Running26 - Great Wall Marathon 2027

Today is arrival day! You’ll check into the New World Hotel, giving you plenty of time to rest and settle in after your flight.

In the afternoon, we will all gather for a guided shake-out run, weaving through the bustling city streets to get to know Beijing a little bit better. It may be one of the biggest cities in the world, but we have to start somewhere!

After shaking the flight out of our legs, we will head to an upscale restaurant to enjoy an authentic Peking duck dinner. Hours of meticulous preparation go into perfecting the crispy skin and tender meat before it’s served alongside delicate pancakes, hoisin sauce, and fresh spring onions.

• Arrival at the 5-star New World Hotel 
• Guided Shakeout Run
• VIP Peking Duck Dinner

After breakfast, we will drive to Huangyaguan for the marathon route inspection. Here, you can stroll at your own pace and even venture onto scenic sections of the wall that aren't included on tomorrow’s route.

After lunch in Huangyaguan, we’ll check into the 4-star Arcadia Hotel and enjoy some time at your own leisure before carb-loading with a noodle-dinner. We need to fuel up for tomorrow's big day!

• Arrival in Huangyaguan
• Check-in to Arcadia Hotel 
• Noodle-dinner

Today is the big day! 

In the morning, both runners and spectators will check out of the hotel and take a short 15-minute drive to the starting area by the Great Wall in Huangyaguan. You can read more about the event under Practical Information.

After the marathon, shuttle buses will be ready to take you back to our New World Hotel in Beijing. 

Good luck everyone!

• The Great Wall Marathon
• Transfer to Beijing
• Check in to New World Hotel 

This morning we will take it easy, and recover after yesterday's great achievement. 

For those thirsty for one last taste of Chinese history, you can sign up for an excursion to the Forbidden City and Coal Hill (Jingshan Park), led by a local guide. These historical destinations offer an immersive journey into the heart of China’s imperial legacy, taking you along the very steps where emperors once wandered.

After lunch at a premium restaurant, we will head back to the hotel to prepare for tonight's Celebration dinner. There, we will celebrate your success with delicious Chinese cuisine, entertainment, and even an exclusive after-party for those ready to continue the celebration.

Busses will be on standby to drive you back to your hotel.  

• Optional excursion & lunch (see more)
• Celebration dinner
• Overnight at New World Hotel

Unfortunately, it's time to say goodbye to China. After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and find our way to the airport. Please note that airport shuttle buses are not provided, so you will need to arrange your own transfer.

• Check out of New World Hotel
• Own transfer to the airport