Wild Great Wall Adventure
Wild Great Wall Adventure
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Wild Great Wall Adventures offers personalized, small-group tours that provide immersive experiences of the Great Wall of China and other iconic destinations in China. Led by expert guides, and experienced drivers, our tours prioritize responsible travel and sustainable tourism practices. Contact us to plan your next adventure.
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CliodhnaZtoical
London, UK31 contributions
Jan 2020
Myself and my brother booked a 1 day visit to the Jinshanling Great Wall. The booking process was very straight forward. Ricky replied very quickly to all emails. We also booked a driver for the Aviation museum on a different day so we were sending a lot of questions but all were answered clearly and promptly. Our guide David and drive Mr Xie were both excellent from start to finish. We had picked that section of the wall as its consider the best for photographers and it didn't disappoint. I had been to another section of the wall years ago and thought we would mange this section fine but its a stepper climb and this was the low season so no cable car etc was running. The original starting point proved a little too tough for us but thankfully David was on the ball and we went to a different entrance that while still a challenge was more doable for our level. The views on this section of the wall are stunning and we had a time to take a lot of pictures but David also made sure we made all the sections we wanted without rushing us. Special thanks to both David and Mr Xie for helping a stranded tourist who had been scammed by a local taxi driver.
Written January 6, 2020
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Thank you for choosing Wild Great Wall for your 1-day visit to Jinshanling Great Wall, and for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience with us.
We're glad to know that the booking process was straightforward, and that Ricky was able to respond quickly to all of your emails. We're also pleased to hear that you booked a driver for the Aviation Museum on a different day and that all of your questions were answered clearly and promptly.
We're delighted that your guide, David, and your driver, Mr. Xie, were both excellent from start to finish. It's fantastic to hear that you chose this section of the wall as it's considered the best for photographers and that the views didn't disappoint. We're sorry to hear that the original starting point was a little too tough for you, but we're glad to know that David was able to find a different entrance that was more doable for your level.
We're also pleased to hear that David made sure you were able to take all the sections you wanted without rushing you, and that he and Mr. Xie helped a stranded tourist who had been scammed by a local taxi driver.
Thank you for choosing Wild Great Wall, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Best regards,
Ricky
Wild Great Wall Adventures
Written April 6, 2023
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davidf0lcher
Brussels, Belgium3 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
I booked a private tour starting from the Jiankou section of the Wall, for a 12km hike toward the renewed section.
It was an amazing experience and my knowledgeable English-Speaker guide, Oliver, taught me about the history of the Wall and answered all my questions.
The hike is amazing, with breathtaking sceneries. There were almost no tourists in Jiankou (and definitely no foreigners). There were many more tourists at the renewed section.
I recommend if you have good legs and you enjoy Nature!
It was an amazing experience and my knowledgeable English-Speaker guide, Oliver, taught me about the history of the Wall and answered all my questions.
The hike is amazing, with breathtaking sceneries. There were almost no tourists in Jiankou (and definitely no foreigners). There were many more tourists at the renewed section.
I recommend if you have good legs and you enjoy Nature!
Written January 1, 2020
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Thank you for choosing Wild Great Wall for your private tour starting from the Jiankou section of the Wall, and for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us.
We're glad to know that Oliver, your knowledgeable English-speaking guide, provided you with a great understanding of the history of the Wall and answered all of your questions. It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the 12km hike toward the renewed section and found the scenery breathtaking.
We're pleased to hear that you were able to experience the Jiankou section of the Wall with almost no tourists and enjoyed the natural surroundings. It's also good to know that there were more tourists at the renewed section, providing a different perspective on the Wall.
Thank you for recommending this tour to those with good legs and a love for nature. We appreciate your support and hope to have the opportunity to serve you again in the future.
Best regards,
Ricky
Wild Great Wall Adventures
Written April 6, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Sudha W
Vientiane, Laos2 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
We contacted Rick directly from his website for a customized itinerary of 2 days. From the start, it was an easy process. He gave us an outline of the day to match our needs, and his prices were reasonable. They did not charge us a deposit until they were able to secure the tickets for the forbidden city - for me that shows integrity because they didn't promise something they couldn't deliver.
For the 2 days of tour we had David as our guide. He was passionate about history and had insights we wouldn't have discovered otherwise. He was mindful about our dietary preferences. He also helped us save quite a bit of time by "knowing the local way of doing things" i.e. shortcut routes, alternate options.
We really liked how he was open to questions. He knew a lot of things and anything he didn't know, he was willing to find out for us! He also took some really nice photos for us. One of the days, we lost some time because we got stuck in an elevator, and he was able to communicate and get us out! Despite the time lost, David didn't cut the tour short. He took us to every location on our itinerary even though we were over discussed time frame by being 2-3 hours late.
