2025 Zhongwei Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in December)

Finally understood what "speechless beauty" means❄️ On a -20℃ morning in Hemu, I stumbled upon the crack between reality and illusion. At 8 AM, waiting by the frost-covered pine forest, Suddenly! The moment the morning light pierced through the cold mist, Countless ice crystals collectively ignited in the air, Forming a translucent giant pillar dozens of meters high. The snowfield was instantly edged in gold, Smoke from the wooden houses twisted and rose within the light curtain, As if an invisible hand had pushed open a dimensional door🚪 Photography tips ramble: 1️⃣ Must shoot against the light! Must use a wide-angle lens! 2️⃣ The golden time is 20 minutes before and after sunrise 3️⃣ Keep your camera and hand warm with heat packs inside your down jacket 4️⃣ Set continuous shooting mode to the max, 15 shots per second 5️⃣ Prepare lens cloths to prevent frost and fog buildup When the light pillar engulfed the entire snowfield, Even the local herders stopped to look up. This fleeting magic Is more stunning than the aurora and more real than a mirage. 📍 Hemu Village, Altay Region, Xinjiang 🎒 Gear reference: thick shell pants + thermal underwear + snow grips 💡 Hidden perk: The first 30 visitors daily receive a warm hand power bank.

G! Who says ancient poetry is all made up? 🏜️ Coming to Shapotou in Ningxia, I finally realized that the scene described in "The lone smoke rises straight in the vast desert, the long river sets the sun round" really exists! 🌅 📍Address: Shapotou District, Zhongwei City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region 🎫Ticket: 80 RMB (includes basic activities) 💯Must-try TOP1: Sheepskin! Raft! 🛶 What kind of magical transportation is this?? Sitting in this ancient sheepskin boat, gently drifting on the Yellow River, it takes you back a thousand years in just one minute✨ Ticket price 60 RMB, absolutely worth it! ✨Step-by-step experience guide: 8:00 Meet at the East Gate of the scenic area 8:10 📍Yellow River Pier 8:30 🛶30-minute sheepskin raft drifting 9:00 📸Crazy photo session of people + scenery 10:00 🚡Cable car return (Recommended to come back before 4 PM to catch the sunset) 📸Magical photo spots: 1️⃣Sunset viewing platform (with Yellow River + sand dunes) 2️⃣Shapotou Bridge (to capture the winding Yellow River) 3️⃣Sand sliding area (super thrilling and get a panoramic view of the dunes) 4️⃣On the sheepskin raft (make sure to capture natural moments) ⚠️Hard-earned tips: ✅Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Sunscreen! Important things said three times! ✅Bring sports shoes + hole shoes (your shoes will get wet during drifting) ✅5-7 PM is the golden hour for sunset photos ✅Buy the scenic area combo ticket in advance (long queues on site) ✅Remember to wear bright colors (a red dress is a perfect match!) 🏨Accommodation tips: Recommended to stay in Zhongwei city📍 Price range 150-300 RMB/night At night, you can check out the 【Xiangyang Pedestrian Street】 night market Grilled lamb skewers 🍢 + fermented milk rice wine are a perfect combo! 🚗Transportation: 1.5 hours drive from Yinchuan or take the high-speed train to Zhongwei Station 🚄 + 20 min taxi 💓My favorite moment: Sitting on the sheepskin raft looking back at the sunset, golden sunlight shining on the Yellow River surface, the distant sand dunes look like they are gilded, at this moment I truly understood the grandeur in the poem! Finally, a fun fact to share🔍: The sheepskin raft is made by inflating whole sheepskins, each raft uses 12-14 sheepskins, a 300-year-old intangible cultural heritage technique~ Do you know any other real beautiful scenes from poems? Come tell me in the comments below👇 ⚠️Remember to save this guide and review it before you go!

Just sent my kid back from the Tengger Desert summer camp🏜️ Six days and five nights full of energy! The kid came back talking non-stop about the experiences~ but I also summarized some tips for moms to avoid pitfalls💥 ⚠️Notes: Choose off-season carefully! Projects in the Yellow River area may be canceled, shops might be closed, which will affect the kid’s experience~ The Shapotou Desert Sky Ladder is also closed in the off-season Recommended for children aged 7 and above, better suited for independent schedules and physical challenges ✅ Detailed daily itinerary for 6 days and 5 nights: DAY1️⃣: Encounter the “South of the Great Wall”🌅 ✈️Arrive in Yinchuan → Check into a star-rated hotel🏨 → [Ningxia Museum]📿 (Explore Western Xia culture) → Opening icebreaker ceremony🎤 (Fun interactive games) DAY2️⃣: Desert hiking and starry sky🌌 Hike through the Tengger Desert🏜️ (The beautiful scenery heals everything) → Bonfire party🔥 (Dancing and roasting marshmallows, super fun) → Starry sky class + telescope stargazing🔭 (The Milky Way is clearly visible!) DAY3️⃣: Off-road dune bashing + Intangible cultural heritage crafts🚙 Off-road dune bashing is thrilling!💨 → Mongolian yurt roasted whole lamb🍖 (Finger-licking delicious) → Handmade crafts at the intangible cultural heritage base✂️ → Stamp the completed handbook📚 (The kid was very proud) DAY4️⃣: Film city + geological archaeology🎬 Check in at [Zhenbeibu] movie scenes📽️ → Search for fossils in Helan Mountains⛰️ → Rock painting rubbing experience🖌️ → Second creation of the handbook🎨 DAY5️⃣: Yellow River water conservancy + prehistoric sites🌊 Watch the rushing Yellow River at [Qingtongxia]🌊 → Archaeological exploration at [Shuidonggou]🦴 → Closing ceremony and certificate awarding🏆 (The kid proudly showed off the achievements) DAY6️⃣: Western Xia culture finale👑 Breakfast with lamb offal soup🍲 → Visit Western Xia royal tombs🗿 (Full of mystery) → Hand-grabbed lamb lunch😋 → Happy return trip✈️ 🌟 Project highlights: ✅ Desert, Yellow River, and mountain terrain study tour ✅ Daily practical classes + professional guides leading the team ✅ Photographer following to capture wonderful moments📸

