Originally Posted by
Villavic
So after reading all suggestions from you guys I decide to go to China on my own and no taking a tour.
I've been reading about the Great Wall and its several sections, being Ba Da Ling the most touristed and tacky section. Do you recommend another one? Wich is the best?
It says Juyong Guan is better, and even offers marvelous views of Ba Da Ling.
Your research is right about Badaling.
I visited Mutianyu and enjoyed the end-to-end walk on the wall. There are several watch towers and the scenery is truly memorable. I would recommend visiting it. That said, it is difficult (although not impossible) to get there by public transportation (namely buses). I went there by hiring a private car with a driver for the entire day. In the late afternoon, I also stopped by Summer Palace before returning to my hotel. Paid the driver at the end of the trip.