As the summer vacation comes to an end, is there still a memorable trip missing from your travel list? Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city and head to the green mountains and waters of Pinggu to seize the tail end of summer!
DAY-1 Jinhai Lake Scenic Area - Jingdong Grand Canyon - Yexing Cafe
Jinhai Lake Scenic Area
If you don't want to travel far on the weekend but still want to enjoy the lake and mountain views, Jinhai Hu (Lake) in Pinggu is the perfect choice! Located in the northeast of Pinggu, Beijing, Jinhai Lake Scenic Area is centered around the large lake of Jinhai. The lake is vast, with a length of about 2-3 kilometers, surrounded by hills, offering beautiful scenery.
But just admiring the scenery is not enough; the highlight of Jinhai Hu (Lake) is the various water activities available. Here, you can experience the excitement of speedboats, the freedom of sailing, and the leisure of boat tours. After playing, you can relax and enjoy authentic local dishes at nearby resorts and farmhouses, allowing you to unwind. With 2-3 hours of leisurely activities, you can de-stress and enjoy the summer fun.
There are currently summer activities at Jinhai Lake Scenic Area, with special discounts for students, individual visitors, and family packages. In addition to student tickets, you can also enjoy family discounts, with each student able to purchase up to three family tickets. The family discount must be used in conjunction with student tickets, making it perfect for families to travel and play together. The activity discounts are available until August 31st, so grab the tail end of summer and enjoy the fun at Jinhai Hu (Lake)!
Address: Jinhai Lake Scenic Area
Jingdong Grand Canyon
Located in Shandongzhuang, Pinggu, Jingdong Grand Canyon is a national 4A-level scenic area consisting of the Grand Canyon and Jingtai Shan scenic areas. It is a comprehensive natural scenic area integrating high mountains, canyons, lakes, and deep pools. The canyon is full of unique peaks, known as the "wonders of Jingdong"; the glass skywalk built on the cliff of the "Wanzhang Cliff" allows you to walk as if in the clouds, adding an exciting element to this wonder. With blooming flowers in spring and colorful leaves in autumn, each season offers different views. Come and check in at Jingdong Grand Canyon, capturing the beauty of nature and unforgettable moments of travel!
Note: Jingdong Grand Canyon is temporarily closed today (August 28th). For the specific reopening time, please inquire with the official website of the scenic area.
Address: Jingdong Grand Canyon
Yexing Cafe
After enjoying the splendid natural scenery, why not find a hidden gem cafe to relax and unwind from your adventures? Yexing Cafe is nestled in the deep mountains of Taopeng Cun, where you can find antique furniture collected by the owner from around the world throughout the shop.
Every dessert and coffee in this unique cafe is carefully paired with tableware and cups. This creatively designed small shop attracts many tourists. Here, you can taste fragrant coffee, enjoy a peaceful time, and relax both body and mind.
Address: Yexing Cafe
DAY-2 Jingdong Karst Cave - Jingdong Shilinxia Scenic Area - Xiushui Jiayuan
Jingdong Karst Cave
Jingdong Karst Cave was developed in the Baiyun limestone formation of the Changcheng System in the Middle Proterozoic, dating back approximately 1.5 billion years. It is located in Heidouyu Cun, Pinggu, Beijing. The cave is over 2500 meters long, with a constant temperature of around 16°C throughout the year, providing a cool environment in summer and warmth in winter.
Jingdong Karst Cave combines digital art with natural caves, creatively using technologies such as AIGC, naked-eye 3D, projection, and lighting. Leveraging the 1.5 billion-year geological wonder of Jingdong Karst Cave, it creates an intelligent light and shadow art space that integrates culture, tourism, ecology, technology, and aesthetics. Visitors can experience the technology's light and shadow, immersive art, and flowing stories.
This summer, Jingdong Karst Cave has upgraded its light and shadow effects, and the Tianbengedie Cave is open to the public for the first time, with the Leisure Camp officially in operation. The scenic area has launched a summer ticket promotion for night sessions, offering half-price tickets until August 31. Night sessions are open from 17:30 to 21:00 daily, with half-price tickets during this period (not valid with other promotions).
