Zhangjiakou Hebei, China Travel Guide
Structured planning makes your journey smoother.
A timeline guides your preparations effectively.
Begin the visa application process. This frequently takes several weeks.
Secure your international flights to Beijing (PEK or PKX).
Start planning your detailed itinerary, including major attractions.
Book high-speed rail tickets from Beijing to Zhangjiakou.
Book all your accommodations or inns in Zhangjiakou city.
Get and set up required apps: VPN (set up Before arrival), WeChat, Alipay, Baidu Maps, Didi Chuxing, Pleco.
Reconfirm all your flight, hotel, and train reservations.
Begin packing, considering climate-appropriate clothing and all necessary items. View Eagle Creek for packing organizers.
Notify your bank and credit card companies of your travel plans.
Securing bookings in advance prevents difficulties.
Informed travel begins with careful study.
Ensuring your home's readiness prior to departure.
Create a digital folder on your phone or cloud storage with scanned copies of your passport, visa, airline tickets, and insurance policy. This provides a backup in case of loss or theft.
Your first steps upon arrival in Zhangjiakou contribute to a smooth entry and orientation.
Pass through border control and customs at your port of entry (likely Beijing). Have your passport, visa, and completed arrival card ready.
Retrieve your checked baggage. Activate your local Chinese SIM card or ensure international roaming works. Access your VPN upon internet access.
Exchange currency at the airport or withdraw cash from an ATM. Arrange transport from your entry point to your accommodation.
Once at your accommodation, take a moment to locate it on a map and understand its immediate surroundings.
Familiarize yourself with nearby public transport options (bus stops, taxi stands).
Note the location of nearby convenience stores, pharmacies, and restaurants.
Take the airport express/subway to Beijing North or Qinghe Station, then a single high-speed train to Zhangjiakou.
Pre-arranged private transport or official airport taxis have direct routes.
Taxis and Didi are readily available to take you to your accommodation from the train station.
Local buses also connect to various city points.
These services provide efficient point-to-point travel within Zhangjiakou. Use the app for convenience.
Confirm your destination address clearly with the driver.
Write along the name and address of your hotel in Chinese characters. This is for taxi drivers or asking for directions.
A well-executed departure from Zhangjiakou concludes your trip positively.
Allocate ample time for each step of your departure.
Bring a small, empty bag in your main luggage. This provides extra space for souvenirs or dirty laundry.
It also helps separate dirty laundry from clean clothes for your return journey.
