6-day luxury tour of the Hexi Corridor in Gansu (supports foreign guest registration + intangible cultural heritage handicraft experience + Singing Sand Mountain makeup)
Departing from Lanzhou
Lanzhou
Gansu's natural scenery and the history of the Han Dynasty in China have been present on this land for thousands of years. Today, the convenience of transportation offers more choices, making travel to Northwest China more accessible. Uoyo Trip invites you to personally experience the natural scenery of the Hexi Corridor and the local intangible cultural heritage. Experience the artistic conception of "grape wine in jade cups at night" from Chinese poetry.
- 🌄 [Luxury Hotel Selection] Accommodation standards that match what you see, making your stay an important part of your journey!
- Jiayuguan Mingjia Huinuojin Hotel & A model of residence at the foot of the majestic pass
- Dunhuang Manor & An ancient castle secret in the depths of the desert, the hotel's breakfast area - the terrace offers a panoramic view of the Mingsha Mountain landscape
- Danma Sihai Hotel, Piaoqi General Camp & A luxurious grassland experience that transcends ancient and modern times, a small wooden house favored by many artists
- 🌿 [Special Experience]:
- Stroll along the Zhongshan Bridge scenic line, sample Lanzhou's local Yellow River afternoon tea (Sanpaotai), and eat "China's No. 1 Noodle" - Lanzhou beef noodles
- Experience the Ruan's intangible cultural heritage gourd production and carve your own artwork
- The Buddhist rhyme in the depths of the Qilian Mountains [Mati Temple Grottoes]
- Wine tasting at Zixuan Winery, an immersive experience of the entire wine-making process
- Watch the most beautiful sunset at Qicai Danxia
- The "border key" of the millennium, Jiayuguan
- The Palace of Human Art - Mogao Grottoes A Ticket (2 digital movies, 8 caves in peak season from April to November, 12 caves in off-season from November to March, subject to official scenic spot announcements)
- Tips: Because Mogao Grottoes tickets are subject to real-name reservations and the number of Class A tickets and Class B tickets (emergency tickets) are limited every day. Therefore, reservations are required one month in advance during the peak season. Customer service will provide 1V1 guidance on ticket purchases after placing the order.
- If Mogao Grottoes A tickets are sold out, they will be changed to B tickets, and the ticket price difference will be refunded. Thank you for your understanding.
What to expect
① Pre-Departure Notice
Within 24 hours of placing your order, we will send you detailed itinerary and vehicle information via email. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.
②【Pick-up and Drop-off Time and Location】
- Airport/Station Pick-up: Pick-up at the airport according to your flight time within 24 hours of the start of the trip.
- Airport/Station Drop-off: Drop-off at the airport 2-3 hours before your flight time.
③ Introduction to Scenic Attractions
- Yellow River Scenery Line: In the morning, slurp down a bowl of “clear broth and white noodles” Lanzhou beef noodles, then go to the Provincial Museum to explore history. Afterwards, appreciate the Ruan’s intangible cultural heritage gourd, and taste Sanpaotai by the Yellow River. Stroll through Zhengning Road Night Market, barbecue with glutinous rice wine, full of Lanzhou customs.
- Mogao Grottoes: Each cave of the Mogao Grottoes is like a window to a thousand years. The flying apsaras on the murals are still dancing, and the Buddhas are still looking down. Passing over the mottled colors, it seems to touch the temperature of 1,600 years ago.
- Mingsha Mountain Flying Apsaras: At Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, put on a flying apsaras costume, willow-leaf eyebrows with phoenix eyes, a floral mark on the forehead, and swaying tassel hair ornaments. Standing on the dunes in flowing clothes, or stopping by the spring, the setting sun shines down, as if walking out of the Dunhuang murals, and every photo is a beautiful ancient style blockbuster.
④ Itinerary:
- DAY1: Lanzhou Beef Noodles—Provincial Museum or Gansu Museum—Ruan's Intangible Cultural Heritage Gourd—Lanzhou Scenery Line [Yellow River Sanpaotai]—Zhengning Road Night Market (approximately 80KM/1H30min)
- DAY2: Tiantishan Grottoes—Shandan Army Horse Ranch (approximately 550KM/5H30min)
- Because Shandan Army Horse Ranch is closed from October 5th to early May of the following year, the D2 itinerary is changed to:
- Lanzhou—Tiantishan Grottoes—Kumarajiva Temple—Leitai Han Tomb—Wuwei
- DAY3: Wuwei—Mati Temple Grottoes—Zhangye (approximately 300KM/4H)
- DAY4: Zhangye—Colorful Danxia Scenic Area—Jiayuguan Guancheng—Zixuan Winery Visit and Wine Tasting (approximately 300KM/3H)
- DAY5: Jiayuguan—Son of the Earth—Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring (approximately 400KM/5H)
- DAY6: Mogao Grottoes—Dunhuang Airport, it is recommended to drop off passengers for flights after 15:00 (approximately 15KM/30 minutes)

