Jiangnan Beyond the Great Wall - Yinchuan 7 Days 6 Nights Travel Guide

1. Itinerary Overview Day 1: Arrive in Yinchuan, relax in the city Day 2: Shahu National Wetland Park Day 3: Western Xia Imperial Tombs and Western Xia Museum Day 4: Helan Mountain National Forest Park Day 5: Shapotou Tourist Area (Desert Experience) Day 6: Zhongwei Desert Park or revisit Yinchuan Old Town Day 7: Prepare for departure 2. Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Yinchuan Transportation: Flight/High-speed train to Yinchuan (book tickets in advance for discounts) Accommodation: Budget hotel or homestay in city center (e.g., Home Inn, Hanting, Jinjiang Inn) Activities: Rest briefly, visit Yinchuan city night market (Drum Tower Night Market) to taste authentic local food Budget: Accommodation 200 RMB/night, meals 50 RMB Day 2: Shahu National Wetland Park Transportation: Taxi or charter car (about 100 RMB) Entrance Fee: About 80 RMB Activities: Boating, horseback riding, bird watching in the scenic area, experience the unique combination of desert and lake Lunch: Simple meal inside the park or bring your own lunchbox Evening: Return to Yinchuan city Budget: Entrance fee + transportation + meals about 250 RMB Day 3: Western Xia Imperial Tombs and Western Xia Museum Transportation: Bus or taxi (about 50 RMB) Entrance Fee: Western Xia Imperial Tombs 80 RMB, Museum free Activities: Explore ancient Western Xia culture and learn about history Lunch: Taste local specialty beef noodles Evening: Stroll through Yinchuan Old Town, experience local nightlife Budget: Entrance fee + meals about 150 RMB Day 4: Helan Mountain National Forest Park Transportation: Charter car or carpool (about 150 RMB) Entrance Fee: 50 RMB Activities: Hiking, sightseeing, photography, breathe fresh air Lunch: Specialty farmhouse dishes at the foot of the mountain Evening: Return to the city, enjoy leisure time Budget: About 200 RMB Day 5: Shapotou Tourist Area (Desert Experience) Transportation: Charter car or tourist shuttle (about 200 RMB) Entrance Fee: Shapotou ticket about 100 RMB Activities: Camel riding, sand sliding, desert surfing, desert night tour experience Accommodation: Budget hotel inside or near the scenic area (about 200 RMB) Budget: About 500 RMB (including transportation, entrance fee, meals) Day 6: In-depth tour of Zhongwei or Yinchuan Old Town Option 1: Zhongwei Desert Park, experience desert rafting and desert off-roading Option 2: Cultural experience in Yinchuan Old Town, taste specialty snacks Budget: 200-300 RMB Day 7: Prepare for departure Activities: Last shopping in the city, enjoy morning tea Transportation: Head to airport/train station Budget: 50 RMB 3. Budget Details (Approximate) Item Budget (RMB) Transportation (flight/high-speed train) 300-400 Accommodation (6 nights) 1200 (200 RMB/night) Entrance fees and attractions 600 Meals 1500 (about 50-70 RMB/day) Local transportation (city, charter) 800 Others (shopping, souvenirs) 500 Total approximately 4000-5000 RMB Higher-end accommodation or specialty dining Participate in special experiences (e.g., hot air balloon, camel riding) Purchase unique souvenirs Enhance comfort 4. Travel Tips Book transportation and accommodation in advance to enjoy discounts Bring sunscreen, hat, sunglasses Respect local culture and pay attention to environmental protection Carry appropriate cash and electronic payment methods Keep itinerary flexible and enjoy a slow-paced travel experience Hope this guide helps you have an unforgettable holiday in Yinchuan!