Having worked in tourism for years, I must say Zhongwei, Ningxia is truly a hidden gem for all ages! It caters to every traveler's needs: ✅ Kids can enjoy fun desert activities, ✅ adults can relax and take stunning photos at desert hotels, ✅ while seniors explore cultural sites—everyone finds joy in this getaway✨ 👉 That's why we've specially designed two tour options: 【Private Group】+【Family Group】, perfectly tailored to your travel preferences 1️⃣ Private Group · 5-Day Leisurely Ningxia Tour ✅ Ideal for: Couples, friends/families who prefer privacy ✔️ Exclusive group ✔️ Private vehicle ✔️ Relaxed pace ✔️ Wake up naturally D1: Yinchuan airport pickup D2: Yinchuan → Helan Mountain Rock Art → Western Xia Imperial Tombs → Yinchuan D3: Yinchuan → Xige/Chandon Winery → Beichangtan Village → Highway 66 → The River Resort D4: The River Resort exploration → Shapotou → Desert Hotel D5: Desert activities → Zhenbeibao Film Studio → Yinchuan airport 2️⃣ Family Group · 5-Day Fun Ningxia Tour ✅ Ideal for: Families with kids seeking playmates & diverse activities ✔️ Multi-family trip ✔️ Dedicated transport ✔️ Parent-child activities ✔️ Kid-friendly guide + photography D1: Yinchuan meetup & orientation D2: Yinchuan → Helan Mountain Rock Art → Western Xia Museum D3: Mineral painting → Hui ethnic home visit → Camel ride → Desert Hotel D4: Shapotou Scenic Area → The River Resort D5: Free time at resort → Airport transfer 🏆 Top Hotel Picks Desert Stars Hotel ▫️ The most popular luxury hotel in Tengger Desert, loved by all ages. Its star-shaped architecture and abundant activities are unforgettable~ Highly recommend the desert-view wooden villas with direct access to endless sands. Desert Galaxy Hotel ▫️ A more exclusive boutique option with standalone villas offering supreme privacy and spacious interiors. Fewer children make it perfect for couples. Desert Diamond Hotel ▫️ Shares the same dunes with Desert Stars (sister property) and all its activities. Offers quieter, upscale ambiance—ideal for tranquility-seeking travelers with higher budgets. The River Resort ▫️ Dubbed "Little Morocco of the East" by the Yellow River. This rustic-chic compound features independent courtyard villas, radiating authentic Northwest charm suitable for all travelers. ⭕ Why Choose Us 🔹 1-on-1 itinerary consultation & customization 🔹 Premium experiences with zero hidden costs 🔹 Handpicked luxury hotels for quality rest 🔹 Professional chauffeurs for all group types 🔹 Legally binding contracts + comprehensive insurance for full protection

#holidayitinerary 🏜️ Highlights: • Stargazing Heaven: With minimal light pollution, the Milky Way is often visible. • Desert Views: Wake up to endless golden dunes right outside your window. • Unique Stay: Stylish interiors, air conditioning, and private bathrooms in each dome. • Activities: Camel rides, desert hiking, and sunset photography. 🌟 Best Time to Visit: September–October for cooler weather and clear skies.

Here is a travel guide for Ningxia in August to help you have a wonderful holiday in Ningxia. Preparation - Documents: Bring your ID card, student ID, military officer ID, etc. Some attractions offer discounts. - Clothing: August in Ningxia is hot during the day with large temperature differences between morning and evening. Bring summer clothes like short sleeves and shorts, as well as a light jacket, sun protection clothing, hat, sunglasses, comfortable sports shoes, and slippers. - Skincare and sun protection: Prepare high SPF sunscreen, hydrating masks, lip balm, hand cream, etc. - Medicine: Prepare cold medicine, fever reducers, gastrointestinal medicine, motion sickness medicine, etc. For desert areas, bring insect repellent medicine. Recommended Attractions - Shapotou: Combines desert, Yellow River, mountains, and oasis. You can experience Yellow River zipline, desert dune buggy, sand sliding, and take a sheepskin raft downstream. In the evening, enjoy the beautiful "Sunset over the Long River." - Zhenbeibu Western Film Studio: Filming location for many movies including "A Chinese Odyssey." You can wear ancient costumes and take photos at Qing City’s "Pansi Cave" and Ming City earthen walls. After 4 PM, the soft light is perfect for backlit portraits. - Western Xia Tombs: Known as the "Eastern Pyramids," it is the burial site of several emperors of the Western Xia Dynasty. It is recommended to rent an audio guide to learn about Western Xia history. The creative ice cream at the entrance is uniquely shaped and worth trying. - Shahu Ecotourism Area: Features both Jiangnan water town scenery and desert landscapes. In July and August, thousands of lotus flowers bloom. You can take a rowboat in the reed marshes and try desert motorbikes. At dusk, watch the sunset from the bird-watching platform. - Lanshan Park: Features Roman-style architecture. In the evening, enjoy the sunset here and take photos with Roman columns for great shots. Food Recommendations - Hand-pulled lamb: Ningxia’s signature dish, simmered in clear water and served with garlic vinegar sauce, tender and fresh. - Braised lamb offal: Made mainly from lamb innards, cooked with chili oil and milky meat broth, spicy and flavorful. - Lamb minced meat noodles: Handmade noodles with a chewy texture, topped with stir-fried minced lamb, potatoes, and carrots, sour and spicy to whet the appetite. - Spicy Hu Hu: Choose your own skewers dipped in a secret spicy sauce, intensely spicy and satisfying. Recommended places are "Wu Jia" or "Jin Wei Zhai." - Eight Treasures Tea: A blend of tea leaves, goji berries, red dates, and other eight ingredients, combining tea aroma with fruity fragrance. Accommodation Arrangements - Xingqing District, Yinchuan: Recommended hotels include "Yinchuan JW Marriott," close to Drum Tower and Huaiyuan Night Market, convenient for travel and dining. - Shapotou, Zhongwei: Options include Desert Star Hotel and Yellow River Hostel, offering unique accommodations and beautiful views. - Tengger Desert: Includes camel camps and Shapotou Dawan village homestays, cost-effective and immersive desert experiences. Transportation Guide - External transportation: Visitors from other places usually arrive at Yinchuan Hedong International Airport, then take airport shuttle buses, taxis, etc., to the city center. - Internal transportation: Attractions are far apart; it is recommended to rent a car or join a small group of 2-6 people, costing about 500 RMB/day or 1200 RMB per person including tickets. Public transportation is also available but some attractions require transfers.

