01City Guide
Zhuoer Mountain Scenic Area
卓尔山景区
All Ages
Admission
Jun-Aug: admission and sightseeing shuttle usually cost CNY 60-80 together.
Typical Visit
Allow time for the shuttle and the main boardwalk walk.
At a Glance
Visa Policy
Plan visa or transit eligibility by your China entry route
Best Season
Jun-Sep for grassland scenery and high-altitude road trips; check current mountain-road access before departure
Climate
High-altitude Qinghai mountain climate with strong sun, large day-night temperature changes, cool or cold winds, and weather that can quickly affect roads and visibility
Top Attractions
02City Guide
Qilian Mountain Grassland
祁连山草原
Admission
Free along public road sections; private pasture access and activities are separate on-site transactions.
Typical Visit
Flexible roadside stops as part of a driving day
03City Guide
Binggou Forest Scenic Area
冰沟林海景区
Admission
No unified ticket gate or admission charge.
Typical Visit
About 1 hour for the core walk; 2-3 hours for a fuller visit
04Nature Escape
Qilian Mountains Scenic Area
祁连山风景区
Admission
No unified ticket; individual stops have separate entry, fee, and parking rules.
Typical Visit
Flexible selected stops within a daylight driving day
05Built Heritage
Arou Temple
阿柔大寺
All Ages
Admission
CNY 15 for adults
Typical Visit
30-60 minutes
06Nature Escape
Amidongsuo Scenic Area
阿咪东索景区
Admission
Free entry from May to July 2026; register visitors and the vehicle plate at the east gate and sign the liability waiver.
Typical Visit
Allow time for entry registration, fixed stops, and west-gate exit before closing.
07Historic Walk
Ebao Ancient City Ruins Park
峨堡古城遗址公园
Admission
The ruins park and Ancient City Museum are separate visits; do not assume shared tickets.
Typical Visit
Short daylight stop for the ruins; allow separate time only if visiting the museum.
08City Guide
Dadongshu Mountain Pass
大冬树山垭口
Admission
Free roadside stop; no unified ticket office.
Typical Visit
15-30 minutes
09City Guide
Heihe Grand Canyon
黑河大峡谷
Admission
Free roadside canyon; no unified gate or admission fee.
Typical Visit
About 1-1.5 hours to the core viewpoint; longer for an onward drive