My family and I really recommend the "Wild Great Wall Adventure" company, and of course Rick and David. Super easy to plan, communicate and pay. The final payment was taken at the end of the tour.
For the 2 days of tour we had David as our guide. He was passionate about history and had insights we wouldn't have discovered otherwise. He was mindful about our dietary preferences. He also helped us save quite a bit of time by "knowing the local way of doing things" i.e. shortcut routes, alternate options.
We really liked how he was open to questions. He knew a lot of things and anything he didn't know, he was willing to find out for us! He also took some really nice photos for us. One of the days, we lost some time because we got stuck in an elevator, and he was able to communicate and get us out! Despite the time lost, David didn't cut the tour short. He took us to every location on our itinerary even though we were over discussed time frame by being 2-3 hours late.
My family and I really recommend the "Wild Great Wall Adventure" company, and of course Rick and David. Super easy to plan, communicate and pay. The final payment was taken at the end of the tour.
Written July 30, 2024
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Aya A
1 contribution
May 2024 • Friends
We had 3 days private trip. We had specific requests on hikes and our journey was beyond our expectation. Hikings and itinerary was great, and the guide David was still flexible to tweak here and there. He is a real character and he definitely contributed more memories to cherish. The drives weren’t extremely comfortable but very timely and efficient. There wasn’t much space for our luggage in the car, if you have sizable luggage, make sure they would provide sufficient space. Staying farm house one night was comfortable but we would bring own food if we go back.
Written June 6, 2024
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MissShu
Melbourne, Australia22 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
We used Rick's service to arrange a driver and luxury car for family of 5 to take us from Beijing to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall. Rick was incredibly responsive and attentive to my queries and requests during the booking. The driver was extremely friendly and professional and the car was clean and comfortable. We had no issues at all. Highly recommend Rick's service to anyone looking for local driver and car service at very reasonable price for a premium, flexible and trusted experience .
Written June 3, 2024
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bnattyg
London, UK1 contribution
Jun 2024 • Solo
Wild Great Wall Adventures is an amazing company to do your tour with from start to finish. They helped me to figure out an achievable itinerary within my layover whilst other companies did not offer any help with this, and Ricky made sure I was equipped with all necessary information ahead of my trip which was not only helpful but also made me feel very safe as a solo traveller.
They were even able to do my tour of the Great Wall with pick-up from PKX, where most other companies only did pick up from PEK airport, which was great. Cheng made sure I was able to get the correct ticket at the Simatai Great Wall, along with making sure I was dropped to the correct section of the airport. I was so well taken care of and even offered water and fruit which was so kind.
My driver Cheng was great who used an app to communicate with me, and he went above and beyond to make sure I enjoyed my trip and high I truly appreciate. This is a great, personable company and I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you Ricky and Cheng!
They were even able to do my tour of the Great Wall with pick-up from PKX, where most other companies only did pick up from PEK airport, which was great. Cheng made sure I was able to get the correct ticket at the Simatai Great Wall, along with making sure I was dropped to the correct section of the airport. I was so well taken care of and even offered water and fruit which was so kind.
My driver Cheng was great who used an app to communicate with me, and he went above and beyond to make sure I enjoyed my trip and high I truly appreciate. This is a great, personable company and I would recommend it to anyone. Thank you Ricky and Cheng!
Written June 7, 2024
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NDN30
Milan, Italy4 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
The experience was incredible! We were looking for a tour of two days and one night to enjoy the Great Wall but not in a touristic area full of people and tourists. Also, we wanted to enjoy the sunrise on the wall…well if you are looking for the same this is the best you can choose!
First day the walk on the wall was amazing, we took the long route almost 8km arriving to the ancient part untouched since the construction (Jinshanling). We had lunch at a local place: the food was delicious!
Then we went in this small village with a super nice old guy of the mountain: he knows all the secrets around there and he cook so good as well!
We woke up at 3am to go with him on a secret pass in the mountains to reach really high peak of the great wall that is not part of any tourists park: so get ready to step in the mud, climb rocks and then prepare your eyes for the breathtaking view of the sunrise with the great wall in front of you!
Thanks to Ricky for arranging everything and to the driver and the guide to make us feeling welcome and melt with the culture!
First day the walk on the wall was amazing, we took the long route almost 8km arriving to the ancient part untouched since the construction (Jinshanling). We had lunch at a local place: the food was delicious!
Then we went in this small village with a super nice old guy of the mountain: he knows all the secrets around there and he cook so good as well!
