Jinshanling Great Wall Marathon

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Amazing marathon experience on the Great Wall.

The Great Wall of China is one of the most iconic landmarks in the world, also seen from the international space station. One of the Seven Wonders of the World attracts millions of tourists every year who come to see this amazing structure, or just a small part of it, with their own eyes.

The Wall is also home to three marathons which attract a huge crowd every year. This package will give you a chance to take part in the Jinshanling Great Wall Marathon, taking place in April. It’s a real challenge, but worth every step.

Total 16 km on the Wall and whopping 6000 cliffy footsteps.

Official site: www.jslmarathon.com
Race date: 17th of April 2016
Starting location: Jinshanling Great Wall
Time limits: 5 km - 3 hours, Half marathon - 6 hours, Full marathon - 8 hours
Route: Total 16 km on the Wall and whopping 6000 cliffy footsteps. 26 km along the foot of Great Wall. 6 supply stations along the route.
Runners: Around 2000 participants.
Registration: Registration for Full Marathon included in the package

Tour highlights:

• unique marathon on the Wall
• seeing the Great Wall of China
• the Forbidden City
• lunch with a local family
• a rickshaw tour in Beijing

Itinerary:

DAY 1 - Arrival in Beijing
Arrive in Beijing and check into your hotel. Airport transfers available upon request.

DAY 2 - Beijing
After breakfast, depart on a sightseeing tour of the city. You’ll visit the famous Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven and a Silk store. After having lunch at a local restaurant, the rest of the afternoon will be free to explore the city on your own.

DAY 3 - Beijing
Depart on a tour of the Hutongs on a rickshaw. Hutongs are a collection of narrow streets typical of some parts of Beijing. Enjoy traditional lunch with a local family.

DAY 4 - Marathon Day
Take the early morning transfer to the Jinshanling Great Wall, the starting point of the marathon. It’s time to take on the Great Wall of China. Be ready to take on the thousands of steps! After completing the marathon, take the transfer back to Beijing to rest before dinner.

DAY 5 - Beijing
Rest in the morning, before heading to the Summer Palace in the afternoon. This will be a very relaxed day. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner.

DAY 6 - Departure from Beijing
Check out of your hotel and get ready for your flight back home. Airport transfers are available upon request.

What's included?

• Accommodation in a double room
• 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners
• Transportation (excl. airport transfers)
• All entrance fees
• English speaking guide
• Full Marathon participation fee

Not included

• Flights to/from destination
• Visa
• Airport transfers
• Travel Insurance
• Gratuities to local staff

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