2 Days Gubei Water Town & Simatai Night Great Wall Tour

In the morning, your tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to Gubei Water Town, a themed resort by picturesque canals, offers a tranquil escape reminiscent of the Southern Yangtze River water towns. As you stroll along the stone-paved streets, you can admire the serene lake views, ancient stone bridges, beautiful pavilions, and traditional northern Chinese architecture. Attractions such as Sima Brewery, Dyeing House, Yinghua Academy, Yang Wudi Ancestral Hall, and Zhenyuan Bodyguard Bureau invite further exploration. Additionally, climbing to the hilltop church rewards you with a breathtaking panoramic view of the town.After dinner, your guide will accompany you to the Simatai Great Wall, which will be illuminated along the mountain ridge. You'll take the cable car up to the wall to enjoy the stunning night views. Currently, only the section between Watchtowers No.5 and No.6 is open for night tours. You'll spend about an hour on the wall before taking the cable car back down and checking into your hotel in Gubei Water Town. If visiting between May and early-September, you might catch a breathtaking sunset over the Great Wall if the weather permits.

The evening is yours to enjoy at leisure in the charming Gubei Water Town. Depending on the season, you may experience water shows and drone performances.

Optional Activities: If you're interested, engage in activities in Gubei Water Town, such as brewing, dyeing, crossbow shooting, or paper-making.

In the morning, your tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel and drive you to Jinshanling Great Wall, which is about a 30-minute drive from Gubei Water Town. Known as one of the best-preserved and most picturesque sections of the Great Wall, it features in steep mountains and dense, ornate towers. This section is a paradise for hiking enthusiasts and photographers.

From the entrance of the scenic area, you'll walk about 20 minutes to Zhuanduo Tower. Then, start your hike eastward along the undulating wall winding through stunning and remote mountainous terrain. The essential hiking route from Zhuanduokou to Big Jinshan Tower is renowned for its beauty and is considered the most picturesque section of the Jinshanling Great Wall, taking approximately 2.5 hours to complete. During your hike, you’ll encounter several notable towers: General Tower, Small Jinshan Tower, and finally Big Jinshan Tower. Each of these towers features distinctive architectural elements and offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscape and the wall itself. After the sightseeing experience at Big Jinshan Tower, hike back to Small Jinshan Tower and take a cable car down.

For Hiking Enthusiasts: The above hiking route is suitable for various ages and fitness levels. If you're looking for a more challenging hike, let your travel consultant know so they can tailor the route to your preferences and physical condition. For a longer hike, consider continuing from Big Jinshan Tower to Houchuankou (about an hour) to view the unrestored section or to East Wuyan Tower (approximately two hours) to fully explore the unrestored Great Wall before descending on foot.

After the sightseeing, you will drive back to Beijing and catch your flight or train to your next destination.

Beijing Extension Travel Ideas: Beijing connects directly to popular destinations in China via flights and high-speed trains, including Xian, Shanghai, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Chengdu, Huangshan, Hangzhou, and Pingyao. Contact us to customize your China tour and maximize your stay.