Great Wall of China Tours 2025/2026
A visit to the Great Wall is an essential part for your first China trip. Easy Tour China has focused considerable attention to various Great Wall of China tours to the famous sections around Beijing, as well as the other less-crowded, beautiful sections of the Great Wall.
Below is the list of the best private Great Wall of China tour packages to Mutianyu, Badaling, Jinshanling, Simatai and other wild, original and unrestored sections. From one day Great Wall trips from Beijing to multi days Great Wall walking, hiking, trekking, camping, photography and night tours, we create memorable family travel experience on the Great Wall for kids, ensure the elderly tourists delve into fascinating and rich history, and promise the best Great Wall adventures customized to intrepid travelers’ favorite parts of the Great Wall and their travel style.
Best Great Wall of China Tours from Beijing
A China Great Wall tour with ETC features hand-pick accommodations, tailor-made itinerary, local food tasting and the best local guides who expertly reveal the Great Wall’s history and secrets.
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See one of the Great Wall near Beijing that interests you the most. The trip is perfect for first-time visitors to learn history and sightseeing, and idea for those planning Beijing Great Wall of China layover tours from airport.
Great Wall sections to visit: Mutianyu, Jinshanling, Huanghuacheng, or Badaling
Best for: sightseeing, walking
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After visiting the signature landmarks in Beijing City, embark on an adventure to the wild Great Wall. It will be a memorable experience to see the sunset with a night tour to Simatai Great wall, and explore Gubei Water Town.
Great Wall sections to visit: Jinshanling & Simatai
Best for: walking, photography
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This itinerary showcases the various parts of the Great Wall not limited to Beijing, but also the Great Wall on the Silk Road, in the desert and the Great Wall on sea…
Great Wall sections to visit: Jinshanling, JIayuguan, Hanging Great Wall, Zhongwei Sifangdun Great Wall of Han Dynasty, Yanmenguan Pass, Shanhaiguan Pass
Best for: history, photography
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Ideal for those looking for an affordable trip of the Great Wall from Beijing, this takes you to explore Mutianyu, the most popular and well-kept Great wall without many tourist crowds. Take in breathtaking view!
Great Wall sections to visit: Mutianyu
Best for: sightseeing
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Unveil Beijing’s soul, from Forbidden City’s grandness to the Great Wall’s historical significance and hutong’s present and past. A professional local guide will accompany you throughout this fascinating trip.
Great Wall sections to visit: Mutianyu
Best for: culture, history
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A captivating journey through Beijing’s sough-after attractions with kids, it takes you to Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Beijing Zoo, and allows you to learn Chinese paper-cutting at hutong.
Great Wall sections to visit: Mutianyu
Best for: families with kids
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The Ultimate Great Wall of China helicopter tour for sightseeing! Experience the beauty of both Badaling Great Wall and Beijing’s landscape from above. Surprisingly, you will find it cheaper than you think.
Great Wall sections to visit: Badaling
Best for: luxury
Type: private tour
China Great Wall Hiking/Walking Tours
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Explore Beijing city highlights including Forbidden City and Temple of Heaven as you walk, sit in a private vehicle and use public transport. A hiking trip reveals the wonderfully wild Great Wall. Camping is also possible.
Great Wall sections to visit: Jinshanling & Gubeikou
Difficulty: ★★
Best for: sightseeing & hiking
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Hike through six popular and wild sections of the Great Wall on 7 days tour package. Enjoy yourself the Beijing highlights, as well as the spectacular scenery, and treks on the timeless Wall.
Great Wall sections to visit: East Qing Tombs, Huangyaguan, Crouching Tiger,JInshanling, Jiankou, Mutianyu
Best for: hiking, trekking
Difficulty: ★★★
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The adventure is perfect for serious hikers, introducing the best hiking trails of the Great Wall. Challenge yourself trekking the broken ruined Great wall and camp on the beacon towers like the ancient soldiers.
Great Wall sections to visit: East Qing Tombs, Huangyaguan, Crouching Tiger, JInshanling, Jiankou, Mutianyu
Best for: trekking & camping
Difficulty: ★★★
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Visit and hike Jinshanling Great Wall with like-minded travelers. Jinshanling is known as the most beautiful section of the Great Wall, with unlimited photo opportunities. This is a non-shopping group tour.
Great Wall sections to visit: Jinshanling
Best for: sightseeing & hiking
Difficulty: ★☆
Type: small group tour
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China Tours with the Great Wall
Apart from the Great Wall, there are also other world-class attractions and unique cultural activities that you should not miss. The following itineraries are inspirations for you to create your own first-time trip to China and the Great Wall.