Save this lazy yet photogenic 5-day, 4-night itinerary! - **DAY 1** Arrive in Yinchuan. It’s recommended to rent a car in advance since attractions are spread out—self-driving is the way to go. I booked mine on a certain 🍊 app and picked up the 🚗 at the airport terminal after landing—super convenient. 🌟 **First Stop:** Visit Château Mihope, a very French-style estate with endless vineyards. You can taste delicious wines 🍷 and learn about winemaking (P5-6). 👗 **Outfit Suggestion:** Black or white French-style outfits. A parasol can make you stand out. (Just 10 minutes away is the famous Zhenbeibao Western Film Studio—great for 📷 if you’re a fan of Stephen Chow.) 🌟 **Second Stop:** Stay at The Lost Villa · Helan Mountain in Xialan Valley, just a 10-minute drive from Château Mihope. The entire homestay is set in their own vineyard with a wabi-sabi interior. At night, enjoy a bonfire party, 🆓 wine tasting, and a sweet bedtime soup while stargazing—you can even spot the Big Dipper 🌟 (P7-9). *PS: Their food is so good I can’t stop raving about it, especially the mushroom 🍄 noodles and fried dough. I’ve been craving them since returning to Chongqing. Definitely staying here again.* 👗 **Outfit Suggestion:** Relaxed tees or old-money style. - **DAY 2** 🌟 **First Stop:** Head straight to Lanshan Park ⛲️ in the morning for crowd-free photos (P1, P2, P4). 👗 **Outfit Suggestion:** Bold, grand outfits to match the scenery, or exotic styles for a Roman holiday vibe. Old-money looks add a laid-back feel. 🌟 **Second Stop:** Drive to the leopard-print hills along Route 66—the road conditions are great. Don’t forget to grab a roadside coffee ☕️—it’s a must for posing. It was crowded, so we parked further down and had the whole road to ourselves. After shooting, check out Beichangtan Ancient Village, Ningxia’s last remaining ancient village, soon to be submerged (P13-14). 👔 **Outfit Suggestion:** Black leather jackets with cowboy hats, denim jumpsuits, or dystopian styles. My workwear denim look also worked well. 🌟 **Third Stop:** From Route 66, it’s a 1-hour 🚗 ride to the Beidou Starry Sky Hotel in Alxa’s Tengger Desert. Here, you can almost touch the stars—the Milky Way is right above you, with occasional shooting stars ☄️. Breathtaking. Next time, I’d stay longer in the desert (P15-17). 👗 **Outfit Suggestion:** Futuristic silver or sandy-toned exotic styles—perfect for the dunes. - **DAY 3** 🌟 Stay at the trendy Tengol Hotel—great for photos but otherwise underwhelming. The room details and butler service were disappointing. Drove 30 minutes to Zhongwei for Xiangyang’s ice-boiled lamb—absolutely divine! Must-try! (P10-12) 👗 **Outfit Suggestion:** Southern Italian, French, bohemian, or old-money styles all work. - **DAY 4** 🌟 The Yellow River Homestay is photogenic but lacks the exotic impact of the desert hotels. 👗 **Outfit Suggestion:** Stick to sandy tones or black/white for an exotic vibe. Avoid overly colorful outfits—trust me. #YinchuanWithKids #ZhongweiWithKids #NingxiaTravelGuide #DesertOutfits #ZhongweiDesertHotel #ZhongweiDesertStyle #Route66 #NingxiaFamilyTravel #TheLostVilla #TravelInspo #Yinchuan #HelanMountain #HelanMountainVineyard #Ningxia #HiddenTravelGems #LanshanPark #ChâteauMihope #LanshanParkSunset #Tengol #RomanHoliday #ZhongweiStarrySkyHotel

Hey travel buddies! Summer vacation means crowds everywhere in popular destinations 👥👥👥. Want to explore but dread sardine-packed crowds? Here's my ultimate guide 📜—4 underrated cities reachable by high-speed rail! Scenic, uncrowded, and pleasantly cool—bookmark this now and get going! 🌊 Hidden Gem #1: Huludao—Weihai's Chill Alternative Who says beaches must be crowded? Huludao in Liaoning offers serene sandy shores 🌅! • Must-dos: Xingcheng Beach's ultra-fine sand + tangerine-hued sunset = insta-perfection 📸! Even the red-brick old streets are photogenic—every shot looks curated! • Foodie heaven: Night market oysters—10 yuan for 6! 🦪 Garlic scallops, spicy clams, and chilled chicken frames will blow your mind. Cap it off with savory tofu pudding—a northern breakfast specialty! 🍃 Hidden Gem #2: Anshun—Nature's AC at 20°C Guizhou's Anshun is summer's best-kept secret—no AC needed 🌿! • Highlights: Dragon Palace Cave near Huangguoshu Falls is literally shiver-cool ❄️! Boat through subterranean rivers past fairytale stalactites. Yunfeng Tunbao's Ming-Qing stone village is a period-drama dream! • Local bites: "Guo Juan" rolls, "Si Wa Wa" salads, mini hotpot noodles...🍜 Try rose-flavored ice jelly with crunchy peanuts—the ultimate summer refresher! 🏖️ Hidden Gem #3: Fangchenggang—Seaside Serenity Skip Sanya—Fangchenggang is the low-key coastal king! • Magical moments: Singing Sands Beach literally "sings" underfoot 🎵! Join fishermen to catch mantis shrimp/crabs 🐟—cooked fresh on the spot! • Secret hack: Hunt shells at sunset in Le Ancient Fishing Village—the gold-drenched sea looks straight out of a movie 🌇! 🏜️ Hidden Gem #4: Zhongwei—Desert Fairytale Where desert meets Yellow River? Ningxia's Zhongwei delivers! • Must-experience: Sheepskin rafting down the Yellow River 🛶 with red-rock canyons! Sleep under galaxies at Desert Stars Hotel 🌌. Next day: camel trek like a true desert nomad! • Flavors: Hand-torn lamb with sand onions, sweet malt milk tea 🥤, and crispy-fried Yellow River carp—one bite and you'll love the northwest! 🚄 Pro Tips 1️⃣ Book high-speed rail tickets 15 days early—limited direct routes! 2️⃣ Rent cars for Huludao/Fangchenggang 🚗; use taxis/day tours in Anshun/Zhongwei. 3️⃣ July-Aug UV is fierce—pack sunscreen, shades, and hats! 🧴🕶️ Ditch the crowds this summer! These 4 hidden gems promise epic photos and memories—grab your squad and go!

