Things to Do in Lanzhou

Discover the Yellow River Stone Forest National Geological Park on a day trip from Lanzhou. Marvel at the park’s unique formations, explore its diverse landscapes, and enjoy a comfortable journey.

Gansu province is a famous for its rich and varied resourced for tourism development -- with all kinds of topography resources except oceans and reefs. The Hexi corridor used to be a very important part for foreign travelers arrive to center China. Our tour will bring you back to the past of the Hexi Corridor. Everyday will show you the thousand years history of this region.

Discover the vibrant colors of the Watercolor Danxia Scenic Area on a half-day trip from Lanzhou. Choose between a morning or afternoon session and enjoy hotel pickup and drop-off.

1, Private english-guide and personal tour vehicle with driver service. 2, Off-the-beaten path without being bothered by the crowded tour groups. 3, Speed-boat can be reserved in advance to the entrance of Binglingsi grottoes. 4, The chance of experiencing authentic food in local restaurant. 5. Hassle-free tour with all entrance tickets included.

Discover Lanzhou’s Silk Road history and Yellow River culture with Gansu Provincial Museum, a sheepskin raft, White Pagoda Hill, and Zhongshan Bridge.

Discover the Hexi Corridor like never before on our exclusive private tour. From the awe-inspiring Mogao Caves and hands-on mural copying experience to the vibrant Dunhuang Night Market and our stylish desert camp dinner with camel rides, ATVs, bonfires, and fireworks, this tour combines culture, adventure, and relaxation. Travel comfortably with private vehicles tailored to your group size, enjoy authentic local cuisine, and experience the rich history of Gansu in a way only insiders can. Perfect for travelers seeking a unique, immersive, and unforgettable journey along the Silk Road.

Discover Tianshui's history and culture on a 2-day tour from Lanzhou. Visit the Fuxi Temple, Tianshui Ancient City, Maijishan Grottoes, and Jingtu Temple with a private driver.

Bingling Temple Grottos is a well-known cultural heritage and situated in the valley beside the Yellow River. This day tour will let you take the private vehicle from Lanzhou to Liujiaxia Reservoir, then take the fast boat to Bingling Temple Grottos. The attractions include the Liujiaxia Reservoir and Bingling Temple Grottos. Centrally located Lanzhou hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the pickup time is 8:30am. Note we will arrange a car ride to Bingling Temple Grottos instead of the fast boat if the reservoir is impossible to sail.

Embark on a 7-day journey from Lanzhou to Gannan. Explore Tibetan culture, visit the Maijishan Grottoes, and discover the First Bend of the Yellow River.

Renowned for its breathtaking dramatic landscapes forged over an astounding four billion years of geological history, Yellow River Stone Forest Park ranks as the premier attraction near Lanzhou. Embark on this exclusive private guided day tour from Lanzhou to explore this natural masterpiece, with a seamless all-inclusive experience featuring pre-booked park entry tickets, a professional English-speaking local guide, round-trip private vehicle transfers, and convenient door-to-door pick-up and drop-off from your Lanzhou hotel—all thoughtfully arranged for a hassle-free adventure, with meals not included.

Explore Lanzhou's cultural and natural highlights on a full-day tour. Visit the Gansu Provincial Museum and the stunning Ink Danxia Scenic Area.

Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Lanzhou city hotel to Yellow River Stone Forest of Jingtai. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy the attraction at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the main entrance, assistant you for the entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot, after your self-guided tour finished, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel or accommodation in Lanzhou City.

Discover the Watercolor Danxia, Bingling Temple Grottoes, and the Yellow-Tao River confluence on a day trip from Lanzhou. Enjoy a speedboat ride and explore the grottoes and Danxia landscapes.

Lanzhou is the capital of the Gansu Province in China. This private day tour will let you explore Zhongshan Iron Bridge, Gansu Provincial Museum(Close on Monday), White Pagoda Hill, Yellow River, Zhangye Pedestrian etc. Centrally located Lanzhou hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the pickup time is 8:30am. Due to the limitation daily visitor numbers in peak season for the Province Museum, we will arrange to visit City Museum or City God Temple.

Discover the beauty of the Yellow River, Liujiaxia Bridge, and Bingling Temple Grottoes on a private tour from Lanzhou. Enjoy a scenic drive and explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

You will walk along the Yellow Rive, visit the oldest bridge in Lanzhou, enjoy a bird view of Lanzhou from the White Pogoda Mountain. The BinglingsI Grottoes is a important Buddhism area in Linxia city,the Yellow River goes into Bingling Gorge where the most attractive scenic spot -- Bingling Temple Grotto is situated. Labrang Lamasery, one of the six main lamaseries of the Yellow Sect of Buddhism and the largest Lamaism institute in the world with a large collection of scriptures volumes.

Travel from Lanzhou to Gannan on a full-day journey. Visit Labrang Monastery, one of the most important Tibetan Buddhist centers, then relax on the vast Sangke Grassland before returning to Lanzhou.

