3 Days 2 Nights Essential Tour Guide to Bashang Grassland

Want to escape the city's hustle and bustle and enjoy an immersive grassland journey? This guide will help you unlock the stunning scenery and unique experiences of Bashang Grassland. Preparation Before Departure For clothing, the grassland has a large temperature difference between day and night, so even in summer, bring long-sleeve jackets and long pants to keep warm and protect against insects. The UV rays are strong during the day, so sunscreen clothing, sun hats, sunglasses, and high-SPF sunscreen are essential. Remember to bring your ID card; if driving, also bring your driver's license, and any discount cards you have. Additionally, don't forget power banks, motion sickness medicine, mosquito repellent spray, toiletries, snacks, and water. Itinerary Planning Day 1: Encounter the Grassland and Nomadic Culture Arrive in the morning at the National 4A-level scenic spot, Jingbei No.1 Grassland. Take the "Grassland" train to travel across the grassland, enjoying the beautiful views of Jinlian Lake and Shandian River along the way. Participate in 22 recreational activities such as grass sliding and archery. For lunch, try roasted whole lamb and hand-held mutton, costing about 200-300 RMB per person. In the afternoon, head to the nomadic tribe, put on a Mongolian robe to join the Nadam Festival, watch exciting wrestling and horse racing performances, listen to Khoomei and long songs, and taste milk tea and fried rice. Day 2: Forest Exploration and Off-road Adventure In the morning, enter the Colorful Forest and take a vintage train through the forest sea. Interact with alpacas and sika deer at the forest ranch. For lunch, enjoy iron pot stewed big fish by Tianjing Lake; the fish is tender, and the corn cakes soak up the broth, making it delicious. In the afternoon, start the off-road adventure on the Cloud Sky Road, riding professional off-road vehicles across the grassland mountains. Check in at "Grassland Stage," "Peak of Cloud Sky Road," and "Grassland Altay." Return at sunset, and in the evening, join the bonfire party. Day 3: Explore Milk Lake In the morning, follow the guide to explore Milk Lake, whose water is a warm milky white due to minerals, shimmering under the sunlight. The surrounding meadows with cattle and sheep create a paradise-like scene. For lunch, taste local farmhouse dishes such as wild vegetable scrambled eggs and potato stewed ribs. In the afternoon, pack up and return home with beautiful memories. Transportation and Accommodation If driving from Beijing, take the Jingcheng Expressway to Chengchi Expressway; the whole trip takes 4-5 hours, with stops allowed anytime to enjoy the scenery. For public transport, first go to Chengde or Zhangjiakou, then transfer to a shuttle bus or chartered car. Accommodation is recommended at Squirrel Inn, which offers comfortable rooms, some with scenic views; unique homestays are also charming, some with small courtyards suitable for barbecues and stargazing, all within 1,000 RMB per night.