Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall Private Day Tour

5.00

5.0(42 reviews)

Private Tour

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Gubei Water Town surrounds the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir and leans against the Simatai Great Wall, the most dangerous and majestic section of the entire Great Wall.

Please note:

1. Our team is the No.1 provider on Tripadvisor in Beijing area. We have got more than 600 5-star reviews from customers. We are honest, reliable and trustworthy.

2. The drivers may speak no English. But they are professional and they do this job everyday. They will communicate with you by translation APP.

3. Drivers can pick you up from any hotels within 5th Ring Road. But If your pick up location is near Daxing airport, you need to pay a bit more.

4. The cost includes gas、tolls、parking fees.

5. This is a 9-hour tour. If you need more time, you need to pay a bit more.

6. Please contact me by whatsapp or leave your whatsapp number, I will let you know more details.

No tickets and meals including.

No hidden fees.

No shopping stops.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Gubei Water Town

Gubei Water Town surrounds the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir and leans against the Simatai Great Wall, the most dangerous and majestic section of the entire Great Wall. Regarded as 'Wuzhen in Beijing', Gubei Water Town boasts a combination of mountains, water and ancient villages. Most buildings are reconstructed in the traditional courtyard style. Based on five ancient villages and a water resource, this water town has developed into a large-scale sightseeing and holiday destination.

3 hours • Admission Not Included

Simatai Great Wall

The Simatai Great Wall(司马台长城 Sīmǎtái Chángchéng) is largely in its original state, as it has not undergone much renovation like other sections near Beijing.It is situated in Miyun County, 120 kilometers (74.5 miles) northwest of downtown Beijing.This particular section, built in the early Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), is 4.5 kilometers (2.8 miles) long, with the Jinshanling Great Wall to the west. It is really a tough hike to climb the wall, but it is enormously rewarding.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Options

Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall Private Day Tour

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel and airport pickup

Meals

Gratuity to the driver

Entry Tickets and Cable Car and Shuttle Bus

English speaking driver and tour guide

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

42 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic and seamless day
hayleyl548,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our experience was great and seamless. Our driver was really helpful and efficient. The town visit was amazing, and the unrestored part of the Great Wall was incredible. Overall, a great trip out.
Beautiful and tranquil town
ChillaxGal,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We got a personal driver to drive us from beijing to Gubei and return the next day..driver is v friendly, we chatted quite a bit as we can speak Mandarin..he is early on both legs to wait for us, and we communicate easily via WeChat on pickup points. Highly recommend Gubei, stay at least 1 night else it's not enough.
Best service
Paradise20382253077,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Benny is very friendly. He provided one of the best rate among those I have checked. Driver is on time and polite. He helps to fit 5 of us and 5 luggages into a 7 seater car. No deposit was required and payment after trip completed. Highly recommend!
We had an amazing time...
Ariella F,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing time both in the town and at the great wall. Our driver was polite and friendly. When we arrived, we spent about 2 hours in the town because there is so much to see. Lots of shops restaurants and it is scenic and beautiful. We loved the great wall. But you only need 1 hour or so up there. That means there is ample time to explore the town (you must!). You can also take the cable car which was a gorgeous ride up the mountain. We took a boat ride to get to the cable car. Everything is self explanatory and easy.
The best part of our trip!
ariellaf2018,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful time at the town and great wall! Honestly, this is the way to go because other parts of the wall are so overcrowded, but we felt like some of the only people on this part. The town was amazing with plenty to do! The tour was self guided, but it was very easy to get around ourselves. We took a boat ride through the town to the cable car. Then the cable car up to the great wall. The cable car ride is a must do! Spend time in the town as well, so many cute shops and cats. This was the highlight of our trip so far. Our driver was wonderful!
Brilliant service
SharonR1865,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We have spent 4 days with Benny and his drivers, our itinerary was put together for us perfectly. The communications and arrangements were great. I would definitely recommend if you are travelling to China. It takes all the hassle and worries away as everything is arranged for you! Thanks so much. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Very responsive and dependable company
HappyFeet25,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Gubei is not the star attraction but Simatai is n should not be missed especially the year round night tour. We have to thank Benny and his driver for bringing us there and back to Beijing safely. Benny was v responsive and His driver was also v patient n stick to the road speed. Great experience using him.
Excellent experience in small
arianat589,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Su was a great guide! Extremely attentive and ready to help, took us fruit, water, stopped for us to pick up food on the way. We highly recommend the experience.
Good service
O4070PUangelaw,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We used their service for the airport pick up and 3 days private tours with English tour guide (Cindy). Services were very good. I will definitely use the service when I visit different cities in china. Thanks
Avoid more crowded Great Wall options and discover the charmingly romantic Gubei Water Town
LightPacker32179,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Visited the wall first. Would have walked but did not start early enough to have the time, so took the round trip cable car. No crowds at all and fantastic views. Then wandered through charming Gubei water town as the golden hour lent the mountains a glorious golden glow. As it got dark the town became even more magical as we wound our way to the exit. Our driver got our tickets and explained everything clearly with his phone translator. highly recommend this tour. It was easily the best tour we had while in Beijing.

