Things to do in Simatai Great Wall

I love visiting on weekdays when it's not crowded, so I can take great photos. I really enjoy the atmosphere, and the Great Wall is magnificent. It's fantastic!

As this is more of a meet-up/pick-up (to the meeting place), brief explanations of the day’s itinerary (in both English and Mandarin), mainly to visit the Gubei Old Water Town (nice and quiet on our visit), and cable car up to the Simatai Great Wall (behind the Water town) - explore them on your own time till dark, once you set such expectations, this is a good trip to visit the places. Our guide Christina is awesome and very helpful to answer everyone’s questions, gave good tips about the Water town (what to see and eat), best time for sunset on the Great Wall and which towers to hike (if one is up to it). there are some optional selections (depends on your options and where you book from) like boat ride, hot pot lunch, Great Wall visit (we ended up doing both day and evening visits - hike when there’s light and enjoy the late afternoon views), all at reasonable group discount price. This is a no shopping trip and thanks to Christina and our driver, we had a smooth and great time.

We had a very pleasant and well-organized tour experience. Our guide Lucy was excellent—kind, helpful, and very informative. She provided detailed information one day in advance regarding the meeting point and the full itinerary, which made everything very clear and easy to follow. She also offered us different options for visiting the Great Wall, which allowed flexibility based on our preferences. Thanks to this well-arranged planning, our time was used very efficiently throughout the trip, and we were able to enjoy each destination without feeling rushed. The overall arrangement was smooth and well-coordinated, making the entire journey comfortable and stress-free. As an additional note, we were also able to find a very nice halal Chinese restaurant in Gubei Water Town. This is particularly valuable for Muslim travelers, as halal food options can be limited in some tourist areas. It made the experience even more inclusive and enjoyable for our group.

Trip to Gubei Water Town and Simatai great wall. The tour was very well organized and ran on time throughout the day. Our guide spoke clear English and shared detailed explanations about the history of the Great Wall, making the experience both enjoyable and educational. Also can see many adorable cats in the town. There was no forced shopping or pressure to buy anything, which I really appreciated. The itinerary was structured efficiently, and everything was handled professionally. Overall, it was a smooth and worthwhile experience. Highly recommended for English-speaking travelers who want to learn more about the Great Wall's history.

Mr Zhang Zhensheng is great in taking photos and he’s knowledgeable, humorous, took care of elderly people (my mum) well. Will definitely introduce him to my friends coming to Beijing in future!

Our tour guide, Christina, is fluent in both Chinese and English and is incredibly thorough. She humorously explained the best ways to explore Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall to the group, ensuring everyone had a very rewarding experience.

Gubei Water Town is very unique, and there's plenty of time to explore. The sunset and night views from Simatai Great Wall are absolutely worth seeing! Our tour guide, Christina, provided excellent service, making the trip even smoother.

Gubei Water Town is a beautiful and peaceful destination that perfectly combines traditional Chinese architecture with stunning natural scenery. The town is clean, well-organized, and offers plenty of cultural activities, local food, and picturesque spots for photography. The view of the Simatai Great Wall from the town is spectacular and adds to the unique experience. I highly recommend Gubei Water Town to anyone looking for a relaxing and memorable getaway near Beijing.