Wine, Rock & River

This route is built for travelers already in China: three easy days of ancient tombs, rock art, wine and big skies.

Destinations: Ningxia

Duration: 3 days · 2 nights
Group: Private · 1–4 guests
Pace: Easy
Starts / ends: Yinchuan (INC)
Best season: Year-round

The route

Yinchuan
Western Xia Tombs
Rock art
Wineries
Yellow River

Day by day

DAY 1Arrive · Yinchuan

Pickup and check-in, then dinner at a night market. Stay: Boutique hotel · Meals: D

DAY 2Tombs, rock art, wine

A full day along the foothills, ending with sunset at a winery. Stay: Boutique hotel · Meals: B, L

DAY 3Yellow River · depart

Spend the morning by the Yellow River, then your departure transfer. Meals: B

What’s included

Private vehicle and an English-speaking guide
2 nights in a boutique hotel
Meals as listed
Entrance fees and tastings
Airport transfers

Not included

Flights
Visa fees, if your passport needs one
International travel insurance

What we put in writing

Group size: Private · 1–4 guests
Vehicle: Private vehicle for your party only
Shopping stops: None. If one happens, we refund that day
Tipping: No compulsory tips or kitty
Hotels: Each one checked for foreign passports
On the road: Planned toilet and rest stops on long drives

These are part of your booking contract. See our booking terms.

Is this journey right for me?

FitnessLight walking only.

ComfortYou stay in a boutique hotel both nights.

PrivateOnly your group is in the vehicle, and you choose the start date.

from $790 pp≈ $263 per day

Free cancellation for 48 hours
No shopping stops, no hidden fees
Visa letter & Alipay set-up included

Start date

Private departure, available on any date at least 14 days from today.

Travelling after 31 December 2026: China hasn’t yet announced whether 30-day visa-free entry will be extended. We’ll confirm your entry route after booking, and send a visa letter if you need one. More

Travelers

2 × $790$1,580

Deposit to reserve$400

The balance is due 45 days before departure. Cancel for free within 48 hours of booking.

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Have a question first? Email us and a real person will reply in English.

Before you book

Do I need a visa for this trip?

Passports from 50 countries, including the UK, Canada, Australia and most of Europe, can enter visa-free for up to 30 days (currently until 31 December 2026). US citizens need a tourist visa, or must use 240-hour transit with an onward flight to a third country; for this road trip we recommend the visa. Check your passport; we send an invitation letter if you need one.

How do I get to the start of the trip?

This journey starts in Yinchuan (INC). Most international travelers fly in directly or connect through Beijing, Shanghai or Guangzhou. We suggest flights after you book and meet you at arrivals.

What happens if the trip doesn’t run?

If a departure doesn’t reach its minimum group size, we’ll tell you at least 21 days ahead and you can choose a full refund or a free change of date.

Can I extend the trip or add Beijing or Xi’an?

Yes. Tell us your plans in the booking notes or send us a message, and we’ll help you arrange the extra days.

Not ready to book?

Ask us about Wine, Rock & River

Different dates, a private version, travelling with kids or a parent who doesn’t walk far: tell us and a real person will reply within one working day, in English.