Welcome to travel in Gansu Transportation: about 800 RMB Accommodation: about 1000 RMB Food and drink: about 600 RMB Tickets and others: about 600 RMB

Welcome to travel in Gansu

Transportation: about 800 RMB
Accommodation: about 1000 RMB
Food and drink: about 600 RMB
Tickets and others: about 600 RMB
Spare/shopping: about <100 RMB

Day 1: Lanzhou — City Cultural Experience
**Transportation:** Arrive in Lanzhou (high-speed train/plane), use city bus or taxi
Attractions:

Yellow River Iron Bridge: Experience the grandeur of the "Mother River"
Baita Hill Park: Overlook Lanzhou city, take photos
Zhongshan Bridge (Yellow River Iron Bridge): Feel the century-old history
**Food:** Lanzhou Beef Noodles (economical and affordable)
**Accommodation:** Budget hotel or youth hostel (about 200 RMB)

Day 2: Lanzhou — Tianshui Day Trip
**Transportation:** Train or bus to Tianshui (about 2 hours, about 50 RMB)
Attractions:

Maijishan Grottoes: World Cultural Heritage, admire Buddhist art (ticket about 100 RMB)
Fuxi Temple: Learn about the legendary ancestor of the Chinese nation
Return to Lanzhou: Return in the evening, enjoy local specialty snacks
**Accommodation:** Same as Lanzhou before

Day 3: Depart Lanzhou — Zhangye Danxia Landform
**Transportation:** Early high-speed train or long-distance bus to Zhangye (about 4 hours, about 150 RMB)
Attractions:

Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park: Colorful hills, a photography paradise (ticket about 150 RMB)
**Accommodation:** Budget hotel in Zhangye city (about 200 RMB)

Day 4: Zhangye — Jiayuguan
**Transportation:** By car (about 2 hours, 50 RMB)
Attractions:

Jiayuguan Great Wall: An important pass on the Silk Road, feel the weight of history
Hanging Great Wall: Climb the wall, overlook magnificent scenery
Return to Zhangye: Return in the evening, taste local specialty food
**Accommodation:** Zhangye city

Day 5: Return or Continue Exploring
Depending on your return time, you can stroll around Zhangye city, experience local markets or snacks
If time allows, visit the Rainbow Danxia (if budget permits, consider additional tickets and transportation)

Tips:
Transportation: It is recommended to book train or long-distance bus tickets in advance to save budget
Accommodation: Choose budget chain hotels or youth hostels for cost-effectiveness
Food: Try more local specialty snacks, both affordable and authentic
Tickets: Some attractions offer discounts for students and seniors, remember to bring relevant documents

Budget Summary (Estimate):
Item Budget (RMB)
Transportation (including high-speed train, long-distance) about 800
Accommodation (5 nights) about 1000
Food and drink about 600
Tickets and others about 600
Spare/shopping about <100
Total about 3000 RMB

Yellow River Iron Bridge
Hope this guide helps you explore the beautiful scenery of Gansu easily and happily! Have a pleasant trip to the Yellow River Iron Bridge!

Post by AvaMontgomery25 | Oct 18, 2025

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