Mulanweichang--the best palce for photograph in China

Have you ever heard Mulanweichang, do you know Saihanba National Forest Park? Saihanba State Forest Park is the biggest one in the North of China. It is located in the north of Chengde, a part of Mulan Hunting Ground ---the famous imperial hunting ground of Qing Dynasty. It is a very nice place for photograph.

How to get there:
-- By bus: Go to Xizhimen Bus Station (2 Beixiaguan, Xizhimen, Haidian District, 6217-3556) and take one heading for the County Seat of Weichang County. Buses for Weichang leave in the morning and depending on road conditions. It takes between six and eight hours to get there.
-- By train: Take Train 2189 from Beijing Train Station and take off at Siheyong, about a seven-hour ride; hard-sleeper ticket: about 70 yuan (US$8.80.) From Siheyong you need to take a bus to Weichang (about a 20-minute drive).

Once in Weichang, you will need to take either a public bus or a taxi to Sanhanba National Forest Park, which is roughly a one-hour drive.

Take notes

-Saihanba National Forest Park, on the average, is 1,500 meters above sea level. Make sure you bring sunblock, even in autumn!
-Daily temperature variations can be quite drastic; make sure to bring enough warm clothing.
-For those who go to the park by train and bus, it is better to hire a jeep in Weichang County to travel to forested zones. For those driving to the park for first time, it is better to hire a guide to avoid taking a roundabout way.
-There will be sudden rainstorms sometimes in the summer.

Recommend tour for photograph

5 days Mulanweichang Private Tour Pax:5 Duration:5 Days/4 Nights
Day 1,September 25, Beijing---Mulanweichang (L/D)
This early morning, you will be picked up from your Beijing hotel by private car, and then you will be transferred to Mulanweichang (500km, 7hours). Upon your arrival at Saihanba National Forest Park, you will visit Moon Lake, then pass Jiehe River to overnight in the hotel.
Overnight: Grassland Resort hotel
Day 2 , ,September 26, Mulanweichang (B/L/D)
Today, you will visit wucaishan, Donggou, Entertainment Basement, European Scenic Area.
Overnight: Grassland Resort hotel
Day3, ,September 27, Mulanweichang (B/L/D)
Today,you will visit Princess Lake, Wild Duck Lake, Jiangjiupoazi, Beigou
Overnight: Grassland Resort hotel
Day4, September 28, Mulanweichang (B/L/D)
Today, you will visit Xiaohongshan, Hamaba,Huamugou.
Overnight: Grassland Resort hotel
Day5, September 29, Mulanweichang---Beijing (B)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Beijing airport for you onward flight to Shanghai.
Price for 5 persons group: USD593  per person
Service Included: -Best Hotel accommodation in the Park (double occupancy) - Private car or van for transfers and sightseeing - Entrance fees as specified in the itinerary - Meals as specified in the itinerary (B= breakfast, L= Chinese lunch, D= Chinese dinner) - Experienced English speaking tour guide - Service Charges & Government Taxes - Travel Agency Liability Insurance
Service Not Included: - Domestic Flights fare - Personal expenses ,beverages, horse riding, etc. - Tips or gratuities to local driver and guide
Note: - Saihanba National Forest Park, on the average, is 1,500 meters above sea level. Make sure you bring sun block - Daily temperature variations can be quite drastic; make sure to bring enough warm clothing. - The hotel condition is not very good, no heater or air-condition in the room.
Optional personal activities: Off-road Car rental:USD107 per car per day  (3 person seat) Horse Riding: USD 9 per hour