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Autumn Breeze·Ejina 6-Day Group Tour (8 People) Arrival in Lanzhou, Departure in Yinchuan Tianti Mountain Grottoes + Heicheng Ruoshui Poplar Forest + Strange Tree Forest Sunset + Juyan Lake Sunrise + Ejina Poplar Forest + Dingyuan Ancient City + Crossing Five Lakes + Complimentary Aerial Photography
Autumn Breeze·Ejina 6-Day Group Tour (8 People) Arrival in Lanzhou, Departure in Yinchuan Tianti Mountain Grottoes + Heicheng Ruoshui Poplar Forest + Strange Tree Forest Sunset + Juyan Lake Sunrise + Ejina Poplar Forest + Dingyuan Ancient City + Crossing Five Lakes + Complimentary Aerial Photography
Autumn Breeze·Ejina 6-Day Group Tour (8 People) Arrival in Lanzhou, Departure in Yinchuan Tianti Mountain Grottoes + Heicheng Ruoshui Poplar Forest + Strange Tree Forest Sunset + Juyan Lake Sunrise + Ejina Poplar Forest + Dingyuan Ancient City + Crossing Five Lakes + Complimentary Aerial Photography
Autumn Breeze·Ejina 6-Day Group Tour (8 People) Arrival in Lanzhou, Departure in Yinchuan Tianti Mountain Grottoes + Heicheng Ruoshui Poplar Forest + Strange Tree Forest Sunset + Juyan Lake Sunrise + Ejina Poplar Forest + Dingyuan Ancient City + Crossing Five Lakes + Complimentary Aerial Photography
Autumn Breeze·Ejina 6-Day Group Tour (8 People) Arrival in Lanzhou, Departure in Yinchuan Tianti Mountain Grottoes + Heicheng Ruoshui Poplar Forest + Strange Tree Forest Sunset + Juyan Lake Sunrise + Ejina Poplar Forest + Dingyuan Ancient City + Crossing Five Lakes + Complimentary Aerial Photography

Autumn Breeze·Ejina 6-Day Group Tour (8 People) Arrival in Lanzhou, Departure in Yinchuan Tianti Mountain Grottoes + Heicheng Ruoshui Poplar Forest + Strange Tree Forest Sunset + Juyan Lake Sunrise + Ejina Poplar Forest + Dingyuan Ancient City + Crossing Five Lakes + Complimentary Aerial Photography


Booking confirmed 1 day(s) after ordering
Duration:6 day(s)
Guided language: Mandarin
Free cancellation 8 day(s) prior to experience date
Please present the e-voucher on-site

  • # 📩 Pre-departure notice

Two days before your trip, we will send you a WeChat group QR code. Your concierge and driver will join the group to serve you.

# 🕗 Meeting Time and Place

* The tour will begin in Lanzhou and end in Yinchuan. Please book your round-trip transportation in advance. You can reach the hotel on the day of the tour on your own.

# 🌈Brief Itinerary Introduction

  • Day 1: Meet in Lanzhou City (all day), overnight in Lanzhou City.
  • Day 2: Lanzhou - Wushaoling - Distant view of Maya Snow Mountain - Tiantishan Grottoes, overnight in Zhangye City
  • Day 3: Black City, Ruoshui Poplar Forest - Black Water City - Strange Tree Forest Sunset, Overnight in Ejin Banner
  • Day 4: Sunrise at Juyan Lake - Full day at Ejina Populus euphratica Forest / Northern edge of Badain Jaran Desert, overnight in Ejina Banner
  • Day 5: Encountering a Haloxylon ammodendron tree in Ant Forest on the desert highway - Jilantai Salt Lake - Dingyuanying Ancient City, overnight in Alxa Left Banner/Yinchuan
  • Day 6: Off-road trek across five lakes + fixed-point aerial photography at Wulan Lake, Swan Lake - Wulan Lake - Eye of the Desert - Camel Lake - Guitar Lake - Disband in Yinchuan
  • If you're booking a train from Yinchuan, I recommend booking one departing after 17:30; if you're booking a flight from Yinchuan, I recommend booking one departing after 19:00.

# 📢Friendly Reminder:

* 🎒 Luggage Size Recommendations

One suitcase (24 inches or smaller) + one backpack (oversized suitcases may affect your and everyone's enjoyable trip).

