Just 0.5 Hours from Chengdu! Sancha Lake Family Vacation × Grand Mercure Hotel

In the sweltering summer heat, the city feels like a steamer
With heatwaves and cicada chirps everywhere, there's no escape.
Instead of dozing off in an air-conditioned room,
Drive to Sancha Lake for a refreshing escape
Let the lake breeze wash away all your restlessness.

🚗 City Escape Transportation Guide:
📍 Sancha Lake Scenic Area, Jianyang City, Chengdu
⌚ Only 30-minute drive from Chengdu
🚗 About half an hour by car, or take Metro Line 18/19 to Sancha Station
✔ Recommended Activities: Boating, fishing, camping, lakeside cycling
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🏠 Hotel Recommendation: Grand Mercure Chengdu East
🏨 Hotel Highlights:
- Family rooms, gym, kids' play area, spiral staircase photo spot
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the lake, mountains, and Ferris wheel🎡
- Bustling commercial district right across the street
- Cribs provided for children under 2
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🌈 Family-Friendly Experiences:
✓ Speedboat or paddleboard to explore small islands
✓ Lakeside cycling or leisurely walks to enjoy the scenery
✓ Park jogging🏃, strolling, or hill climbing

🍴 Food Recommendations:
· Signature dishes at the hotel's Chinese restaurant
· French-style afternoon tea
· Complimentary breakfast for two
· Hotpot, BBQ, and cafes in the nearby commercial center
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📅 Suggested One-Day Itinerary:
11:00 Depart from Chengdu
12:00 Hotel check-in + lunch
13:00 Family activity time
14:30 Afternoon tea at the hotel
16:30 Boating🚣 at Sancha Lake
19:00 Sunset lakeside walk and park visit
20:30 Return to the hotel
21:00 Restful sleep
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A one-day city escape can be quite packed,
Especially with little ones adding unpredictability.
Plan ahead and stick to the schedule for a smooth trip!