On this strenuous hike in Huairou, we will start at a fortress like village, which was a walled army barracks guarding the Huanghuacheng and Erdaoguan Great Wall. We walk along the path of this beautiful scenic areas with different seasonal blossom and fruit plants, including  a 500-year old ginkgo tree. Following the trail we will gradually climb through chestnut orchards to a gigantic pine tree, then we will begin with a more strenuous hike passing the ridgeline. You will see the peak of the Kylin Dragon Mountain (Qilong Shan), and walk along the flat road through Qilong Mountain scenic area to arrive at another village at the foot of Huanghuacheng Great Wall to have late lunch (around 2pm or 2:30pm) before heading back to Beijing.



Bus leaves from the China Culture Center.



Level of Difficulties



Level 1 ambling tours are very easy without much climbing, and they usually take around one or one and half hours to complete. The main theme of these tours is to “smell the flowers” and enjoy greens and fresh air out of the city.

Level 2 ambling tours are relaxing, even though they are sometimes kind of hilly but not very long. They are usually less than 5 kilometers in length and take around two hours to finish, and they are also children friendly.

Level 3 From Level 3 above, they are hikes rather than ambling tours. They are about 5 - 10 kilometers in length and take approximately 2-3 hours, and involve one or two sections of severe climbs. can be either reasonably or challenging, depending on your level of fitness. They tend to be and Most people will be able to complete a level 3 hike without much trouble, although they may be difficult for people who are not used to hiking or are severely out of shape.

Level 4 hikes are 10 - 15 kilometers in length and take 3-4 hours to complete, and involve a lot of climbing and descending. They can be sometimes very steep. They are difficult for people who have no hiking experience or are out of shape.

Level 5 hikes will usually take 4-5 hours or sometimes 7-8 hours to complete. They are physically challenging and suitable for very experienced hikers in really good shape.

Insurance: We suggest you to purchase local travel insurance for this tour if you have no insurance while in China. Please let us know your personal details (full name, passport number and date of birth) 48 hours prior to the tour departure if you are interested. Should you not subscribe to this option, CCC will not be held responsible for any injuries or accidents which may occur during the trip.