Inner Mongolia x Chifeng | 6-Day, 5-Night Travel Guide

Preparation before the trip👚‼️ Prepare sunscreen and warm clothes, as the temperature difference between day and night in Inner Mongolia is large and the ultraviolet rays are strong. Download offline maps in advance, as the network in some areas is not good. You can choose to drive yourself or hire a car, which is convenient for stopping to admire the scenery at any time. Book your accommodation in advance, as the room availability is tight during peak season. Itinerary✈️🚕🐫🛵 • Day 1: Arrival in Hohhot: After arriving in Hohhot, visit the Inner Mongolia Museum to learn about the culture and history of the grasslands. The museum has a rich collection of artifacts that vividly show the development of grassland civilization. At noon, enjoy authentic Mongolian cuisine nearby, such as hand-held meat, and experience the hearty feeling of eating meat. In the afternoon, go to the Old Street of Sai, stroll through the ancient street, and choose ethnic souvenirs. In the evening, visit the Muslim Quarter Snack Street to taste mutton offal and baked cakes. • Day 2: Huitengxile Huanghua Valley: After breakfast, head to Huanghua Valley, where grasslands and canyons coexist, and the scenery is unique. Take a sightseeing bus into the scenic area and admire the vast expanse of yellow flowers. You can also experience exciting grassland entertainment projects, such as grass skiing. At noon, enjoy grilled mutton skewers and grilled whole lamb in the scenic area. In the evening, check into a Mongolian yurt and participate in a bonfire party, where you can enjoy Mongolian singing and dancing. • Day 3: Xilamulun Grassland: Depart for Xilamulun Grassland in the morning, experience the joy of riding a horse on the grassland, and feel the vastness of the grassland on horseback. At noon, enjoy Mongolian traditional cuisine, such as milk tea, fried rice, and milk skin. In the afternoon, watch a horse show and learn about the traditional Mongolian horse culture. In the evening, lie on the grassland and watch the starry sky, feeling the tranquility of nature. • Day 4: Xiangshawan: After breakfast, head to Xiangshawan, a magical world of desert. Take a cable car into the desert and experience sandboarding, camel riding, and listen to the wonderful sound of sand. At noon, enjoy desert-themed cuisine in the desert camp. In the evening, watch the desert sunset and check into a desert hotel. • Day 5: Genghis Khan Mausoleum: Visit the Genghis Khan Mausoleum to learn about the life of Genghis Khan and experience the historical and cultural heritage of the Mongols. At noon, dine nearby and enjoy Mongolian-style cuisine. In the afternoon, return to Hohhot, stroll around the city, and buy local specialties. • Day 6: Departure: Pack your bags and end your pleasant trip to Inner Mongolia. Food recommendations🍝🍒🫛🍖🍗🥩 • Roast whole lamb: The skin is golden and crispy, and the meat is tender and juicy. It is a Mongolian delicacy to entertain distinguished guests. • Mongolian hotpot: Copper pot and charcoal fire, clear soup base, with sesame paste dipping sauce, the mutton is tender and flavorful. • Milk skin: Sweet and delicious, with a strong milk flavor, can be eaten directly or soaked in milk tea.