Beijing 1-day Authentic Tour

Gubei Water Town-Simatai Great Wall

4-Stars Hotel

Breakfast

Morning: Immersive Cultural Exploration
Begin your day at Gubei Water Town, a meticulously restored Ming-era village nestled at the foot of the Great Wall. Wander through narrow cobbled lanes flanked by gray-bricked Qing-style houses, their wooden lattice windows and red lanterns evoking centuries of history. Pause at workshops where artisans demonstrate time-honored crafts: marvel at the vibrant patterns of hand-dyed batik fabrics emerging from indigo vats, and savor the earthy aroma of ancient rice wine aging in clay jars. Don’t miss the Yongshun Dyehouse, where visitors can create their own silk scarves under expert guidance. For lunch, try jianbing (savory crepes) from street vendors or sit down to a hearty meal of dongpo rou (braised pork belly) at a riverside teahouse.

Afternoon: Simatai Great Wall Adventure
After lunch, venture to the Simatai Great Wall, a UNESCO-recognized section praised for its raw beauty and architectural ingenuity. Opt for a family-friendly hike via cable car to Tower 5, where a gentle 1.5km walk to Tower 8 offers sweeping views of reservoirs and forested hills. Thrill-seekers can tackle Towers 10–12, navigating original 70°-angle steps flanked by crumbling battlements—a photographer’s dream at sunset. Capture the iconic “Kissing Wall” at Tower 6, where two walls curve dramatically toward each other. Return to the town by dusk to witness the water town illuminated by thousands of lanterns, reflecting like stars on the canals.