Travel and Hiking

The Rolling Hills area is one of our favourite spots for a ramble about the countryside, and there are a lot of options for a long or short hike.

We’ll see farms and fields (and maybe sheep and cows grazing in empty cornfields) as we hike through pine forests over low hills on shepherd’s trails and tracks. At this time of year the autumn colours should just be starting to show.

In the area there are also some little guesthouses and mini-playgrounds, and we’ll finish up at one of those for a picnic and play on long slides and in a hay bale maze, with extra paid activities including vegetable picking and donkey rides.

Things to do on the hike

Find the pheasants: keep an eye out for feathers on the trail, and look out for scared pheasants taking flight. Which are male, and which are female?

Climb up to the lookout: a paved track leads to the top of one of the highest hills in the area and down the other side. If it’s clear you can see the Yunmeng Mountains, Yanqi Lake, Beijing’s CBD, and more mountains all around. Involves some stair-climbing; best for bigger kids.

Things to do at the playground

Big slides: one straight, one snake-y, both about 12m long.

Entertainments: see the diving piglets; feed ostriches, emus, and rabbits; swings, tree-walks.

Donkey, horse, and tractor rides: take a ride at an extra cost (you can pay the playground staff directly).

Seasonal vegetable picking: pick your own vegetables for ¥15 per 500g. Selection depends on what’s available on the day.

Cost: ¥390 / ¥350 members / ¥220 for kids 7+ / ¥200 for kids 4–6

See a full description, more photos, and book online at https://www.beijinghikers.com/hike-in-beijing/view/1574/kids-club-rolling-hills/

Beijing Hikers—fun and friendly hikes and trips around Beijing and greater China, since 2001.

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Explore the Panlongshan section of the the Gubeikou Great Wall, starting with a climb up to the 24-Eyes Tower, finishing with a look at some of the Great Wall towers on the west side of the big North Gate, and hiking all the wall in between.

24-Eyes Tower is the highest tower on the Panlongshan ‘Coiling Dragon Mountain’ part of the Great Wall, and was one of the largest, too. The name ’24-Eyes’ came from the number of windows—six on each of the tower’s four sides. The tower only has two sides now due to damage over the years, including explosions and gunfire during a 1930s battle between Chinese and Japanese armies.

From 24-Eyes Tower we’ll hike down the Great Wall, heading for Gubeikou’s North Gate. We’ll be on the wall most of the way there, passing through Haowang Tower and the General’s Tower along the way.

Just after the General’s Tower we’ll take a detour off the wall to head for the North Gate, hiking hill trails to get back to the wall that encircled Gubeikou Village, and then along the wall to the North Gate, an arched gate in the wall.

Includes a post-hike lunch at a countryside restaurant.

Cost: ¥470 / ¥420 for members / ¥240 for kids

See a full description, more photos, and book online at https://www.beijinghikers.com/hike-in-beijing/view/2017/gubeikou-great-wall-9/

Beijing Hikers—fun and friendly hikes and trips around Beijing and greater China, since 2001.

For more updates on hikes and trips follow our WeChat account BeijingHikers北京爱山 and keep an eye on www.beijinghikers.com

https://www.beijinghikers.com / info@beijinghikers.com

Explore the Panlongshan section of the the Gubeikou Great Wall, starting with a climb up to the 24-Eyes Tower, finishing with a look at some of the Great Wall towers on the west side of the big North Gate, and hiking all the wall in between.

24-Eyes Tower is the highest tower on the Panlongshan ‘Coiling Dragon Mountain’ part of the Great Wall, and was one of the largest, too. The name ’24-Eyes’ came from the number of windows—six on each of the tower’s four sides. The tower only has two sides now due to damage over the years, including explosions and gunfire during a 1930s battle between Chinese and Japanese armies.

From 24-Eyes Tower we’ll hike down the Great Wall, heading for Gubeikou’s North Gate. We’ll be on the wall most of the way there, passing through Haowang Tower and the General’s Tower along the way.

Just after the General’s Tower we’ll take a detour off the wall to head for the North Gate, hiking hill trails to get back to the wall that encircled Gubeikou Village, and then along the wall to the North Gate, an arched gate in the wall.

Includes a post-hike lunch at a countryside restaurant.

Cost: ¥470 / ¥420 for members / ¥240 for kids

See a full description, more photos, and book online at https://www.beijinghikers.com/hike-in-beijing/view/1919/gubeikou-great-wall-5/

Beijing Hikers—fun and friendly hikes and trips around Beijing and greater China, since 2001.

For more updates on hikes and trips follow our WeChat account BeijingHikers北京爱山 and keep an eye on www.beijinghikers.com

https://www.beijinghikers.com / info@beijinghikers.com

Explore the Panlongshan section of the the Gubeikou Great Wall, starting with a climb up to the 24-Eyes Tower, finishing with a look at some of the Great Wall towers on the west side of the big North Gate, and hiking all the wall in between.

