Dates: 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
CHOOSE YOUR CHARITY! Open Challenges are open to anyone wanting to raise money for any charity, whether it’s a large national organisation or your local hospice or appeal.
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!
DAY 1: Depart London for Beijing DAY 2: Arrive Beijing, free until dinner DAY 3: Depart Beijing, first view of Great Wall; afternoon trek around 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 Beijing; Forbidden City tour DAY 11: Fly Beijing to London
If you would like to take part in this challenge, please ask us for our trip registration pack. You can also sign up by clicking above on the 'Book Online' button.
If you have any questions about our Open Challenges please just call or email us!
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