Two days extension to Chengde (245km, go by train or by car)

 Introduction

Chengde Imperial Summer Villa started to be built in 1703 and finished in about 90 years, it is now the biggest Imperial Garden in China covering 590 hectares. The area, encircled by a splendid 10km wall, was where the emperors and dignitaries in Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD)retreated from the summer heat, and where they would also handle political affairs and meet envoys during their stay, so the Villa actually served as the second political center of the Qing government. Set in a mountain valley, with its own lakes, pine forests, hunting ground and pavilions, now it is a great place to wander around.

Tour Itinerary

Day +1:
In the morning, our local guide will help you transfer to the railway station for your train to Chengde. Arrive at Chengde, you will be met and escorted to the hotel. The tour this afternoon will bring you to Chengde Imperial Summer Villa.

Day +2:
Enjoy a half-day visit to Puning Temple and Putuozongcheng Temple before your train back to Beijing. Our local guide in Beijing will meet you at railway station and escort you to the hotel.

 Note

We can also arrange private transfer between Beijing and Chengde.

To take a Beijing tour, you may simply take our 3 nights / 4 days tour program, or add the above optional programs and extensions to your itinerary.