Here, visitors can not only explore the magical world of karst caves and see various stalactites but also gain geological knowledge through entertaining activities, transforming into adventurers. It is very suitable for bringing children to play and learn. Enjoy a parent-child trip of learning while playing at Jingdong Karst Cave!
Note: Jingdong Karst Cave's night session is temporarily closed today (August 28). Please consult the official website for the specific reopening time.
Address: Jingdong Karst Cave Tourist Area
Jingdong Shilinxia Scenic Area
The mountain breeze blows through the Shilinxia, with the stream murmuring and the colorful pools dreamlike. Walking along the pools, you will see various landscapes. There is also a 400-meter-high titanium alloy flying saucer observation deck, where you feel like you are above the clouds, looking down at the towering peaks of the stone forest.
At the foot of the mountain, there is a cute pet park that captivates children and adults with adorable pets and various trendy entertainment options that are hard to resist!
Don't miss the end of summer vacation, come to Stone Forest Gorge before school starts, and leave with unforgettable memories at a discounted rate!
Address: Jingdong Shilinxia Scenic Area
Xiushui Jiayuan
Xiushui Jiayuan Homestay Restaurant is close to attractions such as Huangsongyu Reservoir, Shilinxia, Hudongshui, Tianyun Shan (Mountain), and Jingdong Karst Cave.
In order to meet the diverse taste preferences of tourists, Xiushui Jiayuan has carefully developed and crafted a variety of exquisite dishes such as specialty roasted lamb, stewed rooster, and tofu pudding, combining colors, flavors, and aromas to make guests linger and enjoy.
Address: Xiushui Jiayuan Homestay (Shilinxia Branch)
Accommodation Choices
Beijing Jinhai Lake Yacht Resort Hotel
The hotel is located by Jinhai Hu (Lake), surrounded by mountains and water, offering beautiful scenery and a large lawn for guests to camp for free.
This is a modern boutique resort hotel that integrates accommodation, dining, large-scale business meetings, and various entertainment and leisure services. The rooms are all decorated in a European style with complete facilities; the wide windows offer beautiful views of the lake, mountains, and sky, providing a comfortable and relaxing place to enjoy the scenery.
Address: Beijing Jinhai Lake Yacht Resort Hotel
Jinta Xiangu Resort Town
Jinta Xiangu Resort Town is close to Jinhai Hu (Lake), Jingdong Karst Cave, Shilinxia, and other scenic areas, nestled in the embrace of nature, simple and full of vitality. The town's courtyards are elegant and built against the mountains, blending the rural courtyards of the plains and hills with the surrounding tall trees, bamboo forests, rivers, and farmland in a harmonious unity with nature and people.
Address: Beijing Jinta Xiangu Resort Town
Xiangshu Hongle Boutique Homestay
Oak Red Boutique Homestay is located in Taopeng Cun, Shandong Zhuang, adjacent to the Jingdong Grand Canyon Scenic Area, with beautiful natural surroundings and preserved original village architectural forms and styles. The exterior of Xiangshu Hongle is mainly based on traditional Huizhou architecture, currently consisting of a comprehensive building and multiple courtyards of different styles, including Wangshan (quadrangle dwelling), Shuiyuan, Baima, Shanding, Taoli Xuelu, and Donglinanshan, each courtyard with its own unique style, hiding different stories and flavors.
Address: Xiangshu Hongle Boutique Homestay
As the summer vacation is coming to an end, why not seize the last good moments, bring your family and friends, and head to the mountains and waters of Pinggu. With a relaxed itinerary, rich experiences, and delicious farmhouse dishes, let this suburban trip become the warmest page of your summer.
Friendly reminder: Due to frequent weather changes recently, please pay attention to weather forecasts and the opening/closing notices of scenic spots before you set off, so as not to affect your travel plans.