Explore the magnificent Labrang Monastery on this private full-day tour from Lanzhou. Appreciate the natural scenery along the way, accompanied by your own private guide, learn about the Tibetan Buddhism and its unique style of architecture, stroll around the halls and courtyards of the temple to discover the monastery's people, life and soul. This private day tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, local lunch, travel by private vehicle, Lanzhou hotel pick up and drop off also included.

A private day trip from Xi’an to Tianshui via a 1.5-hour bullet train. Explore the Maijishan Grottoes cliffside Buddhas and Bagua origins at Fuxi Temple, with returns to Xi'an or transfers to Lanzhou.

If you need to reserve a transfer service from hotel to Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport (LHW), this pre-booking service is the best choice for people who like to reserve everything in order ahead of time.  The service is delivered by experienced professional driver in company uniform and a vehicle with company logo, plus service from an English speaking staff with 24/7 backup support.

Explore Xining on a private day trip from Lanzhou. Visit the Kumbum Monastery, admire the butter sculptures, and see the Dongguan Mosque.

Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport(LHW) is located 70km north of Lanzhou.  It is difficult to reserve airport pickup service in advance by telephone.  To avoid the hassle of long airport taxi lines, you will love this pre-booking Lanzhou Airport pickup service.  It is offered by one of the biggest car rental company in China.  Your driver will hold your name sign, waiting at the exit from where you come out, and then take you to the hotel with ease.  Please provide flight details and hotel name and address to receive a confirmation voucher in time.  Though your driver does not speak in English, you might use the contact number to contact a company staff speaking English for urgent help.

Discover Lanzhou’s natural wonders in one day, from surreal desert shapes and colorful Danxia landforms to a quiet historic town along the Yellow River, blending striking scenery with local heritage.

Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Lanzhou city hotel to Labrang Monastery. When make booking, you can choose one way or round trip transfer.

Discover Tianshui's history and culture on a 2-day tour from Lanzhou. Visit the Fuxi Temple, Tianshui Ancient City, Maijishan Grottoes, and Jingtu Temple with a private driver.

Perfect for those with limited time in China! Enhance your sightseeing experience of Shanghai by designing your own itinerary on this private, full-day tour from Lanzhou by plane. Be greeted by a knowledgeable local guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, customize your day according to your interests. Choose to visit some of the city’s historical highlights such as White Jade Temple, Yuyuan Garden; explore the waterfront Bund; venture into the Shanghai Museum, discover the atmospheric French Concession, and the lively nightlife district of Xintiandi. Tour includes plane tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to end your tour in Shanghai or return Lanzhou.

Explore historic museums, float on traditional sheepskin rafts, visit ancient Buddhist grottoes, and immerse in Tibetan culture at Labrang Monastery.

Pleasure Tour is a 15 years of development and legitimate China inbound tourism products supplier, we offer high quality, accurate and competitive service and price.Welcome to the world of Pleasure Tour. We create a true travel experience with sincerity, innovation, struggle and excellence. This is the most convenient, safe and legal way to transport your vehicle between the airport and the city hotel. All prices are already included and you will not be charged. Hold your name tag and wait for you, then enjoy safe and worry-free personal driving service. * From airport to hotel or from hotel to airport. * Vehicles we offer are cars that comply with applicable laws and regulations and are insured. * We transport by air vehicle equipped with air conditioner. * The driver will pick up your luggage. * 7 * 24 hour urgent customer service, if you make a reservation before 12pm, you can ask a multilingual customer support representative for help in case of problems. * Free cancellation within 48 hours

Travel from Lanzhou to Liujiaxia Reservoir, witness the stunning “double water color” at the Huang-Tao River confluence, and explore Bingling Temple Grottoes with Buddhist statues and murals.

This private one-day tour offers you an opportunity to take round-trip bullet train from Lanzhou to Maijishan Grottoes in Tianshui. Maijishan Grottoes has been one of the 4 well-known grottoes in China with its spectacular sculptures and statues since ancient time. Moreover, the scenery around the Maiji Mountain looks like a Chinese traditional painting. Pickup time is at 8am from your centrally located Lanzhou hotel. Chinese lunch is included.

Discover the Yellow River Stone Forest on a private day trip from Lanzhou. Explore the geological wonders, enjoy a scenic shuttle bus ride, and visit a folk village.

Bingling Temple Caves and Labrang Monastery in Xiahe are renowned for Buddhism culture. This private 2-day tour will let you travel from Lanzhou to Labrang with a local guide, and the attactions include Bingling Temple Grottos and Labrang Monastery.

Discover Wuwei on a private Lanzhou day trip: see Tianti Grottoes’ Silk Road Buddhist art, explore Leitai Park’s Han Tombs (home to the bronze "Flying Horse"), &admire the millennium-old Luoshi Pagoda

This 9 days China silk road private tour will provide you a great opportunity to experiecen Lanzhou、Xiahe、Zhangye、Jiayuguan、Dunhuang. All entrance fees , private van, driver, English guide , train tickets and Chinese lunch are provided.

