Route map
Route illustration. Your guide will confirm the final trail, access and travel times before departure.
Detailed itinerary
Day 1 · Jinshanling to West Simatai
Open the trek along the Jinshanling–West Simatai ridge. The towers and changing condition of the ramparts provide a varied introduction, with time to observe both repaired and older defensive details. The permitted route and direction are chosen for the day’s access. A planned camp completes the first evening outdoors.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: Planned Great Wall camp, subject to permission.
Day 2 · Gubeikou to Jinshanling
Walk the Gubeikou–Jinshanling corridor, where older masonry frames views over a historically important pass. The route gives context to the defenses seen yesterday while moving through a less-restored landscape. Take a measured pace between climbs and leave enough time for the arranged transfer. The proposal specifies the overnight base for this day.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 3 · Jiankou
Explore Jiankou without the need to complete the full Mutianyu crossing immediately. The selected walk reaches old towers and suitable viewpoints above the valley, with the guide adjusting for the group and trail conditions. Broken steps and vegetation make the terrain demanding. Return to the local inn named in the program.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: Laohe's Inn.
Day 4 · Jiankou to Mutianyu
Conclude by walking from the Jiankou area toward Mutianyu. The repaired ramparts and substantial towers provide a distinct finish after several days among older defenses. Allow time for the views before descending at the agreed exit. Lunch and the transfer back to Beijing follow the final walking stage.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch.
Planning your visit
Jiankou occupies two separate days, making this a different choice from the 4B lakeside finish. Confirm the second night’s lodging, camp permission and descent ticket options in advance.