DAY1: Lanzhou City Culture and Local Life Tour
Start your morning with an authentic bowl of Lanzhou beef noodles, featuring "clear broth, white radish, red chili oil, green cilantro, and yellow noodles." The rich beef bone broth coats the chewy noodles,

Step inside the Provincial Museum and encounter the "Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow," transcending millennia. Witness the dynamic pose of the bronze horse with three feet in the air, and experience the pinnacle of Han Dynasty bronze craftsma

In the studio of an intangible cultural heritage inheritor, watch as small gourds transform into works of art. Delicate carvings and vibrant paintings encapsulate the folk customs and cultural memories of Lanzhou in a small space. Personally experience th

Stroll along the Yellow River Scenic Line, watch the Yellow River surge eastward, sit down at a tea stall, and enjoy a cup of "Sanpaotai" tea. The longan, red dates, and wolfberries release their aroma in the lidded bowl. Slowly savor the tea's fragrance,

As night falls, the Zhengning Road Night Market comes alive, filled with the aromas of grilled skewers, the sweet fragrance of sweet fermented oats, and the sweet scent of milk, egg, and fermented rice wine. Enjoy a sizzling, juicy grilled skewer and a wa

DAY2: Silk Road Relics and Grassland Grandeur Tour
Say goodbye to Lanzhou and drive to the Tiantishan Grottoes. As the "originator of Chinese grottoes," the Buddha statues on the steep cliffs have maintained their solemn and dignified posture through tho

Arrive at Shandan Army Horse Ranch, the world's oldest royal horse ranch, a place of ultimate grassland romance. On the endless green carpet, herds of galloping horses pass by, raising bursts of fresh grass fragrance. Choose a docile horse, and with the g

Revised Itinerary after Shandan Army Horse Ranch Closure:
DAY2: Lanzhou – Tiantishan Grottoes – Kumarajiva Temple – Leitai Han Tomb
The temple features ancient buildings in a scattered layout, with incense smoke curling in the air. The solemn Kumarajiva

DAY3: Sunrise on the Grassland & Grotto Wonders Journey
In the early morning, head to the Shandan Army Horse Ranch grassland and await an unmissable grassland sunrise. As the first golden light breaks through the horizon, painting the grassland a warm or

Say goodbye to the grasslands and head to Mati Temple Grottoes. Famous for its "Thirty-Three Heavens" grotto, it holds a perfect blend of nature and human art. Climb the narrow stone steps, and the layered grottoes come into view. The Buddha statues insid

DAY4: Journey to the Amazing Danxia Landforms and the Strategic Pass on the Silk Road
The colorful Danxia landforms in the early morning are nature's most generous gift. Sunlight spills over the rolling mountains, with red, yellow, orange, green, and oth

Leaving Danxia, drive to Jiayuguan Fortress. As the western starting point of the Ming Great Wall, the majesty and magnificence of the "First Magnificent Pass Under Heaven" are fully displayed here. Touching the ancient city walls and overlooking the vast

After visiting the Jiayuguan Fortress, proceed to Zixuan Winery. Step inside the massive underground wine cellar, where rows of oak barrels are neatly arranged, and the air is filled with the rich aroma of wine. Learn about the entire process from grape p

