We were very pleased with Dandelion Hiking. We also were surprised that the meal at the local villager's home was one of the best we had in China and Hong Kong in our two week trip. Fred and Heidi were so helpful, even in planning our hiking day. We were visiting our son in Beijing and there was only one... More

I recommend these lovely people highly! Heidi and Fred are a Cino/Belgian powerhouse couple, who provide the basis for a wonderful experience off the beaten track. They conduct their tours with quiet dignity, allowing everybody to feel comfortable and appreciate quiet moments with stunning views. There is no sense of ever being rushed and the stories that unfold are about... More

As a group of five, we hiked the wild Great Wall with Fred & Heidi from Gubeiko to Jinsaling. We arrived at the farmhouse in Gubeiko in time for sunset and had a dinner that exceeded restaurant quality prepared by our great hosts. Got up before sunrise to enjoy the view from a tower on the wall. Then returned for... More

Heidi and Fred were very organized and ensured we all had a terrific time. We had a van-ride to the beginning of our walk and started our trek up and down the Great Wall, through a deserted village and back onto the wall. Heidi packed a lovely lunch and snacks and told us some of the history of the area.... More

My girlfriend and I took a hike with Fred & Heidi during our trip to Beijing. The experience and tour was perfect from beginning to end. The meetup in Beijing and bus out to a local farmer was very nice, clean coach. The local farmer was very awesome and prepared delicious food that was too plentiful to eat everything! The... More

We left around 9 am to the great wall with about 11 people, after a trip in a cozy bus of 2 hours we arrived at the Great wall. first a steep walk up to the wall trough the ruf nature, but once up there it felt like wow! Only we 11 people on the great wall, notanother soul to... More

On my way to Shanghai for business, I decided to go for a short visit to Beijing. As I only had les than 2 days to spend, I contacted Heidi and Frederik for a Great Wall hike on Saturday. At 9.00 am they picked me for the hike. In total we were 7. We passed the most popular parts of... More

My impression and review of Dandelion Hiking is NOT solely based on beautiful scenery and fantastic weather; any tour company can research sites to visit and luck out on good weather. My review is based on Heidi and Fred as people and what they had to offer. A little background information on us may shed more light on our perspective... More

I did two tours with Fred and Heidi last week and they were splendid! A hike on the wall with no tourists, fabulous view and excellent food. Because the first hike was such a success, i signed up for a second one. Totally different but also excellent. If i go back next year, i want to sign up for the... More