Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesChinese, Chinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Visiting Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall is an exhilarating experience that takes you back in time to ancient China. The picturesque water town with its traditional architecture and charming canals provides a peaceful and serene atmosphere, while the rugged beauty of the Simatai Great Wall offers a thrilling adventure.
Walking along the ancient walls and climbing the steep steps, you can feel the history and grandeur of this iconic landmark. The panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys are breathtaking, and you can't help but marvel at the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the ancient Chinese builders.
Exploring the narrow alleyways of Gubei Water Town, you can immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the region. From sampling local delicacies to browsing through traditional handicrafts, there is so much to see and do in this charming town.
What's included
Private air-conditioned vehicle & driver
Two bottles of water per person per day
Lunch
Breakfast
Admission fee
Private English-speaking guide
Gratuities to guides and drivers (option)
Personal expenses
What to expect
Day 1: Downtown Beijing - Mutianyu Great Wall - Simatai Great Wall (Gubei Water Town)
Mutianyu Great Wall
6h · Admission ticket included
At about 8:30 am in the morning, your driver or English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby. Drive about 1.5 hours to the Great Wall at Mutianyu section. You will take a cable car（own expenses）to get up to the Great Wall and do some hiking for around 2 hours according to your physical condition. Afterward, get down by cable car and then head for Gubei Water Town by another 2 hours' drive.
Check into the hotel after arriving at the water town and have a rest. Around 8:00 pm, your driver or guide will escort you to take a cable car up to Simatai Great Wall to enjoy the night views. Only towers 5 and 6 are open to tourists for the night tour, as these two towers are comparatively flat and safe at night. The trip will last about 1 hour. After that, get down and return to the hotel.
Day 2: Gubei Water Town - Downtown Beijing
Gubei Water Town
6h · Admission ticket included
After breakfast at your hotel, you could have a walk around the water town with your guide and will have a chance to make kites or learn bandhnu at your own expense. In the afternoon, drive about 2.5 hours back to Beijing. You will arrive at Beijing at about 5:00pm.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pick up at Hotel in Beijing downtown.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A maximum of 15 people per booking
For any special requirements regarding your tour, such as extra sightseeing or additional days, please contact your travel consultant to check the availability & the specific cost after payment
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
