Two-Day Private Trip to Chengde from Beijing with English Speaking Driver

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Summary

Day 1, Beijing-Gubeikou Great Wall-Small Potala Palace in Chengde Your English speaking driver will pick you up from your hotel in Beijing at 7:00am and head to Gubeikou Great Wall (about 2 hours driving time).This part of the wall once played a key role in protecting China from Mongol invasion and today stands as an untouched architectural feat—the last reconstruction work took place in 1567 and no renovations have been done since then.  After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to Chengde and visit the Small Potala Palace, which is called The Putuo Zongcheng. It is a Qing dynasty era Buddhist temple complex built between 1767 and 1771 during the reign of the Qianlong Emperor (1735–1796).  The temple was modeled after the Potala Palace of Tibet, the old sanctuary of the Dalai Lama built a century earlier. Hence the Putuo Zongsheng has been nicknamed the “Little Potala Palace”. Then transfer to your hotel in Chengde after you finish the visiting. Day 2, Chengde-the Imperial Summer Resort-Puning Temple-Beijing Your friendly driver will meet you at 8:00am in your hotel and head to the UNESCO-listed Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort, built between 1703 and 1792 during the Qing dynasty. This gloriously landscaped summer palace took almost a century to complete and was home to Qing Dynasty emperors, eunuchs, courtiers, and concubines during Beijing's scorching summer months for many years. After enjoying your lunch at a local restaurant, continue your trip to Puning Temple, which is located along the north of Mountain Resort. Puning Temple is also known as Dafo Temple, for a golden lacquer wood carving Buddha,a 78 feet (24 m) tall Buddha image of Guanyin is enshrined here. Puning Temple is the most intact and magnificent complex among the Outlying Temples of Mountain Resort, Chengde. Then start the 2-hour return drive to Beijing from here. You should be back at your hotel by 6:00pm.

Tour info

Duration
2 days
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Why take this tour?

Hire an English speaking driver and private vehicle to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort in Chengde, and the Gubeikou section of the Great Wall of China. Enjoy a more relaxed experience away from the crowds as your explore on your own. This is a perfect choice for all those customers who want to have a self-guided tour to the attraction with their own pace. In this two days, you will visit the Gubeikou Great Wall, Small Potala Palace, the Imperial Summer Resort, Puning Temple. The driver is able to assist you with purchase of entrance tickets upon arrival the attractions, recommend local restaurants.

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What’s included?

  • English speaking driver

  • Transport by private vehicle

  • The driver's accommodation

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Bottled water

  • Meal

  • Your accommodation

  • Gratuities optional)

  • Entrance fees

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 2 days

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Health QR Code is required upon arrival

Cancellation Policy

    If you cancel at least 7 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
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About operator:

Hello and welcome to my page! My name is Konglin, a professional, licensed English speaking tour guide/driver based in Beijing. I am a non-smoker and I will be glad to provide you with a clean and dependable car. Your safety and comfort are my first priority. I am a careful, courteous and highly trained chauffeur and I will get you to your destination quickly, safely and stress free! Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, having a driving servicein Beijing is essential to getting around. Allow me to help you to make the most of your time in the region. I can provide you with an English speaking tour that is helpful, historical and humorous. The services I offer are:• airport pick up and drop off• a city tour of Beijing’s highlights• a tour to the Great Wall of China• Xingang Cruise Port pick up and drop off• a tour to the temples and museums both inside Beijing and on its outskirtsIn addition, we can work together to tailor make your tour and to offer suggestions. If you happen to be traveling to other areas of China, such as Xian to see the Terra Cotta Warriors, I can assist you with your travel arrangements there. My business is largely supported by customer referral. I am honest and you have my word that my price is fair. I do not take you to souvenir shops unless that is your request. Please contact me for an unforgettable experience!

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