Gansu Travel Guide

Gansu Four Days Three Nights Travel Guide (Budget: 8000 RMB) Trip Highlights Explore the Dunhuang Mogao Caves Experience Jiayuguan Great Wall Visit Zhangye Danxia Landform Feel the Yellow River charm in Lanzhou Experience the natural and cultural allure of Gansu Day 1: Arrival in Lanzhou & City Tour Morning Arrive in Lanzhou It is recommended to arrive by high-speed train or plane (depending on your departure location). Transportation budget: about 200-500 RMB (depending on departure location) Afternoon Mother River of Yellow River Sculpture: free attraction, experience Yellow River culture Baita Mountain Park: free, panoramic view of Lanzhou Zhongshan Bridge (Yellow River Iron Bridge): free, enjoy Yellow River scenery Evening Lanzhou Beef Noodles: taste authentic local food, about 30-50 RMB/person Accommodation Economy hotel in Lanzhou: about 200 RMB/night (such as Hanting, Home Inn) Daily budget: about 500-700 RMB (transportation + meals + accommodation) Day 2: Depart Lanzhou - Zhangye Danxia Landform Morning Take high-speed train/long-distance bus to Zhangye (about 3-4 hours) Transportation cost: about 150-300 RMB Noon Arrive in Zhangye, taste local specialties Afternoon Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park: ticket about 100 RMB Explore the Danxia wonders, photograph colorful hills Evening Stay in Zhangye city: economy hotel, about 200 RMB Daily budget: about 450-600 RMB (transportation + tickets + meals + accommodation) Day 3: Zhangye - Jiayuguan Morning Depart for Jiayuguan: about 4 hours by car Transportation cost: about 100-200 RMB Noon Meal in Jiayuguan city Afternoon Jiayuguan Great Wall: free admission, experience ancient military defense engineering Hanging Great Wall, First and Greatest Pass Under Heaven: photography and sightseeing Evening Accommodation in Jiayuguan: about 200 RMB Daily budget: about 350-500 RMB Day 4: Jiayuguan - Dunhuang (Mogao Caves) - Return to Lanzhou Morning Travel or charter a car to Dunhuang: about 4-5 hours Transportation cost: about 200-400 RMB Noon Meal in Dunhuang city Afternoon Mogao Caves ticket: about 220 RMB (advance reservation required, electronic tickets recommended) Visit Mogao Caves: appreciate the treasure trove of Buddhist art Evening Return to Lanzhou: you can choose night train or plane (depending on time and budget) Budget Suggestions Transportation: about 700-1500 RMB Tickets: 220 RMB (Mogao Caves) Meals: about 150 RMB/day, total about 600 RMB Accommodation: about 200 RMB/night, total about 600 RMB Others (souvenirs, emergencies): about 300 RMB Total budget: about 3000-4000 RMB (allowing room for transportation upgrades, special experiences, or shopping) Tips Book tickets and attraction passes in advance to avoid queues and price increases. Arrange transportation reasonably: high-speed trains, long-distance buses, and local buses offer good value. Be aware of altitude sickness: Gansu has high terrain, rest well and drink plenty of water. Bring essentials: sunscreen, hat, comfortable shoes. If you need more detailed itinerary, restaurant recommendations, or transportation information, feel free to ask! Wishing you an unforgettable trip in Gansu!