Simatai Great Wall Night Tour & Gubei Water Town Private Experience
w/ Photography Service
Experience the only night-open section of the Great Wall at Simatai, combined with a scenic evening in Gubei Water Town. Perfect for travelers seeking a unique, less crowded Beijing experience.
🕒 Afternoon departure or flexible timing
📍 Hotel pick-up & drop-off included
🚗 Comfortable private transfer (~2.5–3 hrs each way)
🌙 Visit the only night-open Great Wall in Beijing
🏮 Explore Gubei Water Town with night views & lights
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Highlights of the Simatai Great Wall Night Experience
✔ The Only Night-Open Great Wall in Beijing
Simatai is the only section of the Great Wall open at night, offering a rare chance to explore this iconic landmark under soft lighting and a peaceful atmosphere.
✔ Breathtaking Night Views & Scenic Lighting
As the sun sets, the Great Wall transforms into a glowing masterpiece, with illuminated watchtowers stretching across the mountains.
✔ Romantic & Peaceful Atmosphere
With fewer crowds and a calm evening setting, this experience is perfect for couples and travelers looking for something more unique than a daytime visit.
✔ Cable Car Access for a Comfortable Visit
Easily reach the wall by cable car, making the experience more relaxed and accessible without long hikes.
✔ Seamless Combination with Gubei Water Town
Enjoy the charm of Gubei Water Town at night, with traditional architecture, lantern-lit streets, and riverside views before or after your wall visit.
✔ Professional Photography Service
Capture your Great Wall journey with high-quality photos taken by our team, so you can enjoy the moment while we help preserve the memories.
Why choose a night tour instead of daytime?
A night visit to Simatai offers a completely different perspective of the Great Wall - quieter, more atmospheric, and visually stunning with lights and night views.
Choose Your Private Tour Style
Flexible options for your Beijing experience — from premium comfort to family-friendly travel.
Premium Choice
Range Rover Autobiography Series or similar, offering limo-grade comfort
with an Advanced Guide
USD$849·2 persons
+ 1 child(3~14) ·$59
Infant(0~3) free
*Baby car seat available (please request at least 3 days in advance)
Standard Choice
Comfort-class vehicles (e.g. Passat, Accord, Camry or similar)
with a Professional Guide
USD$599· 2 persons
+1 child (3~14) · $59
Infant(0~3) free
*Baby car seat available (please request at least 3 days in advance)
Family Choice
7-seater MPVs (e.g. Buick GL8, Honda Odyssey, Denza D9 or similar)
with a Professonal Guide
USD$649· 2 persons
+1 person · $79
+1 child (3~14)· $59
Infant(0~3) free
*Baby car seat available (please request at least 3 days in advance)
Simatai Great Wall Night Tour & Gubei Water Town Itinerary
Plan your evening with a carefully designed itinerary combining a scenic Great Wall night visit and a relaxing experience at Gubei Water Town.
Meeting Point & Duration
🕒 Duration: One full day
🚇 Meeting Point: Your hotel or unpon request
Stop 1 - Gubei Water Town
Duration: 3~4 hours
After picking you up from your hotel, we will drive about 2.5 hours to reach Gubei Water Town.
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Flexible town exploration: Upon arrival, enjoy the afternoon exploring Gubei Water Town at your own pace.
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Optional cultural activities: Try hands-on experiences such as tie-dyeing, lantern making, or kite crafting.
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Dinner in the town: Your guide can recommend suitable dining options based on your taste and schedule.
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Guide support throughout: You can wander independently or have your guide accompany you with stories, local insights, and suggestions.
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Tailored to your interests: Share your preferences anytime - from food choices to walking pace and cultural interests.
After dinner, around 6–7 PM depending on sunset time, head to Simatai Great Wall with cable car up and down for a memorable night experience.
Stop 2 - Simatai Great Wall
Duration: 1 hour
Experience the only section of the Great Wall of China open for night visits - a truly rare and unforgettable way to see the Wall.
You will take a cable car up and down, making the experience easy and comfortable, with around 1 hour on the Wall to enjoy the illuminated views and the magical atmosphere overlooking the mountains and Gubei Water Town below.
A unique highlight that feels completely different from any daytime visit. ✨
Stop 3 - Gubei Water Town
Duration: 2 hours
After visiting the night section of the Great Wall, we’ll still have some time to enjoy Gubei Water Town’s live performances, such as the molten iron flower show, music light show, or fire performance.
Or, if you prefer a slower pace, we can simply sit by the river and relax for a while.
We will start heading back to downtown Beijing around 9:00 PM.
