The Great Wall of China

17 April - 27 April 2008
16 October - 26 October 2008
16 April - 26 April 2009
24 September - 4 October 2009
15 October - 25 October 2009

The Great Wall of China Stretching 6000km in a dotted line across China, the Great Wall was begun in the 5th Century BC. As it snakes across the mountains it conjures up a sense of history which is difficult to grasp until you have had the opportunity to experience it.

Our trek is very varied, as we pass through woodland and terraced farmland, and follow the contours of the beautiful hills and mountains in remote areas north of Beijing. We follow old sections of the Great Wall, as well as restored sections with smooth flagstones and lots of steps!

This challenge is physically demanding and offers fabulous scenery and a fascinating insight into a rich culture and history.

ALL OUR OPEN CHALLENGES ARE ADVENTUROUS AND CHALLENGING BUT ACHIEVABLE BY MOST PEOPLE PROVIDED THEY TRAIN WELL IN ADVANCE!

ITINERARY

The Great Wall of China DAY 1: Depart London for Beijing
DAY 2: Arrive Beijing, tour of Forbidden City
DAY 3: Depart Beijing, first view of Great Wall; trek to small town of Huangyaguan
DAY 4: Climb ‘Heaven’s Ladder,’ follow mountain ridges and Wall to small village
DAY 5: Trek through rich fertile valleys; short transfer to Jinshanlin
DAY 6: Longest day from Jinshanlin alongside well-preserved section of Great Wall
DAY 7: Classic mountain views as trek Wall into remote mountains to Simatei
DAY 8: Explore the Mutianyu section of Wall; fabulous mountains views
DAY 9: Hilly circuit of restored wall at Juyongguan; return to Beijing

Day 10: Free day in Beijing
DAY 11: Beijing to London

Trip Costs

Registration Fee: £249
To be paid directly to Discover Adventure by the participant on registration; is non-refundable & non-transferable, and in addition to the Minimum Fundraising Target

Minimum Fundraising Target: £2850
The Cedar Foundation must receive this at latest 8 weeks before departure.

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