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China Great Wall Trekking Challenge
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
11 days (ex Beijing)
Highlights:
Explore Beijing, the majestic Forbidden City and the expansive Tiananman Square. Walk through time on sections of the Great Wall following the contours, overnight train to Xian, wander the Muslim quarter, climb Mt Huashan, see the Terracotta warriors. You will be amazed by what you can achieve.
Trip Code:
CCO
Group Size:
Minimum 10, Maximum 20
Price:
Prices from USD $1890
No local payment
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
Travel with a purpose along the Great wall of China. An action packed itinerary which will leave you with a massive sense of achievement, new friends and a greater understanding of the worlds oldest culture.
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meals included: Most meals included - see itinerary.
transport: We will be travelling between sections of the wall by bus and using the overnight express train between Beijing & Xian.
accommodation:
Hotels, traditional guesthouses.
The accommodation used during this trip ranges from traditional Chinese guesthouses with courtyards to comfortable 3 star hotels. The standard will vary according to where we are and we ask for your patience, as at times
budget: Allow for meals not included.
departs: 7th - 19th September 2007
important notes:
Book this trip with Intrepid Challenges.
Contact Mike Howell, Intrepid specialist;
Tel: 03 9597 0798 / Email: mike@intrepidchallenges.com
Departures: Twice a year
3rd - 13th May
6th - 16th September 2008
Day 1 Arrive in Beijing
Arrival in Beijing
Day 2 Gubeikou
The morning to explore the breathtaking Tiananmen Square and the mysterious Forbidden City before going out to the Great Wall.
Day 3 Tiger Mountain
This part of the wall is a spectacular one that has not been touched by modern tourist.
Day 4 Jinshanling
A spectacular but demanding day, as we walk from Gubeiko to Jinshanling on an unreconstructed section of the original Wall, passing by ruined watchtowers and up and down many steep, crumbling staircases.
Day 5 Simatai
Today we pick up our walk from our hotel get back onto the wall where we left off yesterday.
Day 6 Wanginglou
We end the great wall challenge on one of the remotest sections of wall by lunchtime. Later catch an overnight train to start the next part of our adventure.
Day 7 Xi'an
Arrive early morning into Xian. A chance to relax and explore the old city
Day 8 Huashan climb
Early start to drive out to Huashan. Besides being a stunning mountain to climb, strewn with temples, shrines and statues along the trail, it's a great test of fitness. We stay overnight on the middle peak, taking in the stars and views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
Day 9 Terracotta Warriors
A sunrise climb gets us started for the day, and after an enjoyable cable car ride back to the bottom, we drive out to see the famed Terracotta Warriors.
Day 10 Flight to Beijing
Arrive early into Beijing. Rest of the day at leisure to explore the many sights of this amazing city such as the Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, or the Sackler Museum. In the evening, we celebrate our achievements with a Beijing Duck Dinner.
Day 11 Leave Beijing
We depart Beijing late morning for our flight to Australia.
To find out when we are conducting this and other Charity Challenges, please contact our Intrepid Challenges team:
Ph: 03 9597 0798
Email: challenges@intrepidtravel.com
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