This full-day tour to Gubei Water Town from Beijing combines cultural sightseeing with scenic exploration at the foot of the Simatai Great Wall. Wander through canals, stone bridges, and traditional streets, then enjoy optional highlights such as the Simatai Great Wall visit and the spectacular music water-dance and lantern shows, offering stunning day-to-night views of the illuminated town.

🚩 Tour Summary:

• Duration: 14 hours
• Transportation: Bus / Car
• Tour type: Join-in Tour

🗓️ Itinerary: 

8:50 - 9:20 - Departure 
Meeting up at Guomao Subway Station or Shaoyaoju Subway Station 
Bejing W Town

Enjoy a full-day tour of the Beijing W Town scenic area with free time to explore the town at your leisure, strolling through its quaint and charming atmosphere. 

Lunch

For package with lunch, enjoy a Single-Serving Hot Pot Meal in Water Town

For other packages, have lunch at your own expense within restaurants in Beijing W Town.

Sima Small Shochu Brewery

An ancient brewery showcases traditional grain distillation using sorghum and millet, where visitors can watch the brewing process and sample the freshly made liquor.
Zhen Yuan Escort Agency

This attraction recreates the life of ancient armed escort Zhang Zhenyuan, highlighting the hardships of armed escorts who protected people and valuables on dangerous journeys.

Yongshun Dyeing Workshop

Learn about authentic, eco-friendly dyeing through Yongshun’s traditional techniques using natural plant pigments and handmade tie-dyeing methods (Entrance ticket included)

Yang Wudi Temple

Honors Song Dynasty General Yang Ye and the loyal Yang family, featuring traditional architecture, murals, and a courtyard where you can leave red wish ribbons for blessings.

Ba Qi Hall
Once was the place where the Yellow Banner of Qing Dynasty was located, leaving many traces of Manchu civilization and the Eight Banners culture.
Riyuedao Square

Yuelao Temple

Dedicated to the folk deity of marriage, the big tree in front of the door is full of prayers on red ribbons. 

Great Wall Music and Dance Water Show

A dazzling show where art meets technology, as water and fire dance to the rhythm of music, blending modern spectacle with traditional elements in a romantic visual performance.

Beijing W Town

Free time to explore the sparkle of the town at night.

Great Wall At Simatai

Free time to explore the  400-year-old and well-preserved original appearance of the Ming Great Wall. The Great Wall was constructed along the steep ridges and was very dangerous.

20:00 - End tour 

Return to Shaoyaoju Subway Station or Guomao Subway Station

🚐 Departure & Drop-off Points:   
1. Meet-up points (Join-in Tour)
a. Guomao Subway Station

• Time: 8:50
• Location: Exit F (in front of Zhongfu Building) - 99 Jianguo Rd, Guomao, Chaoyang, Beijing, China, 100020
• Please refer to the map for location details

b. Shaoyaoju Subway Station

• Time: 9:20
• Location: Exit E - Taiyanggong, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
• Please refer to the map for location details

2. Drop-off points: 

a. Guomao Subway Station

• Time: 20:01
• Location: Exit F (in front of Zhongfu Building) - 99 Jianguo Rd, Guomao, Chaoyang, Beijing, China, 100020
• Please refer to the map for location details

b. Shaoyaoju Subway Station

• Time: 20:01
• Location: Exit E - Taiyanggong, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China
• Please refer to the map for location details

Please note 

• Please arrive at the location at least 10 minutes before the departure time.   
• Late arrivals or no-shows are non-refundable.   
• This is a shared transfer, and pick-up times may be earlier or later than scheduled.   
• Traffic congestion may occur at transit stations. We appreciate your patience if waiting is required.
• The tour guide will contact you via SMS or phone before 9 P.M the day before departure to inform you of the pick up location and meeting time.

• Adult: Height from 1.2m to 2m
• Child: Height from 0.5 to 1.19m

ℹ️ Additional Information:

• All pets are prohibited
• Beijing W Town has many cobblestone paths. To avoid fatigue, please wear comfortable sports shoes.