Great Wall of China Challenge
for rotherham hospice
- 5th - 14th November 2026
- Start/Finish: Beijing
- £200 deposit
- Nights: 8 (Hotels x4, Guesthouses x3, twin share)
- Meals Included: 8 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Walk one of the world’s most iconic frontiers, from wild, unrestored ridgelines to beautifully preserved ramparts. Over nine days you’ll explore Beijing’s imperial heart, then trek remote sections of the Wall between Jiankou, Gubeikou and Jinshanling—staying in simple village guesthouses and soaking up epic sunrise-to-sunset views.
Why join this challenge
Bucket-list adventure: Conquer dramatic, less-crowded stretches like Jiankou’s rugged “W-shaped” ridge and the watchtower-dotted paths to Jinshanling.
Culture, not just kilometres: Stand in Tiananmen Square, enter the Forbidden City, wander hutong alleyways, and taste classic Peking Duck.
Hassle-free logistics: English-speaking leader, airport transfers, accommodation and most meals included.
What’s included
English-speaking leader throughout
International flights to and from Beijing and airport transfers
All listed activities and entrance fees per itinerary
Accommodation (4× hotel, 3× guesthouse; twin share*)
Meals as stated (Breakfast ×8, Lunch ×5, Dinner ×4)
Ground transport per daily plan
Rotherham Hospice Great Wall of China Challenge T-Shirt, Medal & Certificate
What’s not included
Visas, late check-outs, meals/drinks not listed, drinks with included meals, tips, personal expenses, travel insurance, and optional activities. If you would like to upgrade your accommodation to single occupancy, this will come at an additional cost.
Fitness & terrain
Expect full days on uneven stone steps and mountain paths—especially around Jiankou and Gubeikou’s unrestored sections. A good base level of hiking fitness is recommended.
Level of fitness
- This is a walking and trekking trip, so a good level of fitness is essential.
- Ideally, you should have some experience with hiking or trekking to fully enjoy the journey.
- Over five days, you’ll be walking an average of 10km per day, with daily elevation gains of 300 to 500m each day.
- Trekking between each section usually lasts between 2 and 3 hours (depending on your pace fitness level).
- Some parts of the Great Wall are quite steep, so it’s important to come prepared with suitable footwear and clothing for the trek.
Other ways to get involved
We have plenty of events throughout the year to keep you busy! Whether you join hundreds of those walking in memory at our Midnight Walk, take on a challenge like a Skydive or Yorkshire Three Peaks, or run for #TeamRH, find something fun and for a good cause.
We’re a local, independent charity providing personalised end of life care for people across Rotherham. Whether at home or in our hospice, our focus is on what matters most to each individual and offering comfort, dignity and choice throughout. We rely on your donations to keep our vital services going. Any donation, big or small, helps us add more life every day to our patients and their loved ones.
Whether it’s a bake sale in your community, a quiz night at your local or even a special challenge you’ve always wanted to do for yourself – we’re here to help you at every step! Get in touch and we’ll provide you with fundraising materials, advice and encouragement along the way.