Visiting Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall is an exhilarating experience that takes you back in time to ancient China. The picturesque water town with its traditional architecture and charming canals provides a peaceful and serene atmosphere, while the rugged beauty of the Simatai Great Wall offers a thrilling adventure.
Walking along the ancient walls and climbing the steep steps, you can feel the history and grandeur of this iconic landmark. The panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys are breathtaking, and you can't help but marvel at the ingenuity and craftsmanship of the ancient Chinese builders.
Exploring the narrow alleyways of Gubei Water Town, you can immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of the region. From sampling local delicacies to browsing through traditional handicrafts, there is so much to see and do in this charming town.
We pick up at Hotel in Beijing downtown.
At about 8:30 am in the morning, your driver or English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel lobby. Drive about 1.5 hours to the Great Wall at Mutianyu section. You will take a cable car(own expenses)to get up to the Great Wall and do some hiking for around 2 hours according to your physical condition. Afterward, get down by cable car and then head for Gubei Water Town by another 2 hours' drive. Check into the hotel after arriving at the water town and have a rest. Around 8:00 pm, your driver or guide will escort you to take a cable car up to Simatai Great Wall to enjoy the night views. Only towers 5 and 6 are open to tourists for the night tour, as these two towers are comparatively flat and safe at night. The trip will last about 1 hour. After that, get down and return to the hotel.
After breakfast at your hotel, you could have a walk around the water town with your guide and will have a chance to make kites or learn bandhnu at your own expense. In the afternoon, drive about 2.5 hours back to Beijing. You will arrive at Beijing at about 5:00pm.
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