
Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town
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Is Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town worth booking?
Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $38 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 10 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (10)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $38 per person
Want to see the Great Wall under the Sunset? Come and spend your lovely evening on beautiful Simatai Great Wall. Moreover, relax yourself in the ancient Gubei Water Town (in Miyun County, Beijing). You will be surrounded
What you get
About this experience
Want to see the Great Wall under the Sunset? Come and spend your lovely evening on beautiful Simatai Great Wall. Moreover, relax yourself in the ancient Gubei Water Town (in Miyun County, Beijing). You will be surrounded by the beautiful Mandarin Duck Lake Reservoir. You surely will have a very unique experience in this rare natural old town with a combination of mountains, water, ancient villages and hilly-area quadrangle dwellings. In addition, enjoy the amazing water dancing show in front of Wangjinglou.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Round-trip cable car tickets
- Transport by private vehicle
Not included
- Tour guide (optional)
- Dinner (optional)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Gubei Water Town
Your friendly tour guide or English speaking driver will meet you at your hotel in the afternoon, and you will start your romantic evening Simatai Great Wall trip. After a 2-hour drive, you will first arrive at the Gubei Water Town. The water town at night is indeed mesmerizing, and you will find both water town and the wall merge into one splendid view. Don't miss out the the water dancing fountains at Wangjinglou and the stunning light show which starts at 8:00pm.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Simatai Great Wall
Then you will walk thru the water town and take cable car (inclusive) to the Wall. There are only 10 watch towers opened to the public, and it is fully decorated by lights at night. After the Great Wall visit, sit down to enjoy a decent dinner at a beautiful night in Water Town. You will be transferred back to the hotel in Beijing downtown after four hours of visiting, .
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
All-Inclusive Private Tour
Tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, round-trip cable car, dinner are all included Pickup included
English speaking driver
Private vehicle with English speaking driver,admission tickets and round-trip cable car tickets included, tour guide and meal are not includes Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beijing Tour Guide
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please wear hiking shoes
- Simatai Great Wall is a wild wall, no restored
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Anazing
Very good, Michael was a great tour guide. He was very informative and we had great conversations. The Great Wall was spectacular at night.
via Tripadvisor
Watching the sun go down over the Great Wall
We booked with May to see the evening tour of Simatai section of the Great Wall and the Water Town. We're very pleased with our choice as seeing the wall at dusk an amazing experience, and also avoided the daytime heat. May, together with our driver Joe, picked us up from our hotel, chatted and shared lots of info that made it a lovely experience. The Water Town was a great bonus, giving an insight into local history, and also providing a show and food options. A great experience and a fabulous way to see the Great Wall if you are staying in Beijing. Thank you May.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour!
I had an amazing time at Gubei Water town. May was very knowledgeable about the history of the area. She answered all my questions, took really nice pictures and also taught me how to properly use chopsticks! Highly recommend to book a tour with her. You won’t regret it!
via Tripadvisor
Night tour to Great Wall & Gubei Water town
We organised this from home before we left and chose to have a private guide and dinner included. We were met promptly at our hotel by Lucy and her driver for our tour of the Great Wall at Simatai at night. During our 2 hour drive to Simatai Lucy shared information about her country, their lifestyle, and answered any questions we had. When we arrived at the water town, she organised all the tickets and showed us through the town and made stops at some special exhibits in the town before we headed up to the wall by cable car. It’s a bit of a walk to actually get to the wall from the cable car, but it is so worth it. It was getting on dusk and all the lights were starting to come on down in the town as well as on the wall. You don’t realise how big the town is until you see it from above. The wall was only open between 2 towers so you couldn’t walk very far, but that was ok as it was very steep and rugged and there are no side barriers so you need to be very careful. It wasn’t very crowded so you could take plenty of photos and our guide Lucy even took some photos of us together. We were never rushed and had plenty of time to enjoy the moment. Once back down in the town, Lucy asked what sort of food we wanted for dinner and then sought out a number of restaurants and found a suitable place to eat. Lucy chose some meals for us and we enjoyed them immensely. On our way back to the driver she even stopped and bought us some Hawthorne fruits on a stick (Chinese sweet) which we would never have tried ourselves. It was a fantastic afternoon and evening. Thanks Lucy you made it very special. Would highly recommend this trip to see the wall lit up at night. Karen & Alex, Sydney
via Tripadvisor
Amazing
Actually we went up to the wall before sunset which was a great decision as the steps are big & uneven. Fabulous views. Our guide Neil from Odynovo was terrific.
via Tripadvisor
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
- $38 to $457
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town cost?
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Prices start at $38 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 Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town 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 Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 10 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 Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town?
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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 Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town 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 Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town?
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Around 4 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 Private Evening Tour to Simatai Great Wall and Gubei Water Town 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.
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