Private Jinshanling and Simatai Great Wall with Gubei Water Town

Beijing, China
Duration10h - 11h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Join us to escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the Jinshanling Great Wall and Simatai Great Wall, China's most iconic and well-preserved sections.

Morning: Jinshanling Great Wall
Built under General Qi Jiguang, a Ming military hero, Jinshanling was strategic stronghold against northern invasions. Its design reflects advanced defensive tactics with Multi-layered Defense and Signal Tower System.

Afternoon: Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall
Nestled at the foothills of the Simatai Great Wall in Beijing's Miyun District, Gubei Water Town is a meticulously restored ancient town that blends northern Chinese charm with the romantic aesthetics of 'Jiangnan' style water villages.
Unlike commercialized sections like Badging, Simatai remains relatively quiet, offering a more intimate and reflective experience.

Photographer's Paradise: Capture the Wall's dramatic curves and untouched beauty, especially sunset.

What's included

  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • All fees and Taxes
  • Entrance ticket to Gubei Water Town
  • Jinshanling Great Wall entrance fee with round trip shuttle bus and cable car tickets
  • Private English-speaking guide
  • Entrance ticket to Simatai Great Wall
  • Private car and driver
  • Round trip shuttle bus and cable car ticket to Simatai Great Wall
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. 2h 30m
    Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby or meeting point with a sign with lead traveler's name. Then drive to Jinshanling Great Wall.
  2. Jinshanling Great Wall
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Walk 2-3 hours along Jinshanling's restored and wild sections. Explore hidden watchtowers, learn Wall history, and take leisurely photos.
  3. Jinshanling Great Wall
    30m
    Drive to Gubei Water Town
  4. Gubei Water Town
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Stroll through a picturesque canal town inspired by traditional Jiangan( southern China) architecture, featuring cobblestone lanes, arched stone bridges, and tranquil waterways.
  5. Simatai Great Wall
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Hike one of the most authentic and less-crowded sections of the Great WlL, renowned for its steep slopes, original Ming Dynasty architecture, and UNESCO World Heritage status.
  6. Gubei Water Town
    2h 30m
    Return to Beijing with hotel drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby or meeting point with a sign with lead traveler's name.

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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