Zhangjiakou — China’s version of Alpine romance!

Title: 2 days and 2 nights for 7,980 RMB, elope with your lover to the “Winter Olympic small town” Zhangjiakou! Couple’s firsthand experience: stay in a glass house on the snowy mountain, slide into the sea of clouds—this is the true Alpine romance of China! Who says romance has to be in Switzerland or Hokkaido? As a seasoned tour guide with 20 years of experience in Hebei’s cultural tourism, I took my lover for an in-depth experience. It turns out that Zhangjiakou, 180 kilometers west of Beijing, hides China’s wildest and most luxurious winter fairy tale! This place is not only the main venue for snow events of the 2022 Winter Olympics, but also boasts ski resorts comparable to Swiss mountain towns, starry sky wooden cabins above the clouds, and secret hot springs known only to two people. For two people traveling together, 2 days and 2 nights cost a total of 7,980 RMB, sleeping in a panoramic floor-to-ceiling window suite in Chongli Taiwu Town, skiing by day chasing the wind, soaking in a private hot spring by night watching the starry river. Even my lover said, “This trip isn’t just travel, it’s turning the movie ‘Love Letter’ into reality.” 🗓 Day 1: High-speed train to Chongli × Taiwu Town stroll × Snowy mountain sunset dinner Morning: ✅ Take the G-series high-speed train from [Beijing North Station/Qinghe Station] → [Taizicheng Station] (50-minute ride, 68 RMB per person) ✅ Upon exit, free hotel shuttle to [Taiwu Resort Town] (about 10 minutes by car) 12:00 noon: Check in at [Taiwu Ski Town · Hyatt Centric Hotel] 👉 Recommended room type: Superior Mountain View Twin Room (with breakfast, 1,580 RMB/night) 🔹 Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows facing the snowy mountains 🔹 5-minute walk to the cable car station 🔹 Ski storage and hot drink welcome amenities provided Lunch: Light meal at [Alpine Restaurant at the Foot of the Mountain]: Roast chicken Caesar salad + tomato basil soup + handmade bread basket, 260 RMB for two, healthy and warming. Afternoon: ▶ Change and collect ski tickets (recommended package: full-day skiing + 1-hour basic coach guidance, 880 RMB per person) ▶ Beginners can practice snowplow braking and turning skills on [Beginner slopes C/D] ▶ Intermediate skiers challenge the [Honghualiang Avenue], 3.2 km long, gentle slope flowing like flying on snow ▶ Non-skiers can also try: snow UTV off-road, dog sledding, snowmobiles (about 150–300 RMB per activity per person) Evening: Ascend to [Cloud 9 Mountain-top Restaurant] (requires cable car + walking, round trip 160 RMB per person), known as “the most beautiful sunset viewing platform in North China,” order a glass of red wine, quietly watch the sunset melt gold over the mountains, lover leans on shoulder whispering: “This moment is worth the ticket price.” Dinner: Return to town and enjoy a romantic dinner for two at [Black Squirrel German Restaurant]: German roasted pork knuckle + black pepper steak + beer barrel platter, with live piano performance, 580 RMB for two, atmosphere fully charged. 🌌 Day 2: Miyun Yunding Ski Resort × Private hot spring healing × Return to Beijing with memories Early morning: After checkout, store luggage, take a 15-minute taxi to [Yunding Ski Resort] (ski pass included) Morning: ▶ Ski upgrade challenge: Try the [U-shaped halfpipe] or [wild snow area] to feel speed and freedom Or book a [private couple’s lesson] (2 hours, 1,200 RMB per pair), professional coach filming and teaching throughout ▶ Between skiing, check in at [Olympic Award Plaza] and [Winter Olympic Memorial Wall], take photos to remember “we also chased the gold medal dream” Noon: Enjoy authentic northwestern Hebei flavors at [Yunding Grand Hotel · Lumingxuan Chinese Restaurant]: Stewed free-range chicken, oat noodles, Bashang mushroom soup, 320 RMB for two, hearty and warm. Afternoon 14:00: Check in at [Fulong Holiday Hotel · Starry Sky Private Hot Spring Room] (upgraded experience, 1,380 RMB per night) ▶ Window opens to snowy mountain forest ▶ Private hot spring bath in room with rose petal pack, barefoot in water instantly melts all fatigue ▶ Equipped with Bluetooth speaker, aroma lamp, blanket, perfect for cuddling and whispering Dusk: Drink hot mulled wine on the hotel terrace, watch the twilight gather, stars gradually appear. Before departure, buy souvenirs: Chongli quinoa gift box (98 RMB) Winter Olympic mascot Bing Dwen Dwen blind box (69 RMB each) Handmade wool socks (58 RMB per pair) Total about 300 RMB, exquisite and meaningful. 19:00 evening: Taxi back to [Taizicheng Station] → take high-speed train back to Beijing, ending a perfect trip. 💰 Total budget breakdown (for 2 people) Item Cost (RMB) High-speed train round trip 272 Transfer transportation 100 Accommodation (2 nights) 2,960 Meals (4 dinners, 2 breakfasts) 1,200 Ski tickets + coach 3,040 Entertainment 320 Souvenirs + emergencies 88 Total 7,980 RMB ✅ Why strongly recommend Zhangjiakou for couples? It’s not just a ski resort, but the only destination in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region with an “international mountain resort vibe”! One trip gains: 🔹 The growth feeling of conquering ski slopes together 🔹 Deep gazes under the sunset 🔹 Skin-to-skin warmth in the hot spring 🔹 Quietly counting stars embraced on snowy nights Spend 8,000 RMB for ultimate romance and physical and mental release—this is the ritual love deserves. 📌 Tour guide’s private tips: Buy ski tickets and rent equipment online in advance to save queue time; Private hot spring rooms need booking 3–7 days ahead, busy on holidays; Bring warm gear: thermal underwear, ski goggles, gloves, ear muffs; Customize a “love vow card” to post at the [Winter Olympic Love Mailbox] on the mountain top, official will mail a receipt back. ❤️ For all couples wanting to escape the noise: Don’t wait until winter ends to start your journey, On the snowy mountains of Zhangjiakou, You’re not tourists, but protagonists in each other’s stories. One snow, two hearts, three meals, four seasons, a lifetime in a glance.