We woke up at 3am to go with him on a secret pass in the mountains to reach really high peak of the great wall that is not part of any tourists park: so get ready to step in the mud, climb rocks and then prepare your eyes for the breathtaking view of the sunrise with the great wall in front of you!
Thanks to Ricky for arranging everything and to the driver and the guide to make us feeling welcome and melt with the culture!
Written August 24, 2024
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Deborah Z
7 contributions
Jan 2020
Our hiking tour to Jinshanling Great Wall as one of the highlights of our time in Beijing. The experience was smooth from start to finish - from communicating with Rick over WeChat and email, to being dropped off at our hotel after an amazing day, the communication was seamless and organisation perfect.
What made our experience so wonderful, however, was our wonderful guide, David. David was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and attentive, and helped us take so many photos! He is such an enthusiastic and passionate guide, and was clearly committed to making sure we enjoyed our experience to the full. We were so lucky to experience a snowy (and empty!) Great Wall with him.
I will be recommending Wild Great Wall to all my friends and family visiting China.
What made our experience so wonderful, however, was our wonderful guide, David. David was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and attentive, and helped us take so many photos! He is such an enthusiastic and passionate guide, and was clearly committed to making sure we enjoyed our experience to the full. We were so lucky to experience a snowy (and empty!) Great Wall with him.
I will be recommending Wild Great Wall to all my friends and family visiting China.
Written January 8, 2020
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Thank you so much for choosing Wild Great Wall for your hiking tour to Jinshanling Great Wall, and for taking the time to share your positive feedback with us. It's great to hear that your experience with us was smooth from start to finish and that our communication and organization met your expectations.
We're thrilled to hear that David, our guide, made your experience so wonderful with his friendliness, knowledge, and attentiveness. It's fantastic to know that he helped you take many photos and was committed to ensuring you enjoyed your experience to the fullest. We're also delighted to hear that you had the opportunity to experience the Great Wall with snow and without crowds, making it a truly unique and memorable experience.
Thank you for recommending Wild Great Wall to your friends and family visiting China. We appreciate your support and hope to have the pleasure of serving you again in the future.
Best regards,
Ricky
Wild Great Wall Adventures
Written April 6, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
iwan d
4 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
Great wall and Summer Palace day trip. Thanks to Ricky, for ensuring a great trip. We were picked up at hotel by driver, who although he spoke no English, was very pleasant and helpful and able to translate. Car was very comfortable and driven very safely particularly with 2 young children was very reassuring.
Ricky was really on the ball organising every last detail and was always quick to respond to any query, even on Saturday and Sunday; everything clearly explained in perfect English. Thanks for organising ! I would certainly
use again and can highly recommend
Ricky was really on the ball organising every last detail and was always quick to respond to any query, even on Saturday and Sunday; everything clearly explained in perfect English. Thanks for organising ! I would certainly
use again and can highly recommend
Written April 26, 2024
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Thank you for sharing your experience of the Great Wall and Summer Palace day trip! I'm delighted to hear that you had a great trip and that everything went smoothly.
It's wonderful to know that the driver was pleasant and helpful, and that the comfortable and safe car ride was reassuring, especially with your two young children.
I’m glad that the organization met your expectations and that my prompt responses and clear communication in perfect English were helpful. Your kind words and high recommendation mean a lot to us.
Thank you for choosing Wild Great Wall Adventure, and I look forward to assisting you with future trips!
Best regards,
Ricky & team
Written May 31, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Starry P
7 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We had a really amazing trip with Wild Great Wall Adventure.
This was advertised as a private transfer service (ie driver only, no tour) with non English speaking driver, but it ended up being so much more!
Our driver, Rick (who I think owns the company as well), spoke great English, took us to an amazing spot for lunch in a town near the wall, and provided all sorts of details about which hike to do, how long it would take, what time to leave Beijing to avoid crowds and catch sunset, etc.
He even made a recommendation on the best place to watch sunset - with his advice we did a tiny bit extra walking, but ended up watching sunset with literally *no one* else around!
This is the best way to see the Great Wall!
This was advertised as a private transfer service (ie driver only, no tour) with non English speaking driver, but it ended up being so much more!
Our driver, Rick (who I think owns the company as well), spoke great English, took us to an amazing spot for lunch in a town near the wall, and provided all sorts of details about which hike to do, how long it would take, what time to leave Beijing to avoid crowds and catch sunset, etc.
He even made a recommendation on the best place to watch sunset - with his advice we did a tiny bit extra walking, but ended up watching sunset with literally *no one* else around!
This is the best way to see the Great Wall!
Written October 11, 2023
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Hi... what should one pay for a day's private guiding from Beiing and back to the Wild part of the Great Wall?
