
Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall
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Is Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall worth booking?
Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $753 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $753 per person
Simatai Great Wall is located in Miyun County which is 120 kilometers from Beijing. It is the only section of the Great Wall that has preserved in the original Ming Dynasty architecture (1368-1644). A small water town i
What you get
- Some simple food for breakfast on the coach.
- Round trip coach transfers by air conditioned vehicle with an experience coach driver (same day return)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel Pickup from 36+ hotels in downtown Beijing
About this experience
Simatai Great Wall is located in Miyun County which is 120 kilometers from Beijing. It is the only section of the Great Wall that has preserved in the original Ming Dynasty architecture (1368-1644). A small water town is built at the foot of Great Wall, in a traditional style of Chinese small town, offers accommodation and foods in local way. Accommodation is available at an optional cost.
What's included
Included
- Some simple food for breakfast on the coach.
- Round trip coach transfers by air conditioned vehicle with an experience coach driver (same day return)
- English-speaking tour guide
- Hotel Pickup from 36+ hotels in downtown Beijing
Not included
- Lunch and Dinner
- Hotel accommodation in Simatai
- Transfer from subway station back to your own hotel after the tour
- Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended)
- Return transfer to Beijing on 2nd day
What you'll see and do
Gubei Water Town
First, you will visit the Gubei Water Town, which is located far away from the outside busy world - Beijing. After an authentic Chinese lunch and a break, you will continue your trip to the Simatai Great Wall in Miyun County(120 kilometers from Beijing). It is the only section of the Great Wall that has preserved the original Ming Dynasty architecture. You tour guide will take you through the most beautiful and breathtaking Great Wall along the way.
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Simatai Great Wall
Simatai Great Wall was first constructed in the 6th century and later rebuilt by General Qi Jiguang of the Ming Dynasty. This section is 5.4 kilometers in length and has 35 beacon towers and the steepness of the wall is the distinctive features of Simatai. In 1987 Simatai Great Wall was enlisted into UNESCO Heritage Sites. The most fantastic part of this Great Wall tour is taking you back in time to the golden ages of imperial China. You surely will learn some interesting history about Ming Dynasty.
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Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Century Holiday OTA
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 Adults per booking is required.
- Hotel information should be provided 24 hours before departure for pickup arrangement in Beijing.
- Please note that pickup service is only available to guests staying at downtown Beijing hotels.
- If you live in the outskirt of Beijing please go to Holiday Inn Express Beijing Dongzhimen to join in this tour. The hotel pickup time is 6:30am.
- Tour ends in a subway station in eastern area of Beijing. (up to road traffic condition)
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Group tour has been a dedicated...
<p>Group tour has been a dedicated private tour for two with a driver and an a very nice English speaking lady guide.<br/> We selected the next day return option to enjoy both peacefull Gubei Water Town and a morning treck on the Great Wall.</p>
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $753 to $3670
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
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Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall cost?
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Prices start at $753 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Group Coach Day Tour to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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