Private Trekking Tour from Gubeikou to Jinshanling Greatwall

It was an incredible experience. Peter was very attentive, kind, and knowledgeable. I decided to stay for the sunset, and the entire itinerary was adjusted to accommodate that, for which I am very grateful. The two sections of the wall are spectacular in their own way. I highly recommend this.

We had the most wonderful day with Peter walki non the Great Wall. He was incredibly attentive and informative and made our experience one to truly remember. We even had a very enjoyable meal at a friendly local restaurant to end the day. Thank you so much!g

PERFECT! The guide Peter is amazing: knowledgeable, polite, and with a great English. Weather was very good and, following the recommendation from the guide, we dodged the crowed time of the day. Super happy, kudos to Peter! ☺️

Excellent tour with Peter . Walked part of the wall that was not renovated , beautiful, unspoilt and quiet . Peter was very knowledgeable and helpful navigating the terrain. Fabulous lunch where the local Farmers prepared a meal that catered to my Gluten Free diet whilst still being authentic and flavourful. Second stage was on a renovated section , equally stunning and quiet. Whole trip 5 star .

We had a fantastic time on this tour amd would highly recommend. As many other reviews have already stated, it was just unbelievable how quiet the section of the wall was. Peter made the experience fun, friendly and was the perfect tour guide. Transportation was organised, efficient and safe. I would wholeheartedly recommend this experience!

Local guides, Peter and James, picked us up at our hotel in a comfortable minivan and drove us for 90 minutes to the Goubeikou section of the Great Wall. We hiked about 4.5 miles both to, from and along the wall as Peter gave us a thorough history of both China and specifically the Great Wall. His concern for our safety as well as his friendliness and knowledge made the first half of the day quite enjoyable. In addition, Peter was an excellent photographer and helped us capture the beauty and sheer scale of the wall. Next, we drove 20 minutes to the Jinshanling portion of the wall and enjoyed lunch at a local B&B. This was hands down the best food I’ve had in China over our last 10 years of travel in the country. After a great meal with James and Peter, we hiked our way up the mountain to the Jinshanling portion of the wall. The views were amazing, and we were surprised to find that we were the only people hiking the wall. The second hike was even better than the first! We hiked until dusk and enjoyed a comfortable ride back to our hotel. In total we hiked, 6.7 miles.

A fantastic day. Communication was always prompt. Both James and Peter were welcoming and friendly, and made sure we were comfortable. We made a last minute change to leave Beijing a little later in the day and break the walk up into two sections rather than to walk the whole distance in one go. This was to allow us to watch the sun setting at Jinshanling. Absolutley magnificent. Peter was such a knowledgable guide. We had been to the wall previously but without guides, having someone give you the in depth history made it extra special. And as we pretty much had the wall to ourselves (apart from a local farmer herding some goats), you could really imagine what it would have been like to construct and defend the wall. Peter gave us plenty of time to soak up the views and answer any questions we had. Lunch was made from all local produce and was some of the best food we have had from any of our trips to China. Highly recommend this trip. It was a highlight of our trip. It may cost more than other guides / treks, but absoultely worth the money. Thank you James and Peter.

Pete is the best guide I have ever encountered in my travels. Hands down. We enjoyed that this trip included both the restored sections of the wall and the wilder, more broken sections. October weather was also excellent for a long trek. Not too hot, and not too cold. All in all, a memorable trip. I highly recommend it!

It took me a while to decide which operator to use as there were so many offering the same thing. Then I chanced upon the Greatwall Trek Club and they were offering hikes along Gubeikou and Jinshaling with lunch in between. Although they cost more than the other operators, it was well worth it. Not only did they ensure that we were more than adequately comfortable, the guide Peter was excellent, knowledgeable and meticulous. The driver James, is also the owner of the company and has been doing this for 20 over years. He has the experience, the know-how and the connections to the local people on the ground. This meant that we could take alternative routes back to the car without having to walk the same way back. He also knew all the best spots to take excellent photos. In fact, it was James who suggested leaving an hour later so that we could also stay later to catch sunset, which is was a truly magical experience. Lunch was very very good with generous sized portions. As their name suggests, these are guys are foremost trekkers and not just mere guides. They have the best knowledge and this is key to the success ensuring that you have the best time.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ An unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience We had the most incredible day on this private trekking tour from Gubeikou to Jinshanling, and cannot recommend it highly enough. Our guide Peter was absolutely fantastic – personable, knowledgeable, and with a brilliant sense of humour. From the moment we met him, we felt completely safe and at ease as two Western female travellers. His knowledge of the Great Wall, the surrounding history, and local culture really enriched the experience, and he perfectly judged when to share information and when to simply let us soak in the moment. He also took wonderful photos for us and made sure we experienced the very best viewpoints and quiet, special moments along the wall. Lunch at a local farmer’s restaurant was a real highlight – the food was incredibly tasty, fresh, and beautifully prepared, and it felt authentic, clean, and welcoming. It was exactly the kind of experience we hoped for. Our driver James was also excellent. His driving was very safe, the vehicle was spotless and extremely comfortable, and the transfers were smooth and stress-free throughout the day. Both Peter and James spoke fantastic English and generously offered helpful advice about our wider plans while in Beijing, which we really appreciated. This was a day we will remember for a lifetime, and we are so grateful to both Peter and James for making it such a special, seamless, and memorable experience. Truly outstanding.