Qingming Festival Holiday: A 7-Day Tour of Zhangye and Other Areas in Northwest China
by Amelia Ainsworth79
Mar 25, 2025
Hi, friends! During the Qingming Festival, the beautiful scenery of Zhangye and Ejina awaits you! This guide will take you on a 7-day photography tour, capturing every stunning moment. It's packed with useful information, so don't miss out!
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🚗Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart from Chengdu🛫——Arrive in Lanzhou
Depart from Chengdu and fly directly to Lanzhou to start a journey through Northwest China!
Day 2: Zhangye Danxia Landform🌈——Danxiakou Cultural Tourism Town
Visit the Zhangye Danxia Landform and experience the wonders of nature. In the evening, head to Danxiakou Cultural Tourism Town to experience the local culture.
Day 3: Heishui Kingdom Ruins🏛️——Ruo Shui Golden Sand Island🏝️——Populus Euphratica Forest🌳
Travel through the long river of history and visit the Heishui Kingdom Ruins. Then, go to Ruo Shui Golden Sand Island and experience the beauty of an oasis in the desert. Finally, explore the Populus Euphratica Forest and marvel at the unique landscape of nature.
Day 4: Juyan Lake🌊——Ejina Populus Euphratica Forest🍂
Head to Juyan Lake in the early morning to enjoy the magnificent sunrise. Afterwards, go deep into the Ejina Populus Euphratica Forest, focus on photography📸, and capture every touching moment of this golden ocean.
Day 5: Jinta Populus Euphratica Forest🍁——Jiayuguan Pass🏰
Continue the photography tour of the Populus Euphratica Forest and head to Jinta Populus Euphratica Forest. Arrive at Jiayuguan Pass in the afternoon and experience the majesty and vicissitudes of this ancient pass.
Day 6: Lanzhou Ink Danxia🎨
Return to Lanzhou and visit the Ink Danxia Tourist Area to appreciate the Danxia landform and the landscape like an ink painting.
Day 7: Return from Lanzhou🛬——Back to Chengdu
End your pleasant trip to Northwest China, take off from Lanzhou, and return to your cozy home in Chengdu.
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Travel Essentials:🎒
👕 Clothing: The temperature in Zhangye in March is moderate, but the temperature difference between day and night is large. It is recommended to bring down jackets, sweaters, and comfortable sneakers. Prepare a sun-protective jacket for warm daytime weather.
📸 Accessories: The scenery in Zhangye is beautiful, so remember to bring your camera to record the beautiful scenery! Sunglasses, hats, and sunscreen are essential for sun protection. Don't forget your power bank to keep your devices charged.
🆔 Documents: Your ID card is a must-have for travel. Don't forget to bring your student ID, military officer's card, and other documents that may offer special discounts!
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🎉Your journey in Zhangye is coming to an end. I hope these beautiful scenes will stay in your heart and become wonderful memories! See you next time~
Post by Amelia Ainsworth79 | Mar 25, 2025












