Yellow River Nights in Lanzhou
by Nengkh9
Jul 23, 2025
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























