All Lanzhou Tours & Excursions in 2026

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.

Bingling Temple, one of the World Cultural Heritage in Gansu Province, about 75km from Lanzhou, is renowned for its amazing sculptures and frescos in the spectacular mountains beside the Yellow River. This private day tour will let you travel from Lanzhou to visit the stunning caves, and visit Red Garden if time permits. Centrally located Lanzhou hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the pickup time is 8am.

When we get to the park, we will take the shuttle bus down to the village on the zigzag road, as shown in the picture. Then we will take the boat to the entrance of the canyon, transfer with excursion bus+battery car to the depth of the canyon, and further up to the mountain top for the panoramic view of the magnificent sand rock mountains and the Yellow River. If you have camera will be perfect to make some great pictures from the air when the helicopter is not flying. If you’re strongly interested in making some kind of outstanding pictures, not just for relaxation, we can start from Lanzhou earlier. Yellow River Stone Forest is composed of many sand stalagmites and stone pillars in various sizes and shapes. Unique patterns on cliff sides formed by water and wind erosion have made the stone forest more attractive. The fabulous scene is a prodigious creation of nature. Together with the surrounding deserts, oases and farms, it's a charming day .

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.

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.

Save time and money by pre-booking a private transfer service to your Lanzhou hotel! You'll be met by a representative at the Lanzhou Railway Stations and transferred in comfort to your hotel. This is the ideal way to start your holiday! This transfer is valid for all Railway stations in Lanzhou.Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and coincide with your train's arrival.

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.

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.

Avoid the stress of public transportation by booking this private airport transfer before you arrive! Travel from Lanzhou Zhongchuan International Airport to your hotel in Lanzhou by a private vehicle. Upon your arrival at the airport, you will be met by a representative at the arrivals and transferred to your destination. It's that easy! Transfer services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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.

In Lanzhou, it is difficult to find a taxi station on street. There is not a taxi hotline of English service in Lanzhou, and it is not easy to find a taxi during rainy days, peak hours (6.00am to 9.30am and 6.00pm to midnight), weekend and public holidays. For people who prefer to reserve everything in order ahead of time, this pre-booking service is what you are looking for. Price is inclusive of all charges such as peak hour charges, midnight charges, city area surcharge, toll and parking fees.

There are 2 railway stations in Lanzhou: Lanzhou Station and Lanzhou West Station. Demand for taxi service in Lanzhou is high but there are limited taxi waiting outside these two railway stations. It is not easy to reserve a limousine by phone in Lanzhou because many operators do not speak in English.  To avoid the hassle of long taxi lines at the railway station, you will love this pre-booking pickup service in Lanzhou.  Your driver will hold your name sign, wait at the exit from where you come out, and then take you to the hotel with ease.

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.

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.

Skip the hassle of public transportation with a private round-trip transfer from Lanzhou to the Yellow River Stone Forest in Jingtai. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel and transport you to the entrance, where you can explore the scenic area at your own pace. Your driver will be waiting to take you back to Lanzhou when you are done.