* 🧑🏻‍🎓 Please inform us of your ID card and relevant discount documents when registering and present them during the trip. The difference in group discount ticket price will be refunded to you on-site.

* 💎Travel Options 1️⃣ Group tours (2-8 people) – strong social aspect; 2. Private tours – enjoy freedom with a private car.

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【Product Highlights】

  • Autumn Splendor Highlights: A full-day tour of the Ejina Populus euphratica forest, photo spot at the Ruoshui Golden Sand Bay Populus euphratica forest. A complimentary poplar photography set is included. (Please understand that autumn scenery may vary depending on the season and weather; some leaves may not turn yellow or may have fallen prematurely.)
  • Capture the Light and Shadow: "The sunrise at Juyan Lake is a sight you can't miss in your lifetime" and "The sunset at Strange Tree Forest is a sight you can't miss in your lifetime"—experience the visual feast of light and shadow every day.
  • Wild activities: Classic five-lake crossing in a rugged off-road vehicle in the Tengger Desert, desert surfing, and photo spot spots such as Ulan Red Lake and Pink Lake, known as the "Heart of the Earth".
  • Complimentary Aerial Photography: We're offering a complimentary aerial photography session of the Tengger Desert crossing over Wulan Lake, perfect for dominating your social media feed!
  • Off-the photo spot: Stroll along the boardwalk, enjoy distant views of Maya Snow Mountain, explore the ancient ruins of Heishui City, and have an in-depth experience that will leave you with no regrets!
  • Comfortable Journey: Maximum of 8 people per vehicle to ensure a comfortable and relaxing trip; carefully selected local 4-star + 3-star hotels, so you can sleep well and have a great time;
  • Quality Assurance: We insist on providing authentic, in-depth tours, with a team of experienced operators, high-standard operating procedures, and strict quality supervision. There are absolutely no hidden costs!

Purchase Notice

1. This product does not accept bookings from the following travelers: those with infectious diseases, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, mental illnesses, severe anemia, those recovering from major or medium-sized surgeries, seniors aged 75 and above, pregnant women, those with mobility impairments, and others unsuitable for travel. For travel safety reasons, it is recommended that travelers undergo a necessary physical examination before departure. The person making the booking must accurately and promptly convey and verify the traveler's health condition before booking; otherwise, any adverse consequences and all costs arising therefrom shall be borne by both the person making the booking and the traveler.

2. Please ensure you provide accurate and complete information (name, gender, ID number, nationality, contact information, whether adult or child, etc.) when booking to avoid booking errors that may affect your trip. Our company will not be held liable for any losses caused by incorrect personal information provided by the guest.

3. Due to government policy reasons, foreign friends are temporarily unable to register; compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan are required to stay in hotels for foreign guests by default in pairs. If a single person registers, a single room supplement will be required.

4. Minors under the age of 18 cannot register alone and must be accompanied by at least one immediate family member aged 18 to 59 throughout the registration process.

5. Seniors aged 70 and above must ensure they are in good health and suitable for travel when booking a trip, and must be accompanied by a direct relative aged 18 to 59 throughout the trip.

6. Routes involving high-altitude areas (including parts of Tibet, Qinghai, Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou, Xinjiang, and Gansu) may experience varying degrees of altitude sickness due to the unique geographical environment and individual differences in physical condition. It is recommended to conduct relevant assessments and preparations based on your own situation. If severe altitude sickness occurs during the trip, please notify the service personnel or travel agency immediately. The travel agency will provide necessary assistance, but any additional rescue costs will be borne by the individual. If you decide to withdraw from the tour midway, only the unused entrance fees will be refunded.

7. Please arrive at the meeting point at the agreed time. Do not be late, as this may delay your trip and that of other tourists. If you are unable to join the tour due to lateness, the contract will be terminated on the same day. Alternatively, you may negotiate with the travel agency to go to the next meeting point on your own, but any additional costs incurred will be borne by you. No refunds will be given for transportation, attractions, activities, accommodations, etc., missed due to itinerary delays.

8. During the actual trip, our service staff may make appropriate adjustments to your itinerary (such as adjusting the order of sightseeing spots) based on weather, traffic and other conditions, without reducing the number of attractions and with the guest's consent, to ensure the smooth progress of the trip.

9. If, during the trip, force majeure prevents normal visits to attractions, our service staff may, after consultation with the guests, cancel or replace the attraction based on the actual situation, or refund the ticket price as stated in the tour package on-site. Please understand that the refund is not based on the listed price of the attraction.