The Most Beautiful Sections of the Great Wall of China
Here we list the most beautiful parts of the Great Wall in China, with information and facts of the length, facilities on cable car, hiking difficulty, and whether it is restored or wild Great Wall. Don’t hesitate to tell us your favorite section of Great Wall to visit, and we can create your own Great Wall tours.
Top FAQs about China Great Wall Tours
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What is the best destination for visiting the Great Wall?
Beijing, with mainly 8 sections of the Great Wall, is the best place in China to visit for the Great Wall, including Mutianyu, Badaling, Jinshanling, Simatai, Jinkou, Juyongguan, Huanghuacheng and Shuiguan.
The other recommended places for the great Wall travel are Jiayuguan in Gansu, Tianjin for Huangyaguan Great Wall, Qinhuangdao for Shanhai Pass, Datong Great Wall… -
Which part of the Great Wall of China is best to visit?
Although the Great Wall is 21,196.18 kilometers (13,170.70 miles) long, here are the best sections to visit: 1) the best-restored and less-tourist, Mutianyu, 2) the most beautiful and best for photography, Jinshanling, 3) the wildest and unrepaired Jiankou, 4) the steepest Simatai, 5) the water-side Huanghuacheng, 6) Gubeikou, 7) Juyongguan, 8) Huangyaguan, 9) the most famous but by far the most crowded Badaling >>Read more about 13 Best Sections of the Great Wall of China to visit
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When is the best time to visit the Great Wall of China?
The scenery of the Great Wall in different season varies. Generally, April to November are the best months for the Great Wall sightseeing. Spring (late March, April, May), early summer (June, July) and autumn (September, October and early November) are ideal months for the Great Wall walking trip. Besides, the Great Wall in winter (from December to February) is also beautiful when covered with snow, providing you don’t hate the cold.
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What to do at the Great Wall of China？
The Great Wall of China is a magnificent ancient military engineering built on the mountaintops, here you can do many interesting things and activities.
1. Take in the spectacular mountain vistas;
2. Leisurely walk the restored parts of the Great Wall;
3. Hike and trek the authentic, wild sections of the Great Wall;
4. Camp inside the ancient beacon towers
5. Enjoy the sunset, sunrise and starry night on the Great Wall with kids or lovers;
6. Enjoy the picnic lunch on the Great Wall;
7. Practice Kung Fu on the Great Wall
8. The Great Wall helicopter trip >>Read more about things to do on the Great Wall -
What are the best Great Wall hiking trails in Beijing?
1. Jinshanling to Simatai (11km)
2. Mutianyu (5km)
3. Huangyaguan to East Qing Tomb (6km)
4. Jiankou to Mutianyu (10km)
5. Gubeikou to Jinshanling (10km)
6. Around Wohushan (Crouching Tigers) - 8km
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Can you do the great wall trip from Beijing airport?
Yes. We can arrange for travelers seeking for a Beijing airport layover tour to the Great Wall for half day or one day trip. If you have one or two more days, we can also add site visits to the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and other places or activities on your trip.
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Useful tips and guides for a Great Wall tour in China
1. Wear comfortable shoes even if there’s only half-day great wall trip;
2. Hat, sun block and glass are needed for climbing tours in sunny days;
3. For a professional hiking trip in Great wall, adequate outdoor equipment are necessary, especially for the wild section of the Great Wall;
4. Don’t climb the wall during rainy days, especially when there are lightning and thunders.
5. Many parts of the wall are broken and loose, so watch out and don’t run and walk fast on some wild wall sections; -
What should I pack for a trip to the Great Wall of China?
For sightseeing, dress comfortably. Pack some comfy shoes, such as runners or sneakers which are good choices to walk up and down the stone stairs. Sun cream, Sunglasses, and a hat are also needed, particularly during the summer months when the sun is shining brightly and the UV rays are powerful. Additionally, water and snacks are essential too, to keep you in a good physical condition.
For hiking/trekking, non-slip and wearable shoes, hiking gloves and a hiking bag are recommended. If you are going to camp on the Great Wall, warm clothing such as an outdoor jacket, especially in autumn and winter, is also a must. -
Are there day tours Hong Kong to the Great Wall of China?
No. It is not possible to arrange a Great Wall day tour from Hong Kong, as the air journey itself takes about 3.5 hours from Hong Kong to Beijing.
You may consider taking a Hong Kong and Beijing tour package in 3 to 7 days and visiting the Wall.