24-Eyes Tower is the highest tower on the Panlongshan ‘Coiling Dragon Mountain’ part of the Great Wall, and was one of the largest, too. The name ’24-Eyes’ came from the number of windows—six on each of the tower’s four sides. The tower only has two sides now due to damage over the years, including explosions and gunfire during a 1930s battle between Chinese and Japanese armies.

From 24-Eyes Tower we’ll hike down the Great Wall, heading for Gubeikou’s North Gate. We’ll be on the wall most of the way there, passing through Haowang Tower and the General’s Tower along the way.

Just after the General’s Tower we’ll take a detour off the wall to head for the North Gate, hiking hill trails to get back to the wall that encircled Gubeikou Village, and then along the wall to the North Gate, an arched gate in the wall.

Includes a post-hike lunch at a countryside restaurant.

Cost: ¥470 / ¥420 for members / ¥240 for kids

See a full description, more photos, and book online at https://www.beijinghikers.com/hike-in-beijing/view/2014/gubeikou-great-wall-8/

Beijing Hikers—fun and friendly hikes and trips around Beijing and greater China, since 2001.

For more updates on hikes and trips follow our WeChat account BeijingHikers北京爱山 and keep an eye on www.beijinghikers.com

https://www.beijinghikers.com / info@beijinghikers.com

Join us for an upcoming Sunday mindful hike as we explore a beautiful, remote section of the Great Wall! This is a fantastic opportunity for mindfulness, reflection, and exploration in nature.

PM us for registration and details. Wishing you a wonderful week ahead!

Stone valley Great Wall is located in Yanqing, starting from the village gives us a longer hike and some different angles view of the Great Wall. One small section hasn’t been restored yet. Also, It is an important military fortress in the history. The leader Mr. Li, zicheng attached in Beijing from here, who became the emperor but only lasting 48 days. There are two ways to hike these area. We are planing to go a crossing line and walk throught tourist place. (If we are blocked at the beginning of the hike, then we will hike its neighbor - Chenjiapu Greatwall.) Because of its higher altitude and nice sunlight, the leaves on the mountains should be colorful now. It is the first time we organize the trail in October. Let's enjoy the golden season.

Hike Information:

l Date: Oct. 19th (Saturday)

l Location: Yanqing

l Drive time: 2 hours each way

【The route type】Climbing 2 hills + walking on the GreatWall

【The route description】It’s slightly steep at the beginning of climbing, but not dangerous. Then go down the ancient GreatWall (steps) and towards the way of Badaling. We will climb up again to reach the heightest point. You can choose climb from the GreatWall or the path of mountain. After that, we pass through tourist place and all the route is rebuilt. Hope we are not asked tickets when we go outisde. Before arriving at the exit, the group will split up to walk out of the toruist place. The biggest challenge is climbing up the heightest section.

l Distance: 10km

l Time to complete: 5-6 hours

l Total ascent: 754m

l Total descent: 717m

l Peak: 1241m

l Lowest point: 128m

Note:

1. Take at least 3 bottles of water.

2. Bring some lunch, and some snacks.

3. Hiking boots is necessary.

4. More details will be posted in the group before hiking.

Itinerary:

07.30: Departure from Dongzhimen (line2 exit B) please on time.

09.30: Arrive the hiking village, beginning of hike

19.00: Arrive back in Beijing

Activity Fee: 150RMB/person

(Note: If we are asked to pay the ticket when we go out from tourist place, then the fee is not included in the activity fee. It is around 20-30/person.)

Activity fee includes:

1. Transportation (a vehicle with a driver)

2. Hiking Leaders: Lengzhi and Nuanyang

3. One day outdoor insurance.

4. Payment: transfer the fee to Mona by Wechat or Alipay.

Please note:

- Do not participate if you are sick or showing symptoms of ever or couching.

- Customer service: Mona (wechat id: mona_zhangli) If you have any suggestions orcomplaint, please feel free to leave messages.

- Photos will be used in the social media platform. If you don't want to show in the picture, let us know.

Cancellation:

1. You can cancel anytime till the deadline on Friday 18:00PM. As we have to fix capacties for the bus and the guides. After deadline, we will have charge you 80% activity fee. Or you find another person not yet registered to join the hike. If your cancellation is on Saturday morning, please pay 100% activity fee. We repect your choice. When you register for this activity, you accept this cancelation policy.

2. Bad weather plan:We will message you 1-2 days before the hike to let you know about theweather condition. If there is a thunderstorm, heavy rain or strongwinds it will be dangerous to do the hike in the high mountains. Sowe will cancel it or change the dates.

Join us:

Add mona_zhangli as your wechat list. I'll add you into our hiking group. Also you can follow our INS account hikersfamily_beijing to view photos of events.

Lupiguan Great Wall is located on the North of Miyun district. This Great wall is one of the important passes of the Ming Dynasty. It connects Hebei provide from the North, and leads to Huairou in the northeast. It is said that the Lupi guan Great Wall was built in the Qi Dynasty and rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty. The first thing come into your eyes is the green water of the White River and the mountains on both sides. The rhythm of the water and the rise and fall of the mountains form a beautiful dynamic painting scroll. It's immersing you in it without even knowing it. Every moment is like a painting. We orginazie the trip in different seasons.

