Beijing Jinshanling Great Wall Two-Day One-Night Travel Guide (Budget 1000)

1. Itinerary Day 1: Morning: Depart from Beijing. It is recommended to choose public transportation for cost savings and convenience. Option 1: Take the "Gubei Water Town Express" bus from Dongzhimen Transportation Hub directly to the entrance of Jinshanling Great Wall Scenic Area. The ticket price is about 50 RMB per person, and the journey takes about 2 hours. Option 2: Take the S5 suburban railway from Beijing North Station to Gubeikou Station, then take a taxi about 20 kilometers to Jinshanling Great Wall Scenic Area, taxi fare about 50 RMB. After arrival, check in first. It is recommended to choose a farmhouse or budget hotel near the scenic area, with prices around 200-300 RMB per night. Afternoon: Visit the east section of Jinshanling Great Wall (recommended visiting time 3-4 hours). The east section is relatively gentle, suitable for first-time Great Wall climbers or those with average physical strength. The scenery is beautiful, offering magnificent views of the winding Great Wall. Recommended route: From the scenic area entrance, take the cable car (one-way 40 RMB per person, optional) or walk to Zhuanduokou, then head east to Dongwuyan Tower. Along the way, you can enjoy famous enemy towers such as General Tower and Fairy Tower. At dusk, you can go near Jinshanling Great Wall Hotel at the foot of the Great Wall to watch the sunset, which is very spectacular. Evening: Have dinner at a farmhouse near the scenic area, tasting local specialties such as farmhouse stewed dishes and grilled rainbow trout, with an average cost of about 50-80 RMB per person. If time permits, you can participate in the night tour of the Great Wall organized by the scenic area (advance inquiry required) to experience a different charm of the Great Wall. Day 2: Morning: Visit the west section of Jinshanling Great Wall (recommended visiting time 3-4 hours). The west section is more rugged, suitable for visitors who like challenges, and you can enjoy a more original and majestic Great Wall landscape. Recommended route: Walk from the scenic area entrance to Shalingkou, then head west to Xiwuyan Tower. Along the way, you can see famous enemy towers such as Qilin Tower and the Large and Small Jinshan Towers. Have a simple lunch inside the scenic area. You can bring your own food or dine at the scenic area restaurant, with an average cost of about 30-50 RMB per person. Afternoon: Depending on your return time, you can choose to continue visiting unfinished attractions or rest and relax within the scenic area. Return around 3 PM, take a bus or taxi to Gubeikou Station and take the S5 suburban railway back to Beijing. 2. Budget Transportation: Round-trip bus/S5 suburban railway + taxi ≈ 150 RMB per person Accommodation: Farmhouse/budget hotel ≈ 250 RMB per night Meals: 3 meals in 2 days ≈ 150 RMB per person Tickets: Jinshanling Great Wall ticket 65 RMB per person, cable car one-way 40 RMB per person (optional) Others: Snacks, drinking water, etc. ≈ 50 RMB per person Total: ≈ 1000 RMB per person (may vary according to personal spending habits) 3. Travel Tips Jinshanling Great Wall terrain is relatively rugged; it is recommended to wear comfortable sports shoes and clothing. There is a large temperature difference within the scenic area; it is recommended to bring sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and a warm jacket. You can bring some snacks and drinking water as prices inside the scenic area are relatively high. Protect cultural relics, do not carve or graffiti, and pay attention to environmental protection. Check the weather forecast in advance and choose a sunny day for travel for better scenery. 4. Optional Activities If time permits, you can visit the nearby Gubei Water Town to experience the unique charm of a northern water town. Photography enthusiasts can choose to shoot the sunrise or sunset at Jinshanling Great Wall, which is very stunning. You can feel the smoke and fire of ancient battles on the Great Wall through the rust marks on the battle path! Experience the hardships of the war years! And better appreciate the peaceful times today! I have experienced it, how about you? Wish you a pleasant journey!