| Itinerary |
| Day 1 |
Arrive in Beijing
and transfer to hotel. The afternoon is for bike
setup and relaxation. |
| Day 2 |
Cycle to Great Wall
this morning. The original Wall was built over 2000
years ago and at its height stretched over 6000
km. After a short visit and lunch we continue
cycling. The last part of the day takes us
alongside a narrow river uphill. We will visit one of
the Ming Tombs, not open to the public. |
| Day 3 |
We cycle back past a
few of the Ming Tombs with orchards lining both sides of
the road. Cycling uphill on a deteriorating road, we
enjoy a spectacular view. At the top we should be
able to view part of the Great Wall from a distance.
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| Day 4 |
We pass the entrance
of the grassland towards the Badaling Wall, continue to
cycle through villages & local farmer fields.
We end the day at Mentougou where we will stay
overnight.
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| Day 5 |
We reach a mountain
tunnel with sheer cliffs on either side. This afternoon
we cycle into the Shidu region. |
| Day 6 |
The initial 20 km
takes us back through the gorge. It is then a very
steep climb up into the surrounding mountains. We
reach famous Bridge mid-afternoon where we assemble as a
group for the last leg into Beijing. At last we
arrive at Tiananmen Square, the largest square in the
world. |
| Day 7 |
Explore Beijing: The
Forbidden City & Summer Palace.
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| Day 8 |
Depart
Beijing.
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*** All itineraries may be subject to
change. ***
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