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Autumn Hiking Paradise: Wulanbutong in September and October

🍁 Who says grasslands are only beautiful in summer? Wulanbutong's autumn scenery is truly divine. 🌄 The sunrise with morning mist feels surreal, and under the glow of the sunset, the golden grasslands shimmer brilliantly. 🙋🏻‍♀️ For those planning a hiking trip in September or October, don't miss this incredible route. ✅ Less crowded ✅ Stunning views ✅ Beginner-friendly ✅ Great value! - 🔥【Wulanbutong Autumn Hiking Group: September-October】 ➡️ Hiking Distance: 40KM (34km grassland hiking + 6km Great Wall hiking) ➡️ Recommended Hiking Period: Mid-September to early October (peak autumn colors) ➡️ Hiking Duration: 5 days, 4 nights 🔥 Itinerary Overview: 𝒅1: Beijing - Chengde 𝒅2: Chengde - via Saihanba - European-style grasslands - Film Base - Wulanbutong 𝒅3: Full day in Wulanbutong 𝒅4: Full day at Private Ranch (grasslands - birch forest - primitive forest) - Chengde 𝒅5: Chengde - Jinshanling Great Wall - Beijing . 🔥 Detailed Hiking Routes: European-style Grasslands 🚶‍♀️ 8km ➡️ Difficulty: ★ 🍁 Pristine Meadows: Golden pastures stretching to the horizon, dotted with dandelion fluff in autumn. 🍁 European-style Hills: Undulating grasslands interspersed with birch forests. 🍁 Film Base Sunset: Reach the summit around 7:00 PM for haystack silhouettes and golden sunset hues, cinematic vibes guaranteed. . Wulanbutong Grasslands 🚶‍♀️ 16km ➡️ Difficulty: ★★★ 🍁 Huagulu Terrace: Wild chrysanthemums bloom in September; crouch down to capture bees collecting nectar up close. 🍁 Qiqige Lake: Azure waters reflecting clouds, with occasional sightings of horses drinking. 🍁 Princess Lake: Surrounded by birch forests, the lake appears ethereal in the morning mist. . Private Ranch 🚶‍♀️ 10km ➡️ Difficulty: ★★ 🍁 Birch Forest: Walk on a 30cm-thick carpet of fallen leaves, collect heart-shaped leaves as bookmarks. 🍁 Forest Oxygen Bar: Mixed forest of Siberian pine and sandy spruce, filled with pine fragrance. 🍁 Sunrise Mist: Reach the high point by 5:50 AM to witness a sea of mist rolling over golden meadows. . Jinshanling Great Wall 🚶‍♀️ 6km ➡️ Difficulty: ★★ 🍁 Flower-filled Watchtowers: Apricot blossoms cover the trails in April-May, while red maple leaves dominate in October. 🍁 Sea of Clouds: Post-rain sunny days often reveal waves of clouds swirling around the beacon towers. - 💪🏼 Hardcore Hiking Group Support ✅ Support vehicle accompanying throughout the hike ✅ Capturing the charm of sunset at the Film Base ✅ Mongolian feast: Welcome dinner + celebration banquet ✅ Experience Mongolian culture: Roast lamb, ceremonial wine, and Hada presentation ✅ Customized hiking certificates and medals for a sense of achievement - 🔥 Wulanbutong Autumn Hiking Group is now forming! 📩 Contact us for more hiking details & gear checklist
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