Escape the crowds and explore Jinshanling Great Wall—a true paradise for hikers and shutterbugs alike—on this exclusive private tour crafted for travelers who value immersive stories over rushed snapshots. Choose from two tailored service options (both including entrance tickets) to match your travel style: opt for the driver-only package for self-guided freedom, with a 5–55 seat vehicle, complimentary onboard water and snacks, and a driver equipped with a translation device; or select the guide + driver package for an immersive journey led by a professional local guide who shares vivid historical tales and insider photo spots, plus all the same vehicle and amenity perks. Pick flexible departure times to suit your preference—daytime for full-day exploration of the wall’s trails, or afternoon to chase the golden-hour glow and capture breathtaking sunset views over the mountain-framed ramparts, all with zero hassle to keep you focused on the wall’s unmatched beauty and history.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $198.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Choose from 2 tailored options—both including entrance tickets Option 1: Driver-Only Service Enjoy self-guided freedom with a comfortable vehicle sized from 5 to 55 seats to fit your group perfectly. Onboard complimentary bottled water and light snacks keep you refreshed, and your driver is equipped with a translation device for smooth communication. This option is ideal for chasing breathtaking sunrises or golden-hour sunsets. Wander at your own rhythm, pausing anytime to capture postcard-perfect shots of weathered watchtowers framed by rolling mountain vistas. Option 2: Guide + Driver Level up your adventure with a professional local guide who joins you on the hike. Guide will share vivid historical tales and legends behind the wall’s ramparts, and help you find the best vantage points to snap stunning, high-quality photos. Let the guide lead you to hidden trails most visitors miss, as you soak in the unmatched beauty and history of one of the Great Wall’s most spectacular sections.
Your dedicated driver or guide will pick you up directly from your downtown Beijing hotel, then set off for Jinshanling Great Wall—a scenic 2.5-hour drive away. Upon arrival, your driver or guide will take care of all ticket arrangements, so you can skip the hassle and dive straight into your adventure. If you opt for the driver-only service, you’ll enjoy full self-guided freedom on a flexible 4-hour hiking route: choose to explore round-trip from the main gate, or take the more scenic one-way trail that starts at the main gate and exits through the East Gate. For those who select the guide package, your professional local guide will join you every step of the way, leading you up the wall’s ramparts while sharing vivid historical tales and uncovering hidden, picture-perfect vantage points tailored for stunning photos. After your unforgettable hike, your driver or guide will whisk you back comfortably to your Beijing hotel, wrapping up a seamless day of exploration.
We pick you up from your hotel within the 4th ring road of Beijing city, please provide the hotel details when make booking. If your hotel is out of the 5th ring road of Beijing city, may have extra cost.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking: Guide/Driver Package with Tickets lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
Prices start at $108 per person for this Beijing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $198. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 12 departures a day between 2:00 AM and 2:30 PM.
Children aged 4–10 pay from $60, adults from $108. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We pick you up from your hotel within the 4th ring road of Beijing city, please provide the hotel details when make booking. If your hotel is out of the 5th ring road of Beijing city, may have extra cost. Pickup points include Youbo Member Selected Hotel, Sunflower Hotel.
The experience is available in ZH-TW, CMN, EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Discover Beijing Tours.
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Jinshanling Great Wall is far from Beijing, about two or three hours drive each way, but the views are spectacular and the crowds are very light. There are very few other tourists out here. My driver, Su Debin, was spectacular. He was very friendly and patient. Picked me up at the hotel and was waiting for me as soon as I was finished hiking. I can’t recommend him highly enough.
There are challenging steps for elderly people and should be in good to moderate health. It was a great experience and loved every moment.
We planned a sunrise trip to Jinshalin and it was the best experience! We traveled with Yongtai who was very kind and helpful. He picked us up sharp at 3am, the car was comfortable and he also gave us some great local tips for Beijing. At Jinshalin he drove us all the way till the cable car and guided us on possible routes. We loved the trip and would highly recommend Yongtai and Discover Beijing Tours to anyone who’d like to see the Great Wall in its true essence.
