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Lanzhou, Tianshui and Maijishan Grottoes · 5 days
Combine Yellow River city life with Maijishan’s grottoes in eastern Gansu, giving five days to this region without rushing to Dunhuang.
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Lanzhou
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Tianshui
Pace, season and who it suits
Pace Two bases · One main rail transfer
Season Spring and autumn suit walking; allow extra booking and queue time during holidays
Who it suits Groups interested in Silk Road culture, grottoes and local food
Two perspectives, river and grottoes
Focus on eastern Gansu
Adjust high walkways to the group
01 Day 1
Lanzhou
Settle beside the Yellow River
Take a light first walk near Zhongshan Bridge and the riverfront, with dinner suited to tastes.
02 Day 2
Lanzhou
Collections and local food
Visit Gansu Provincial Museum around a booking, then enjoy city life and local noodles.
03 Day 3
Lanzhou → Tianshui
Continue to the grottoes’ city
Take the booked train to Tianshui, then explore the old town or Fuxi Temple area rather than rushing to Maijishan.
04 Day 4
Maijishan
Walkways and sculpted art
Make Maijishan the main visit, checking cave access and interpretation, with a reduced walkway route for height concerns.
05 Day 5
Tianshui
From the old town to departure
Enjoy final lanes and breakfast around your train, arranging the station transfer beforehand.
DATES, COMPANIONS AND STOPS
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- Getting around comfortably
- Stations, city centres and grottoes need separate connections, each checked in advance.
- Confirm this before departure
- Special caves and the standard visit may differ; follow operator notices for weather or conservation closures.
Itinerary and preparation
The itinerary can adapt to your dates, companions and interests. Bookings, transport and services are confirmed for the actual plan.
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