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Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling Private Sunset Tour
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Great Wall at Gubeikou and Jinshanling Private Sunset Tour

by Beijing Walking Tours

9 hours
Beijing
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Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
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Overview

This private tour of about nine hours departs at 11:00 am and includes visits to two sections of the Great Wall near Beijing: Gubeikou and Jinshanling. The tour begins at Gubeikou village, where participants take a short climb to a broken tower, then walk eastward with several photo stops until reaching General Tower. This section offers views of the surrounding Gubeikou Mountain. After approximately 1.5 hours here, the group travels to Jinshanling Great Wall, located 150 kilometers from downtown Beijing. At Jinshanling, the tour includes a one-hour trek to a vantage point known for photography. Visitors can watch the sunset from the Great Wall at this quiet location. Jinshanling is noted for its tranquility and photographic opportunities, especially on weekdays or outside holidays when crowds are minimal. The tour includes bottled water, snacks, lunch, air-conditioned transport, and hotel pickup and drop-off (hotel information must be provided when booking). Gratuities are not included. There is an optional service to purchase a bottle of red wine for the sunset experience; this must be requested when booking and paid directly to the guide after the tour.

Highlights

Visit Great Wall sections at Gubeikou and Jinshanling
1.5-hour walk at Gubeikou with photo stops
1-hour trek at Jinshanling to sunset viewpoint
Lunch, snacks, and bottled water provided
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
Air-conditioned vehicle transport

What's included

Bottled water during the tour
Professional guide throughout the day
Snacks provided on the tour
Lunch included
Air-conditioned vehicle transportation
Hotel pickup and drop-off with provided hotel information

What's not included

Gratuities for the guide or driver

Itinerary

1

The Great Wall of Gubeikou

The tour starts at Gubeikou village with a gentle climb to a broken tower. From there, the walk continues east with multiple photo stops until reaching General Tower. This part of the Great Wall offers views of Gubeikou Mountain. The visit here lasts about 1.5 hours.

90 min

2

Jinshanling Great Wall

The group travels 150 kilometers from downtown Beijing to Jinshanling Great Wall. Here, there is a one-hour trek to a prime photo spot. Visitors watch the sunset from the Great Wall. Jinshanling is known for being quiet and scenic, especially on weekdays or outside holidays when few people are present.

120 min

Languages

English (guide)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Not advised during pregnancy
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Walking distance on the Great Wall ranges from 5 to 10 kilometers
The tour operates in all weather; dress appropriately
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Advise any dietary requirements when booking
Vegetarian meal option available if requested at booking
Total
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