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5-Day Tour of Alxa-Zhongwei-Yinchuan: A Comprehensive Guide

Hey ladies! The aerial drone footage of Ulan Lake in Alxa is absolutely stunning, and camping in the desert under the starry Milky Way is breathtakingly beautiful! There's so much to do in Zhongwei and Yinchuan too. Here's a 5-day itinerary. Save it now~ -- 🛫Itinerary: DAY1️⃣: Arrive at Yinchuan Hedong International Airport—Check in to Yinchuan hotel As soon as we got off the plane, we felt Yinchuan's unique climate. On the way to the hotel, we were already looking forward to the upcoming adventure! DAY2️⃣: Hero Sculpture Square—Tengger Desert🏜️—Ulan Lake🌊 (aerial drone photography)—Camel Lake—Dream Desert Highway—Return to Tengger Desert for camping⛺️ (stargazing at the Milky Way🌌) Crossing the Tengger Desert, we captured the beautiful moments of Ulan Lake with a drone. At night, we camped in the desert, looked up at the starry sky, and felt as if we could touch the bright Milky Way. DAY3️⃣: Tengger Desert—Highway 66—Shapotou—South section of the Yellow River area in Shapotou Scenic Area Driving on Highway 66, we experienced the vastness and openness of the Northwest. The scenery of Shapotou is even more unforgettable, with the magnificent view of the Yellow River. DAY4️⃣: Western Xia Tombs—Western Xia Tombs Museum—Helan Mountain Rock Paintings—Zhenbeipu Western Film Studio We explored the historical relics of Western Xia and visited the precious cultural relics in the museum. Afterwards, we went to Helan Mountain to admire the ancient rock paintings, and then to Zhenbeipu Western Film Studio to experience the rich film and television culture. DAY5️⃣: Yinchuan city tour—Transfer to Hedong International Airport—End of trip🛬 We spent our last moments in Yinchuan city exploring freely and experiencing the charm of the city. Afterwards, we headed to the airport, carrying our wonderful memories, and concluded this unforgettable journey. -- **Things to note**: * Airport transportation🚗: Yinchuan Hedong International Airport is convenient, Zhongwei Shapotou Airport is close to the scenic area, and Alxa Left Banner and Alxa Right Banner airports offer multiple choices. * Souvenir prices💰: Zhongwei goji berries are high quality and affordable, perfect for gifts. * March weather🌦️: Large temperature difference between day and night. Daytime is warm and comfortable, while nighttime is cool. Remember to bring a thick coat. * Photo spots📸: Tengger Desert, Yellow River Resort, Highway 66. Excellent image quality! -- Alxa-Zhongwei-Yinchuan, a trip definitely worth taking! Save this post now and plan your next trip here!🚩
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Posted: Mar 21, 2025
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