Top 5 Things to Do on The Great Wall of China Tour

The Great Wall of China spans across seven provinces and municipalities, stretching like a giant dragon over the towering mountains, with a total length of 6,700 kilometers. Commonly known as the Great Wall, which is a must-visit during any China tours, it allows one to take in the long-standing civilization and magnificent landscapes of China. Standing atop the Great Wall, one can appreciate the grandeur of the mountains and the wisdom and courage of the Chinese nation in creating history. At the Great Wall of a China tours, you can explore some amazing charms.

1. Stroll on The Great Wall at Night

The Great Wall section in Beijing is over 520 kilometers long, and with the improvement of supporting facilities and services, the Great Wall of China tour is no longer limited to daytime. Many sections of the Great Wall now offer night tours. In addition to climbing the Great Wall and overlooking the night view, you can also rent a traditional Hanfu costume at the scenic area and take a lantern-lit night tour. Walking on the bluestone streets, surrounded by pavilions and towers, offers a unique experience and a sense of traveling through time.

2. Take Photo at the Hero’s Stele (Haohan tombstone)

Badaling, part of the Great Wall, is world-famous and known as one of the “Nine Passes of the World,” representing the essence of the Ming Dynasty’s Great Wall. The eighth beacon tower is the place where Chairman Mao mentioned, “He who does not reach the Great Wall is not a true hero.” When visiting Badaling, this is a must-see spot! Standing in front of the stele, you might as well strike a pose and take a photo with history to prove that you are a true hero.

3. Enjoy a Sunset Picnic

Jingshanling Great Wall is one of the most beautiful sections of the Great Wall of China and a paradise for photographers. This picturesque location, with its 67 watchtowers, located 20 kilometers along the Great Wall, is one of the best places to enjoy a sunset picnic with the Great Wall as your backdrop.

4. Experience Aerial Sightseeing

Currently, helicopter sightseeing tours have been launched at the Mutianyu Scenic Area in Huairou District. Visitors can take a helicopter to overlook the entirety of the Mutianyu Great Wall, with a maximum of three people per flight. There are two routes: one takes off from the airport, heads to the Zhengbei Tower at Mutianyu Scenic Area, and then follows the Great Wall for a distance of about 30 kilometers, taking 10 minutes. The other route follows the first and then returns along the Jiankou Great Wall, covering a distance of about 55 kilometers and taking 15 minutes.

5.  Admire the Autumn Scenery at Simatai Great Wall

Great Wall is the only section of the Great Wall that retains the original appearance of the Ming Dynasty’s Great Wall and was once rated by the British Times as “the top of the 25 global landscapes not to be missed.” The best season to visit is autumn when the red leaves of Simatai are truly enchanting. Autumn is also the peak tourist season at Simatai, with the ancient Great Wall set against the red leaves, making it more beautiful than the Fragrant Hills.