Linxia Hui Autonomous Prefecture Three-Day Two-Night Travel Guide

1. Itinerary Arrangement Day 1: Arrive in Linxia, Experience Hui Ethnic Culture Morning: Arrive in Linxia and check into your hotel (Recommended: Linxia Hotel, Linxia Ethnic Hotel, price about 200-300 RMB/night). Noon: Taste Linxia’s specialty hand-pulled mutton (Recommended: Captain Ma’s Hand-Pulled Mutton, Dongxiang Hand-Pulled City, average cost about 50-80 RMB per person). Afternoon: Visit Bafang Shisan Xiang (Eight Lanes and Thirteen Alleys) to experience Hui architectural style and folk culture (free). Evening: Enjoy Linxia Hua’er folk song performance (Recommended: Linxia Grand Theater, ticket price about 50-100 RMB). Day 2: Explore Natural Scenery and Experience Historical Culture Morning: Head to Songmingyan National Forest Park to admire Danxia landforms and forest landscapes (ticket about 50 RMB). Noon: Have lunch inside Songmingyan scenic area (Recommended: scenic area restaurant, average cost about 30-50 RMB per person). Afternoon: Visit Bingling Temple Grottoes to appreciate Buddhist art charm (ticket about 60 RMB). Evening: Return to Linxia city center and taste Linxia specialty snacks (Recommended: Niangpi, Tianpei, Youxiang, average cost about 20-30 RMB per person). Day 3: Experience Rural Scenery and Return Morning: Go to Tangwang Town in Dongxiang County to enjoy apricot blossoms (seasonal) or experience farmhouse fun (free). Noon: Taste Dongxiang potato slices and farmhouse dishes in Tangwang Town (average cost about 30-50 RMB per person). Afternoon: Return to Linxia city center to buy Linxia specialty souvenirs (Recommended: Linxia brick carvings, ethnic costumes, dried fruits, budget about 200-300 RMB). Evening: Return trip. 2. Budget Details Transportation: Round-trip transportation cost depends on departure location, recommended to reserve 500-1000 RMB. Accommodation: Two nights about 400-600 RMB. Meals: About 300-500 RMB. Tickets: About 170 RMB. Others: Souvenirs and miscellaneous about 200-300 RMB. Total: About 2000-3000 RMB. 3. Travel Tips Linxia is at a high altitude, pay attention to sun protection and keeping warm. Respect local ethnic customs and religious beliefs. Book hotels and tickets in advance, especially during peak season. Bring common medicines such as cold medicine and gastrointestinal medicine. 4. Optional Itinerary If time allows, you can add an extra day to visit Hezheng County Paleontological Fossil Museum or Yongjing County Liujiaxia Reservoir. If budget permits, choose higher-end hotels and restaurants or try activities like horseback riding and camping. 5. Souvenir Recommendations Linxia Brick Carvings: Exquisite traditional handicrafts. Ethnic Costumes: Colorful and unique. Dried Fruits: Linxia is rich in walnuts, almonds, and other dried fruits. Dongxiang Potato Slices: Crispy and delicious local specialty snack. Hope this guide helps you plan a pleasant trip to Linxia!