China · Geological Wonders

1-Day Yellow River Stone Forest Tour from Lanzhou with Rafting

1 Day Round trip from Lanzhou Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire dramatic desert landscapes, oases, and farmland on the journey from Lanzhou
  • 02 Ride a battery-powered bus along a mountain road with more than 20 winding curves
  • 03 Experience traditional rafting on inflated sheep-skin rafts across the Yellow River
  • 04 Enjoy a homemade lunch at a local farmer's home on the riverbank

Embark on a full-day private tour from Lanzhou to the Yellow River Stone Forest in Jingtai. Travel through scenic desert landscapes, oases, and farmland, then descend into this striking geological area by battery bus along a mountain road with more than 20 dramatic curves. Float on a traditional sheep-skin raft along the Yellow River and enjoy a locally prepared lunch in a farmer's home. This experience combines unique geology, ancient transportation methods, and authentic rural culture.

Float gently along the Yellow River while enjoying views of steep cliffs and natural formations on both riverbanks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Lanzhou
Languages English, Mandarin

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Yellow River Stone Forest Adventure from Lanzhou

  • Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Lanzhou city by your professional tour guide.
  • Board a comfortable air-conditioned private vehicle and depart Lanzhou.

  • Travel for approximately two hours through scenic landscapes, including deserts, oases, and farmland.

  • Arrive at the Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area and receive a brief introduction from your guide.

  • Board the park's battery bus and ascend a winding mountain road featuring more than 20 dramatic curves.

  • Admire panoramic views of the canyon, stone pillars, and sculpted formations that define this unique landscape.

  • Disembark and continue to the riverbank of the Yellow River.

  • Board a traditional raft made of inflated sheep skins, an ancient local mode of transportation.

  • Float gently along the Yellow River while enjoying views of steep cliffs and natural formations on both riverbanks.

  • Reach the opposite bank and disembark.

  • Walk to a local farmer's home and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch featuring regional specialties.

  • Take time to relax and interact with the locals if desired.

  • Rejoin your guide and vehicle for the return drive to Lanzhou.

  • Conclude your day with drop-off at your hotel in the city, bringing your unforgettable adventure to a close.

Yellow River Stone Forest, Yellow River, deserts and oases

Where this trip takes you

Yellow River Stone Forest, Yellow River, deserts and oases

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lanzhou 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Travel by private vehicle
  • Convenient hotel pick-up and drop-off in Lanzhou
  • Entrance ticket to Yellow River Stone Forest Park

What's Not Included

  • Food and beverage

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Lanzhou, Gansu, China
Tour start
Lanzhou, Gansu, China
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Lanzhou.

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