HE FU JI HOME DISH

The taste is good, I will come again next time, I like to eat noodles and stews

Traditional local food, many elderly people come to eat

Home-cooked food tastes good and is hygienic. Local brand.

Local home cooking, delicious, go there often.

Ordos City 3-Day 2-Night Travel Itinerary (Budget 5000 RMB) Suitable for: Desert adventurers, culture enthusiasts, photography aficionados Best Time to Travel: May-October (Pleasant weather, best for desert activities) 📅 Itinerary Overview Day 1: Arrival in Ordos → Xiangshawan (Desert Carnival) Day 2: Genghis Khan Mausoleum → Kangbashi New District (Tourist City) Day 3: Ordos Grassland → Return Trip 💰 Budget Allocation (2 people traveling together, 2500 RMB per person) Item | Cost (2 people) | Remarks Transportation | 1500-2000 | High-speed rail/airfare (approx. 200 RMB/person for high-speed rail from Beijing) Accommodation | 800-1000 | 2 nights in a comfortable hotel/yurt Dining | 600-800 | Hand-pulled mutton, milk tea, stewed lamb Chartered car | 600-800 | Chartered car required for some attractions Entrance fees | 400-600 | Desert + grassland + cultural attractions Experiences | 300-500 | Horse riding/sandboarding/camel riding 📝 Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Xiangshawan Desert Carnival Morning: Arrive in Ordos (Ejin Horo Airport/Dongsheng Station), chartered car directly to... Xiangshawan (1.5h drive) Lunch: Simple lunch within the scenic area (or bring your own food) Afternoon: Desert Experience (Entrance fee + cable car 130 RMB): Camel Riding (60 RMB/person) Sandboarding (boards provided free) Desert Off-Road Vehicle (150 RMB/person) Must-Shoot: Desert sunset, starry sky (stargazing is available if staying at the Lotus Hotel) Evening: Return to the city. Dinner recommendation: Hefuji Lamb (a local favorite) Overnight at a hotel in Dongsheng District (Recommended: Ordos Crowne Plaza Hotel, approximately 400 RMB/night) Day 2: Genghis Khan Mausoleum + Kangbashi Cultural Exploration Morning: Genghis Khan Mausoleum (Entrance fee 90 RMB, 40-minute drive): Visit the mausoleum palace and Sulede Altar Watch the live performance "Genghis Khan" (additional charge) Lunch: Lunch near the mausoleum area (recommended) (Hermitage Mongolian Meal) Afternoon: Kangbashi New District (Free): Visit the "Ghost City" landmarks: Wulanmulun Lake Fountain, Library, Museum Cycling or Hiking Tour Evening: Dinner Recommendation: Happy Little Sheep Hot Pot (Chain Brand, Delicious Meat) Overnight in Kangbashi District Hotel (Approx. 300-400 RMB/night) Day 3: Ordos Grassland - Horse Riding Morning: Chartered car to Ordos Grassland (2-hour drive, entrance fee 80 RMB) Experiences: Horse riding (100 RMB/hour) Archery, Mongolian song and dance performance (Free) Lunch: Grassland Mongolian yurt lunch (Roasted lamb chops + milk tea) Afternoon: Free time: Taking photos, grassland hiking Purchase local specialties before returning: Beef jerky, cheese Evening: Return trip 🌟 Travel Tips Transportation: Chartering a car is recommended for Xiangshawan and the grassland (SUV approx. 400 RMB/day). Taxis are available in Kangbashi. Outfit: High-top boots and a sun-protective face towel for the desert; a windproof jacket for the grasslands. Photography: Sunrise/sunset at Xiangshawan and the Kangbashi architectural complex are incredibly photogenic. Avoid pitfalls: Confirm in advance whether desert activities are included in the package to avoid additional charges. Estimated total cost: Approximately 5000 RMB for two people (including round-trip transportation from Beijing) to experience the desert, grasslands, and culture! If your budget allows, you can upgrade to the Xiangshawan Lotus Hotel (all-inclusive) or add a desert adventure to Qixing Lake 🌵🐫 #WorthVisitingAncientTownsAndVillages #CityCultureNotes