Outdoor Activities in Northern China

Get a first-hand peek at three different sections of China's iconic Great Wall - Gubeikou, Jinshanling, Simatai - during this all-inclusive overnight hiking trip. Beat the crowds and venture deep into the Chinese countryside, where your guide will fill you in on thousands of years of history. You'll also have a chance to fill your belly with tasty local meals and catch an unforgettable sunrise and sunset over the world-renowned landmark.

Explore the incomplete portion of the Yanqing Badaling Great Wall on this private tour from Beijing. Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour of the wall's section. Listen to historical and cultural commentary from your guide. Lunch, snacks, and round-trip private transportation included.

The Great Wall of China stretches across the country north of Beijing, but it can be difficult to choose a section to visit. Avoid the crowds and commercialisation of the more popular sections of the wall on this day-long trek along the Jinshangling Wall. Hike along the wall to Simatai in the south-east, visiting the section's 67 watchtowers and taking photos of the astonishing views along the way.

Escape the tourist crowds of China's Great Wall and discover the untouched sections of one of the world's wonders on a 2-day hiking adventure from Beijing. Accompanied by an expert guide, explore the exquisitely preserved Jiankou, Mutianyu, Jinshanling and Simatai West sections as you hike amid spectacular scenery. See colossal towers and ancient structures dating back to the Ming dynasty and revitalize with delicious Chinese meals throughout your adventure. Relax over home-cooked dumpling meals at a local farmer's house.

The Great Wall of China is one of the world's most visited attractions, but you'll escape the crowds on this small-group, time-saver visit to Mutianyu. Get insider access to one of the least crowded sections of the ancient, UNESCO-listed barricade. Other wall areas require hiking, but you can cover all of Mutianyu by either cable-car, chairlift, or toboggan and be back in Beijing that same day.

This 4-hour tour of the Beijing Zoo's Panda House and Beijing's Summer Palace not only lets you check out two of the city's main attractions, it also gives you a better understanding of how to use the city's metro system. With help from your guide, take the metro to both places, and explore the areas. Afterward, decide if you want to take the metro back to your hotel with your guide or stay at the Summer Palace for more sightseeing. This tour is offered in the morning and in the afternoon, so you can choose which time better suits your schedule.

*A private walking tour lets you see the sights at your own place *Step off the typical tourist trail and see the highlights of old Beijing *Stroll along lively hutongs, see Qianhai Lake, visit Lotus Lane, and more *See the sights lit up after dark when you embark on an evening tour

The Great Wall at Huanghuacheng offers some of the wall's most beautiful landscapes - yet it's tricky to reach independently. Say goodbye to transport hassles and hello to a private guide on this Great Wall hiking trip. Savor watery landscapes and mountain vistas as you learn about the wall's history from your guide. Tour includes lunch, snacks, water, and door-to-door round-trip transfers.

Enjoy the hiking tour on Xishuiyu to  Huanghuacheng great wall, one of the few sections of the Great Wall which is linked by mountains and rivers in Beijing. You're accompanied by a private hiking tour guide on a moderately challenging 5-hour hiking, You'll find vivid scenery along the way, and finish with lunch at a local restaurant.

Tailor-made for adventurers, this door-to-door small-group hiking tour tackles one of the more challenging stretches of the Great Wall: the sheer but stunning trek from Jiankou to Mutianyu. Challenge yourself on ladders, watch towers, and rugged walls as you spend half a day hiking 6 miles (10 kilometers) to the scenic, well-restored section at Mutianyu. There, enjoy a well-earned restaurant lunch.

Discover the beauty of The Great Wall of China on this day hiking trip. Being one of China's most popular tourist attractions, The Great Wall can get very crowded, but this tour helps you avoid the crowds by going to a less busy part of the wall - Jiankou. You'll have a stress-free day without the worry of navigating as your guide will pick you up, then lead the way as you hike along Jiankou Great Wall.

Explore the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China on this private trekking tour from Beijing. With your dedicated guide in the lead, learn about the history of this section of the wall, which famously hosts the largest number of watchtowers. See the different architecture and building materials that make up each tower and learn about their purposes. Total hiking time is 6 to 7 hours; a private tour allows you to move at your own pace. Lunch at a local farmer's restaurant included.

Take a break from busy Beijing for a full-day hike along the Jinshanling Great Wall of China, one of the world's most famous monuments. Hike the section of the Great Wall from Jinshanling to Simatai West . A beautiful and less-crowded section of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. See parts of the Great Wall that have been carefully restored as well as sections that have not been retouched. After the 3-hour hiking, have lunch at a local restaurant  before returning to Beijing.

Soak in the scenery and history of the Great Wall of China at Jinshanling during a day hike with a professional guide. Get away from the crowds as you walk along this 3.7-mile (6-km) section of the Great Wall, passing 22 guard towers while crossing from Jinshanling to Simatai West. Observe the natural beauty of the landscape and the architectural marvels of the Ming Dynasty-era wall during your hike, which takes approximately four hours to complete. Includes round-trip transportation from Beijing, guide and entrance fees.

Discover two different sections of the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China on this double-duty hiking tour. Skip the cramped tour bus and stretch your legs with a rugged hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu, famed for its stunning landscapes and well-preserved watchtowers. Tours include either a chair-lift, toboggan, or cable-car ride down the wall, plus a tasty Chinese-style lunch.

The Great Wall is one of China's most renowned attractions, with the crowds to match. During this rugged hike along the ancient, UNESCO-listed barricade, you'll discover two off-the-tourist-track sections. Admire dramatic, rolling hills and unrestored watchtowers at the 6th-century Gubeikou - the oldest part - and history-filled Panlongshan. A traditional Chinese lunch is included, plus round-trip hotel transfers from Beijing and detailed commentary from a private guide.

Enjoy a family-friendly 5-hour sightseeing tour that starts with a rickshaw ride through the hutongs, and a stop at a local home for a calligraphy lesson. Quench your thirst during a tea tasting at Bell Tower, then visit the giant pandas at the Beijing Zoo. Have lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Olympic Park to fly kites - a popular pastime in China. From the outside, admire the architecture of Olympic Park - site of the 2008 Summer Olympics - before returning to your hotel. Great for all ages!

Walk along the Great Wall from Jiankou to UNESCO-listed Mutianyu, two of the furthest sections of the Great Wall of China around Beijing. You're accompanied by a private guide on a challenging 5-hour hike, with round-trip hotel transport provided. You'll learn about ancient China along the way, and finish with lunch at a local restaurant.

Get a unique perspective on the Great Wall of China when visiting Beijing in the winter. Combine the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, a picturesque and less-visited section, with an afternoon of skiing at Huaibei Ski Resort on this package tour. Enjoy personalized service with a private guide and convenient round trip travel from your hotel.

With a private guide providing commentary and navigating, trek from Jiankou to the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall on this full-day tour from Beijing. Follow your guide through the multiple sections, some winding and difficult, on this full-day hike. Enjoy personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace. Finish up with a traditional Chinese meal once you reach Mutianyu. Round-trip private transportation from Beijing included.