Traveling with kids in June, still want to go to the crowded Disneyland❓Why not try Ningxia❗️Watch stars in the desert🌌Travel through ancient city walls, listen to millennia-old stories in front of rock paintings! Here you have natural wonders and cultural immersion, the key is kids play wildly, moms don’t get tired😍You can even stay in the desert Disneyland—Zhongwei Desert Star Hotel and Yellow River Hostel, plus travel photography📸shooting stunning photos in the spotlight❗️ 👀Tested: this 5-day itinerary is 100 times more interesting than family hotels in Sanya! - 🎯Ningxia 5 days 4 nights itinerary · 🉑 customizable D1: Departure → Yinchuan gathering → Lanshan Park → Huaiyuan Night Market ✨After landing and dropping off your stuff, head straight to Lanshan Park to catch the sunset! At night, go to Huaiyuan Night Market to eat spicy lamb hooves and red willow lamb skewers... D2: Yinchuan → Helan Mountain Rock Paintings → Western Xia Imperial Tombs → Yinchuan ✨Morning: Take the kids to Helan Mountain Rock Painting Scenic Area to learn about ancient human daily life ✨Afternoon: Visit the Eastern Pyramid Western Xia Imperial Tombs with the kids. The experience is amazing without noisy tourists! Then visit Tombs No. 1, 2, and 3 to face the grandeur and shock of the imperial tombs D3: Yinchuan → Shapotou → #Zhongwei Star Hotel ✨Morning: Enjoy the Shapotou combo ticket, ride camels🐫, sandboard, take Yellow River sheepskin rafts, desert surfing... Few people and no queues make it really enjoyable ✨Afternoon: Arrive at Star Hotel, build sand castles with the kids, enjoy the delicious food at Star Hotel ✨Evening: Attend the stargazing class indoors to learn astronomy🌌, then use professional telescopes outdoors to observe stars, recognize the Summer Triangle and constellations D4: Full-day activities at Star Hotel → Travel photography → #Yellow River Hostel 📸Travel photography follows all day ✨Morning: Take the kids on a desert adventure at Star Hotel, cross the desert👣, learn about desert flora and fauna, gain knowledge in nature ✨Afternoon: Arrive at Yellow River Hostel, stroll, take photos, play seesaw or swing with the kids D5: Yellow River Hostel → Chunxia Ranch → Ming Great Wall → Return to Yinchuan ✨Wake up naturally in the morning, take fresh ingredients with the kids to feed lambs and piglets at Chunxia Ranch, then hike the Ming Great Wall, feel the Yellow River breeze, and happily return - ⭕️Exclusive tips for moms 👉Transportation: Ningxia attractions are scattered. For first-time trips with kids or family, private tours are recommended. The itinerary is customizable, with exclusive 3V1 travel concierge service before, during, and after the trip to meet your needs 👉Desert outfit: Orange/white colors are very photogenic👀Prepare kids with one-piece sun protection clothing + sand-proof shoe covers 👉Gear: Big temperature difference between morning and night in June, bring thin jackets + sun protection clothing; desert is dry! Bring plenty of moisturizing spray💦 and children’s sunscreen

📍The attractions in Zhongwei are relatively far from the city center, so the best transportation options are self-driving or chartering a car, which is cost-effective and not expensive. 💰Chartering a car costs 300/day. We found a taxi 🚕 driver online in advance. The yellow car is very bright and photogenic, and you can customize the route. 🚖 One-day tour route: Zhongwei City - Yellow River Hostel - Ming Great Wall - Route 66 - Beichangtan - Tengger Desert Depart from the city hotel at 8:30 and end the trip at 17:30. If you want to watch the sunset in the desert, you can wait for another hour. 📸 For travel photography purposes, the highlights of the entire route are Route 66 and the desert. The Yellow River Hostel and the Ming Great Wall are connected, so you can go and take pictures in the morning when there are fewer people. 1️⃣ Yellow River Hostel Homestays + small shops, mainly in brick and earth yellow tones. If you go early in the morning, they are not yet open and deserted. It might be more popular in the afternoon 🧋. 2️⃣ Ming Great Wall It's not difficult to climb up, taking about ten minutes. The bricks of the wall are colored, which is a bit unique. Actually, the Yellow River scenery next to the Ming Great Wall is more worth seeing. 3️⃣ Route 66 No entrance fee for the attraction. During the peak season, the roadside is crowded with parked vehicles and people. In March, it is the off-season. Arriving at 11:30 in the morning, it is not hot or sunny, and the wind is not too strong. There are fewer than 5 parked cars, and the traffic is very light, making it feel like you own the entire Route 66, which is great for taking photos. ‼️ Discovered a hidden photo spot near the Yellow River by the reeds, connecting to Beichangtan. If you charter a car, the driver will definitely know. If you have enough time, you can check it out. 4️⃣ Tengger Desert No entrance fee for the desert, but you need to buy a package for the activities. We chose a package: desert motorbike + camel riding + dune buggy + sand sliding. Sand sliding was the favorite, going up and down several times. For safety reasons, the activities are not very thrilling. Started taking photos in the desert at 4 pm. The entire desert was empty, giving a wonderful off-season exclusive feel. You can easily find photo spots without any footprints 😯. 🍜 Zhongwei Cuisine ✅ Osmanthus Handmade Noodles Flat bean noodles/Artemisia noodles. The portions are large and well-seasoned. The braised tofu is a local classic snack and is indeed good. The meatballs are similar to lion's head meatballs. ✅ Zhongwei Mall Food Street 🔶Chen Daqiang Stir-Fried Tripe. The pickled cabbage and beef tripe are really YYDS (forever the best). It looks very appetizing and the portions are huge. 🔶Spicy Hotpot. The pot base is very red but not spicy at all. Surprisingly, the rice crust tastes good after being dipped in the soup. 🔶Eight Treasures Tea. Highly recommended, it was amazingly delicious. Bought a lot of tea bags to take home before leaving.

