Experience a hassle-free and convenient private transfer from Beijing to the Gubeikou Section of the Great Wall. Avoid crowds and traffic as you explore this historic landmark with the help of a reliable driver. Optional private guide available.
Departing from your hotel in Beijing in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to the Great Wall at Gubeikou Section. Choose your start time between 6am to 12:00, but this can be flexible as well. The journey from Beijing to Gubeikou Great Wall will take about 2 hours.
Upon your arrival, your driver will show you where to purchase the tickets and where he will waiting for you, then you can start to spend some quality time on the Great Wall of Gueikou, enjoy the freedom and flexibility to explore around on your own. When you are ready, your driver will take you back to your hotel in Beijing safely. Of course, you can add-on a friendly guide service upon booking, your guide will hike the Great Wall with you, tell the histories and stories along the way, take photos for you during the day.
Centuries ago, Gubeikou was a strategic pass which provided much needed access to Inner Mongolia and northeast China. Wars were common to gain control of this point and continued until the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911). Remnants of past battles can be seen on some of the broken bricks and stones. The Gubeikou Great Wall has never been reconstructed. This section stretching for about 25 miles (40 kilometers), there are 172 watchtowers, 14 beacon towers, 16 passes, 3 water passes, 3 barbicans, and 6 fortresses along it.
Please note:
1: You will travel in either an air-conditioned sedan (for 1 to 3 people) or an air-conditioned minivan (for 4 to 9 people) or an air-conditioned minibus (10-15 people)
2: This is a self-guided tour. If you need an English speaking tour guide with the additional cost, please add it on “Special requirement” field when make booking.
3: We cannot guarantee an English-speaking driver. Due to their availability, you may have a Chinese speaking driver, but they know exactly where to pick you up and where to drop you off. Guest can use their phone to call local operator if need during the ride.
Points of Interest
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The Great Wall of Gubeikou
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Beijing Driver Guide Service
- Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off within Beijing’s 4th ring road
- Bottled water included
- Exclusive round-trip private transfer
- All fuel surcharges covered
- Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entrance fee
Enjoy a private vehicle and trusty chauffeur for your trip to the Gubeikou Section of the Great Wall. This ensures a stress-free and comfortable experience while avoiding crowds and traffic. From your Beijing hotel, you will be driven directly to the Gubeikou Section using the expressway. Your driver will guide you to the ticket counter and inform you of their wait location. After your self-conducted exploration of the Great Wall, your driver will transport you back to your hotel in the city of Beijing. Should you prefer a private guide to provide historical context and stories, you can choose to include a guide and transfer service when you book.
- Please wear comfortable hiking shoes
- If need an English speaking driver, please make this request upon booking. Otherwise, you may have a Chinese speaking driver for the service who also knows exactly where to take you. You will be offered a local phone to use to speak the English operator anytime on the road
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
