
Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train worth booking?
Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train is a 12-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $321 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 56 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 12 hours
- From
- $321 per person
Get outdoors and explore a spectacular natural wonder—the Old Summer Resort, experience a VIP tour of seeing Outer Eight Temples among other important Cheng De attractions in a day, Enjoy a guided "Walk on the Top" tour, Stress free, your local tour operator will perfectly arrange the train tickets and all for you. Hotel pickup and drop-off, delicious lunch, and sights tickets are all part of this exclusive experience.
What you get
About this experience
Get outdoors and explore a spectacular natural wonder—the Old Summer Resort, experience a VIP tour of seeing Outer Eight Temples among other important Cheng De attractions in a day, Enjoy a guided "Walk on the Top" tour, Stress free, your local tour operator will perfectly arrange the train tickets and all for you. Hotel pickup and drop-off, delicious lunch, and sights tickets are all part of this exclusive experience.
What's included
Included
- Professional English speaking guide at Cheng de
- All sights entrance tickets list up
- Round trip Bullet Train Tickets from Beijing to Chengde
- Round trip transfer from Cheng de station to sights point
- Round trip transfer from beijing hotel to Chao Yang station
- Local lunch
- Bottle of water
Not included
- Gratuities ( Recommended )
What you'll see and do
Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort
Your professional driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby on travel day 6:30am and transfer you to Beijing Chao Yang railway station, take the train G3651(7:30 -- 8:30am ) transfer to Chengde. Upon your arrival Chengde, you will at first time meet you guide and driver at the railway station with holding your name sign waiting. Directly heading to visit Chengde summer resort, and other sights with your professional guide, at the end, before 17:00pm in the afternoon you will transferred back to Chengde station take the G3674 ( 17:17--18:15 ) back to Beijing. Meet your driver at the Beijing West railway station again, at the end, you will transferred back to hotel . Note: Your tour operator will book the train tickets ahead, with the pre-booked electronic train tickets, just show your passport to the stuff at the station can go through.
480 minutes here · Admission included
Potala Palace (Putuo Zongcheng Temple)
Head for Small Potala palace, the largest temple among the "Outer Eight Temples ", built in imitation of the Potala palace in Lhasa, known as the Little Potala Palace, where you can climb to 43 meters high terrace, learn and admire about the Tibetan culture and see the great views around.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Eight Outer Temples
Built in the 31st year of the Qianlong reign of the Qing Dynasty (1766). Its architecture combined both Han and Tibetan styles, the center of the caisson is carved with a golden dragon playing pearl, which adopts the technique of shrinking layer by layer, three layers of wooden architecture has high artistic value. On March 4, 1961, Pule Temple was announced by the State Council of the People's Republic of China as one of the first batch of national key cultural relics protection units. In December 1994, "Chengde Mountain Resort and its surrounding temples", including Pule Temple, were listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Temple of Universal Peace (Puning si)
Puning Temple is located in Shuangqiao District, Chengde City, Hebei Province. It was built during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty as a Sino Tibetan temple. The front part of the temple is Han style, with the characteristics of traditional Buddhist temples of the Han ethnic group; The back part is Tibetan style, built in imitation of Tibet Sangyuan Temple. Two different styles of buildings are integrated. The entire temple is magnificent and magnificent, covering an area of approximately 23000 square meters. The main Buddha statue of Puning Temple, the Thousand Hands and Thousand Eyes Bodhisattva, has a height of 27.21 meters and is a gold lacquer wood carving Bodhisattva.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Imperial Summer Palace of Mountain Resort
Cheng de Summer Resort, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, twice bigger than summer palace in Beijing. Here you will visit the best preserved and largest imperial garden in china, which took 89 years to complete, for Qing dynasty emperors spend the summer and handle state affairs here. Snap photos of the garden scenic area and walk through the palace area, while your guide fills you in on this special and its history, and culture. You will spend around 2 hrs here.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd.
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
1 mentionThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
1 mentionPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Chengde: a calm counterpoint to Beijing – excellently organised
The day trip to Chengde was a highlight of our time in Beijing. The transfer to the station ran smoothly and left plenty of buffer before departure – no stress at all, even though security checks at Chinese railway stations take time. The high-speed train ride itself was very pleasant and comfortable. In Chengde we were met by Dovle, a friendly and open-minded guide who was helpful throughout and explained things genuinely well – not a recital of dates, but context you could follow and remember. There was ample time at every sightseeing stop; nothing had to be rushed. Anyone interested in imperial China should make room for Chengde. It is far quieter than Beijing, and only here does the picture of the imperial palace complexes come together as a whole. Be prepared for a lot of walking – proper shoes are essential. The reward was an excellent lunch featuring local Chengde specialities. Highly recommended – and ask for Dovle.
via Tripadvisor
Stunning views and excellent tour
This was an excellent trip from start to finish. All of the arrangements were very easy and It made the day very enjoyable. The pick up and transportation from Beijing was very simple and was all handled for us. Our tour guide Jack was excellent. He was knowledgeable, friendly and knew all of the best spots to take photos. He even took so many wonderful photos of us that we have great memories! Our driver was safe and courteous, and the vehicle was very comfortable and nice. We enjoyed learning about the beautiful temples and the Mountain Resort. We were also treated to a delicious local lunch of handmade noodles. I highly recommend this tour. Ask for Jack! You won’t be disappointed.
via Tripadvisor
perfect
great experience! had an amazing day at Chengde See Summer Resort and Small Potala Palace. I recommend this tour
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $321 to $501
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd., who run 22 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.
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Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train cost?
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Prices start at $321 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train take?
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Plan for about 12 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 12-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 12-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train?
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Included: Professional English speaking guide at Cheng de; All sights entrance tickets list up; Round trip Bullet Train Tickets from Beijing to Chengde; Round trip transfer from Cheng de station to sights point; and Round trip transfer from beijing hotel to Chao Yang station. Not included: Gratuities ( Recommended ). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2271 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Beijing to Cheng De See Old Summer Resort By Bullet Train?
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Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, food and drink, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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