㊙️If you want to avoid the crowds during the Spring Festival holiday, you can take your family and friends with you to go deep into the desert and experience an in-depth desert trip! Luxury beyond the Great Wall, sea of ​​stars and sand! Stay at the Star Hotel and watch the starry sky! Let’s take a trip to Meisu at any time! 📣 In-depth check-in experience: ✅——Dialogue with time and space, you can see thousands of years at a glance ✅——The solitary smoke in the desert, the sunset over the long river ✅——A beautiful place to take photos ✅——The Lost Village of the Yellow River ✅——The northwest style hidden on the edge of the desert ✅——A Chinese Journey to the West was filmed here ✅——The ruins of the Great Wall on the edge of the Yellow River 🕌 High luxury internet celebrity accommodation Day 1 and 4: Yinchuan Kaiyue Place Hotel Day 2: Desert Star Hotel - Located deep in the desert at an altitude of 1,430 meters and 37° north latitude, it has more than 300 days of sunny weather throughout the year. Since it is located deep in the desert and far away from the city, there is no light pollution around the hotel, which is very suitable. stargazing Day 3: Yellow River Suji (there are 8 homestay brands in Suji, reference hotels: Beidaowan/Xipo/Da Le Zhi Ye/Xuli, etc.) . 🌿5-day itinerary for planting grass🚗 D1: Collection day → All over the country → Yinchuan hotels → Yinchuan City walk (you can check in Ningxia Museum/Lanshan Park) D2: Yinchuan→Shapotou→Desert Star Hotel D3: Shapotou Star Hotel → Shapotou Zhongwei Highway 66 → North Changtan → Yellow River Suji D4: Yellow River Suji→Great Wall→Zhenbeibao Western Cinema→Yinchuan High-end Hotel D5: Yinchuan → all over the country ㊙️ ✅1 night in Yellow River Suji + 1 night in Xingxing Hotel + 2 nights in Yinchuan Five Diamond Hotel, top luxury hotel configuration, you can play with confidence and sleep comfortably 👫Private small group, family travel, one car and one person, no need to join the group ✅No need to carry luggage, eat when you are hungry, lie down when tired, stop and go, all the tedious tasks can be cleared with one click, leaving only enjoyment!

If you are a star lover, you must go to the Desert Star Hotel in the desert of Zhongwei, Ningxia! If you are not a star lover, you should go to the Desert Star, because once you go, you will be healed by the stars all over the sky, and you will fall in love with the entire starry sky. Everyone has always been looking at mountains and seas, and they should all be tired of it. The current trend is not to run to the mountains and the sea, but to run to the desert to see what is called desert style! When I came here once, I felt like I had come to the Mars base, with a sense of alien planet, and a feeling of wandering on Mars. This hotel is designed with the concept of desert starry sky, just like the stars located in the middle of the desert! Hotel introduction: The room area is larger and better, and those with higher accommodation requirements are recommended to choose Area A. The B area wooden house has a better desert view and is very suitable for watching the sunset. The hotel has its own unique style, with 200 high-end rooms of various types, according to local characteristics, there are Star Travel Home, Sand View Room, Starry Sky Room, Parent-child Courtyard, the hotel has customized desert restaurants, desert hiking, desert yoga, log board painting, outdoor star watching lectures, star shooting, star parties and other special activities for guests. Zhongwei Desert Star Hotel Hotel price: Zhongwei Desert Star Hotel Per capita 1000+, the price will fluctuate in the off-peak season Warm reminder: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large, wear a jacket to prevent cold!! Name: Zhongwei Desert Star Hotel in Ningxia Address: Hotel entrance (Gate of Time and Space) in Shapotou District, Zhongwei City, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region Life must come to the desert to see the starry sky once, the vast desert, with the stars all over the sky to give you, I think there is nothing more romantic than this! (It's not good to go to the Arctic to see the aurora, it's better to come to the desert to see the stars)

In the vast desert, there is a shining star hidden - Zhongwei Desert Star Hotel. It stands alone in the yellow sand, facing the Tengger Desert across the river, allowing people to appreciate the magnificent scenery of lonely smoke in the desert and sunset over the long river at a close distance. Under the Milky Way in this desert, people dance with the stars, pursuing tranquility and poetry. Location Xingxing Hotel is located next to Shapotou Scenic Area and has a superior geographical location. It is only a 50-minute drive from another major IP in Zhongwei, "Yellow River Su Ji", about a 2-hour drive from Yinchuan Airport, and about a 40-minute drive from Zhongwei Airport. Therefore, even if the flight lands early that day, you can easily reach the Star Hotel and enjoy the The tranquility and poetry of the desert. Rooms The hotel's guest rooms are beautifully designed and cover an area of ​​35 acres. It has a wedding hall and 30 guest rooms, including 14 star diamond rooms, 14 star diamond suites and 2 blue diamond suites. Each room has a separate toilet and bathroom, equipped with L'Occitane amenities, which is very generous. The guest rooms are equipped with a Mini Bar, with unlimited refills of mineral water, cola drinks in the refrigerator, welcome fruits, etc. The most surprising thing is that they provide two sunscreen face towels to protect against sand and sun, which are especially practical in the desert! FOOD There is Star Café in the hotel's public area where you can have a cup of coffee. The dinner buffet hotpot is also very good, with a wide variety of dishes, as well as local lamb rolls, which are basically available in unlimited quantities, making for a perfect end to a happy day. Experience The hotel's swimming pool design is great, with a translucent infinity pool and a desert landscape visible in the distance. Although the swimming pool is not big, it is well designed. It is best to go swimming early in the morning so that you can book the entire pool, which is great for taking photos and checking in. A big feature of the Star Hotel is watching the sunset and the starry sky. Because there is less light pollution here, this is the most beautiful moment in the desert. Neighborhood Shapotou not only has the desert, but also the Yellow River, the oasis and a series of primitive desert project experiences, including sheepskin rafts, desert surfing cars, beach off-road vehicles and camel riding. All beach activities are available here, they are definitely children's favorites. In the scorching sun, be sure to prepare plenty of water and sunscreen.

