Experience the unique Simatai Great Wall at night and explore the charming Gubei Water Town on this private trip. Enjoy a hassle-free journey with an English-speaking driver and immerse yourself in the beauty of these iconic attractions near Beijing.
Experience the unique Simatai Great Wall at night and explore the charming Gubei Water Town on this private trip. Enjoy a hassle-free journey with an English-speaking driver and immerse yourself in the beauty of these iconic attractions near Beijing.
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Linda Beijing Tour Car Service - Experience a visit to Gubeikou Watertown and Simatai Great Wall with a private car and driver. Pick-up is available from your hotel in Beijing, Beijing Capital Airport, or Beijing train station.
The Simatai Great Wall offers both day and night sessions. Daytime ticket checks begin at 10:00 am and end at 4:10 pm,…
- Linda Beijing Tour Car Service - Experience a visit to Gubeikou Watertown and Simatai Great Wall with a private car and driver. Pick-up is available from your hotel in Beijing, Beijing Capital Airport, or Beijing train station.
The Simatai Great Wall offers both day and night sessions. Daytime ticket checks begin at 10:00 am and end at 4:10 pm, with access to watchtowers from East 1 to East 10. The nighttime session starts ticket checks at 6:00 pm and ends at 9:30 pm, with access limited to East 5 to East 8. Please select your departure time based on your preferences.
A daily drone show takes place after dark. The performance schedule may vary, and the viewing area is Riyuedao Square (Sun Moon Island Square). It may be canceled temporarily due to severe weather or airspace restrictions.
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Gubei Water Town - Located in the north of Beijing, approximately 145 km from downtown, it takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes by car. Gubei Water Town combines the solemnity of a northern ancient town with the elegance of a southern Yangtze River water town. The architecture features two-story wooden structures with blue bricks and gray tiles, built along the water with numerous bridges and channels, showcasing a unique “small South of the North” style.
Gubei Water Town offers a rowing program on the Tanghe River, allowing you to enjoy the scenic views on both sides. At night, the town is beautifully illuminated, with the water town and Great Wall enhancing each other. Enjoy activities like drone performances and a musical fountain for a unique night tour experience. When you’re tired, visit Longfengchi Hot Spring in Gubei Water Town to soak your feet, helping you relax physically and mentally, and relieve fatigue. -
Simatai Great Wall - The Simatai Great Wall stretches from Wangjing Tower in the east to Houchuankou in the west, covering a total length of 5.7 kilometers. The open section extends from Tower 1 to Tower 10 in the eastern part of the Simatai Reservoir, featuring 10 watchtowers.
The Simatai Great Wall resembles a giant dragon winding through the towering peaks. From the Great Wall, enjoy views of lush, tiered mountains and the stunning lake and mountain scenery. Choose to climb on foot to experience the majesty and steepness of the Great Wall, or take a cable car for an aerial view of the entire Great Wall and the surrounding landscape. Additionally, a night tour of the Simatai Great Wall offers the dazzling lights of Gubei Water Town and the enchanting night view of the Great Wall under the starry sky.
- Beijing - After visiting Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall, your driver will return you to your location.

- Bottled water
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver speaking basic English
- Bottled water
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Driver speaking basic English
- Tour guide
- Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town Entrance Ticket
- Simatai Great Wall cable car ticket
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Tour guide
- Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town Entrance Ticket
- Simatai Great Wall cable car ticket
- Meals
- Gratuities
The Simatai Great Wall is the sole ancient architectural site in China that maintains the original look of the Ming Dynasty, earning the title of “Original Great Wall” from UNESCO. It was added to the World Heritage List in 1987, embodying deep historical and cultural significance, allowing visitors to genuinely experience the Ming Dynasty’s Great Wall…
The Simatai Great Wall is the sole ancient architectural site in China that maintains the original look of the Ming Dynasty, earning the title of “Original Great Wall” from UNESCO. It was added to the World Heritage List in 1987, embodying deep historical and cultural significance, allowing visitors to genuinely experience the Ming Dynasty’s Great Wall style.
Gubei Water Town is nestled against the Simatai Great Wall, where the imposing and steep Great Wall and the elegant water town complement each other, creating a distinctive landscape. Whether viewing the Great Wall from the water town or gazing over the water town from the Great Wall, visitors can enjoy an exceptional visual experience.
Highlights
• Traveling by private car saves time, offering ease and comfort
• High flexibility and convenience
• Comfortable and private space ensures privacy
• Assistance with ticket reservations
- Instant Confirmation - You will receive a confirmation email immediately after successful booking
- Save time: there is no need to change between public transportation, and routes can be planned according to the opening hours of scenic spots and traffic conditions, so as to maximize travel time.
- Comfortable and at ease: You don’t need to squeeze in a vehicle with others. The interior of the car provides a private and quiet environment. You can freely adjust your seat, take a rest, or enjoy the scenery along the way, which helps relieve the fatigue of the journey.
- Arrange the stopover time freely: A flexible departure time also means that you can arrange the stopover time during the journey freely. You don’t have to be bound by the public transportation schedule, and you can freely decide how long to stroll and enjoy the scenery, as well as how much time to spend taking photos as mementos.
- Children Under 5 years old are free to join
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.