China - Trek the Great Wall
Experience the wonderful culture, incredible history and unspoilt beauty of Beijing and beyond as you pass through the many different landscapes that rural China has to offer including woodland, farmland and the contours of mountains of Beijing. You will trek along some of the 6000km wall that has been a marvel on the Chinese landscape since 5th Century BC bringing you closer to the magical history of the country.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Depart London for Beijing
Day 2: Arrive Beijing, free until dinner
Day 3: Depart Beijing, first view of Great Wall; afternoon trek round Huangyaguan
Day 4: Climb ‘Heaven's Ladder,' follow mountain ridges and Wall to small village
Day 5: Trek through rich fertile valleys; short transfer to Jinshanlin
Day 6: Longest day from Jinshanlin alongside well-preserved section of Great Wall
Day 7: Classic mountain views as trek Wall into remote mountains to Simatei
Day 8: Explore the Mutianyu section of Wall; fabulous mountains views
Day 9: Hilly circuit of restored wall at Juyongguan; return to Beijing
Day 10: Free day Beijing
Day 11: Fly Beijing to London
TRIP INFORMATION
Trip grade: Moderate (requires good fitness. Involves varied terrain and weather may be changeable)
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
For an information pack contact Carolyn at Action For Kids on 020 8347 8111 or email cfield@actionforkids.org
For further trip information visit www.discoveradventure.com