It is the shooting location of 'Dear Inn 3', known as the 'Chinese version of Morocco'. · 🏡Zhongwei·Dale of Joy · The inn itself is worth a special trip as a check-in landmark. Preserving the most original architectural texture and road network of the village, using local adobe walls to restore their original appearance. The mottled earth-yellow walls are in line with the desert, both heavy with the years and simple. 15 guest rooms are scattered in this open and enclosed courtyard space. Facing a large area of Populus euphratica forest🌳, a large landscape swimming pool, facing the Yellow River, watching the sunset🌇, and the newly built beacon tower on the ruins of the Great Wall, presenting the boundless Northwest. · 🏞Surroundings>> ✔Shapotou Scenic Area (30min by car) ▪Sand sliding, camel riding, Yellow River flying cable, raft speedboat ✔Tengger Desert (1h by car) ▪Off-road sand dashing, desert motorcycle, camel riding ✔Tonghu Prairie (1h by car) ✔Beichangtan Ancient Village (2h by car) · 🌈Package>> ▪Stay | Specific room type for 2 nights ▪Meals | Double breakfast 1 + Welcome fruit 1 + Wild coffee drink ▪Experience | Store special experience activity 1

In the deserted desert, looking for the vastness of nature, looking up at the stars, extreme off-roading, watching the sunset, and then moving into a down-to-earth home, living a delicate and simple life, I think this is the meaning of freedom. From the green Mogan Mountain, to the Jiangnan charm of Jinxi, to the Yushan Island in Suzhou, every landing of Daxi Wild is inseparable from nature and the countryside. This time, it came from afar and stopped at the edge of the Tengger Desert, being neighbors with the Shapotou in Zhongwei, Ningxia, and looking at the different scenery with pride. Design In order to restore the original architectural appearance of the local area, Daxi Wild uses rammed earth as the main building material. The mottled wall is the earthy yellow that is inherited from the desert. It has the heavy texture of the years and the simple simplicity. The tall old trees or wooden autumn dry guards the quiet courtyard, and the warm yellow lights that light up at night add a bit of cozy human touch. Room The guest rooms of the homestay are built in the courtyard of the plaster wall. The interior is minimalist. The 15 guest rooms all face the west side. The floor-to-ceiling glass wall design can see the Yellow River, orchards, reed swamps, and beacon towers on the Great Wall. Inside are exquisite and stylish fabric sofas, wooden furniture, literary fireplaces, linen-colored bedding, etc., which retain the northwest style while also ensuring a comfortable and secure environment. Some rooms also have independent terraces, where you can enjoy the desert sunset in the evening. Food The Yellow River Inn has a shared restaurant, breakfast and daily meals are eaten in the inn's restaurant, it's not rich, but it's just right, and the taste is also good, the beach sheep in the northwest is a unique delicacy here, whether it's on the rooftop terrace, in the desert wilderness, or facing a large poplar forest, or even on the banks of the Yellow River, each has its own mood and charm. Service The service is very particular, a few days before the entry, the staff pulled a service group. The service of the housekeepers makes people feel like going home. They will introduce transportation, food, drink, and fun information. After arrival, the housekeepers follow up and care all the way, ask about warmth in the WeChat group, especially intimate, any needs can be met in time, the bonfire at night, goodnight milk and sweet soup, add a lot of warmth to the short journey of the Yellow River and the desert.

Looking up at the stars in the desert🌃This wish list can finally be checked off! The trip to the Desert Star Hotel will be held in the off-season of November✌️ ｜House selection guide! The room I booked on the OTA platform is a king-size bed room with sand view, located on the second floor! I hesitated when checking in, so the staff took me to visit the rooms on the second and first floors. In the end, I decisively chose the first floor. The view on the first floor is indeed unbeatable! We recommend rooms 173-180 in the Venus area with sand views (I stayed in room 178 in Cancer). The staff also recommend rooms 181-188 in the Mercury area. Future friends can refer to this! ｜Stay experience: The amenities are L'Occitane, Jingtian mineral water is supplied unlimitedly every day, there are 2 bottles of drinks and animal biscuits in the refrigerator (replenished daily), the bathroom is equipped with a children's toilet, and both adults and children have sand hole shoes to play with, which is very considerate and parent-child friendly! In winter, only sand view rooms are open because they have floor heating! Considering the dryness, a humidifier is also installed in the room, and the bathtub 🛁 is equipped with a disposable bath bag. Every detail shows the quality of hotel service 👍 ｜Hotel Activities As a parent-child themed resort hotel, it includes breakfast and evening buffets, and various daily activities (most of which are free) that guests can participate in as needed. Teacher Zhang Danni, who teaches the stargazing 🔭 themed indoor class, is patient and the content is rich and interesting. I recommend it! Please be sure to wear warm clothes, gloves and hats for outdoor stargazing activities. It's really cold🥶 ｜Service Warm and polite, thoughtful and heartwarming, very good 👍

Zhongwei City, located in the central and western part of the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region of China, is a place full of natural scenery and historical culture. Zhongwei is a frontier fortress on the 'Silk Road' and has been a strategic military location in the northwest region since ancient times. Currently, it is the third largest railway traffic hub connecting the northwest and north China, and is a must-pass place for the 'East-West Passage' of the Eurasian Continental Bridge. The territory integrates five major landforms: river alluvial plain, plateau, desert, mountain, and hill, and is known as 'The Yellow River enriches Ningxia, and Zhongwei is the richest'. Zhongwei has the national 4A-level tourist attraction Shapotou, which integrates sand, mountains, rivers, and gardens; the Sikouzi tourist area known for its dangerous and unique Danxia landform; the Paleolithic site of Yibowquan, ancient rock paintings, Zhongwei Gaomiao, Shuanglongshan Grottoes, Haiyuan 'Global Earthquake' site and many other historical sites and scenic spots. They are not only unique tourism resources, but also show the brilliant ancient civilization and profound cultural heritage of Zhongwei, winning the reputation of 'Cultural Pearl of the Frontier'. Here is the boundless desert, here is the most romantic hotel, here is the night sky full of stars... Various labels make everyone curious and longing for it. I believe there is always one reason that attracts you to visit.

