Journey at a glance
- Day 1
Conquer preserved sections of China’s greatest man-made structure as you hike the Great Wall at Huanghuacheng. Steeped in history and surrounded by yellow wild flowers, this section boasts some of the wall’s most photogenic views.
About this Journey
Beginning at the sea and stretching more than one thousand miles to the unforgiving desert frontiers of China’s west, The Great Wall is a lasting symbol of China’s imperial might. The section at Huanghuacheng is a photographer’s paradise, boasting stunning views of both man made and natural scenery, this part of the wall is also known as “the First Pass” for its strategic importance and as the natural protector of the nearby Ming Emperor Tombs. Spend the morning hiking the restored section of the wall before stopping for a picnic lunch and preparing yourself to tackle some more of the wall in the afternoon.
Tour Highlights
- Learning the unique history of the Huanghuacheng section of The Great Wall
- Enjoying one of the world's most picturesque picnic lunches atop a watchtower
- Letting your local guide lead the way along the wall
YOUR JOURNEY
Route Map
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Itinerary
Day 1
Meet your local guide and driver in the lobby of your hotel • Travel northwest to the Huanghuacheng section of the Great Wall of China • Let your guide lead the way along a restored section of the wall and enjoy the changing panorama created by the varying, steep gradients and the nearby lake • Enjoy a picnic lunch on one of the wall’s many watchtowers and see the wall crowning neighboring mountains as far as the eye can see • Drive back into town and spend the evening at your leisure
Photos
Photos Picnic on the Great Wall The 'wild' wall Breathtaking Views
Details
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What’s Included
- All overland transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments
- All admission fees and activity expenses, as noted in the itinerary
- All meals as noted in the itinerary with complimentary drinking water
- All services of China Adventure Club English-speaking guide(s)
- All accommodations, based on double-occupancy and including breakfast, service charge, and government tax
- Private chauffeur service to and from airport at start and end of your trip
What’s Excluded
- International and domestic flights and relevant taxes
- Chinese tourist visa, which is required for most foreign passport holders
- Travel, health and trip cancellation insurance
- Meals, apart from those included in the itinerary, and alcohol
- Expenses of a personal nature
- Excursions and activities not included in the itinerary
- Discretionary gratuities for guides and drivers
Hotels
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