2-Day Beijing Escape: Great Wall Hiking, Gubei Water Town & Hutong Experience

Why This Experience Is Special

From the Great Wall at night to a quiet mountain morning, this journey reveals a different side of Beijing — combining dramatic landscapes, traditional culture, local life and an overnight stay in the atmospheric Gubei Water Town.

Private Downtown Beijing Hotel Pickup & Drop-off | Private Driver & English-Speaking Guide

Day 1 | Temple of Heaven – Simatai Great Wall – Gubei Water Town (L, D)

Visit the Temple of Heaven, join a traditional blessing ceremony and experience Tai Chi with local residents.

Travel to Gubei Water Town and enjoy lunch surrounded by traditional architecture and waterways.

Explore the ancient town, with optional intangible cultural heritage experiences such as indigo dyeing and traditional wine making.

In the evening, enjoy the beautiful night scenery of Gubei Water Town and illuminated Simatai Great Wall. Depending on the season, enjoy the Iron Flower Show or other evening performances.

Lunch: Gubei Water Town Feast
Dinner: At leisure in Gubei Water Town
Accommodation: Gubei Water Town

Day 2 | Simatai Great Wall – Beijing Hutong (B, L)

Early morning Simatai Great Wall hike, with beautiful mountain views and possible sunrise scenery.

Return to Beijing and enjoy a traditional Hutong Trishaw Tour.

Visit a local Hutong family home for a home-style lunch and experience everyday life in old Beijing.

Return to your downtown Beijing hotel.

Breakfast: Hotel breakfast
Lunch: Hutong family home