Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
Chinese Yuan
1USD = 7.07CNY
Official languages
Chinese
Best time to visit
SEP - OCT
Clear skies, cool breezes, and stunning views along the Yellow River.

Lanzhou
Straddling the mighty Yellow River, Lanzhou is where Silk Road history meets bold northwest flavour. Marvel at the famous Zhongshan Iron Bridge, ride the Lanzhou Waterwheel Garden, or hike the golden hills of Five Spring Mountain Park. Fuel your adventures with the city’s iconic Lanzhou hand-pulled beef noodles, celebrated across China for their rich broth and springy texture. Visit the Gansu Provincial Museum to trace the region’s Silk Road legacy and admire relics from ancient trade routes.
For travellers seeking history, hearty cuisine, and sweeping river views, Lanzhou offers a vibrant and authentic Chinese experience.
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Tours • From Lanzhou
Lanzhou Bingling Temple Grottoes Full-Day Small Group Tour
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6-Day Dream Tour of Northwest Lanzhou Hexi Corridor (Foreign Nationals Welcome + Mogao Grottoes + Jiayuguan + Rainbow Danxia + Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring + Yadan National Geological Park + Dunhuang Painting Academy Experience)
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Klook China Qinghai & Gansu Private Customized Tour (Chaka Salt Lake
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Tours • Lanzhou
One-day tour to Yellow River Stone Forest National Geological Park from Lanzhou
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[Private Customized Tour] 5-Day Silk Road Journey in Gansu Hexi Corridor (Foreign Nationals Welcome + Mogao Grottoes World Heritage Site + Mati Temple Grottoes + Singing Sand Mountain and Crescent Lake + Rainbow Danxia + Jiayuguan)
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Tours • From Lanzhou
5-Day Luxury Tour of the Gansu Hexi Corridor (Horseback Riding at Shandan Army Horse Ranch + Mingsha Mountain Makeover + Rugged Off-Road Exploration of the Ancient Silk Road/Dunhuang West Line Day Tour + Yadan Sunset + Rainbow Mountains + Mogao Grottoes)
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6-Day Luxury Tour of the Hexi Corridor & Dunhuang in Gansu
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Revisiting the Silk Road & Gansu Xinjiang 10-Day 9-Night In-Depth Tour
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Half-day historical tour of Labrang Monastery in Lanzhou
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US$ 87.55
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One-day tour to Bingling Temple from Lanzhou: Ride the waves at Lianhua Ferry and take a speedboat directly to Bingling Temple! Professional driver + experienced tour guide, creating the perfect cultural adventure!
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Hotels in Lanzhou
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Hotels • Lanzhou
Pod choice (Lanzhou West Railway Station & University of technology store)
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IU Hotel (Lanzhou Center Xiaoxihu Subway Station)
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Super 8 Hotel (Lanzhou Dongfanghong Metro Station)
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Reviews of Lanzhou activities
Klook User
2025-10-27 21:15:30
Fantastic 5.0
Very well organized day trip to Bingling.
(I hsd to rate a guide, but this was without one.)
We don't speak Chinese, but there was someone to translate. It could help if the driver had some sentences ready, such as "30 minutes here".
Overall it was an easy enough day, although I think that another 30 minutes at Bingling would be better. We felt rushed to get back on the boat.
Also, the back seat of the van was back-breaking for me.
Chen *****
2025-10-08 12:38:02
Fantastic 5.0
Just got back from an amazing trip to the wild open spaces! ⛰️ From the initial itinerary selection and route planning to last-minute adjustments, the customer service team was always in touch, providing helpful answers and solutions. The local driver and guide were also fantastic, showing us all the best sights, tastes, and experiences. I'll definitely be back! [Thumbs up emoji]
HUI *********
2025-10-29 09:00:41
Fantastic 5.0
Gansu is an underrated place. Pingshan canyon rivals that of GRAND canyon. The In-depth tour is an amazing experience. Mingsha mountain is definitely unforgettable. The grottos paint a breath taking, rich history that is captivating. Driver/ guide Xiao Cao was very experienced and responsible in arranging everything!
Tan ********
2025-10-05 07:23:34
Fantastic 5.0
A great experience, perfect for those who don't want to plan an itinerary. I highly recommend the no man's land tour – an unforgettable experience. The drivers were also very dedicated and considerate, buying us bottled water and cantaloupe while we were visiting the attractions. Very thoughtful!
Meliana *******
2025-07-21 05:18:40
Great 4.0
Itinerary was good. We enjoyed the tour. Our tour guide, Li Tao who drove us along the way was a good person and he helped us through our journey. One thing about this tour is that Mogao Grottoes tickets for foreigner can only be bought by the clients. It was included in the package but I had to buy my own tickets. Tour agent eventually reimbursed me but that took a bit of time, after i finished the tour.
Klook客路用户
2025-09-25 06:16:28
Great 4.0
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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