DAY5: Gobi Art, Dunhuang-Inspired Makeover, and Desert Wonders Tour
Depart in the early morning and drive to the "Child of the Earth" sculpture in the Gobi Desert. This colossal baby sculpture lies prostrate on the desolate landscape. Its pure eyes creat

Upon arriving in Dunhuang, begin your exclusive "Apsara Makeover" experience. A professional makeup artist will create a look inspired by the Dunhuang murals. Then, slip into a flowing Hanfu or Apsara costume and instantly travel back to Dunhuang a thousa

After completing your makeover, head to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring. Watch the sand dunes outline gentle curves in the setting sun. Arrive at Crescent Spring, where the clear waters reflect the sand dunes and sunset glow, like a sapphire embedded

DAY 6: Peak Dunhuang Cultural Experience and Return Journey
In the early morning, head to the Mogao Grottoes. Led by a professional guide, step into a series of exquisite caves to see the bold and unrestrained murals of the Northern Wei Dynasty, the magn
Reviews
Review for: Top Choice 4-Diamond Hotel
I'd like to extend a special thanks to our driver and guide, Zhang Tao (小张), for our 6-day, 5-night trip through the Hexi Corridor. The vehicle was clean and comfortable, and he drove safely. He was very patient and considerate towards my parents. We often ran over schedule when taking photos, and he was always accommodating, sometimes even missing his own meal or rest breaks as a result, but he never complained. He was truly thoughtful and I highly recommend him!
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- 【About Language】The tour provides a Chinese-speaking driver-guide service. Translators (free) or English-speaking guides (paid upgrade required) are available. Please inform our customer service of your needs in advance.
- 【About Contact】Please ensure your contact method is accessible. After successful booking, staff will contact you within 24 hours. Travelers from mainland China will be contacted by phone/WeChat; travelers from Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and overseas will receive contact information via Klook voucher and will be contacted through the contact method you provided.
- 【About Transportation】For this tour, travelers need to take transportation from their place of departure to Lanzhou on their own. It is recommended to arrive at the station about 1 hour before the train departure time and 3 hours before the plane departure time on the day of departure. If the trip is delayed due to the traveler's personal reasons for missing transportation, no refund will be given. Thank you for your understanding.
- 【About Admission】All scenic spots require the original ID card or passport/Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents/Taiwan Compatriot Permit for admission. Please be sure to bring the documents you filled in when placing the order. If you are unable to enter the scenic spot due to forgetting to bring relevant documents or incorrect documents, any additional costs incurred will be borne by you.
- 【About Accommodation】The default arrangement is a twin room, with 2 adults in one room. This tour cannot be shared. If you are traveling with an odd number of adults, please be sure to purchase a single room supplement. A single room will be arranged for you if you are traveling alone; if 3 adults are traveling, purchase an additional "single room supplement" and two rooms will be arranged for you.
- 【Recommended Items to Bring】
- Please put your water cup, rain gear, and personal medicines in your personal carry-on bag.
- The temperature difference is large during the trip, so please prepare a jacket that is easy to put on and take off for adding or removing layers as needed.
- Documents: Identification documents
- Clothing: Winter warm jacket (windbreaker/light down jacket) x2, autumn long sleeves and trousers x2, swimsuit x1, long pajamas x1, underwear x3, socks x3, sports shoes/hiking shoes x1, warm hat x1, sun hat x1, warm gloves x1
- Daily necessities: sunglasses, insulated water cup, umbrella/raincoat, sunscreen, lipstick, moisturizer, hand warmer, personal toiletries bag, personal medicines, backpack/waist bag (for carrying personal belongings in scenic spots)
- Food: There are dining places along the way. You can bring a small amount according to your personal preferences.
- There are souvenir shops in various scenic spots and small shops in rest stops along the way. Please purchase with caution to avoid being deceived. You should ask for purchase invoices and related certificates when purchasing goods. The invoices and certificates should be properly kept. If you shop in these places, it is entirely your personal behavior and has nothing to do with the travel agency.
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