Meiling Valley Day Tour! [With Guide]

Here is a Meiling Valley guide: Transportation Guide: Self-driving: From Beijing, take the Beijing-Chengde Expressway, continue towards Chifeng after passing the Anziling Service Area, pass the Maojingba Toll Station, exit at the Wangyedian Meiling exit, turn left at the first intersection after exiting the expressway, drive about 10 km along the asphalt road, and turn left after seeing the Meiling Valley Ski Resort sign, then drive 2 km to reach the destination. From Chifeng City, take the Chifeng-Maojingba First-Class Highway directly to the scenic area. Public transportation: First, take a bus to Jinshan Town in Chifeng, about 1.5 hours, then transfer to Meiling Town, and then take a chartered car to the scenic area. Best time to visit: Meiling Valley is suitable for visiting all year round. Spring: Everything comes back to life, the vegetation in the valley begins to rejuvenate, the mountains are covered with tender green, the scenery is fresh and pleasant, suitable for spring outings and walks, and feel the vitality of nature. Summer: The climate is cool, making it a great place to escape the heat. The average temperature is only about 20°C, and the lush forests and grasslands provide plenty of oxygen. You can walk or ride in the valley and enjoy the coolness and tranquility. Autumn: The most beautiful season in Meiling Valley, the leaves become colorful, the golden birch forest, fiery red maple leaves, and green pines and cypresses intertwine to form a beautiful picture, a paradise for photography enthusiasts. Winter: Meiling Valley Ski Resort is open, with high-quality ski slopes and complete ski facilities, a paradise for ski enthusiasts. Recommended attractions: Kangning Temple: Built during the reign of Kublai Khan in the Yuan Dynasty, it is one of the Tibetan Buddhist temples in the Karaqin Banner. The temple is built by the mountain and water, with a grand scale and unique architectural style, appearing harmonious and solemn against the blue sky. Here you can feel the solemnity and tranquility of Buddhist culture and hear the sound of chanting. Maliandao: There is a large birch forest, one of the must-visit attractions in Meiling Valley. Play along the mountain road, pass through the birch forest, and see the colorful trees in the mountains, beautiful scenery, and great for photography. Xiaomeiling: There is a large grassland, with colorful mountains and trees, green grass, and babbling streams, a great place for camping. Dripping Water Pot: Hanging on the stone cliff wall on one side of Aobao Liang in Meiling Township, about 30 meters high. Formed by rainwater seeping and accumulating in the mountain belly, dripping continuously throughout the year. In summer, when the water is abundant, it forms a small waterfall, pouring down from the top of the cliff, very spectacular; in winter, it forms ice hanging several feet long, unique. Ski Resort (Winter): Meiling Valley Ski Resort is one of the largest ski resorts in Asia, with long and varied ski slopes and high forest coverage. Whether you are a beginner or a professional skier, you can find suitable ski slopes here and enjoy the fun of skiing. Recommended food: Dui Jia: A traditional snack in Chifeng, with a crispy outer skin and smoked meat inside, crispy and delicious. Aohan Bo Mian: The noodles are chewy, the sauce is rich, and the taste is smooth. Mongolian Cold Noodles: Made from starch, with a smooth texture, served with chili oil, vinegar, and other seasonings, sour and spicy, appetizing. Roast Whole Lamb: A local specialty, with crispy skin and tender meat, rich aroma. Accommodation options: Meiling Valley Four Seasons Mountain Hotel: Located in Meiling Valley Comprehensive Tourist Resort, convenient transportation. The hotel is mainly Tibetan-style, introducing the internationally advanced SKI-IN/OUT design concept, allowing skiers to ski in and out directly from the hotel. Farmhouse: Experience local customs and taste farmhouse dishes, such as Chifeng Meiling Valley Erzi Whole Lamb Banquet Farmhouse, where you can eat freshly slaughtered and roasted whole lamb, roasted lamb chops, and other specialties. Homestay: Some characteristic homestays are available, with a warm environment, and some homestays also provide charging piles and other convenient facilities. Travel tips: If time permits, you can choose to drive or ride around the valley and enjoy the scenery along the way. Visitors who like hiking can walk along the greenway in Meiling Valley, a greenway about 26 km long connecting multiple attractions, allowing you to fully experience the charm of nature. Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery of Meiling Valley, especially the colorful autumn and snowy winter. During the tour, pay attention to environmental protection and do not litter.