5-Day Tour of Alxa-Zhangye: Enjoy the Desert and Danxia

My dears, here comes the five-day in-depth travel guide to Alxa-Zhangye! To have fun in both places, just read this article. Hurry up and start your trip to the Northwest! -------------------- 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from Xi'an - Lanzhou/Zhangye Starting from Xi'an, embark on a journey to Lanzhou or Zhangye, looking forward to the next adventure! Day 2: Explore the mysterious Heicheng Ruoshui Populus euphratica Scenic Area Tour the mysterious Heicheng Ruoshui Populus euphratica Scenic Area for the whole day and feel the vicissitudes and beauty of nature. Day 3: Watching the sunrise at Juyan Lake - Visiting Ceke Port - Walking in the Populus euphratica forest in Ejina In the morning, enjoy the magnificent sunrise at Juyan Lake, then go to Ceke Port to experience the border customs, and finally walk in the Populus euphratica forest in Ejina to enjoy the charm of autumn. Day 4: Experience Danxiakou Cultural Tourism Town - Zhangye Colorful Danxia Wonders Experience the local culture in Danxiakou Cultural Tourism Town, then go to Zhangye Colorful Danxia to marvel at the wonders of nature. Day 5: Return from Lanzhou/Zhangye to Xi’an After a wonderful trip to the northwest, return to Xi’an from Lanzhou or Zhangye, full of memories and gains. -------------------- Attractions to visit: Zhangye Colorful Danxia Tourist Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Nantai Village, Nijiaying Town, Linze County, Zhangye City, Gansu Province Opening hours: November 1, 2024-February 28, 2025 07:30-17:00 Visit duration: 3-5 hours Zhangye Colorful Danxia, ​​Danxia and colorful hills are intertwined, as if it is a palette of nature, and the wonders are so spectacular that people linger. Ejina Populus euphratica Forest Tourist Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: 100 meters east of Yidaqiao, Dalaihubu Town, Ejina Banner, Alxa League, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Visit duration: 1 day The three thousand years old poplars, in the golden autumn, turn their leaves golden, as if you are in a huge oil painting. Heicheng Ruoshui Populus euphratica Scenic Area ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: 18 km southwest of Dalaihub Town, Ejina Banner, Alxa (at Highway 98, Jiuhang Road) Opening hours: September 9, 2024-March 31, 2025 06:30-20:30 Visiting time: 1 day Heicheng Ruoshui Populus euphratica forest has different scenery in each season. Whether you like the tender green of spring, the richness of summer, the golden color of autumn, or the pure white of winter, this place can meet your expectations. -------------------- Notes: 🌦️ February climate: The weather in Alxa and Zhangye is cold in February, so you need to prepare thick coats and warm items. ✈️ Airport transportation: There are buses from Zhangye Airport to the city center with affordable fares, but please note that changes in flight times may affect bus schedules. 🎁 Specialty prices: When buying local specialties, you may want to compare prices and choose reputable merchants to avoid being cheated by high prices. 📸 Photo check-in spots: Populus euphratica forests, deserts and grasslands are all beautiful check-in spots. Remember to prepare your camera and power bank to take beautiful photos! -------------------- Alashan and Zhangye, the beauty and culture of both places are waiting for you to discover, don't miss this unique journey!