Beijing: Great Wall & Gubei Water Town Tour with Guide
ID: GYG1249967-1915064
Category:
Country: China
Duration:
13:00 hours
Description
Duration: Approximately 11-12 hours including travel time.
Difficulty: Moderate walking involved with uneven steps—comfortable walking shoes recommended .
08:50 AM – Gather at Exit F of the Guomao Metro Station.
09:20 AM – Gather at Exit E of Shaoyaoju Subway Station.
11:30 AM – Arrive at Jinshanling Great Wall(Entrance tickets are included),Hike along Jinshanling section (approx. 3 km).
Highlights: Watchtowers, original unrestored walls, stunning mountain scenery.
16:00 PM – Transfer to Gubei Water Towm and Simatai Great Wall (30-minute drive).
16:30 PM - visit Gubei Water Town(Entrance tickets are included).
18:00 PM – Explore Simatai section (Including cable car).
Features: Steeper climb, famous "Heavenly Ladder" and "Sky Bridge".
20:00 PM – Depart for Beijing.
22:00 PM – Approximate arrival in Beijing (drop-off at Shaoyaoju Subway or Wangfujing Street).
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of hiking along the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall
- Climbing high to enjoy the night view of a small town in the north of Jiangnan
- Traverse watchtowers, climb ramparts, and walk along crenelated walls
- Learn about the history of the Great Wall from your English-speaking guide
- Relax on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach during the scenic drive
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The hike is moderately challenging
The Jinshanling section retains its original, rugged character
Flexible pace to accommodate all participants
8:00am at the entrance of McDonald's at Exit B of Dongsi Subway Station in Dongcheng District, Beijing.
INCLUDED
- Morning pickup from a central meeting point in Beijing.
- English-speaking tour guide throughout the journey.
- Entrance fees to Jinshanling Great Wall, Gubei Water Town, and Simatai Great Wall.
- Round-trip cable car at Simatai Great Wall.
- Return transport to Beijing.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
