We had a private one-day walk from Simatai West to Jinshanling. Luis was our guide. Everything was well organized, we were punctually collected from the hotel. Luis shared many insights into the hist… Full review by tompas25
Sep 25, 2024
In September 2024, a small group of 8 people hiked the Great Wall of China. Our local partners from Great Wall Hiking did an excellent job organizing all the logistics, supporting and helping us in e… Full review by pavelg590
Jul 28, 2024
Luis was a fantastic guide. He was full of information and passion for the Great Wall and greatly enhanced our trip. He took care of everything, which meant that we saw the wall early in the morning … Full review by Camilla C
We are wondering if the 2-day tour is worth it as the first day evening is mostly quit staying the Inn hotel. Is the village recommendable? Thk!
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we did the 1 day private hike. it was a 5 mile hike once we got up to the wall which was an hour and a half hike. was worth every minute of climibing. it was the most remarkable …
we did the 1 day private hike. it was a 5 mile hike once we got up to the wall which was an hour and a half hike. was worth every minute of climibing. it was the most remarkable thing you will probably ever see in your life. we hiked on the original part of the wall passed about 10 peeople in about 4 hours. then we got to the end where the newer and rebuilt section was. what a difference like night and day, hundreds of people and a wall that has been redone probably on a daily basis. also if you are using great wall hiking ask for danny he was a great guide. dont miss the real great wall. mf
Is there a need to use a chairlift for the small group hike from Simatai West to Jinshanling? If so, what is the cost?
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We went from Jinshanling to Simatai and didn't see a chairlift. The company we used was with the company called Great Wall Hiking. I'm sure they will be able to answer any questions …
We went from Jinshanling to Simatai and didn't see a chairlift. The company we used was with the company called Great Wall Hiking. I'm sure they will be able to answer any questions you have. Their people were all fabulous and the experience from booking to hiking couldn't have been easier. Enjoy!!!!
Hi all, My partner and I are doing a 3 day hike with Great Wall Hiking and are wondering what is the appropriate amount to tip? We couldn't get more people to join on the same tour so it's now a private tour (which gets quite expensive), but we understand that we need to give something at the end. Thanks! Elissia
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We did a full day hike and tipped Y 200 to guide and Y50 for the driver. Hotel concierge said this would be satisfactory. Christine
Hi, is there any guidance on appropriate amounts to tip guides and drivers following a 1 day hike? We wont be carrying much cash and want to make sure we have the right money with us. Thanks, Liz
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I do not recall what we gave, but it must have been around 10-20 eur for the two of us. This seems little compared to the price of the tour, but is a good tip for them. They do expect a …
I do not recall what we gave, but it must have been around 10-20 eur for the two of us. This seems little compared to the price of the tour, but is a good tip for them. They do expect a tip, but will not be offended if you give only a small amount. Our guide was very discrete, and did not put any direct or indirect pressure to get something end of the day. Expect a guide and a driver: 20 eur in total would be a good amount!
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