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Great Wall of China Tour
This itinerary takes you on a comprehensive journey along the Great Wall of China, starting from the western end in Jiayuguan and ending at the eastern end in Qinhuangdao.
Week 1: Western End - Jiayuguan and Dunhuang
Begin your journey at the western end of the Great Wall in Jiayuguan, Gansu Province.
Explore the Jiayuguan Fort, an ancient military stronghold at the western terminus of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall.
Visit the nearby Overhanging Great Wall and the First Beacon Tower to experience the rugged beauty of the western desert landscape.
Travel to Dunhuang to visit the Mogao Caves and the Crescent Lake oasis, and learn about the Silk Road history of the region.
Week 2: Central Section - Shanxi and Hebei
Travel eastward to Shanxi Province to explore sections of the Great Wall at locations like Datong and Yanmenguan.
Visit the Hanging Temple of Datong and the Yungang Grottoes, UNESCO World Heritage Sites renowned for their ancient Buddhist art and architecture.
Continue to Hebei Province to visit iconic sections of the Great Wall such as Jinshanling and Simatai, known for their scenic beauty and well-preserved architecture.
Week 3: Beijing and Surroundings
Arrive in Beijing, the capital city of China, and explore the famous Mutianyu and Badaling sections of the Great Wall.
Visit other historical and cultural attractions in Beijing, such as the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven.
Take day trips to lesser-known sections of the Great Wall, such as Huanghuacheng and Jiankou, for a more secluded experience.
Week 4: Eastern End - Liaoning and Hebei
Travel northeast to Liaoning Province to visit sections of the Great Wall at locations like Shanhaiguan and Jinzhou.
Explore the Old Dragon's Head, where the Great Wall meets the Bohai Sea, and visit the nearby Shanhaiguan Pass, known as the "First Pass Under Heaven."
Return to Hebei Province to visit the eastern terminus of the Great Wall at Laolongtou (Old Dragon's Head) in Qinhuangdao.
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The ancient capital, Xi’An 西安
