Jiankou Hike: General Guarding Pass to The Sky Stairs! (9km /Guided by Friendly Local Villager)

Why Book This Tour

Experience a full-day adventure on the wild Great Wall with a 9km hike from General Guarding Pass to the dramatic Sky Stairs.

Led by a friendly local villager (Chinese-speaking), this route offers stunning views, peaceful forest paths, and rugged unrestored watchtowers.

Enjoy the freedom to walk at your own pace with plenty of time for rest and photos.

The hike is challenging but rewarding, perfect for adventurous travelers seeking a more authentic Great Wall experience.

After the hike, you can choose to enjoy a tasty farm-style lunch at a nearby countryside restaurant.

  • Overview
    Duration: One day
    Optimal season: All year around, best time: March-December
    Area: Huairou district
    Begin in: Your hotel
    End in: Your hotel or central-located place, or airport / train station
    Avg. daily distance: 6 miles
    Terrain: Rolling to hilly
    Min altitude: 331m
    Max altitude: 978m
    Physical rating: Moderate
    Departure: Daily departing from Beijing
  • Prices
    Price table:
    Group size 1pax 2pax 3pax 4pax 5pax 6pax 7pax 8pax 9pax
    Prices (RMB Per Person) 1290 780 740 690 650 590 540 490 450

    All Prices shown are in RMB (Chinese Yuan) and based per person.

    Price Promises:
    • No factory / shopping stop
    • No hidden costs
    • No booking fees
    Payment:

    We only require a small deposit to book any tour or transfer. You can conveniently make this payment via Wise, Paypal Wechat or Alipay, or other methods.

    The remaining balance can be comfortably settled upon your arrival, either in cash or online, based on your preference and convenience.

    Special for kids:

    To help families we offer discounts to all children aged 18 years and below. No reason to leave the kids at the hotel.

    • Ages 12 to 18 years – 5% off
    • 5% off with valid student ID
    Included:
    • City accommodation pick-up & drop off
    • Transportation from Beijing to the wall and back, fuel, tolls, parking
    • A friendly local villager (Chinese speaking) guiding the way
    • Chinese-speaking driver with English support via WhatsApp, WeChat, phone, or email if needed
    • Admission fees to Jiankou
    Excluded:
    • Gratuity to driver (optional)
    • Lunch, drinks, snacks
    • Personal expenses
    • Travel insurance
    • Cable car / chair lift / toboggan
    Suggestions:
    • Sunscreen, sunglasses
    • Hiking or trekking shoes/boots
    • Backpack
    • Long sleeve shirt and pants due to overgrown bushes
    • Extra bottles of water, fruit, cereal or protein bars
    • Hat
  • Full itinerary
    Full Itinerary:

    Experience a full-day adventure on the wild Great Wall with a 9km hike from General Guarding Pass to the dramatic Sky Stairs.

    This route is led by a warm and experienced local villager (Chinese-speaking), who knows the area inside out and will guide you through peaceful forest trails, steep stone steps, and weathered watchtowers untouched by modern restoration.

    You’ll pass through quiet stretches of wall with sweeping views of the mountains — perfect for travelers who want to escape the crowds and connect with the raw beauty of the Wall.

    The hike is moderately challenging, with steep sections like the Sky Stairs offering a real sense of adventure. But you’ll have the flexibility to move at your own pace, with plenty of time to rest, take photos, and soak in the landscape.

    After completing your trek, you’ll have the option to relax and recharge with a delicious farm-style lunch at a nearby countryside restaurant — a great way to end the day and enjoy some local flavors.

    This is the ideal experience for adventurous travelers looking for an authentic, off-the-beaten-path Great Wall journey.

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