A person with a backpack stands in a stone archway on the Great Wall, gazing at mountains; "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" is displayed in the lower right corner.
A group smiles for a photo on the Great Wall during the sunny Great Wall of China Challenge 2027. The event logo is at the bottom right.
A group poses on the Great Wall, holding a "Charity Challenge: Never a backward step" banner against the mountains during the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027.
Participants in the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027 walk along the iconic wall, with watchtowers and rugged mountains visible in the background.
A brick arch frames distant mountains, green hills, and a watchtower along the Great Wall of China. The "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" is highlighted in the bottom right corner.
Adventurers cross a stone bridge over a clear stream in a lush forest with Chinese characters on rocky cliffs, capturing the spirit of the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027.
People walk along the Great Wall of China, which winds over hilly, dry land beneath a partly cloudy sky, with mountains visible in the distance. "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" appears in the corner.
The Great Wall of China spans rolling hills beneath a clear sky, dotted with watchtowers; the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027 logo appears at the lower right.
A group hikes a mountainous stretch of the Great Wall of China under clear skies, with "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" displayed in the lower right corner.
The Great Wall of China winds across rugged hills beneath a partly cloudy sky, with distant mountains behind. The text "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" is displayed in the lower right corner.
Participants in the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027 ascend a steep, stone staircase on the iconic Wall, surrounded by lush green hills and a hazy sky.
A person with a backpack stands in a stone archway on the Great Wall, gazing at mountains; "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" is displayed in the lower right corner.
A group smiles for a photo on the Great Wall during the sunny Great Wall of China Challenge 2027. The event logo is at the bottom right.
A group poses on the Great Wall, holding a "Charity Challenge: Never a backward step" banner against the mountains during the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027.
Participants in the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027 walk along the iconic wall, with watchtowers and rugged mountains visible in the background.
A brick arch frames distant mountains, green hills, and a watchtower along the Great Wall of China. The "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" is highlighted in the bottom right corner.
Adventurers cross a stone bridge over a clear stream in a lush forest with Chinese characters on rocky cliffs, capturing the spirit of the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027.
People walk along the Great Wall of China, which winds over hilly, dry land beneath a partly cloudy sky, with mountains visible in the distance. "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" appears in the corner.
The Great Wall of China spans rolling hills beneath a clear sky, dotted with watchtowers; the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027 logo appears at the lower right.
A group hikes a mountainous stretch of the Great Wall of China under clear skies, with "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" displayed in the lower right corner.
The Great Wall of China winds across rugged hills beneath a partly cloudy sky, with distant mountains behind. The text "Great Wall of China Challenge 2027" is displayed in the lower right corner.
Participants in the Great Wall of China Challenge 2027 ascend a steep, stone staircase on the iconic Wall, surrounded by lush green hills and a hazy sky.

Great Wall of China Challenge 2027

Date: Saturday 9th October 2027 - Sunday 17th October 2027

Looking for a bucket‑list challenge for 2027? Join #TeamDEBRA for our DEBRA‑exclusive Great Wall of China challenge — a once‑in‑a‑lifetime adventure across one of the New Wonders of the World.

 

SIGN UP TODAY 

Description

Looking for a bucket list challenge for 2027?

The Great Wall of China Challenge could be the one for you!
 
Join #TeamDEBRA for our DEBRA‑exclusive Great Wall of China challenge — a once‑in‑a‑lifetime adventure across one of the New Wonders of the World.

Beginning four hours north of Beijing, this week‑long challenge will see you tackle over 10,000 uneven steps, navigating the steep ascents, rugged pathways, watchtowers, and famous twists and turns of the Great Wall. Your route winds through the Yan Mountains to the Gubeikou Gateway and includes the legendary “Heavenly Staircase.”

Your journey ends in the vibrant metropolis of Beijing, where you’ll have time to explore the rich cultural and historical highlights of China’s capital city.

 

Challenge Highlights

  • Conquer the imperial masterpiece of the Ming dynasty
  • Test yourself against thousands of challenging steps
  • Triumph over the crumbling, twisting pathways of the Yan Mountains
  • Savour the timeless landscapes and time-weathered watchtowers
  • Enjoy the cultural highlights of China’s bustling capital city

 

Why join #TeamDEBRA?

By joining #TeamDEBRA, you can help DEBRA to provide care and support to people living with EB and fund research into future treatments. 

Our support for you when you join #TeamDEBRA:

  • Regular email contact and support, keeping you updated with event information & ensuring that you’re challenge ready.
  • Fundraising materials, ideas, and support, helping you to meet your fundraising target.
  • A DEBRA t-shirt to wear with pride.
  • We’ll be here to answer any questions you have leading up to your challenge.

 

Registration Fee: £395

Fundraising Target: £3,465

 

What’s not included?

Before you go

  • Visa (if required)
  • Travel to and from the UK airport of departure
  • Vaccinations (please check Trip Notes for requirements)
  • Air tax & fuel element (capped at £250)

On your challenge

  • Tips
  • Departure Tax (if applicable)

 

SIGN UP TODAY!

 

 

This challenge is being operated on our behalf by Charity Challenge, a multi-award-winning adventure travel company with 26 years’ experience, organising challenges all around the world. The charity is acting as a disclosed agent of Charity Challenge (who hold an Air Travel Organisers Licence #6546). When booking onto this challenge, you will be contracting directly with Charity Challenge.   

Location

Beijing, China

 

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Timetable

Event start date: Saturday 9th October 2027

Event end date: Sunday 17th October 2027

Great Wall Discovery _ Trek the Great Wall of China with Charity Challenge

Contact

Please contact sinead.simmons@debra.org.uk for more information.

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