2 Days Inner Mongolia Tour to Huitengxile Grassland

Day-by-day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival at Huitengxile Grassland
   Stunning Grassland Views and Mongolian Life

   Upon your arrival at Ulanqab, begin your tour to Inner Mongolia. The local guide and driver will drive you to the Yellow Flower Valley, a central area of Huitengxile Grassland.

   Arrival Tips:

   • The nearest train station is Ulanqab Railway Station, about 110km away from Huitengxile Grassland.
   • The nearest high-speed train station is Hohhot East Railway Station, about 170 kilometers away.
   • Hohhot Baita International Airport is the nearest airport, approximately 170km away.

   

   In the afternoon, take a leisurely walk in the vast grassland. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of green meadows, rolling hills, and colorful flowers. Talk with the locals to immerse yourself in the Mongolian culture and customs. Also explore the grassland further by taking local sightseeing cars, trains, cable cars, or animal-drawn vehicles(optional).

   Highlights to explore the following attractions:

   Yellow Flowers Valley Geopark: A typical geological site featuring diverse landforms. Explore plenty of strange rocks of different shapes here. Along the trails, you will also see a picturesque view of cliffs, springs, and forests. Also observe rare plants and animals such as Mongolian gazelles, red deer, and golden eagles.

   Wokuotai Flowers Prairie: A natural flower garden covering 30 square kilometers. Admire a wonderful meadow with different flowers blooming in various seasons. Also, explore yurts among the flowers and the windmills in the distance.

   Niudangou Ecological Valley: A natural oxygen bar on the grassland. You will relax among the lush forests and crystal lakes.

   Optional Dinner: In the evening, choose to join in a Zhama Banquet dinner. Dress in Mongolian costumes and taste local cuisine such as roasted lamb, milk tea, cheese, yogurt, and pastries. In addition, watch Mongolian folk songs and dances during the dinner.

   Meal: Lunch

   Accommodation: in a Mongolian yurt on the grassland

   

2. Day 2: Departure from Huitengxile Grassland to Hohhot
   Free Time to Explore Huitengxile Grassland

   In the morning, watch the sunrise and marvel at the vast grassland shining with golden light. You can capture this fascinating view through photos or videos.

   After breakfast, it’s free for you to wander around Huitengxile Grassland. Enjoy the serene grassland scenery and observe the cattle and sheep on the grassland.

   

   Various optional activities(at your own expense):

   • Horse Riding: Learn the art of mounting, steering, and controlling a horse with your guide on the grassland.
   • Archery: Master the techniques of holding, aiming, and shooting under guidance.
   • Wrestling: Watch Mongolian wrestling matches, a traditional sport.

   The 2-day Inner Mongolia tour to Huitengxile Grassland is over. You will be transferred to the airport or train station to your next destination.

   Meal: Breakfast + Lunch

   Accommodation: N/A

   Good to Know:

   • The best time to visit Huitengxile Grassland is from June to September, when the weather is mild and flowers are in full bloom.
   • As the average temperature of the grassland is low (about 10°C lower than that of the city), please bring warm clothes.
   • Accommodation on the grassland is relatively simple, so please prepare appropriate personal items.
   • Food on the grasslands is mainly meat and dairy products, so please bring snacks and drinks if you have any food taboos.
   • Optional activities are subject to availability and weather conditions, please check with your guide and pay on site.