Zhongwei, this city seems to have a unique magic. Among the diverse landscapes such as the desert, the Yellow River, the mountains and the oasis, it perfectly blends ancient traditions, modern conveniences and natural beauty. Shapotou Gengshi, as a business card of Zhongwei, left a deep impression on me. Standing in Shapotou and overlooking the confluence of the desert and the Yellow River, the magnificence and vastness are heart-stirring. In this vast desert, the Tengger Desert Wetland Jinsha Island Tourist Area is another beautiful landscape. Here, deserts and wetlands coexist, showing the magic and diversity of nature. Zhongwei's Kouzi Scenic Area and Tengger Wetland Water Conservancy Scenic Area also have their own merits. Whether it is the charming 🏜️ desert or the magnificent 🌊 Yellow River, they all leave a deep impression on people. Stroll through Zhongwei's diverse natural scenery and feel the beauty and wonder of the world. In addition to the natural scenery, Zhongwei's cultural heritage also amazed me. Zhongwei Gaomiao is a temple built on a high platform, with its architectural layout neatly and in an orderly and orderly manner. Here, you can feel Zhongwei’s profound religious atmosphere and long history and culture. Standing on the bank of the Yellow River, my mind is filled with thoughts. This city has brought me so many surprises and touched me. Zhongwei’s cleanliness, tranquility and beauty are deeply engraved in our hearts. This is a city located on the edge of the Tengger Desert, but it is full of vitality and vigor.

🚗 Life is short, if you have seen mountains and rivers, lakes and seas, then try to go to the desert once, see the golden sand sea, the huge camel group, and the rare oasis, it will make your heart stay~ Feel comfortable 👭 🏃‍♂️The wild wind of the northwest will always blow to every freedom-loving person. The daytime is as passionate as 40 degrees, and the night is as gentle as jade 20 degrees, this is the Tengger Desert. 🌟The endless desert is endless. 🧚🏼Away from the city, find the most free self. 👍Here, there is no trouble, it is really relaxing. 👌Features: Camels, beer, barbecue fireworks 🎆Mountain bike sand sliding 1️⃣Everything in the desert is very complete and sufficient, and you can also bring some food in for barbecue, braised dishes, water, etc. There are usually mineral water, beer and peanuts, melon seeds and the like at the campsite, but they all charge. This place is not as desolate as imagined, and everything you want is available. 2️⃣It is recommended to wear a storm jacket, windproof, it is more appropriate to get up at night to see the stars. You can wear some ethnic style skirts and western cowboy style for taking pictures, they are all super out of the picture. 😄 3️⃣Just bring a pair of slippers, soft sand, you won't want to wear shoes, slippers are the most convenient choice. 🎀 🐭If you are lucky, you can see the small sand rats in the desert. They are super cute, but unfortunately we didn't have time to take pictures and they ran away early. 4️⃣Yellow River Inn Collection 💓💓 Route 66 Stay at the of the Yellow River Inn Collection, The environment, service, and decoration style are all very good, and each room has its own characteristics. The breakfast at the Yellow River Inn Collection is served at the 'Guest' and 'Old Wang Ji Breakfast Shop', which are all buffet style and different, and I love Old Wang Ji more! 🎉Checked in the coffee of the "Zhongwei" logo Daler Wild, the park is designed by a designer, each homestay is different, the boss will have differences after contracting the interior decoration, but the style outside the park is consistent and very healing! 🚗I chartered a car to that day. It is recommended to go to to play the project first, and then go to Route 66, but Shapotou is really hot! When I went there, it was summer vacation, the sun was scorching, so I was very Buddhist, because I had seen the Tengger Desert and experienced the desert project, so I didn't go to Shapotou. I went to Route 66 at 3 o'clock, standing on the hills on both sides, I saw the entire Danxia landform. I returned to the Yellow River Inn Collection at night, and I could sit in the small courtyard, make a pot of canned tea, and look at the stars all over the sky, feeling like a paradise! 5️⃣Yirong Yun Hotel The next day we returned to the city and checked into a hotel in the city center. The parking lot was very large and spacious, parking was very convenient, and the security uncle was very good, helping us with our luggage, and the front desk lady enthusiastically helped us check in. The bathroom in the room is dry and wet separated, and the bedding is also very clean. After putting away the luggage, we are going out for dinner. 💗💗The overall journey is very happy, although the body is a bit tired but the soul is unprecedentedly relaxed! Sisters come to the northwest! If you come, you will regret it for a week, if you don't come, you will regret it for a lifetime!!

Zhongwei City, located in the middle of Ningxia, is not unfamiliar to those who love travel and life! 'Desert solitary smoke straight' is her true portrayal, the sunset glow is her most beautiful color, the vast Yellow River flows through, the easily overlooked grassland and other elements constitute a magnificent natural scroll unique to Zhongwei. This beautiful scroll, we can slowly open it to appreciate its magnificence! 1⃣️Zhongwei Museum To understand a city, start from its museum, and so is Zhongwei. Walking into the museum, through the displayed cultural relics and materials, you can understand its past and present in a more direct way! 2⃣️Shapotou As the first batch of national 5A scenic spots, Shapotou has become the most representative scenic spot in Zhongwei. Here you can delve into the majestic desert scenery and enjoy the magnificent view of the Yellow River. 3⃣️ Tengger Desert As an important filming location for the movie 'The Treasure Hunter' starring Jay Chou, the Tengger Desert has long entered the public eye. Here you can see both the vast desert landscape and the rippling lake scenery, you can experience desert star camping, and you can ride a camel to chase the sunset in the sand sea. 4⃣️Route 66 The spectacular rock desert standing in the sand sea records the vicissitudes of Zhongwei; the flocks of sheep that often appear on both sides of the road add vitality and color to this sand sea; in the evening, the sunset glow, press the shutter at this moment, what is recorded is the best scenery of Zhongwei!

