gubeikou’s battlefield landscape, Jinshanling’s varied defensive towers, and Simatai above Gubei Water Town. The second camp gives another opportunity to see sunrise from the Wall.
The original 3TX page describes train travel, while this guide shows the revised bus-based plan during rail construction. Follow the confirmed transport notice for your departure, and budget separately for optional cable cars and any stated fees.
Related operator page: Read the original Great Wall Adventure Club tour details ↗
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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Inclusions vary by program and package. Review the list above and request a current total, including any noted local or optional charges, before reserving.
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To learn more details, please visit the Great Wall Adventure Club site: https://greatwalladventureclub.com/3tx-great-wall-by-train