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The China Guide Toboggans Down Mutianyu Great Wall

2009-10-22 21:40 862

BEIJING, Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-Asia/ -- The Mutianyu Great Wall offers visitors relaxed hiking, beautiful scenery and even a good cup of espresso. Travelers can be whisked up the mountain by cable car for hiking and return using a winding metal toboggan track. The China Guide is recommending this section of the Wall for travelers in Beijing; it is located just over an hour from the city and is much less touristy than other locations. The Mutianyu Great Wall is safe for hiking and perfect for all ages and families.

Mutianyu is a restored section of China's Great Wall. For tourists seeking a more demanding hike, they can climb the many stone stairs up to the top of the Wall before walking the long stretch. For those looking for a more relaxed experience, a cable car will take visitors to the top while providing beautiful views of the surrounding area. A short walk can then be enjoyed along the Wall with plenty of opportunities for photographs. The cable car is also available for returning to the base but the more exciting option is the metal toboggan ride, which winds down the mountain. "Riders sit on a wheeled sled which has a hand break to control your speed down the long track. There are 1 and 2 person carts available so that adults can accompany children," describes Peter Danford, owner and operating manager of The China Guide. "It's a favorite among kids."

There are plenty of restaurants situated around Mutianyu Great Wall that offer good Chinese cuisine. The China Guide recommends a fresh trout lunch after your walk on the Wall and offers this as part of their Mutianyu tour itineraries. Diners can fish for their lunch and it's a great way for entertaining the kids. There are plenty of snack stalls available for a light snack along with vendors selling inexpensive souvenir items. The location of Mutianyu also makes it convenient to combine with other Beijing sights for a full day itinerary including Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace; itineraries are suitable for all ages and work well for families and larger groups.

The China Guide is offering its one-day tours to the Mutianyu Great Wall all year round. "Mutianyu is a short drive from Beijing and less crowded than other sections near the city. It is beautiful at all times of year whether blossoming with flowers or covered in snow," adds Danford. The China Guide includes private transportation, entrance tickets and an afternoon meal in their Mutianyu tour pricing. This also includes the cost of the cable car and toboggan sled, which are often left out of the pricing of other operators.

About The China Guide

The China Guide, http://www.TheChinaGuide.com , is a Beijing based travel agency, American owned and operated. Specializing in western-style service and hassle free web bookings, they provide clients with custom itineraries whether for single travelers or large student groups. Operating only in China they have up-to-date knowledge and offer exciting experiences for travelers including their famous Sleep on the Great Wall tour. The China Guide has a no-shopping policy and does not take clients to the common factory shopping stops, instead focusing all of the time on the sights of China.

Source: The China Guide
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