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Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall Private Day Tour

5.00

5.0(42 reviews)

Private Tour

Mobile ticket

Show all 10 photos

Overview

Mobile ticket

Gubei Water Town surrounds the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir and leans against the Simatai Great Wall, the most dangerous and majestic section of the entire Great Wall.

Please note:

1. Our team is the No.1 provider on Tripadvisor in Beijing area. We have got more than 600 5-star reviews from customers. We are honest, reliable and trustworthy.

2. The drivers may speak no English. But they are professional and they do this job everyday. They will communicate with you by translation APP.

3. Drivers can pick you up from any hotels within 5th Ring Road. But If your pick up location is near Daxing airport, you need to pay a bit more.

4. The cost includes gas、tolls、parking fees.

5. This is a 9-hour tour. If you need more time, you need to pay a bit more.

6. Please contact me by whatsapp or leave your whatsapp number, I will let you know more details.

No tickets and meals including.

No hidden fees.

No shopping stops.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Gubei Water Town

3 hours • Admission Not Included

Simatai Great Wall

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Options

Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall Private Day Tour

Pickup included

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Bottled water

Air-conditioned vehicle

Hotel and airport pickup

Meals

Gratuity to the driver

Entry Tickets and Cable Car and Shuttle Bus

English speaking driver and tour guide

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

5.00

42 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic and seamless day
hayleyl548,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our experience was great and seamless. Our driver was really helpful and efficient. The town visit was amazing, and the unrestored part of the Great Wall was incredible. Overall, a great trip out.
Beautiful and tranquil town
ChillaxGal,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We got a personal driver to drive us from beijing to Gubei and return the next day..driver is v friendly, we chatted quite a bit as we can speak Mandarin..he is early on both legs to wait for us, and we communicate easily via WeChat on pickup points. Highly recommend Gubei, stay at least 1 night else it's not enough.
Best service
Paradise20382253077,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Benny is very friendly. He provided one of the best rate among those I have checked. Driver is on time and polite. He helps to fit 5 of us and 5 luggages into a 7 seater car. No deposit was required and payment after trip completed. Highly recommend!
We had an amazing time...
Ariella F,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an amazing time both in the town and at the great wall. Our driver was polite and friendly. When we arrived, we spent about 2 hours in the town because there is so much to see. Lots of shops restaurants and it is scenic and beautiful. We loved the great wall. But you only need 1 hour or so up there. That means there is ample time to explore the town (you must!). You can also take the cable car which was a gorgeous ride up the mountain. We took a boat ride to get to the cable car. Everything is self explanatory and easy.
The best part of our trip!
ariellaf2018,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a wonderful time at the town and great wall! Honestly, this is the way to go because other parts of the wall are so overcrowded, but we felt like some of the only people on this part. The town was amazing with plenty to do! The tour was self guided, but it was very easy to get around ourselves. We took a boat ride through the town to the cable car. Then the cable car up to the great wall. The cable car ride is a must do! Spend time in the town as well, so many cute shops and cats. This was the highlight of our trip so far. Our driver was wonderful!
Brilliant service
SharonR1865,Jan 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We have spent 4 days with Benny and his drivers, our itinerary was put together for us perfectly. The communications and arrangements were great. I would definitely recommend if you are travelling to China. It takes all the hassle and worries away as everything is arranged for you! Thanks so much. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Very responsive and dependable company
HappyFeet25,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Gubei is not the star attraction but Simatai is n should not be missed especially the year round night tour. We have to thank Benny and his driver for bringing us there and back to Beijing safely. Benny was v responsive and His driver was also v patient n stick to the road speed. Great experience using him.
Excellent experience in small
arianat589,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Su was a great guide! Extremely attentive and ready to help, took us fruit, water, stopped for us to pick up food on the way. We highly recommend the experience.
Good service
O4070PUangelaw,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We used their service for the airport pick up and 3 days private tours with English tour guide (Cindy). Services were very good. I will definitely use the service when I visit different cities in china. Thanks
Avoid more crowded Great Wall options and discover the charmingly romantic Gubei Water Town
LightPacker32179,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Visited the wall first. Would have walked but did not start early enough to have the time, so took the round trip cable car. No crowds at all and fantastic views. Then wandered through charming Gubei water town as the golden hour lent the mountains a glorious golden glow. As it got dark the town became even more magical as we wound our way to the exit. Our driver got our tickets and explained everything clearly with his phone translator. highly recommend this tour. It was easily the best tour we had while in Beijing.