Explore the imperial palace at the center of Qing political life, with its grand ceremonial halls, courtyards, and historic collections.
Chengde Mountain Resort & Outer Temples
Discover the Qing emperors' summer retreat and surrounding temples, reflecting the dynasty's cultural and political connections.
Qing Eastern Tombs
Visit one of China's most significant imperial burial complexes, known for its monumental architecture and landscaped tomb precincts.
Your 3-Day Imperial Heritage Journey
Day 1 — Imperial Beijing
Beijing Hotel → Forbidden City → Jingshan Park → Beijing Hotel
8:30 AM — Hotel pickup
9:00 AM–12:00 PM — Forbidden City
12:00–1:00 PM — Lunch
1:00–2:30 PM — Jingshan Park and imperial city views
Afternoon — Optional nearby sightseeing and return to hotel
Overnight: Beijing
The Forbidden City requires advance ticket arrangements and is normally closed on Mondays, except certain holidays.
Day 2 — Beijing to Chengde
Beijing → Chengde Mountain Resort → Outer Temples
8:00 AM — Depart Beijing
Late morning — Arrive in Chengde
12:00–1:00 PM — Lunch
1:00–4:00 PM — Chengde Mountain Resort
Late afternoon — Selected Outer Temple, subject to time and opening hours
Evening — Hotel check-in and dinner
Overnight: Chengde
If the Mountain Resort visit takes longer, move the Outer Temple visit to the following morning.
Day 3 — Chengde to Qing Eastern Tombs to Beijing
Chengde → Qing Eastern Tombs → Beijing
8:00 AM — Depart Chengde
Late morning — Arrive at Qing Eastern Tombs
Late morning–early afternoon — Visit selected imperial mausoleums and ceremonial grounds
Early afternoon — Lunch
Afternoon — Private transfer to Beijing
Evening — Return to Beijing hotel
The Qing Eastern Tombs comprise multiple sites spread across a large area. Select the mausoleums according to current access, available time, and the group's interests. This is a full travel day. Do not add further major attractions by default.
Daily timing is illustrative. Final arrangements depend on hotel locations, road conditions, attraction hours, and ticket availability.
What's Included / Excluded
Typically included
Private vehicle and driver for three agreed tour days
Beijing pickup and final return
Intercity transportation
Itinerary planning and coordination
English-speaking support
Attraction ticket assistance
Quoted separately unless specified
Licensed English-speaking guide
Forbidden City, Chengde, and tomb admission tickets
Hotel accommodation
Meals and personal expenses
Additional service hours
One night in Beijing and one night in Chengde are assumed within the itinerary, but hotel accommodation is not included by default unless explicitly included in your package.
From Imperial Power to Imperial Legacy
The Forbidden City served as the center of Qing imperial government. Chengde Mountain Resort provided a summer retreat and an important setting for imperial diplomacy, while the Qing Eastern Tombs preserve the dynasty's ceremonial burial traditions. Together, these sites offer a broader view of Qing history than a single-city sightseeing tour.
Why Book with DragonTrail?
Private Intercity Travel
One coordinated vehicle across Beijing, Chengde, and the tombs.
Connected Itinerary
Three heritage destinations organized into one journey.
Flexible Sightseeing
Adjust time at each attraction to your interests.
Hotel Assistance
Support with Chengde accommodation arrangements.
Ticket Coordination
Assistance with required attraction reservations.
English-speaking Support
Clear communication throughout the trip.
How It Works
1
Send Your Inquiry
Share dates, group size, and pickup location.
2
Receive Your Plan
We confirm the itinerary, travel times, and quotation.
3
Confirm Booking
Finalize transportation, guide, hotels, and tickets.
4
Meet Your Driver
Begin your private journey from Beijing.
5
Explore Imperial China
Visit all three destinations before returning to Beijing.
FAQ
Three days provide a practical introduction to Beijing, Chengde, and the Qing Eastern Tombs. Additional time can be arranged for more extensive sightseeing.
The Qing Eastern Tombs are in Zunhua, Hebei Province, southeast of Chengde.
Two days would be very compressed. We recommend three days or longer for a more comfortable journey.
No. Hotels are quoted separately unless explicitly included in your package.
A licensed guide can be arranged separately. We will confirm guide coverage for the different destinations in your quotation.
Tickets are quoted separately unless specified. Access to individual tomb sites depends on current opening arrangements.
Share your dates and group size. We'll prepare a personalized Beijing, Chengde, and Qing Eastern Tombs itinerary with a private transportation quotation.