Hike Information：

Date: Oct. 12th (Saturday)

l Location: Miyun

l Drive time: 2 hours each way

【The route type】Mountain route + dirt with rubble

【The route description】We will climb up to the wall in 30-40 minutes and then go along with the wall. The last 100 meters climbing up to the highest point is go and back route. You can choose to stay waiting. Then we go down to the village. (It is one of the easier GreatWall route. Also it is good for beginner.)

l Distance: 8km

l Time to complete: 5hours

l Total ascent: 410m

l Total descent: 462m

l Peak: 556m

l Lowest point: 154m

Notice:

1. Take at least 2-3 bottles of water

2. Bring some lunch, and some snacks.

3. Hiking boots are recommended.

4. More details will be posted in the group one day before hiking.

Itinerary:

07.30: Departure from Dongzhimen (line2 exit B)

09.30: Arrive the mountain, beginning of hike

16.30: Arrive back in Beijing

Activity Fee: 150RMB/person

Activity Price includes:

1. Transportation with a driver

2. Hiking Leaders: Lengzhi, Nuanyang

3. One day outdoor insurance

Payment: transfer the fee to Mona by Wechat or Alipay.

Please note:

- Do not participate if you are sick or showing symptoms of ever or couching.

- Customer service: Mona (wechat id: mona_zhangli) If you have any suggestions orcomplaint, please feel free to leave messages.

- Photos will be used in the social media platform. If you don't want to show in the picture, let us know.

Cancellation:

1. You can cancel anytime till the deadline on Friday 18:00PM. As we have to fix capacties for the bus and the guides. After deadline, we will have charge you 80% activity fee. Or you find another person not yet registered to join the hike. If your cancellation is on Saturday morning, please pay 100% activity fee. We repect your choice. When you register for this activity, you accept this cancelation policy.

2. Bad weather plan:We will message you 1-2 days before the hike to let you know about theweather condition. If there is a thunderstorm, heavy rain or strongwinds it will be dangerous to do the hike in the high mountains. Sowe will cancel it or change the dates.

Join us:

Add mona_zhangli as your wechat, or scan theQR in below.

Also welcome to follow us on INS account: hikersfamily_beijing.

Duration: Approx: 8 hours

Pick-up location: Beijing Subway Line 5, Hepingxiqiao Station, Exit C.

Language: English & Chinese

Departure time: 8:00 / 9:00 /10:00 /12:00

Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours

Drop off location: Mutianyu Great Wall P1 Parking.

About 09:30 /10:30/ 11:30 / 13:30

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Mutianyu Great Wall Beijing (Daily)

Departure time: 14:30/15:30/16:30/17:30

(Adjusted according to the arrival time to ensure 5h /4h at the Great Wall)

Pick-up location: guest lounge/ Mutianyu Great Wall P1 Parking.

Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours

Drop off location: Subway Line 5, Hepingxiqiao Station, Exit C.

About 16:00/17:00/18:00/19:00

Each tour can be tailored to your individual needs, so please get in touch with us if you would like to make any changes.

Price: 200 RMB/person

For more details:

Contact Lucy(MOB): 18600208126

Wechat: lucy18600208126

It takes about 2 hours driving to the Gubeikou Great Wall. We start the hike from Gubeikou Great Wall, we will hike about 11 towers and reach 24-Window Tower which takes about 1 hour. 24–Window Tower is the end of Gubeikou section for this hiking tour. As some part of the Gubeikou Great Wall belongs to the army, so we should come down from 24–Window Tower and go cross the bushes, which takes about 1.5 hours to cross the mountain. Then we will arrive at the Jinshanling Great Wall. Jinshanling Great Wall is a UNESO Heritage site and has most magnificent scenery around the wall. we will pass through Taochunkou Pass, West Five – Window Tower, Zhuanduokou Pass, etc. About 7 towers with about 1 hour hike on Jinshanling section, come down from Zhuanduokou Pass. Hike level is about 4. The whole hiking tour takes about 5 hours and 14 km (8 miles). Tour Details： Time: 7:00am Start Point: Your driver will pick you up in the morning at 7:00 am. Duration: 9-10 hours Level of Diffuculty: Moderate Price: RMB400 Our service： 1) High standard of service 2) No shopping stops, no hidden costs 3) Very experienced guide and driver 4) Comfortable air-condition vehicles with official license 5) Unlimited bottled water. Prepared by yourself： Sunglasses, sun cream, backpack, good hiking boots(or running shoes). Price Includes： Transport and the driver,English speaking tour guide, snacks, drinking water. Price excludes: Entrance tickets，Travel insurance, other personal expense (cable car, slide rail and so on)

Email: 2215036758@qq.com

Wechat: 2215036758

Whatsapp: +86 130 2009 7096

Telephone： +86 130 2009 7096

Price: 400 each

No limit: 3 people