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Gubei Water Town in Beijing at night during winter, with snow-covered traditional houses illuminated along the river, and distant Simatai Great Wall mountains creating a romantic fairy-tale ambiance.
Stunning sunrise or sunset view of Simatai Great Wall in Beijing, with majestic watchtowers on a sky-painted ridge, showcasing magnificent historical ruins and spectacular natural scenery.
Simatai Great Wall in Beijing winding through rolling mountains, with ancient walls and watchtowers appearing even more weathered and magnificent under the sunlight, showcasing the grandeur of Chinese cultural heritage.
Spectacular winter night scene at Gubei Water Town in Beijing, featuring a giant illuminated Christmas tree and a drone light show spelling out 'Gubei Water Town' in the night sky, creating a festive, dreamy atmosphere.
Panoramic view of Gubei Water Town in Beijing at dusk, with ancient buildings stretching along the river illuminated by lights, and distant mountains bathed in a splendid sunset glow, showcasing the unique charm of a northern water town.

[China] Beijing Beijing Wtown & Simatai Shared/Private Day Tour

China-Beijing , Miyun District
4.7Excellent
Sold 200+
Booking confirmation: within 3 days before the departure
Duration:9 hour(s)
Guided language: English / 中文
No cancellation

Discover not just the moon, but a fairy tale world in Gubei Water Town this winter. Step out of your bubble and experience the magic firsthand!

  • Ensure health safety with vehicle disinfection post-pandemic
  • Enjoy professional guides providing in-depth explanations and safeguarding throughout your trip
  • Relax with 9 hours of extensive playtime
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－Itinerary Introduction－

  • 8:40 am Exit F of Guomao Metro Station (in front of China Service Building)
  • 9:20 am Meet at Shaoyaoju Metro Exit F and head to Miyun Beijing Wtown with the group
  • 11:30 am Arrive at the Gubei Water Town Beijin parking lot or P2 parking lot, and the tour guide will assist with the admission procedures
  • 12:00 pm-1:00 pm Start a delicious food tour in the scenic area (Lunch in Beijing Wtown: hot pot). If you opt out of lunch, please arrange lunch on your own
  • 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Explore “The Best of Great Wall” - Simatai Great Wall
  • 3:00 pm-7:00 pm Roam around Beijing Wtown
    5:00 pm–6:10 pm Dinner recommendation: Miyun Reservoir Cold Water Fish Banquet (at your own expense)
  • 7:00 pm-7:20 pm Wangjing Street Great Wall Music and Water Dance Show (please arrive at least 3 minutes in advance)
    Experience the top domestic 3D water dance show with interactive sound and light, blending music and visuals. Enjoy the harmony of melodious tunes and the stunning Great Wall in a 3D surround sound extravaganza.
  • 7:30 pm Go to the designated parking lot to meet and return to Beijing
  • 9:30 pm Arrive at Shaoyaoju subway station and disperse the group
  • 10:30 pm Arrive at Guomao Metro Station and the tour ends 


— Recommended Route after Arriving at Beijing Wtown —

  • A. [Romantic Couple Line]: Stroll through Workshop Street—explore the craftsmanship of the winery and dye house, and experience traditional printing and dyeing DIY—Water Town Post Office—Lantern Shop—Yue Lao Temple for autographs—Shouting Spring Confession—Yinghua Academy—Mountaintop Church—Riyue Island Square—Wangjing Street—Eight Banners Guild Hall—Simatai Great Wall

  • B. [Classic Regular Line]: Nantianmen - Liquor House - Dyeing House - Shadow Puppet Theater - Yinghua Bridge - Yinghua Academy - Yang Wudi Temple (the Yang family performs the iron blackboard script) - Riyue Island Square (acrobatics, opera, Jingdong drums, crosstalk) , interactive experience, etc.) - Longfengchi Hot Spring - Zhenyuan Escort Bureau - Eight Banners Hall - Simatai Great Wall

  • C. [Folk Custom Parent-Child Experience Line]: Nantianmen—Distillery (Taste Sima Xiaoshaojiu)—Dyeing Workshop (DIY Blue Printed Cloth)—Children’s Playhouse—Kite Shop (DIY Old Beijing Shayan Kite)—Tangshi Street—Riyuedao Square— Longfengchi Hot Spring—Zhenyuan Escort Bureau—Eight Banners Guild Hall—Simatai Great Wall


