Twenty-eight of us went.... not all made it to the top tower. The wall is perched on the mountains and you will go up and up the stairs. Let me make you aware that the stairs or steps are uneven and some are higher than...More

The Great Wall is fascinating to visit. Make sure you bring a camera because its a great place to take memorable pictures. Do not during the winter months because it's freezing cold. The best time to visit is March to early June and September to...More

Definitely bike out with Bike Beijing. Great, reasonable ride, terrific lunch, and no crowds! See if Francis can take you!

The steep inclines, irregular and often deep steps, absence of handholds,and broken stones make this a challenge for inexperienced hikers, but worth the effort for the challenge and stunning views.

This part of the Great Wall is actually closed but the locals open it up and charge you 10-15 yuan to access it. You access this part of the wall by climbing a sturdy but narrow ladder (fyi if you're scared of heights). It's beautiful...More

We went on a tour to the Great Wall in April. It was a beautiful day and hot. The wall is incredible, but the climb up the steps is daunting. Some people did not make it to the top tower, but views could be seen...More

Incredible to stand on this ancient wall and impossible not to give homage to the Chinese numbering in the millions forced to work on.

This is the only part of Great Wall which is partly submerged in a manmade lake (result of a dam). It gives a unique view. Climbing down the dam was another experience. A big hand to those maintaining the toilets at the Peninsula (very clean...More

Nothing to say unless it's my favourite part! not much tourists I went to the Shuichangcheng & Badaling.

Susie, Thank you so much for a wonderful time in Beijing. Susie is a very fun, detailed and caring tour guide. I highly recommend her tour to anyone who wants to tour Beijing.