10. In case of unforeseen circumstances such as road conditions requiring changes to the meeting times, please refer to the announcements made by our service personnel.

11. For complimentary items included in the itinerary, if they cannot be provided due to force majeure such as traffic or weather conditions, or if you are unable to participate due to personal reasons, no refund will be given. Thank you for your understanding.

12. During the tour, outside of free time, no one may leave the group or depart without the consent of our staff. If you choose to leave the group midway, you must sign a written departure agreement after obtaining the consent of our staff. The uncompleted portion will be considered a voluntary abandonment, and only the unused entrance fees will be refunded. Any personal safety or property-related issues arising from this will be the sole responsibility of the traveler.

13. Plant-based landscapes (maple leaves, cherry blossoms, rapeseed flowers, etc.) may not be as visually appealing due to weather conditions. Your understanding is appreciated.

14. In order to capture the wonderful moments of your trip, our staff may take some photos of you and your fellow travelers. These photos may be selected for use in sharing of this product's activities, product promotion, new media operations, etc. If you do not agree to authorize our company to use them, please make a note when registering.

15. This product is a group activity. In view of the health and safety of other tourists, pets are not allowed on the tour.

16. Tourists holding senior citizen cards, military officer cards, disabled veteran cards, disability cards, student cards, tour guide cards, or other preferential documents can enjoy discounted admission to the scenic area. Specific policies are subject to the announcement by the scenic area on the day of travel. Eligible tourists should bring their relevant documents. The tour leader or our staff will arrange for a refund of the price difference on-site, based on the discounted price already enjoyed by the guest in the package tour.

Reminders

  • A minimum of 2 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 5 day(s) before the departure date

FAQ

1. Where is the Ejin Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area located within the tour itinerary?

The Ejin Populus Euphratica Forest Scenic Area is a central highlight of the tour, primarily visited on Day 4. It is located in Ejin Banner, Inner Mongolia. This tour focuses on allowing a full day to explore the magnificent Populus Euphratica Forest, known for its vibrant autumn foliage.

2. Which major cities serve as the starting and ending points for the Ejin Banner 6-day group tour?

The 6-day Ejin Banner group tour conveniently starts in Lanzhou City, where participants gather on Day 1. The tour then concludes in Yinchuan City on Day 6, providing different arrival and departure points for easier travel planning.

3. What unique natural phenomena can be observed at Juyan Lake during sunrise?

At Juyan Lake, participants will experience a spectacular sunrise, a highlight scheduled for Day 4. This remote desert lake offers stunning reflections of the dawn sky and surrounding landscapes, providing breathtaking photographic opportunities as the sun illuminates the vast, serene environment.

4. What is the main appeal of the Strange Tree Forest and the Black Water City ruins?

On Day 3, the tour explores the Strange Tree Forest, famous for its eerie, ancient Populus euphratica trees, often seen at sunset. Nearby, the Black Water City (Heishuicheng) ruins offer a glimpse into an ancient Tangut city, providing a rich historical and cultural experience amidst the desert landscape.

5. What specific features and historical significance does the Dingyuan Ancient City offer visitors?

Dingyuan Ancient City, visited on Day 5, is a well-preserved historic site offering insights into the region's past. It showcases ancient architecture and cultural heritage, representing a significant outpost in the desert. Visitors can explore its traditional structures and learn about its role in regional history.

6. What can participants expect during the "Crossing Five Lakes" desert adventure, including drone photography?

On Day 6, the tour features an off-road adventure "Crossing Five Lakes," including Tian'er Lake, Wulan Lake, Desert Eye, Camel Lake, and Guitar Lake. This segment offers unique desert landscapes and specific drone photography at Ulan Lake, capturing stunning aerial views of the remote scenery.

7. What types of luggage are recommended for the 6-day Ejin Banner tour?

For this 6-day Ejin Banner tour, it is recommended to bring one suitcase of 24 inches or smaller, plus one backpack. Overly large luggage may affect the comfort and convenience of the group's journey, so packing light is advised.

8. What is the best time of year to experience the vibrant colors of the Ejin Banner Populus Euphratica Forest?

The Ejin Banner Populus Euphratica Forest is renowned for its spectacular autumn foliage. The best time to experience its vibrant golden and yellow colors is typically in autumn, which aligns with the tour's "Autumn Charm" theme, offering the most picturesque scenery.

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