— Other Recommendation (at your own expenses) —

  • [Cloud Coffee]: Overlooking the whole water town, the warm sunshine in winter witnesses the beautiful love. A cup of coffee will warm your heart.
  • [Yuelao Temple]: Thousands of miles of marriage are tied by a thin thread. Here you can place your emotions and gain a beautiful harvest.
  • [Shuizhen Post Office] "In the past, carriages and horses were very slow, and there was only enough time to love one person in a lifetime." The characteristic quaint building, the classic and traditional "post office green", and old wooden chairs. Here, you can write a letter at your desk and write this My thoughts are sent far away.
  • [Children's Playhouse]: The largest children's playhouse in the suburbs of Beijing. There are forest halls, archaeological caves, wishing fountains, tram park water bars, rainforest restaurants, airplane models, racetracks, and Lego building theme venues. Only when children have fun, parents will feel comfortable and at ease.
  • [DIY activity]: Pasting lanterns, building kites, painting New Year pictures, quick paintings, and colorful folk craft activities, completing a small work together can enhance parent-child relationships, enhance children's self-confidence, and not only relax themselves. It can also enhance your baby's talents and is one of the must-have items for parent-child family travel.


— Attraction Info —

  • [Sima Xiaoshao] - As one of Gubei's renowned “Three Roasted Foods” (liquor, roasted meat, and baked goods), you can watch the traditional liquor-making process, marvel at ancient wisdom and modern innovation, and taste the rich, aromatic liquor yourself
  • [Yongshun Dyeing Workshop] - Explore Yongshun Dye Workshop to learn about China's dyeing techniques from the Neolithic era to today. Discover the history and features, and get hands-on with DIY dyeing projects (DIY expenses are at your own expense)
  • [Yang Wudi Temple]—Appreciate the touching deeds of the generals of the Yang family who guarded the border and served the country with courage and loyalty.
  • [Performances at Riyue Island Square] - Peking Opera, Sanxian, Acrobatics, Hebei Bangzi and other outdoor performances were wonderful and won rave reviews!
  • [Zhenyuan Escort Bureau] - Let you intuitively experience the scenes of receiving, discussing, delivering and living the ancient escort Zhang Zhenyuan. It also has multiple interactive scenes for you to experience.
  • [Eight Banners Guild Hall] - Appreciate the military style and lifestyle of the Eight Banners descendants, and experience the customs and customs of the horseback people.


Climb the Simatai Great Wall, "the best in China". After more than 400 years, it still preserves its original appearance of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall. The Great Wall was built along a steep ridge, which is very precipitous. This also makes the walls of this section of the Great Wall come in a variety of styles. Take an in-depth tour of Sima Taichang and explore the five characteristics of "danger, mystery, wonder, skill and completeness".

A mosaic of Simatai Great Wall in Beijing across four seasons, from vibrant spring and lush summer to colorful autumn leaves and snowy winter, illustrating the majestic and diverse beauty of the Great Wall throughout the year.

Panoramic view of Gubei Water Town in Beijing at dusk, with ancient buildings stretching along the river illuminated by lights, and distant mountains bathed in a splendid sunset glow, showcasing the unique charm of a northern water town.

[Zhenyuan Escort] — Experience the life of ancient escort master Zhang Zhenyuan, including the scenarios of accepting, negotiating, and delivering escorts. Multiple interactive scenes are available for you to experience

Traditional architectural style of Gubei Water Town in Beijing, with a grand ancient gate and stone lions at the top, and exquisitely carved eaves and corridors at the bottom, showcasing the rustic elegance of northern folk residences.

[Eight Banners Assembly Hall / Baqi Assembly Hall] Experience the military style and daily life of the Eight Banners' descendants, and immerse yourself in the customs and culture of the horseback-riding ethnic groups

Gubei Water Town cultural experience in Beijing, featuring a solemn ancient architectural courtyard at the top, and visitors enjoying traditional archery activities at the bottom, showcasing the town's rich historical and cultural ambiance.

"The boundaries between light and shadow are erased, water and milk blend together, like an amateur painter's palette." This description is not an exaggeration at all in a small town. Hold an umbrella on a rainy day to isolate all the moisture. The soil constantly exudes a fresh smell. Looking around, the town also creates a strong cultural atmosphere for you. Rather than being in a water town in the south of the Yangtze River, it feels like it belongs to you. A paradise.

Peaceful alleyways and waterscapes of Gubei Water Town in Beijing, with sun-dappled ancient stone steps and buildings on the left, and a serene view of the lake with willow reflections framed by an arch bridge on the right, exuding the charm of a water town.

A collage of Gubei Water Town and surrounding scenery in Beijing, featuring riverside willows, a rainbow over mountains, ancient houses in autumn, and a snow-covered town in winter, displaying rich natural and cultural landscapes.

In Gubei Water Town, meditation at the Yuantong Pagoda, coffee roaming in the clouds, brewing wine by the fire, and bathing experiences... can all relieve the fear of crowds in city life and allow the mind to regain peace and balance. The long river water and soothing Rhythm is a magic potion that heals the soul.

