The driver will pick you up directly from your hotel in Shanghai, then transfer you to the high-speed train station for your bullet train ride to Beijing. The one-way high-speed bullet train journey from Shanghai to Beijing takes approximately 4.5 hours, and you will travel independently on the train (train tickets are included in the tour package). Upon arrival at Beijing South Railway Station, your local English-speaking guide and private car will be waiting for you. Your guide will share the latest real-time traffic conditions in Beijing and recommend the optimal Great Wall section to visit for the day, with tailored details on Juyongguan, Badaling and Mutianyu for your choice.

Mutianyu Great Wall: A top favorite among international travelers, featuring the unique ski lift up and toboggan down experience. Note that long entry queues may occur during peak tourist seasons, and combined with potential traffic delays, this section may require more time for the full visit.

After finalising your selected Great Wall section, hop aboard your private transfer for the 1–1.5 hour journey. On the way, your English-speaking guide will share rich historical insights covering the Great Wall’s 2,000-year legacy. Discover why it stands as a symbol of ancient Chinese ingenuity and defence, alongside fascinating stories of its construction. Lunch is excluded from the package. You are able to buy snacks if you would like refreshments. When you arrive at the Great Wall, hike and explore the ancient ramparts with your guide. They will accompany you throughout your climb, pointing out beacon towers and watchtowers and recounting engaging stories. Hear tales of the wall’s builders and its mission to defend China’s northern boundaries, allowing you to truly connect with this legendary monument.

After exploring the Great Wall, two flexible tour ending options are available to you. Option one: Take the private transfer to Beijing South Railway Station for your return bullet train to Shanghai. Our driver will greet you at Shanghai’s high-speed rail station and take you back to your hotel. Option two: Finish your trip in Beijing, so you can continue your independent sightseeing around the city.