Private Customized Layover Tour: Explore Juyongguan Great Wall & Optional City Hightlight

Tour Itinerary

Pick-up service will be arranged at Beijing International Airport, where our dedicated guide will warmly welcome you with a personalized sign bearing the inscription "Your way holiday." Throughout your one-day Juyongguan Great Wall with city highlights tour from Beijing airport, our knowledgeable guide will not only accompany you but also serve as your insightful companion. They will provide expert commentary, offer historical and cultural insights, and ensure that your journey is not just a sightseeing excursion, but a deeply enriching experience. From navigating the bustling city streets to exploring the ancient wonders of Juyongguan Great Wall, our guide will be by your side, ready to assist and enhance every moment of your adventure.

Drive you to Juyongguan Great Wall scenic area directly. Once on your arrival, spend the climbing the wall at Juyongguan, a famous pass through the mountains located in an 11-mile-long (18-kilometer-long) valley. Surrounded by mountains, Juyongguan Pass served as a strategic military stronghold and was the site of many battles. The ancient pass was originally built in the Han Dynasty (220-206 BC) as a fortification, and later rebuilt to link it to the Great Wall of China. The circular pass is complete with supporting facilities, including a city tower, watch tower and a meeting place for the emperor. Juyongguan is surrounded by lush forests and magnificent mountains.

As you embark on your journey to Juyongguan, prepare to marvel at the majestic sight of the "First Pass Under Heaven." Upon arriving at the scenic area, your eyes will be drawn to the magnificent stone gate known as Yuntai, an exquisite example of Tibetan Buddhist architecture crafted from pristine white stone. Inside Yuntai, intricate carvings of bodhisattvas adorn the walls, creating a mesmerizing and unique ambiance.

Continuing your exploration, you'll pass through the entrance of the pass, where the grand inscription of "First Pass Under Heaven" stands proudly overhead. This iconic landmark provides the perfect backdrop for capturing memorable photographs, symbolizing the historic significance and grandeur of the Juyongguan Pass.

Venturing further into the scenic area, you'll discover a wealth of cultural treasures, including the Temple of Guan Yu, Diecui Academy, Biaozhong Temple, and Fengyu Granary. These sites pay homage to ancient figures and offer insights into the rich history of Juyongguan. Nearby, a tranquil lake invites you to pause and reflect, adding to the serene atmosphere of the surroundings.

As you stand beneath the towering city towers at the north and south ends of the pass, you'll be struck by the imposing presence of the Great Wall. Stretching across the mountainside in a distinctive "?" shape, the Great Wall embodies the resilience and ingenuity of ancient Chinese architecture, leaving a lasting impression on all who behold it.

Finally, prepare for an exhilarating climb as you ascend the Great Wall to reach the beacon tower at the summit. Despite the physical challenge, the panoramic view that awaits you is nothing short of breathtaking. From this vantage point, you'll be treated to a sweeping vista of the "Juyongguan Diecui," where lush green peaks and rolling hills converge in a harmonious display of natural beauty, offering a sense of tranquility and awe-inspiring majesty.

After lunch, drive you back to Beijing city. You can choose one more attraction as below for the afternoon tour: 1. Temple of Heaven: A Taoist temple that offered sacrifices to heaven and prayed for national security for the emperors of Ming and Qing Dynasties.
2. Summer Palace: Royal gardens in the Qing Dynasty.
4. Nanluoguxiang Hutong: Located several kilometers north of the Forbidden City and just east of Houhai Lake is Nanluoguxiang, an 800-meter long north-south alleyway filled with cafes, bars, and shops all designed in classical Chinese 'hutong' style.

After the tour, you will be taken back to Beijing International Airport.

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