2-Day Great Wall hike of Huangyaguan and Huanghuacheng

Meet your expert guide at your hotel at 9 am and travel by private vehicle to Huangyaguan Great Wall. On route, hear all about this section of the UNESCO-listed wall, which runs for 26 miles (46 kilometers) along mountain ridges north of Tianjin. Constructed initially under the Northern Qi dynasty during the 6th century, Huangyaguan rebuilt in the Ming era between the 14th and 17th centuries, before several miles of it were again restored between 1984 and 1986.

On arrival of Taipingzhai, we will hike along the steeply stepped battlements, absorbing the spectacular views over the mountains and watchtowers disappearing into the distance. We will spend 3 hours hike this section. Throughout your hike, we will provide you with water and snacks. At midday, enjoy a picnic lunch that is provided by your guide. You’ll then drive to Xishuiyu for an overnight stay at a local farmer's guesthouse.

Accommodation:
• Local farmer's guest house (1 night)
Transportation: private
Included Activities:
• Entrance to the Great Wall Huangyaguan
Meals Included:
• Picnic at the wall
• Dinner at the local guesthouse

After a typical farmer’s breakfast, we will walk up from Xishuiyu village to Huanghuacheng Great Wall. The entire guided walk is about 5 miles /8 km and takes roughly 3 – 5 hours.

You will see another part of the Wall cut by another reservoir. A stunning view from the top of the watchtower. Coming down on a little path and we will finish the hike at the parking lot. Be warned that it is slippery when descending the Wall, and you don’t have to rush forward. After hiking, relax on the ride back to Beijing. When you arrive, enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch at Wangfujing shopping district before we finish our tour.

Transportation: private bus
Included Activities:
• Entrance to Huanghuacheng Great Wall
Meals Included:
• Breakfast and lunch