I have truly enjoyed each and every trip that I have taken to see the Great Wall, but I think you must match the place you go to with your expectations.

If you want to see the Great Wall in the easy way, go to Badaling where the Wall has been restored and is very easy to access >> TOTALLY touristy!!!

If you want something more authentic, go to e.g. Simatai or Jinshanling where things are less touristy (and in my opinion much more beautiful), but where you have a much more rough trip ahead of you ;o)