Zhongwei One-Day Self-Drive Tour | The Hidden Route 99% of Tourists Don't Know About

When it comes to Zhongwei's tourism highlights
Think of ✅ Shapotou ✅ Highway 66 ✅ The Yellow River Homestay Collection
But this hidden one-day self-drive route
Will definitely help you avoid the crowds
And enjoy exclusive access to off-the-beaten-path gems

📍Zhongning County, this treasure trove famous for goji berries, is not only perfect for a stop on your way back from Zhongwei but also full of unexpected surprises! This itinerary adds a new accommodation option—stay at the Ctrip Resort Farmhouse (Ningxia Zhongning Huangyang Ancient Village Co-op Store), immersing you in the tranquility and comfort of an ancient village.

🙋🏻‍♀️ One-Day Itinerary: Zhongwei City - Ctrip Resort Farmhouse (Ningxia Zhongning Huangyang Ancient Village Co-op Store) - Huangyang Ancient Village (Highway 88) - Rock Art Beacon Tower - Shuanglong Grottoes - Yinchuan

🛖 Huangyang Ancient Village:
This is both a historic ancient village and now a unique tourist area. Staying at the Ctrip Resort Farmhouse, you can open your window to the charm of the ancient village, with 82 ancient residential buildings telling stories of the past. Visiting on weekdays, the scenic area is serene and peaceful. After purchasing tickets, you can choose from various package options to start a relaxing journey.

🛣️ Highway 88
Coming to Huangyang Ancient Village for this hidden highway is a great choice! Tucked away in the back mountains of the scenic area, self-drive vehicles can't enter—only the scenic area's shuttle can take you there. The 8.8-kilometer highway connects the Gobi Desert, sand dunes, valleys, and vast photovoltaic panels, creating a unique and astonishing landscape. The iconic uphill section is visually striking, and with no traffic on the closed road, you can freely pose in the middle of the road for stunning photos!

🗿 Rock Art Beacon Tower:
The Rock Art Beacon Tower is a perfect blend of history and art. Ancient rock carvings record the lives and beliefs of early inhabitants, while the standing beacon tower tells tales of past battles. Here, you can touch the traces of history and feel the passage of time.

✨ Shuanglong Grottoes:
These grotto temples, dating back to the Tang Dynasty, were carved into the mountain, with Tang-era statues inside witnessing the glory of the Silk Road. Across 13 grottoes, Taoist statues and murals display a unique artistic style, where Buddhist and Taoist cultures wonderfully intertwine.

🙆🏻‍♀️ Travel Tips:
1️⃣ Transportation is mainly self-drive or chartered cars.
2️⃣ Book your stay at the Ctrip Resort Farmhouse (Ningxia Zhongning Huangyang Ancient Village Co-op Store) in advance for convenience; don’t forget to purchase the Huangyang Ancient Village ticket—the basic 58-yuan package includes village access, Highway 88 shuttle, and special wormwood noodles.
3️⃣ Shuanglong Grottoes are free to visit. The stone carvings in the three-story temple rooms are visible when the lights are on, and the exhibition hall’s opening depends on luck.
Come unlock this unique route, stay in the ancient village farmhouse, and explore hidden scenic spots!