For first-time visitors, this vibrant city is your gateway to magnificent natural wonders and a rich cultural heritage. We offer three one-day tour packages for you to choose from.

This private Lanzhou airport (LHW) transfer is especially offered to tourists who are not familiar with Lanzhou and transportation in Lanzhou. It Is from Lanzhou hotel to Lanzhou airport. Our driver will meet you in hotel and directly transfer you to the right terminal of your flight. Please offer the right hotel and flight information and then enjoy your way to airport.

Explore the Liujia Gorge and Binglingsi Grottoes on a private tour from Lanzhou. Enjoy a boat cruise, learn about the history of the grottoes, and admire the views of the Yellow River.

This private transfer service offers you the most convenient and worry-free transfer service from Lanzhou city to Lanzhou railway stations. The transfer works for all railway stations in Lanzhou (Lanzhou Railway Station, Lanzhu East Railway Station and Lanzhou West Railway Station). Enjoy a most convenient and comfortable ride with your own professional driver and you will be dropped off at the station directly for your departure train. Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Discover Lanzhou's rich history and culture on a guided day tour. Visit the Yellow River Scenic Belt, explore the Gansu Provincial Museum, and choose between two scenic parks.

Join this private day tour from Lanzhou to visit Liujia Gorge and Binglingsi Grottoes. Enjoy amazing view of the Liujia Gorge, Yellow river and surrounding mountains. Take the boat cruise to discover the UNESCO site of Bingling Temple, stroll around the grottoes with your tour guide, get to know its history ,value and meaning. This private one day tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, boat cruise, local lunch, private car and Lanzhou city hotel pick up an drop off.

Take a day trip from Lanzhou to the Yellow River Stone Forest and Yongtai Ancient City. Discover dramatic geological landscapes, desert fortresses, and frontier history before returning to Lanzhou.

In just two days, you can accomplish a lot of sightseeing from Lanzhou on this private guided tour. Enjoy amazing view of the Liujia Gorge, Yellow river and take the boat cruise to discover the UNESCO site of Bingling Temple. Explore the magnificent Labrang Monastery, learn about the Tibetan Buddhism, its unique style of architecture, its people, life and soul. Tour incluidng English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, boat cruise, local lunch and travel by private vehicle. Overnight in Xiahe 4 Star Hotel also included. You can choose to end your tour in Xiahe or travel back to Lanzhou after the tour.

Journey Through the Silk Road: Embrace Danxia, Canyons, Fortresses, Mogao Caves, and Immerse in Intangible Heritage, Fine Wine, and the Spirit of the Hexi Corridor.

Zhangye Danxia Geopark is a very popular attraction recently due to its unique landform and fresh colors. This private day tour will let you explore both Rainbow Danxia and Binggou Danxia from Lanzhou by round-way bullet train. Pickup from your centrally located Lanzhou hotel is at 6:30am. Chinese lunch is included. Please note this is a long day tour.

Explore the Labrang Monastery on a private day trip from Lanzhou. Learn about Tibetan Buddhism, admire the architecture, and enjoy a Tibetan lunch（Costs borne by yourself.）.

Join this 3-day essence of Beijing private tour from Lanzhou by plane. You will visit the most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites: The Great Wall of China which is the longest defensive project in the world; Feel the best preserved imperial palace - Forbidden City; Explore the beautiful architecture in the Temple of Heaven; Admire the most beautiful garden at the Summer Palace; Discover the local daily life at the hutong allays; Touch the amazing Chinese history and taste delicious local food and more. Tour including plane tickets, entrance fee, lunch, English speaking tour guide and travel by private vehicle. You can choose to end your tour in Beijing or return Lanzhou. Tour includes the option to book 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.

Gannan, the "Window to the Tibetan Plateau", is a mystical land of Tibetan culture and pristine natural beauty. Hike vast grasslands, experience Tibetan family life, and admire the prairie starry sky.

Xining is the capital of Qinghai Province in China. This day tour offers you an opportunity to visit the Kumbum Monastery, an establishment of Tibetan Buddhism in Qinghai, and the Dongguan Mosque in Xining from Lanzhou by private car with a local guide. Pickup time from your centrally located Lanzhou hotel is at 8am.

Visit the sacred Labrang Monastery, roam the nomadic Sangke Grassland, discover serene Langmusi, and hike the dramatic cliffs of Zagana Village.

Explore the highlights of Wuwei on this private full-day tour from Lanzhou. Admire the 15m-high Shakyamuni Buddha at Tianti Grottoes which have over 1500 years of history. Discover the 2000 years old Han Tombs at Leitai Park and Museum. Marvel at the 12-storey Luoshi Pagoda which was built between AD 384~403 dedicated to Kumarajiva- the great translator of Buddhist sutras whose tongue was buried beneath the pagoda. This private day tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, local lunch, travel by private vehicle. You can choose to finish your tour in Wuwei, or back to Lanzhou.