Lanzhou Private Day Tour to Yellow River Stone Forest

Stone formations carved by four billion years meet the Yellow River at this geological landmark near Lanzhou.

This private day tour from Lanzhou to Yellow River Stone Forest Park includes round-trip hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, park entry and an electric shuttle through the park's most iconic spots. A 2.5-hour drive takes you to towering stone formations carved by wind and water erosion, where winding paths and Yellow River views make it a photographer's destination. Your guide shares insights into the park's geological history and leads you to the best vantage points.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Yellow River Stone Forest Park

• Meet guide and driver at hotel
• Drive 2.5 hours to Stone Forest Park
• Skip ticket lines with pre-booked entry
• Take electric shuttle bus in park
• Visit iconic viewing points with guide
• Optional sheepskin raft ride (pay onsite)
• Drive back to Lanzhou
• Optional drop-off at local restaurant
• Return to hotel

The experience

The tour starts with pickup from your Lanzhou hotel at a scheduled time, then a 2.5-hour scenic drive to Yellow River Stone Forest Park. Your English-speaking guide shares details about the park's four-billion-year geological history en route. Upon arrival, you skip the ticket lines with your pre-arranged entry and step into a landscape of towering stone formations rising sharply against the sky: the result of millennia of wind and water erosion carving through the rock.

Once inside, you board an included electric shuttle bus to reach the park's most iconic spots efficiently. Your guide leads you to the best viewing points and explains the rock formations as you move through the rugged terrain. The winding paths and views of the Yellow River weaving through the stone forest make it a strong choice for photography. A traditional sheepskin raft ride (an iconic Yellow River transportation made from dried, inflated sheepskins tied to a wooden frame) is available on-site if you want to book it separately at your own cost.

After exploring the park, the driver can drop you at a local restaurant for lunch at your own expense, then returns you to your Lanzhou hotel to conclude the tour. The entire outing runs six to seven hours from pickup to drop-off.

What’s included

• Your tour includes an English-speaking guide and experienced driver.
• round-trip private vehicle transfer from your Lanzhou hotel.
• park entry ticket.
• and an electric shuttle bus ride through the park's most iconic spots.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00 and 09:00

AgesAdult (10 to 90 years) · Child (4 to 9 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Unique Beijing Tours

Is this one for you?The six- to seven-hour outing involves walking winding paths through the park's rugged terrain, so a moderate level of mobility helps you reach the best viewing points, though the included electric shuttle bus covers the main attractions efficiently.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 9 years); Infant (under 4): free.

How far is Yellow River Stone Forest Park from Lanzhou?

Yellow River Stone Forest Park sits approximately 2.5 hours by private vehicle from Lanzhou city center, with your guide sharing geological insights during the scenic drive.

What can I do at Yellow River Stone Forest Park?

You'll walk winding paths through towering stone formations carved by wind and water erosion over four billion years, ride an included electric shuttle bus to the park's most iconic spots, and view the Yellow River weaving through the stone forest. A traditional sheepskin raft ride is available for an additional cost if you book it on-site.

Is lunch included in this tour?

Lunch is not included, but your driver can drop you at a local restaurant where you can dine at your own expense before returning to your hotel.

What language does the guide speak?

Your tour guide speaks English and will share details about the park's geological history and rock formations throughout the day.

Does the tour include park entry?

Yes, park entry is pre-booked and included in the tour price, so you skip the ticket lines upon arrival.