Day 1 Various places → Hohhot ★ Jihe Day
All day
Van to Wild highlights today:
Hohhot, a famous city outside the Great Wall
丨 Xiangye Arrangement
Today is the all-day gathering day. Tourists please go to Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia, on their own and check in at the hotel with "China-Travel Note + Name".
Note: The hotel check-in time is after 14:00. Friends who arrive early can store their luggage and go to the city on their own.
Hohhot, also known as Qingcheng (Green City) and Zhaocheng (City of Zhao) due to its numerous temples, is also called Zhaocheng. Early arrivals should visit the Dazhao Temple. Inner Mongolia is deeply influenced by the Gelugpa sect of Tibetan Buddhism, and the Dazhao Temple in Hohhot is one of the largest and most influential in the region. If you're interested in Islamic culture, be sure to visit the Islamic Style Street, where a variety of mosques, both old and new, shine in all their splendor.
Kuanxiangzi Food Street is right near Fengqing Street. Be sure to try some mutton siomai! Hohhot is the birthplace of siomai.
Transportation Tips: Hohhot Baita Airport is about 20km from the city center, about 40 minutes by car. There are airport buses and taxis are also very convenient.
Day 2 Hohhot → Huitengxile → Huanghuagou
All day
Van to Wild highlights today:
Snow in June, the dog days of summer, and the Huitengxile Grassland
China-TravelNote arranges a dismounting wine ceremony: honoring heaven, earth, and ancestors
Stay in a Mongolian yurt on the grassland and enjoy a tribal bonfire party
丨 Xiangye Arrangement
After breakfast, we set off, enjoying the joyful journey of tourists from all over the country, chatting and introducing each other. We'll pass through the beautiful Windmill Grassland [Huitengxile], which means "cold plateau" in Mongolian. At over 1,800 meters above sea level, it boasts the spectacular weather of "snow in June and the dog days of summer," making it a rare escape from the summer heat in the Great Wall. Driving into the alpine meadows, the gently undulating terrain creates a rich, layered vista. Dotted with cattle and sheep, and majestic clouds, it evokes a pastoral melodrama in your heart. We'll visit herders on the grasslands, feeding lambs and making milk tea, giving us a deep glimpse into the life of the herders.
Then we will arrive at Huanghuagou at noon. Located in the central part of Inner Mongolia, it has more than 300 plant species including sedge, foxglove and vein moss. It is one of the three best-preserved alpine meadow grasslands in the world.
We'll explore the grasslands of a Mongolian tribe. China-TravelNote has specially arranged a dismounting wine ceremony to welcome you from afar. Learn to "respect heaven, earth, and ancestors" and experience the heroic spirit of the grassland people! Later, we'll ride the Retro Grassland Train, slowly sailing through the grasslands, and stroll along the wooden plank paths to admire the grassland scenery. Huanghuagou is also a renowned geological park, with rugged rocks and ravines carved through millennia. After a satisfying visit, return to the beautiful grassland village. Huanghua Town offers a wealth of grassland activities. Become a horse lassoer and experience the three arts of Mongolia!
After dinner, tourists can enjoy a bonfire party with friends from all over the world, singing and dancing, and enjoying a romantic evening on the grassland! Evenings can be spent in a unique Mongolian yurt, where you can gaze up at the starry sky. The cool, starry night and the brilliant moonlight will surely amaze those who have lived in the city for a long time.
丨Xiangye Tips
On the morning of the same day, the RV butler will contact you to give you a brief itinerary analysis, explain how to play in the RV, and surprise you with "nomadic outdoor aesthetics" and other surprise tours.
Day 3 Huanghuagou → Ulan Hada Volcanoes (RV Camping + Outdoor Aesthetics + Spacesuit Experience)
All day
Van to Wild highlights today:
Ulan Hada Volcanic Group, China's grassland volcanoes
RV camping at the foot of the volcano + outdoor aesthetics
Watch the volcano starry sky at night, volcano hot pot
丨 Xiangye Arrangement
After breakfast, we'll drive to Ulanqab. Along the way, we'll have a hands-on Mongolian milk tea making experience and learn about Mongolian traditions. The Ulan Hada Volcanic Group, featuring 10,000-year-old volcanoes and a 30,000-year-old starry sky, was featured in China National Geographic's 2015 list. Over 30 volcanoes here are scattered across the grasslands like beads, their flat terrain showcasing their impressive features. This is China's grassland volcano, with one of its most recent eruptions occurring over 10,000 years ago. Driving along the highway, you'll see the majestic volcanic cones from afar, their dark red volcanic rock exposed. Rising nearly 100 meters, you'll ascend to the summit and gaze down upon the sunken crater, marveling at the wonders of nature. (Be sure to bring your drone!) We'll visit volcanoes along the way and try out the "Volcano Spacesuit" photography experience. Let us fulfill your dream of reaching the moon!
