China: Great Wall Hike, Bike & Kung Fu
China: Great Wall Hike, Bike & Kung Fu
China: Great Wall Hike, Bike & Kung Fu
7 Days Starting and ending in Beijing
Visiting: Beijing, Great Wall of China, Jinshanling, Changping District
Tour operator:
Tour code:
CBXG
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 12
Physical rating:
Medium
Age range:
15-99 years
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
This seven-day active adventure takes you straight to some of China’s most enduring symbols. Spend three days hiking sections of the Great Wall of China, including time spent walking an unrestored trail. Less known than other parts, take in some jaw-dropping views, often without another traveller in sight! Keep the activity coming and unearth your inner zen with a lesson in kung fu from a local master, then change gears and swap your walking shoes for the saddle of a bike for city biking tour in Beijing. If it’s an active adventure of China you want, an active adventure you’ll get.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Beijing
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
Nimen Hao! Welcome to China. The capital of the most populous country on earth, Beijing has quickly shed its historical face in favour of modernity. However, there are still plenty of places that give an insight into the nation's ancient past, as well as sights that showcase China's contemporary culture. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm where you’ll meet your tour guide and travel pals. If you arrive early, good for you! Settle into your hotel and then maybe head out to explore the Beijing streets – with your hotel located centrally, a walk in any direction will unveil all sorts of wonderful surprises.
Day 2 : Great Wall (Hiking)
Location: Great Wall of China
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
This morning, make tracks for the first section of the Great Wall – Huanghuacheng (approximately 2 hours’ drive). An incredible piece of engineering, the wall stretches 6000 km (3730 miles) westwards from the mountain ridges north of Beijing. Originally constructed to protect empires from invaders from the north, it is still without a doubt one of the country's most remarkable achievements. Take your first steps along the renowned structure today at Huanghuacheng. This section features a unique part of the Great Wall submerged under water when a dam was built. Spend a couple of hours here hiking along the wall and have lunch in the nearby village before continuing to Gubeikou village tonight. You will stay at a family-run guesthouse for the next two nights. Tonight, learn the art of dumpling making with a demonstration from your hospitable hosts – the best part is tasting the fruits of your own labour!
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Day 3 : Great Wall (Hiking)
Location: Great Wall of China
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Rise and shine early and trek from the Gubeikou to Jinshanling section of the Great Wall. You will walk over some steep, remote terrain for approximately 5-6 hours. Some parts of the wall have not been restored so you'll need to concentrate hard to keep your footing, while in other parts the trail takes you off the wall to walk alongside it through the countryside. You’ll often feel like you have the whole wall to yourself as you take your time, snaking through the hills almost endlessly into the distance. Being perched on this incredible engineering feat and surveying the spectacular surrounding countryside is an unforgettable experience. In the evening, put your feet up, have a few beers or maybe learn how to play mahjong at your guesthouse – a few of your travel crew will definitely be keen to play.
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Day 4 : Jinshanling Great Wall (Hiking) – Changping
Location: Jinshanling, Changping District
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning, drive back to your finish point yesterday to continue the trek along the Great Wall. This portion of Jinshanling winds through stark hills and mountain ridges. Steep stretches make parts of today's 3-hour trek challenging, but also largely without any of the tourist hordes. This stage is also known for its unusual Barrier Walls, or walls within the Wall, and inscribed watchtowers. Today will be your last day walking the Great Wall, so make the most of it. Once off the wall, you'll be transferred to Changping county to meet your master Shifu for kung fu tomorrow.
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Day 5 : Changping (Kung Fu) – Beijing
Location: Changping District, Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Start the day with a lesson in kung fu. Learn basic principles, common misconceptions and how this ancient practice relates to Zen tradition as an expert instructor guides you through simple moves. Wrap up an enlightening morning with a vegetarian lunch, just like a Shaolin monk, then leave your meditative retreat to return to the vibrance chaos of Beijing later in the afternoon. Tonight is free for you do choose your own adventure. Perhaps you’d like to head to a kung fu show tonight to see if you recognise some of the moves, or why not head to Beijing’s Olympic Park to see it all lit up at night.
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Day 6 : Beijing (Biking)
Location: Beijing
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Lunch
Get ready for a full day discovering Beijing! Transfer to the Forbidden City by public bus and spend some time exploring this magnificent palace complex. After exiting the Forbidden City, board another public bus and transfer to your bicycle pick-up point. Hop on your bike and follow your leader on a cycling tour through the parks, temples and hutongs (residential alleyways) of Beijing. Your guides have a rough itinerary in mind, but it has been kept flexible so you can see the most interesting sights along the way. For today’s lunch, you’ll join a local family in one of the hutongs for a traditional meal – it’s a perfect opportunity to learn about the daily life and culture of Beijing residents. After an active day, maybe head out with your new travel friends for an optional dinner to celebrate a great journey together.
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Day 7 : Beijing
Location: Beijing
Meals Included: No Meals
Your trip ends after breakfast. There are no planned activities today and you are free to depart at any time before check out, which is usually around 12 pm. Depending on your onward journey, you can store your luggage at the hotel during the day.
What's Included
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Beijing - bike tour
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Great Wall - Dumpling making
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Great Wall - Jinshanling section
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Great Wall - Huanghuacheng Section
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Great Wall - Gubeikou to Jinshanling trek
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Beijing - Forbidden City
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Miyun - Kung fu lesson
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Beijing - Temple of Earth
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Beijing - Jingshan Park
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Meals
3 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 3 dinners
What's Not Included
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International Travel
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Tipping and Gratuities
Transport
- Private vehicle
Included Activities
- Great Wall - Dumpling making
- Great Wall - Huanghuacheng Section
- Great Wall - Gubeikou to Jinshanling trek
- Great Wall - Jinshanling section
- Miyun - Kung fu lesson
- Beijing - Forbidden City (entrance fee included)
- Beijing - Temple of Earth
- Beijing - Jingshan Park
- Beijing - bike tour
Accommodation
- Hotel (3 nights), Guesthouse (3 nights)
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes if aged 15+ and accompanied by an adult
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Are international flights included in this tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
No
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room
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