Gansu Travel Guide

Xiaojin Plateau Scenic Area From Lanzhou Airport to the city center, you can choose the intercity high-speed train or a hotel near Lanzhou West Station. Gansu Museum — Statue of Mother Yellow River — White Pagoda Mountain — Zhengning Night Market Arrive in Lanzhou at noon, rest at the hotel, then head to the Gansu Museum (advance reservation required, closed on Mondays, seriously visit for 3-4 hours), afterwards take a taxi to the Statue Park, stroll along the Yellow River, reach the park via Baita Bridge, climb up to overlook the Lanzhou night view (after 12:00 midnight), there is a dessert shop downstairs, you can try it. (The night market food is so-so) Day 1 Morning: From Lanzhou to Zhangye West/Overnight train Evening: Take the train from Zhangye Railway Station to Dunhuang, sleep on the train Day 2 Morning: Arrive in Dunhuang, admire the Danxia landform Noon: Reach Zhangye Museum (advance reservation required, closed on Mondays, food may not be cheap, it is recommended to bring some snacks) Afternoon: Visit Mogao Caves (it is recommended to stay near the train station for convenience) Evening: Shazhou Night Market — Watch the 'Impression Dunhuang' performance Day 3 Morning: Arrive in Dunhuang/Overnight in Dunhuang It is recommended to stay near the train station for convenience.