Note: There is only one space suit, so please swap it with others or just experience taking photos of the "astronaut"
Upon arrival, we'll set up camp at the foot of the volcano. Unpacking our full outdoor equipment, we'll prepare for an RV camping and glamping experience beneath the volcanoes. In the evening, we'll build a fire and enjoy a hot pot with volcanic views. Afterward, we'll enjoy a nighttime stargazing experience, attempting to capture the volcanic landscape.
丨Xiangye tips
Because the environment is purely wild and it is not a standard camp, you can simply wash your hands/wash vegetables/use the toilet that night, but you cannot take a shower. Please understand.
Day 4 Ulan Hada Volcanoes → Yungang Grottoes → Datong Ancient City
All day
Van to Wild highlights today:
Yungang Grottoes, one of the four major grottoes in China
Ancient City Datong, Northern Shanxi Night Scene
丨 Xiangye Arrangement
After an early morning breakfast at the foot of the volcano, we'll depart for the Yungang Grottoes, a site of unparalleled beauty. One of China's four major grottoes, the Yungang Grottoes, carved into the mountain, stretch for over a kilometer from east to west. They boast 45 main caves, 252 niches of varying sizes, and over 51,000 stone sculptures, showcasing a rich tapestry of styles and artistic detail. We'll pass through Lingyan Temple and the Main Hall before entering the grottoes and experiencing this magnificent treasure trove.
Afterwards, we'll travel to the ancient city of Datong, known as "China's Ancient Capital, the Great Harmony of the World." As the capital of the Northern Wei Dynasty and a major city during the Ming and Qing dynasties, Datong is a renowned city with distinctive military architecture. Every detail of Datong is imbued with rich cultural heritage. Every brick and wooden beam on the city walls bears witness to the city's development and the wisdom of its inhabitants. Strolling along the city's bluestone streets, you'll feel the pulse of the ancient city and hear the echoes of history. Ascend the city tower for a bird's-eye view of the ancient city, where ancient architecture intersects with the modern city, creating a sense of place at the intersection of history and modernity. Afterwards, check in to your hotel for the night.
Day 5 Datong → Datong Museum → Kubuqi Desert → Dalate Banner
All day
Van to Wild highlights today:
Kubuqi Desert, China's seventh largest desert
Datong City Museum, "Hu-Han Fusion" Regional Culture
丨 Xiangye Arrangement
Today we need to get up early and then drive to [Datong City Museum]. The design of the exterior shape inherits the accumulation of Datong's history and culture, combined with dragon culture and grotto culture, and at the same time coincides with the typical landform characteristics of the volcanic group near Datong, reflecting the regional cultural characteristics of "the fusion of Hu and Han".
If you can't make it to the Sahara, consider the Kubuqi Desert. Off-roading in the desert is a thrilling and engaging experience. Not only will you see spectacular scenery, but you'll also experience the desert's unique charm. Drive into the heart of the desert, over rolling hills, ascending, stopping, and descending at high speeds—experience the thrill of your kidneys soaring.
After having a great time, everyone went to the Dalat Banner Hotel to rest.
Day 6 Dalat Banner → Whispering Sand Bay Scenic Area → Hohhot ★ Disbanding Day
All day
Van to Wild highlights today:
The Xiangshawan Bay, where the sand can sing, has tall and endless sand dunes.
Lakeside outdoor aesthetic lunch
丨 Xiangye Arrangement
After breakfast, we'll visit the magical Singing Sand Bay Scenic Area within the desert. A true masterpiece of nature, it's named after the "sand here can sing." The sand is 110 meters high, with a 45-degree slope, forming a crescent-shaped echo wall. The towering dunes stand shoulder to shoulder, creating a vast expanse of boundless sand.
At the same time, Xiangshawan is also a large desert paradise, with desert cableway, sightseeing train, sand sculpture park, water park, Ordos wedding, Mongolian clothing culture exhibition... Experience so many dazzling projects and release yourself.
We will then drive back to Hohhot City and disband at Hohhot Baita Airport. Today is our disbanding day, so we recommend you choose a flight after 5:00 PM and return at a convenient time based on your flight schedule.