In these isolated mountain secrets, a series of display frames are built for the world to see, slowly filling them with fantastic ideas and surging with all the images of a beautiful life. In recent years, Ningxia Zhongwei has entered everyone's field of vision and instantly became popular due to the location of Huanghe Suji. Yuanbai and Feilianji are of the same origin, integrating art and natural lifestyle into the countryside and blending the symbolic elements of local history and culture. The space design tends to be natural and warm, with the main color extracted from the local unique red sandstone, wheelbarrows, cowhide lamps, pottery jars and earthenware jars, etc. Yuanbai Zhongwei, which restores the leisurely and rich flavor of ancient residences, consists of three buildings. The couch-style bed can be separated, joined and added. The white and fluffy quilt exudes the fragrance of the sun. When you lie on the bed, you can let down all your defenses and enjoy the lazy moments in life. There is also a comprehensive rest area with a tea room. Kongshan Jiutie will work with the resident institutions to hold a large number of activities in the future, such as new book launches, sharing sessions, and even a small concert.

The three-day desert trip was unforgettable 🎈 Are you ready? Let’s go to the romantic Ningxia in autumn and winter and spend this unforgettable trip to Ningxia together! Day 1: Xiangshan Park → Route 66 → Yellow River Fuji Ming Great Wall → The autumn scenery in the park is unique. When it is sunny, you don't know that summer is gone. When it rains, you feel that autumn is deep. It's the height of summer, and suddenly it's autumn. Chairman Mao once wrote, "If you haven't been to the Great Wall, you are not a true man." Come and experience the Great Wall described by Chairman Mao here💕 Day 2: Shapotou Scenic Area → Star Hotel → Desert Library Experience the magnificent scenery described in Wang Wei's poem "The smoke rises straight in the desert, the setting sun is round in the long river" in Shapotou! After checking in the beautiful scenery, you can go back to the hotel and relax. The library has a very rich collection of books. It is the new internet celebrity of the Tengger Desert. It is like a moonlight treasure box turned upside down in the desert. Find the dusty stories of the years in the pages of the book. Day 3: Haiyuan County Intangible Cultural Heritage Base → Huangyang Gulou Tourist Resort → Fengantun Tourist Resort Huangyang Ancient Village is a new-style ancient village with historical depth, personality and artistic temperament. It is a diversified tourist destination that integrates ancient village sightseeing, local cuisine, high-end inns, mountain entertainment, scenic spots and historical sites, and agricultural sightseeing. With its own landscape advantages, the staying experience is even stronger! PS: Pay attention to sun protection, wind protection, and sand protection. The temperature difference between day and night is large, so wear a jacket 🧥

Camping in the desert is a must to try once in a lifetime. The desert is located in Zhongwei, a Ningxia province in China. At the daytime, there are a lot of activities available; camel riding, sand boarding; motor cart etc. At night time, join the fire party with fireworks, BBQ buffet and definitely shooting stars under the desert! Flights are available but mostly arriving in Yinchuan city. From here, join a tour or take train to Zhongwei station.

The trip to Route 66 for Labour Day in China was absolutely worth it! The view was stunning and the old fashioned cars made it even better for me. My friends and I visited and we managed to get some really good photos there. 100% recommend! Getting There - We took a private car from our hotel in downtown Zhongwei Attractions - Old Fashioned Cars, Several Route66 signs and the beautiful canyon looking mountains. Hotels - We stayed at UPLS which is a 40mins drive from Route66 Food & Restaurants - There are plenty restaurants downtown Zhongwei to enjoy good Chinese food Shopping - The clothes here are cheap and there are many night markets #Route66 #zhongwei #mytripvlog #66highway #travelinspiration #Labourdayinchina

This is the absolute best place to camp!! It’s the ultimate Dubai experience. The weather is perfect for you to trek, the activity designed by the staff are excellent. You won’t regret coming on this trip. Extremely fun! Getting There - My friends and I got there by Train from Chengdu in China Attractions - You will be able to ride the camel, do sand skiing and surfing, dune buggy Hotels - We stayed at the Moroccan style tent Food & Restaurants - They served breakfast and dinner! Chinese style food! A+ #campingglamping #desertadventure #tripblazers #tripmoments #Tenggerdesert

Nestled in the heart of Ningxia, Zhongwei is a hidden gem of a destination that offers travelers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and modern comforts. During my recent trip to this area, I was fortunate enough to stay at the Lost Villa, a stunning boutique hotel that perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Zhongwei. One of the highlights of my trip was the desert safari adventure, which took us deep into the mesmerizing sand dunes of the Tengger Desert. Riding a camel, I felt like a true explorer, and the views of the vast landscape were breathtaking. The hotel arranged the tour for us, which was a seamless experience. Back at the Lost Villa, I was impressed by the beautiful architecture and attention to detail. The hotel blends traditional Chinese elements with modern design to create a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The food at the hotel was also exceptional, with a range of local and international dishes that were expertly prepared. One of the best things about staying at the Lost Villa was the proximity to the historic city center of Zhongwei. We visited the ancient Ming dynasty city wall and the local market, where we experienced the vibrant local culture and sampled some of the delicious street food. Overall, my trip to Zhongwei and stay at the Lost Villa was an unforgettable experience. I highly recommend this destination to anyone looking for a unique and enriching travel experience in China. Location: The Lost Villa is located in Zhongwei, a city in the Ningxia region of China. Price per room: The price per room varies depending on the season and room type. However, expect to pay around 1500-2000 RMB per night. Driving instructions from Shanghai: Zhongwei is approximately 1600km from Shanghai. The journey takes around 20 hours by car. Alternatively, flights are available from Shanghai to Zhongwei Xiangshan Airport, which is around a 45-minute drive from the hotel. Rating: 9/10

In the desert of Zhongwei, there is a unique static train hotel that is definitely worth staying for a few nights. The train has very cosy rooms and has wonderful views of the desert of Zhongwei in Ningxia province. In the desert you can play in the sand dunes or drive a 4x4 over the desert sand for much fun. The train is located in Tenggeli desert in Zhongwei city. It is reached by train or plane. #zhongwei #desert

Location: One hour from Zhongwei city in Ningxia province. Chinese name: 66号公路,中卫市沙坡头区 This is an Instagram worthy highway road that is absolutely breathtaking. The road winds through the rolling mountains and near the Yellow River, attracting tourists keen on its rough and beautiful scenery and gaining a reputation as Zhongwei’s ‘Route 66’, one of the most famous roads in America. #66highway #zhongwei #ningxia