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The Hexi Corridor in winter is a silent and grand romance

I thought the Hexi Corridor was already beautiful in summer, until I took the kids there in winter~ No crowded crowds, no expensive airfares, snow-covered Danxia❄️, silent deserts, and exclusive access to the Mogao Caves. Coming to the Hexi Corridor in winter is truly so❗️worth it❗️ 🌟Who understands the joy of the off-season ✔️See more caves at the Mogao Caves, upgraded experience ✔️Fewer people in the scenic spots, no need to fight for photo spots ✔️Hotel prices “plummet,” easy to stay in high-end hotels ✔️Yellow sand and white snow in the same frame, a unique view 🧥 Dressing advice Thick down jacket + fleece-lined outdoor jacket + thermal underwear layered Non-slip warm boots + gloves + knit hat Gansu is dry and cold in winter, windproof and warmth are key! ✈️ Major transportation tips Fly to Lanzhou, high-speed train/plane direct access is very convenient Return can be from Dunhuang or Lanzhou, flexible arrangements Round-trip winter airfares are often dirt cheap 🚗 Itinerary D1: Nationwide — Lanzhou gathering 🐫 Check in at Gansu Provincial Museum to see the Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow, view the Yellow River night scene at Zhongshan Bridge, and eat a bowl of authentic Lanzhou beef noodles 🏠 Stay: Lanzhou Puyan Hotel D2: Lanzhou — Jiuquan — Jiayuguan 🐫 Take the high-speed train to Jiuquan, visit Jiayuguan Fortress, climb the tower to overlook the snow-capped mountains and the Great Wall intertwined. The fortress sunset is especially magnificent, and the snowy city wall looks even more desolate 🏠 Stay: Gonghanglv Jiayuguan Mingzhu Hotel D3: Jiayuguan — Dunhuang — Mingsha Mountain 🐫 The wonder of Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring coexisting with sand and snow can only be seen in winter. Ride camels with no queues in the off-season. At night, visit Dunhuang Night Market, recommended are apricot peel tea and Shazhou beef pancakes 🏠 Stay: Dongyi Dunhuang Hotel D4: Dunhuang Museum — Western Thousand Buddha Caves — Yangguan 🐫 Learn about Dunhuang history at Dunhuang Museum, visit the quieter Western Thousand Buddha Caves in the afternoon, then head to the Yangguan ruins to feel the vastness of “No old friends west of Yangguan” 🏠 Stay: Dongyi Dunhuang Hotel D5: Dunhuang — Mogao Caves — Son of the Earth — Jiayuguan 🐫 Watch digital films + visit actual caves, check in at Gobi art sculpture groups along the way. In the off-season, you can see more caves with more detailed explanations 🏠 Stay: Gonghanglv Jiayuguan Mingzhu Hotel D6: Jiayuguan — Rainbow Danxia — Zhangye — Lanzhou 🐫 Drive to Zhangye, visit Rainbow Danxia. After snow, the Danxia colors are softer, like an ink painting scroll. Take the high-speed train back to Lanzhou, check out the old street 🏠 Stay: Lanzhou Puyan Hotel D7: Lanzhou return 🐫 Check in at Gansu Provincial Museum, Zhongshan Bridge, and Baita Mountain Park 💡 Why choose us ✅ Small groups of 3-7 people, pure play with no shopping, comfortable pace ✅ High-standard accommodation throughout, five-star in Lanzhou/Jiayuguan, four-star in Dunhuang ✅ Tickets + insurance + breakfast all included, worry-free group tour ✅ Can join group or go independently, flexible grouping If you like fewer people, deep scenery, and good experiences, this winter, you really should bring the kids to the Hexi Corridor🏔 - 👉【Charter Tours】 【Customized Tours】 【Private Groups】 all available~ To get the same itinerary, tap the bottom left of the screen 【Chat with TA】 for a plan! -
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Posted: Dec 9, 2025
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