One of the highlights of our trip to China! We left Beijing at 2:00 AM and arrived at the Great Wall around 4:00 AM to watch the sunrise. It was absolutely worth the early start—the scenery was breathtaking, and seeing the Wall at sunrise made for an unforgettable experience. The hike wasn't overly difficult, although a reasonable level of fitness is recommended. A special thanks to our driver, Yu Yongtai, who was incredibly kind, professional, and welcoming. When we arrived, he gave us all the information we needed before the hike and was waiting for us at the entrance afterward. He even took us for a traditional Chinese breakfast and tea, which was a wonderful surprise and not included in the original itinerary. It was a great way to experience the local culture. Although he didn't speak English, communication was surprisingly easy, and he made sure we had everything we needed throughout the trip. I highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Beijing. It was truly unforgettable!
We had the best day with Mr. Gao Dapeng! He communicated well before our experience, met us on time, and took us comfortably to Jinshanling Great Wall. Along the way, he shared information about the Great Wall and China’s history. His pride in his country was obvious and he was happy to introduce foreign visitors to it. He communicated with us through a translation app and provided a small translator device for us to respond. We had a wonderful conversation even though we speak different languages. The Jinshanling Great Wall itself is stunning and well worth the trip from Beijing! Pictures can’t capture what it’s like to be there, climb its steps, and see it continuing into the distance. The crowds here are much less and the views are unbeatable. We highly recommend this tour and you should request Mr. Gao Dapeng as your driver.
I was contemplating going to Badaling because it is closer to Beijing but I have to say this experience was worth the trip. A little over 2 hours each way. Comfortable, new car (Buick minivan) with good aircon. My guide, Moko, spoke fluent english and I understood him perfectly. He made the most of my trip and took good pictures. Moko is an experienced guide in Beijing and pointed out interesting sights along the way. Knew all the history and made it an unforgettable experience. As a solo traveler I felt very safe. Would definitely recommend.
We had a great tour with Edward, he told us lots of intresting things about the history of the wall and answered all of our questions. The van ride up was very swift and comfortable. Edward was very accomadating and not intrusive. Lunch was very good.
We experienced this trip with guide Edward and driver LiQingshan. They were both very nice and friendly. This was our most beautiful walk ever. Great part of the wall with almost no tourists. It was sometimes tough climbing and going down but it was all worth it. Definitely recommend this trip.
The private tour we had was verry good, the tourguid Eduard was verry friendly and told us a lot about the great wall. The driver mr. Sun was verry good he drove us verry safe from and to Beijing. This is sertenly a 5 star tour.
It’s quite a drive… about 2,5 hours outside Beijing (mainly because of Beijing traffic), but it’s well worth it. Beautiful and quiet piece of the Wall. Tony, the guide was very informative and Zhang, the driver did an amazing job getting us safely through the crazy Beijing traffic. Highly recommended!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking: Guide/Driver Package with Tickets | 8–9 hours | 5.0 (18) | $108 | |
 Beijing: Full-Day Small-Group Great Wall Hiking at Jinshanling | 9 hours | 5.0 (391) | $138 | View |
 Small Group Morning/Sunset of 6km hiking Jinshanling Great Wall | 8–9 hours | 4.9 (387) | $51 | View |
 Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking Tour with Private English Driver | 8 hours | 5.0 (1) | $178 | View |
 Gubeikou & Jinshanling Great Wall Hiking Tour English Speaking Driver Service | 9 hours | 5.0 (9) | $135 | View |
 Beijing: self-guided group hiking at Jinshanling Great Wall | 10 hours | 5.0 (72) | $60 | View |
 GROUP TOUR-6km Great Wall Hiking at Jinshanling(ticket included) | 8–9 hours | — | $40 | View |