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Escape Beijing for a day to hike the rugged Simatai Great Wall and admire autumn colors reflected in Miyun Reservoir. A private fall foliage tour.
This private day tour combines two of Beijing's most scenic autumn destinations: Miyun Reservoir and the Simatai Great Wall. Departing from your hotel around 8:00 am, you'll drive north to the Simatai section, renowned for its steep, original condition and fewer crowds. Your hike focuses on the east side, covering 12 of the 16 watchtowers that snake along the mountain ridge. The 13th to 16th towers are closed to hiking, but the views from the accessible sections are spectacular, especially with the fall colors framing the wall. After the hike, enjoy the serene beauty of Miyun Reservoir, a perfect spot for leaf-peeping and photography. This tour offers a peaceful escape into nature without the usual tourist bustle, ideal for travelers seeking an authentic Great Wall experience combined with autumn's vibrant palette.
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Pick from your hotel in Beijing around 8:00am and drive to the Simatai Great Wall . This part of your treking is one of the most beautiful sections of the Great Wall. Today's hike is focused on the east section of the Simatai Great Wall - 12 towers. Actually there are totally 16 watchtowers distributed on the Simatai Great Wall snaking the ridge of the steep mountain. The 13th-16th towers are forbidden to hike due to their steepness and treacherousness. For most Simatai Great Wall lovers, people prefer to hike up the Great Wall, then take the cable car down. Don't forget to stop and look around to enjoy the fall foliage on the surrounding mountains!
After Chinese lunch, continue to the Miyun Reservoir . Lying 100 km northeast of Beijing City, it is a mountain valley reservoir. Two main rivers, Chaohe and Baihe, enter Miyun Reservoir. Taking a walk around the reservoir in the valley to see the beautiful scenery. These valleys are peaceful and picturesque with small villages, dusty tracks, crab-apple orchards and plots of maize and peanuts. You can walk further where you want to go with tall mountains towering above you. Autumn changes foliage into the colorful world - a nice place to see fall foliage. After the visit to Miyun Reservoir, return to your hotel in downtown Beijing.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| air conditioned vehicle | Gratuities to drivers and guides |
| Chinese lunch | |
| Ticket fees for the main entrance, exclusivie of the possible small tickets inside. | |
| Englsih Speaking tour guide | |
| The above private transfer is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $219 |
| 2 persons | $129 |
| 3 - 5 persons | $115 |
| 6 - 9 Persons | $89 |
| 10 persons and above | $69 |
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