For a four-day tour starting from Xining to Populus euphratica Forest in Inner Mongolia, you can refer to the following suggestions:
Day 1: Depart from Xining to Ejina Banner
- Depart from Xining in the morning and take a plane or train to Alxa Left Banner (about 2 hours by plane, about 12 hours by train).
- Upon arrival, take a long-distance bus to Ejina Banner (about 2 hours).
- After arriving at Ejina Banner, check into the hotel and rest and adjust.
Day Two: Tour to Populus euphratica Forest in Ejina Banner
- In the morning, go to the Populus euphratica forest scenic spot in Ejina Banner and visit the Black City, Strange Forest and other attractions.
- Continue to visit Populus euphratica forest in the afternoon, you can choose to ride a camel, hike or take a sightseeing bus.
- Return to Ejina Banner in the evening and check into the hotel.
Day Three: Ejina Banner to Juyanhai
- Head to Juyanhai in the morning to visit this wetland nature reserve known as the “Kidney of the Earth”.
- In the afternoon, visit surrounding attractions, such as Moon Lake, Blackwater City, etc.
- Return to Ejina Banner in the evening and check into the hotel.
Day 4: Ejina Banner returns to Xining
- Free time in Ejina Banner in the morning, you can choose to visit Populus euphratica forest again or buy souvenirs.
- Take flight or train back to Xining in the afternoon.
- After arriving in Xining, the four-day tour ends.
Things to note:
- Due to the strong seasonality of Populus euphratica forest, the best time to visit is from September to November every year.
- Weather changes and road conditions need to be considered during the itinerary, and preparations must be made accordingly.
- Accommodation and transportation fees need to be booked in advance to avoid inconvenience.