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THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA CHALLENGE
22-30 October 2008
18-26 April 2009
Our China trek offers a truly unique experience. Not only is it a chance to visit one of the world's most impressive historical sites but also, as a result of our local contacts, it offers a rare opportunity to trek and camp in a remote part of rural China and to experience local life in its most unspoilt state. In order to maximise the opportunities for interaction and learning about the local history and culture, a team of local translators support all our treks in China.
The Great Wall attracts over a million visitors each year, however, the vast majority of tourists visit a small section of the wall near Beijing. We have planned a route that will take us beyond the regular tourist trail and onto sections of the wall that have only been seen by a handful of westerners over the last hundred years.
WHAT IS IT LIKE?
- Dates: 22-30 October 2008, 18-26 April 2009
- Number of Days: 9
- Difficulty level: Moderate.
- Terrain: Sections of steps, very steep in places, flagstone, farm tracks and road.
- Accommodation: Hotel 3 nights, camping 3 nights.
- Trekking Time: 5- 7 Hours of activity per day 10- 20km per day.
- Altitude: N/A
- To view an article by a past Great Wall of China trekker click here.
ITINERARY
- Day 1- Fly to Beijing.
- Day 2 - Transfer from Beijing by coach to Gubeikou. At the hotel we will have a full briefing from the expedition leader.
- Day 3 - For our first day trekking on the wall we walk on a section of the wall that hasn't been restored. We then take a path down to a reservoir, walking past rural villages to reach our campsite in a valley.
- Day 4 - Today is a strenuous but rewarding day. We walk along some restored sections of the wall, but with plenty of ups and downs, until we reach the Simatai section. We then take a path off the wall and walk to our camp.
- Day 5 -We leave our campsite and walk over the suspension bridge, up to the 12th tower for lunch. We then follow a path off the wall to the village of Gangfang.
- Day 6 -Today we make our way along a track scattered with stones and the remains of the ancient wall. A descent into the valley leads us to our hotel nestling on the edge of a reservoir.
- Day 7 - Our last day of trekking takes us through forests, with occasional views of the towers on the wall. A final descent brings us to our finish line.
- Day 8 - Free day in Beijing.
- Day 9 - Beijing to UK.
PRICES:
| 2008 |
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Option 1
(self-Funding) |
Option 2
(minimum sponsorship) |
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| Registration fee: £350 |
Registration fee: £350 |
| Tour cost (exc reg fee): £1375 |
Minimum Sponsorship: £3000 |
| Insurance: £45 |
Insurance: £45 |
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2009 |
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Option 1
(self-Funding) |
Option 2
(minimum sponsorship) |
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| Registration fee: £350 |
Registration fee: £350 |
| Tour cost (exc reg fee): £1290 |
Minimum Sponsorship: £3000 |
| Insurance: TBC |
Insurance: TBC |
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TESTIMONIALS:
"What can I say, I have had the journey of a lifetime. Many many thanks."
Taff, China trekker
"I thought the route was spectacular allowing us to see so much more. It was an unforgettable experience, what was so special was how a group of so diverse became firm friends." Claire, China trekker
