Experience the must-see sites of Beijing, featuring the Simatai Great Wall and Gubei water town with its stunning nighttime view, on this personalized, self-guided day tour from Beijing.
Your trip begins and ends with convenient pick-up and drop-off from your centrally located Beijing hotel.
Experience the must-see sites of Beijing, featuring the Simatai Great Wall and Gubei water town with its stunning nighttime view, on this personalized, self-guided day tour from Beijing.
Your trip begins and ends with convenient pick-up and drop-off from your centrally located Beijing hotel.
At 12:30 pm, your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby to take you to the Simatai Great Wall, a journey of approximately 2.5 hours covering 150 km.
The Simatai Great Wall is renowned for its steep and unique features, making it a favorite among all sections of the Great Wall. You will walk from Tower 1 to Tower 10 along the eastern section. Be…
At 12:30 pm, your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby to take you to the Simatai Great Wall, a journey of approximately 2.5 hours covering 150 km.
The Simatai Great Wall is renowned for its steep and unique features, making it a favorite among all sections of the Great Wall. You will walk from Tower 1 to Tower 10 along the eastern section. Be prepared for a physically demanding walk, especially in the steeper areas!
The path to the first two towers is long but gentle, making it relatively easy to access. However, beyond this point, the wall ascends, and the stairs become steep and rugged, requiring occasional hand support for climbing. The strong winds add to the challenge. As you ascend, the path becomes steeper, but upon reaching the tenth tower, the effort is rewarding. Looking back, you will see the wall winding along the mountain ranges, resembling a giant dragon. The rugged stairs and ancient towers stand resilient against the strong winds, narrating tales of the country’s rich history. The section beyond the tenth watchtower is closed to visitors due to safety concerns and ongoing renovations.
Next, take a cable car to Gubei Water Town. The newly constructed Gubei Water Town (Beijing Wtown) at the mountain’s base adds elegance and charm to the wall. In the late afternoon, enjoy leisure time in the Water Town, where you can have dinner at your own pace. After dinner, take a stroll around the town. The water town at night is truly enchanting, as it and the Great Wall create a magnificent view, blending the gentle beauty of southern China’s water towns with the grandeur of northern China’s rivers and mountains. If possible, consider renting a small boat to drift down the stream, taking in the night views on both sides. The water town at night is splendid, offering a timeless experience reminiscent of a fairy tale.
Finally, you will return to your hotel with a comfortable transfer, concluding your memorable day trip.
Points of Interest
- Yangshuo Private Tour-Day Tour
- Private car with a bilingual driver
- Costs for driver and car included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private car with a bilingual driver
- Costs for driver and car included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- The entrance tickets and meals
- The entrance tickets and meals
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The driver don’t speaking English, but with the phone translate app talking with you if needed
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The driver don’t speaking English, but with the phone translate app talking with you if needed
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.