Beijing Gubei Water Town & Simatai Great Wall Night Tour
Overview
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Embark on an unforgettable evening escape from Beijing to the lantern-lit canals of Gubei Water Town and the rugged ramparts of Simatai Great Wall under the stars. Departing at 2:30 PM, you’ll travel in a private luxury vehicle with a dedicated English-speaking guide and chauffeur, arriving just as the sun dips below the horizon. Experience free nightly drone shows choreographed to music and thrilling acrobatics performances beside the Great Wall. Try your hand at traditional crafts—kite-making, paper-cutting, or fabric-dyeing—or, in winter months, unwind in natural hot springs. Return to your Beijing hotel by 10:30 PM, refreshed and inspired. Perfect for young couples, families, and anyone craving a taste of Chinese heritage after dark.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Gubei Water Town
Luxury Door-to-Door Transport: Depart your Beijing hotel at 2:30 PM in a plush, air-conditioned SUV or sedan. Enjoy complimentary bottled water and Wi-Fi en route, arriving refreshed for an immersive evening. Private English-Licensed Guide: A certified guide fluent in English will share insider stories about the Ming-Dynasty water town, Simatai’s dragon-back ridges, and the legends behind every lantern-lit alley. Gubei Water Town by Lantern Light: Wander cobblestone streets draped in red lanterns, explore artisan shops, and savor local snacks. Optional hands-on workshops let you craft your own kite, intricate paper-cut, or hand-dyed textile keepsake.
Simatai Great Wall
Simatai Great Wall Under the Stars: Hike a scenic section of Simatai’s illuminated wall. Watch a spectacular drone light show painting the night sky above the towers, followed by a free acrobatics performance on the ramparts. Seasonal Hot Springs (Winter Only): In colder months, soak in nearby natural hot springs—an extra-cost add-on you can book on-site—to warm up before heading back to Beijing. Smooth Return by 11:30 PM: After a full evening of culture, craft, and spectacle, relax on the drive back, arriving at your hotel by 11:30 PM.
Options
Beijing Gubei Water Town & Simatai Great Wall Night Tour
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private driver
Bottled water
Tolls, gas, parking fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
English Tour Guide
Combo ticket(Gubei water town+Simatai+Round trip cable car)
Recommend for good service
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
THE BEST GUIDE IN BEIJING
aattard97,Sep 18, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Larry was an amazing guide, driver and photographer and was filled with information to share! Larry can also take you off the common tourist hotspots to get away from the busy areas and long lines, meaning you get to see the best bits of China, and more of it! He was super patient, and the best part of the day was learning about all that China and it’s people have to offer. 100000% recommended! Stop looking, Larry is your man!
What a incredible great wall picnic tour
Catherine P,Jun 6, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I have looked for tours on tripadvisor finaly I found Larry to arrange our tour for my wife and I to experience the Great Wall. We chose Larry because he had great reviews and he lived up to them. We booked a sunset tour and it was worth every penny. The price was reasonable and Larry is a kind, knowledgeable AND also a very good singer!He sang an English song (stay) for us on the wall and it was so heartwarming. made us heart warming was really nice. Fantastic tour service, highly recommend!!!
Sunsets to die for!
Sahra H,Jun 5, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Larry is an amazing driver and guide. He took extra time to plan and prepare an amazing anniversary surprise. I never realized something as simple as a picnic on the Great Wall could be so special and heartwarming. Special thanks to Larry for being so kind and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this tour.
Larry is an excellent tour guide!! Awesome picnic tour on wild wall
Leila H,Jun 3, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fantastic! Thanks to our tour guide Larry. What made our trip memorable was that we not only saw and climbed the Great Wall but we had a one of a kind experience!
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