Private Great Wall Trip — Tailor-made tours from Beijing
Plan the perfect great wall of china tour or great wall trip with HelloChinaTrip. Private guides, door-to-door transfers, and fully customizable itineraries for families, photographers, hikers and seniors.
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Why choose HelloChinaTrip for your Great Wall of China trip
Design your perfect Great Wall trip — slow-paced for families or active hikes for experienced walkers.
English-speaking guides who bring the Wall's history and stories to life.
Door-to-door transfers, verified guides, and options for mobility assistance.
Who this Great Wall trip is for
Short day trips to Mutianyu or Badaling with cable car options.
Jinshanling & Simatai offer dramatic, less-restored sections and sunrise/sunset photo opportunities.
Accessible routes, private pace and comfortable transfers.
Sample Great Wall Itineraries
Private 1-Day Mutianyu — Best for families
Pickup from Beijing hotel → 60–90 min drive → Mutianyu Great Wall (walk or cable car) → lunch at scenic restaurant → return to Beijing (6–8 hours).
Private 1-Day Jinshanling — Hike & Photography
Early pickup → scenic hike on Jinshanling → panoramic viewpoints & local lunch → drive back to Beijing (10–12 hours recommended).
2-Day Simatai & Gubeikou — Adventure trip
Overnight near the Wall, sunrise/sunset hikes, guided photography and cultural stopovers.
Want Beijing highlights too? Combine your Great Wall trip with Forbidden City, Hutongs and a Peking duck dinner — see our Beijing Tours and Tailor-made Tours.
What’s included with most Great Wall trips
- Private English-speaking guide
- Private vehicle & hotel pickup / drop-off
- Entrance fees (Great Wall) and local taxes
- Optional cable car / toboggan tickets where available
- Lunch (where specified) and bottled water
Pricing depends on group size, season and extras — contact us for a tailored quote.
Practical information for your Great Wall trip
Duration: Typical day trips are 6–12 hours (door-to-door).
Best time to visit: Spring (Apr–May) and Autumn (Sept–Oct) for mild weather and clear skies.
What to bring: Comfortable shoes, layers, sunscreen, water, camera.
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Frequently asked questions
A: Yes — we'll suggest sections and walking distances based on your group's ability.
A: Yes. Winter is quieter but colder — spring and autumn are the most popular months.
A: Use our Contact page or submit a request on our Tailor-made Tours page — we reply within 24 hours.
Prefer a ready-made option? View our sample Great Wall day tours: Great Wall day tours.