Overhead night view of Gubei Water Town in Beijing, with the entire town brightly lit, a bustling square featuring a Christmas tree, showcasing the vibrant and romantic ambiance of the ancient water town at night.

Purchase Notice

  • The itinerary and package content is for reference only. Please refer to the reserved booking

Reminders

  • This itinerary is a group tour, so it may not be possible. The actual group formation is subject to notification from the service staff 3 days before the trip. If the tour guide is confirmed to be a group, please be aware that the information will be notified 1 day before the trip. Please keep your mobile phone open.

  • Since the scenic spot implements a real-name system for entering the park, for your convenience, please bring a valid certificate (ID card) for inspection by the staff entering the park.

  • This itinerary is a group tour for individual travelers. Guests may be waiting for other guests when they arrive at the local area. Please follow the tour guide's arrangements and please understand.

  • Due to delays due to transportation capacity, weather, malfunctions and other reasons, our society will try our best to coordinate and make adjustments to the itinerary if necessary. Please cooperate and understand at that time.

  • Gubei Water Town is a completely non-smoking scenic spot, please do not smoke.

  • If special circumstances occur during the tour, be sure to contact the tour guide or scenic spot staff to ensure timely help.

  • Cancellation is not allowed after booking. If you need to cancel due to flight delays, illness, force majeure, etc., please contact customer service and provide proof.

  • *Note: Tour guides can only give explanations at the entrance of the scenic spot or at the Simatai ticket gate. They are not allowed in the scenic spot.

Cancellation Policy

  • Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
NOTE
  • Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

FAQ

1. Is Gubei Water Town a worthwhile destination for travelers?

Gubei Water Town offers a unique blend of traditional Chinese architecture, charming canals, and cultural experiences, making it a highly worthwhile destination. It's especially known for its stunning night views and its direct proximity to the majestic Simatai Great Wall. Visitors can immerse themselves in a recreated ancient town setting, enjoy boat rides, and explore various artisan shops and eateries, providing a rich cultural and scenic experience.

2. What are the transportation options to reach Gubei Water Town from Beijing?

To reach Gubei Water Town from Beijing, travelers can take an express bus from Dongzhimen Bus Station directly to the town, which typically takes around 2-3 hours. Alternatively, private car services offer a more convenient and flexible option for direct travel. Many organized day tours also provide comfortable round-trip transportation, often including a professional guide who enhances the journey with insights and assistance.

3. What is the origin and design concept of Gubei Water Town?

Gubei Water Town is a modern recreation built in the traditional Chinese water town style, inspired by the ancient towns of southern China. Its design concept aimed to create an immersive cultural experience, featuring cobblestone streets, canals, bridges, and meticulously crafted buildings that evoke a historical atmosphere. It was developed as a comprehensive tourist destination to complement the natural beauty and historical significance of the adjacent Simatai Great Wall.

4. How close is Gubei Water Town to the Simatai Great Wall section?

Gubei Water Town is uniquely situated directly at the foot of the Simatai section of the Great Wall. This proximity allows visitors to access the Great Wall directly from the water town itself, often via a cable car. It's one of the few sections of the Great Wall that offers night tours, with the water town providing a spectacular illuminated backdrop, making it an ideal combined experience.

5. What activities and sights can visitors enjoy in Gubei Water Town?

Visitors to Gubei Water Town can enjoy a variety of activities and sights. These include exploring traditional courtyards, temples, and museums, taking a scenic boat ride along the canals, or browsing artisan workshops and local snack stalls. The town also features hot springs, cultural performances, and captivating light shows in the evening, providing a full day of engaging experiences.

6. What makes the Simatai section of the Great Wall unique for visitors?

The Simatai section of the Great Wall is renowned for its original features, rugged beauty, and steep terrain, offering a more authentic experience compared to other restored sections. It is unique for being the only section of the Great Wall to allow night visits, providing breathtaking views of the illuminated wall and Gubei Water Town below. Its accessible cable car makes it convenient for visitors to ascend and explore.

7. When is the best time to visit Gubei Water Town to experience its 'fairy tale world' atmosphere?

Gubei Water Town offers a 'fairy tale world' atmosphere year-round, but it is particularly enchanting during winter when snow covers the rooftops, and festive lights illuminate the canals. Evenings are generally magical with the stunning light displays and the illuminated Great Wall. Spring and autumn also offer pleasant weather for exploring, with beautiful scenery as the seasons change.

8. What kind of insights can a professional guide provide during a visit to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall?

A professional guide can significantly enrich your visit to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall by providing in-depth historical context, cultural anecdotes, and details about the architecture and local customs. They can offer navigation tips for both sites, point out significant landmarks, and share fascinating stories about the Great Wall's construction and its role in Chinese history, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the destination.

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