Jinshanling Great Wall: Private Sunset Photography & Hiking Tour
Skip the crowds and discover the authentic beauty of the Jinshanling Great Wall on this private, full‑day excursion. Perfect for photographers and hiking enthusiasts, your expert English‑speaking guide will lead you along well‑preserved ramparts and scenic trails—sharing stories of ancient dynasties and pointing out the best photo spots. Round‑trip private transport from Beijing and entrance tickets are included. Although lunch isn’t provided, your guide will happily recommend a nearby restaurant to suit your taste and budget. Jinshanling’s gentle gradients make it ideal for most travelers to walk the entire route and save on extra cable‑car costs.
Highlights: ✓ Enjoy personalized commentary, insider tips, and a flexible pace. ✓ Experience Jinshanling’s tranquil, unspoiled watchtowers and wild scenery. ✓ Capture panoramic mountain views and winding Wall silhouettes—perfect for photography. ✓ Gentle slopes and restored brick steps suit first‑time walkers—no cable car needed.
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Jinshanling Great Wall: Private Sunset Photography & Hiking Tour
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What's included in Jinshanling Great Wall: Private Sunset Photography & Hiking Tour
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Jinshanling Great Wall
Dining options near Jinshanling are very limited. We recommend bringing a simple packed lunch. If you’d like to capture the sunset over the Wall’s watchtowers, consider a later start around 11:00 AM. 09:00 AM – Pickup Your private guide collect you from your Beijing hotel lobby . Relax in a comfortable vehicle for the scenic 2‑hour drive to the Jinshanling. 11:00 AM – Arrive at Jinshanling, Guided Wall Hike (Approx. 3 hrs) Begin at the East Gate. Your guide introduces the Wall’s Ming‑Dynasty origins and Jinshanling’s strategic role. Watchtower Exploration: Walk between restored and semi‑ruined towers, with stops at prime photo vantage points. Follow well‑maintained steps and paths—ideal for most fitness levels. Your guide will suggest the best spots for sunrise/sunset‑style shots. Continue along the Wall, soaking in different perspectives of the surrounding valleys and peaks. Optional short detours lead to lesser‑visited ruins. 03:00 PM – Depart Jinshanling 05:00 PM – Hotel drop‑off
Inclusions
- Professional English speaking tour guide
- Bottled water
- Gas, toll & parking lot fees
- Entrance ticket
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch
- Cable car ticket
- Gratuities (recommend)
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
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Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Your tour guide, who will also serve as your driver, will contact you one day before your trip to confirm details. Due to parking constraints at some hotels, we may be unable to pick you up directly at the hotel lobby. In such cases, please meet your guide at the hotel's main entrance or a designated nearby location. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation to ensure a smooth and timely departure.