Beijing & Pan Long Trail

Meeting at the airport followed by a transfer to the hotel in Beijing. Based on the group's flight itinerary, we will incorporate an afternoon activity and a welcome dinner for the group. Night in Beijing: Howard Johnson Paragon Hotel****

After breakfast, we'll spend the morning discovering Beijing by bicycle, one of the best ways to experience the city's unique blend of ancient history and modern life. We'll ride through historic neighborhoods, traditional hutongs and some of the capital's most iconic areas. After our morning exploration, we'll have lunch before departing for the Great Wall region. Upon arrival at Gubeikou Water Town, we'll head out for a night visit to the Great Wall at Simatai, the only section illuminated after dark. The idea is to test the terrain and experience the Wall under the stars. Night at the Great Wall: Gubeikou Water Town

An activation involving plenty of walking, terrain reconnaissance and lots of photos at one of the wonders of the modern world. In the afternoon we'll hold the race briefing, where we'll go over the entire course in detail along with nutritional recommendations and strategies to achieve our big goal. Night at the Great Wall: Gubeikou Water Town

We start with a shake-out run in the race area and enjoy a coffee and breakfast with the running community. Afterwards we'll set up a few activities that will be dictated by the locals. Then we'll head back to the hotel and rest for the big day. Our private race briefing will be held at 17:30. Night at the Great Wall: Gubeikou Hotel

This is what we came for. The race begins. It's a demanding event, with technical terrain and steep ascents and descents; but no one can dispute the privilege of competing in one of the most extraordinary places on Earth. After the race, we'll relax at our hotel, located about 200 meters from the finish line. Night at the Great Wall: Gubeikou Hotel

After breakfast, we say goodbye to Beijing and to this extraordinary journey through China. We transfer to the airport for our return flights, our hearts full of the landscapes, stories and unforgettable moments we've shared together. Until we meet again!