Written April 5, 2018
We paid 1980RMB for 2 person private tour of jiankou to mutianyu part of the great wall. This included pick up & drop off from my hotel in Beijing, entrance fees to the wall, English guide & lunch after. The only extra fee is if you want to take the chairlift / toboggan / cable car down from the wall in mutianyu. I recommend the toboggan! I felt like the tour was well worth it's money. (plus way cheaper than what the hotels will try to sell you)
Written April 5, 2018
I was asked to give the driver upon picking me up at the hotel the full amount in cash. Hearing of so many scams, I just want to know if anyone has had problems with that.
Written October 22, 2017
I asked the driver upfront if is possible to pay at the end of the day. The driver was very nice and allow us to pay him the full amount at the end of the day when we reach our hotel. You could either ask the driver upfront when he picks you up at your hotel or tell the driver nicely you wish to pay half the amount first then the rest when he drop you at your hotel at the end of the day.
Written October 28, 2017
What does this tour typically cost to see the Great Wall
Written January 20, 2017
I paid 1650 RMB. With private van, driver and guide only, with the itinerary. The rest you pay.
Written January 23, 2017
Is it worth the money?
I've found a lot cheaper ways to get there but I'm thinking it would be worth just sticking with my booking to ensure I get there?
Written October 13, 2016
I don't like to leave things to chance when I'm travelling, so I always prefer to pre-book a reliable driver. I personally always think it's worth it. However, if for you it would depend on whether you think it worth taking the risk that a cheaper driver might not turn up, be a dangerous driver, or you might get lost trying to find the places yourself, etc. Sometimes, it just the plain troublesomeness of cheaper options. Also, cheaper options are often more time-consuming. Are you trying to pack 2 or 3 places into one day ? If yes, this is the better option than the bus, etc.
Written October 19, 2016
Is it worth the money?
I've found a lot cheaper ways to get there but I'm thinking it would be worth just sticking with my booking to ensure I get there?
Written October 13, 2016
absolutely worth the money. we used them twice. they had great communication when emailing and answered all questions and were very professional, safe and reliable. we actually saved money in most instances for example they recommended a local restaurant out of town instead of eating at the great wall. we also saved money with buying entry tickets to great wall and summer palace and being advised of which vendors were dodgy IE: tourist rip offs! if you're after an english speaking guide ask for CoCo. she was brilliant
Written October 13, 2016
Hi,
How many hours I need for this trip
from Jiankou to Mutianyu
best regards
Alex
Written August 1, 2016
I can't remember the exact time but including the pick up fork central Beijing it was all day soon around 6 to 8 hours.
Hope this helps
Written August 4, 2016
Hi.I have a stop over for 10 hours and wondered if it was possible to see the Great Wall and tieanaman square. I Am a family of four and also wondered how much this would cost.Thank you in advance.
Written July 11, 2016
Hi there! I think seeing both of these attactions would be a time push as the Great Wall is over an hour out of town. If you do Tiananmen Square the forbidden palace (I think) is right next door and the Temple of Heaven is also very near. The Olympic park and Summer Palace are also within driving distance. I had a private drive named Han and even though his English wasn't fluent, it was satisfactory and I couldn't rate him high enough. He made me feel settled in a crazy city and showed me so much more than I signed up for, including local cuisine. His sister has great English so email them on beijingprivatedriver at symbol gmail dot/full stop com (I can't say the actual email) and they can help you decide an itinerary. Or google search Beijing Private Driver and the website from Kelly and Han is them. He also gave me the second cheapest price of everyone I emailed and I emailed a lot! Hope this helps.
Written July 12, 2016
bagustboy
Hamilton, New Zealand
Hello, I am coming with my wife and son to Beijing end of August. We would like to travel and see the "wild wall". We will be staying in an apartment in Central Beijing for a few days before and we fly back to New Zealand on the 2nd Sept.
Would you be able to have us (family of 3) picked up from Central Beijing early morning drive us and guide us on a day to the wild wall and at the end of the day return us to our apartment?
What would the cost of this day be? And what would this include?
Campbell Forlong
New Zealand.
Written July 4, 2015
Hi Campbell,
Thank you for your inquiry. We have availability on that date. Hiking from Jiankou to mutainyu plenty of photography stops brings you the classic Great Wall hiking experience as well as the best scenery/landscape views. Mutianyu also features toboggan ride, Kid would love it.
Your guide and driver can pick you up early in the morning from your place, lead your entire walk, and drop you off at you place after your visit. For price details and itinerary, just drop me a line. If you would like to book a hike, go to our website and click on the tours tab on the upper right hand side of the home page. That will take you through a registration page.
Written July 7, 2015
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