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The Great Wall of China at sunset with mountains in the background. 1
A person in traditional attire sitting by a waterway with a bridge and buildings in the background. 2
A stone bridge with a pagoda in the background. 3
A section of the Great Wall of China with stone walls and watchtowers. 4
A stone pathway leading up a steep hill, surrounded by greenery and ancient ruins. 5
By Jingjian Travel

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Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €7 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Two famous locations for cultural experiences around Beijing are the Simatai area of the Great Wall and Gubei Water Town.You'll be visiting both these locations, exploring their landscapes, and learning about their past and significance to Chinese culture.Starting in Gubei Water Town, you'll see the famous Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir that holds the water flowing through the town itself.Admire the northern architectural style of its carefully preserved old buildings, standing in elegance and full of street shows, before proceeding to the next destination close by.
    Against Gubei Water Town's lake is the Simatai area of the iconic Great Wall of China.This UNESCO World Heritage site has been partially restored, allowing you to climb up upon the battlements to take in the marvellous views of the jagged mountains and their greenery.The view changes throughout the seasons, casting new colours with every visit.Your tour ends back in city centre Beijing at the drop off.

Activity location

  • Gubei Water Town
    • Simatai villege, Gubeikou town
    • Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Shaoyaoju
    • 100101, Chaoyang, Beijing, China

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

Check availability

Direct bus no tickets

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

No admission fee included: This option only includes the cost of the return bus ride.This option does not include the entrance ticket for the scenic

Language options: English
Price details
€7.18 x 2 Adults€14.36
Total
Price is €14.36
Until Sun, 8 Nov

Day Tour gubei & simatai

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

with other tourists by bus.: You will travel to the scenic spot together with other tourists by bus.

Language options: English
Price details
€26.92 x 2 Adults€53.84
Total
Price is €53.84
Until Sun, 8 Nov

2-person private tour group

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

It's an entirely private trip

Language options: English
Price details
€197.43 x 2 Adults€394.86
Total
Price is €394.86
Until Sun, 8 Nov

3-person private tour group

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

It's an entirely private trip: The prices are all unit prices. Several people take several copies.This option does not include a tour guide.

Language options: English
Price details
€247.68 x 2 Adults€495.36
Total
Price is €495.36
Until Sun, 8 Nov

4-person private tour no EG

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

It's an entirely private trip: Duration: 10 hours，This option does not include a guide.The price is the unit price. Please bid for four copies.

Language options: English
Price details
€272.81 x 2 Adults€545.62
Total
Price is €545.62
Until Sun, 8 Nov

5-person private tour no G

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Private tour no English guide: It's an entirely private trip without other guests.The price is the unit price. You need to bid for 5 copies.

Language options: English
Price details
€349.99 x 2 Adults€699.98
Total
Price is €699.98
Until Sun, 8 Nov

7-14person private tour no EG

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Gubei & Simatai Private tour: It's an entirely private trip without other guests.The prices are all unit prices.This option does not include a tour guide.

Language options: English
Price details
€628.18 x 2 Adults€1,256.36
Total
Price is €1,256.36
Until Sun, 8 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Admission tickets to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei water town
  • Inclusions
    English-speaking guide
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned bus
  • Exclusions
    personal expense
  • Exclusions
    Cable car
  • Exclusions
    Insurance
  • Exclusions
    Lunch
  • Exclusions
    Accommodation

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Gubei Water Town

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Gubei Water Town perfectly blends the gentleness of Jiangnan’s water towns with the grandeur of northern mountains. Visitors can stroll through the ancient town and look up to admire the Simatai Great Wall winding along the mountain ridges—the only section of the Great Wall that retains its original Ming Dynasty architecture. At night, when the Great Wall is illuminated, its lights intertwine with the glow of the town, creating a truly spectacular scene.

Simatai Great Wall

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
The Simatai section of the Great Wall is one of the few sections to retain the original appearance of the Great Wall. It’s very varied in makeup. Simatai has many characteristics of other Great Wall sections, and some unique features of its own. It's the only section opened for a night tour.

Location

Activity location

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    Gubei Water Town
    • Simatai villege, Gubeikou town
    • Beijing, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Shaoyaoju
    • 100101, Chaoyang, Beijing, China
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Guomao station
    • 100020, Chaoyang, Beijing, China

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