Grasslands, desert horizons and local culture. Explore Inner Mongolia with Zhongtie International Travel Service — starting from Hohhot, shaped around the season.
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Choose the season, then the journey
One destination. Different possibilities.
APRIL — OCTOBER
Your next Inner Mongolia trip
Our main travel season brings changing landscapes and different ways to explore. More summer itineraries are in development. Tell us your dates and interests to discuss a seasonal route.
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THE WINTER COLLECTION
Snow, warm waters & wilderness
Four journeys now offer different ways to experience the north: hot springs and skiing, a desert hotel escape, or two very different 4×4 expeditions through the Yinshan and Bashang snowfields.
Choose a relaxed snow-and-hot-spring escape or a deeper 4×4 journey through remote winter landscapes. Your dates and preferences shape the final proposal.
01 / REST & DISCOVERY
7 DAYS · 6 NIGHTS · WINTER
Daihai Hot Springs, Skiing & Lotus Hotel
From snowfield horse riding at Huitengxile to skiing and two nights at Daihai’s hot-spring hotel. Return to Hohhot for a craft experience, then retreat to Lotus Hotel at Xiangshawan for a desert overnight stay.
Daihai hot springsSkiingLotus HotelLocal crafts
For travellers seeking winter activities, local culture and a distinctive desert hotel stay.
See the 7-day outline
Arrive in Hohhot. Dazhao Temple and Saishang Old Street, if arrival time allows.
Winter grasslands. Huitengxile and snowfield horse riding, followed by Daihai.
Ski & soak. Daihai skiing and a second night at the hot-spring hotel.
Local craftsmanship. Return to Hohhot for a Mongolian-style leather craft experience.
Into the desert. Travel to Xiangshawan; overnight at Lotus Hotel.
A desert morning. Return via Hasuhai to Hohhot.
Departure. Inner Mongolia Museum if opening hours and your flight allow.
Accommodation & planning notes
Planned stay: 3 nights in Hohhot, 2 nights at a Daihai hot-spring hotel and 1 night at Lotus Hotel. Hotel availability, room category, ski equipment, lessons, resort activities and English-speaking support will be specified in your quotation. Snow cover and activities depend on conditions.
English brochure · 10 pages · Hotel artwork is a brochure illustration.
02 / WILDERNESS & EXPLORATION
6 DAYS · 5 NIGHTS · 4×4 JOURNEY
Snowfields, Desert & the Yinshan Crossing
Ride across the winter grasslands, head west towards desert lakes, and explore Jilusai, Red Canyon and the Yinshan route by 4×4. City hotel stays are paired with one simpler overnight stay close to the wilderness.
For travellers comfortable with bumpy roads, remote areas and simpler accommodation for part of the journey.
See the 6-day outline
Arrive in Hohhot. Dazhao Temple and Saishang Old Street, time permitting.
Huitengxile. Winter grasslands and snowfield horse riding; return to Hohhot.
Westbound. Zhaojun Ferry, Duguitala and desert lakes; overnight in Linhe.
The Yinshan crossing. Jilusai, Hero Slope, Red Canyon and Malan Lake, subject to route conditions.
The final off-road drive. Ovoo cultural stops and Hero Road before returning to Hohhot.
Museum & departure. Subject to opening hours and onward travel arrangements.
Accommodation & terrain notes
Planned stay: 3 nights in Hohhot, 1 night in Linhe and 1 night in a local resort or guesthouse. Remote accommodation is simpler than city hotels. Expect bumpy sections, long driving days and limited mobile coverage. Route access, participation requirements and English-speaking support must be confirmed before booking.
English brochure · 10 pages · Expand to view the full-size pages.
03 / SKI, SOAK & DESERT
5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTS · HOHHOT RETURN
Kubuqi Desert, Daihai Skiing & Hot Springs
A compact winter break combining Kubuqi’s snow-dusted dunes with a natural hot-spring retreat and a full day on the slopes beside frozen Daihai Lake.
Kubuqi DesertDaihai skiingHot springsHohhot
For travellers wanting varied winter experiences with comfortable hotel stays and no scheduled shopping stops.
See the 5-day outline
Arrive in Hohhot. Private transfer and optional independent exploration of the old city and local food streets.
Kubuqi Desert. Winter dunes and seasonal desert activities; return to Hohhot.
Daihai hot springs. Travel to the resort and unwind in naturally heated mineral pools.
Daihai skiing. Spend the day on beginner, intermediate or advanced slopes before returning to Hohhot.
Museum & departure. Inner Mongolia Museum, subject to Monday closure and your flight schedule.
Accommodation & inclusion notes
Planned stay: 3 nights in Hohhot and 1 night at a Daihai hot-spring resort. Four breakfasts are included; lunches and dinners are not included. Resort activities, ski equipment and any optional on-site items will be confirmed in your written quotation.
English brochure · 8 pages · No shopping stops or compulsory add-ons.
04 / DEEP-WINTER 4×4
5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTS · BEIJING RETURN
Bashang Snowfields & 4×4 Expedition
Leave Beijing for Duolun, cross the Hunshandake Sandy Land and explore Ulan Butong’s winter plateau before returning via Huanggangliang and Jingpeng.
4×4 convoyUlan ButongHunshandakeSnow photography
For adventurous travellers prepared for cold weather, long road days and routes that change with snow and access conditions.
See the 5-day outline
Beijing to Duolun. Meet the convoy and drive north, with stops selected according to time and road conditions.
Duolun winter loop. Explore frozen lakes, snow-covered hills and open country by 4×4.
Hunshandake to Ulan Butong. Cross sandy ridges, wetlands and grassland before reaching the winter plateau.
Ulan Butong to Jingpeng. Morning snowfield route, then continue through Huanggangliang’s forested mountains.
Return to Beijing. Drive south after breakfast and conclude the expedition.
Accommodation & terrain notes
Planned stay: 2 nights in Duolun, 1 night in Ulan Butong and 1 night in Jingpeng. Exact off-road sections are selected by the lead driver. Snowfall, rime, wildlife and individual viewpoints cannot be guaranteed. Horse riding, if available, is confirmed and priced separately.
English brochure · 10 pages · Route and timing are subject to winter conditions.
Prices are quoted individually according to dates, group size, rooms and services. These outlines are a starting point; the confirmed proposal sets out the final arrangements and inclusions.
A local starting point
Planned from Hohhot. Built around your journey.
Work with Inner Mongolia Zhongtie International Travel Service (内蒙古中铁国际旅行社), a ground-handling travel agency based in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia, China. Tell us what interests you and we can discuss the route, accommodation and local arrangements together.
From idea to itinerary
A simple way to start.
01
Share your plans
Choose a journey and tell us your dates, group size and travel style.
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Review the details
Discuss accommodation, language support, activities and an itemised quotation.
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Confirm your trip
Check availability and the written booking terms before making a booking.
Good to know.
Are these trips in Inner Mongolia, China?
Yes. Three journeys begin and end in Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia in northern China. The Bashang expedition begins and ends in Beijing and travels north through Hebei and Inner Mongolia. Inner Mongolia is a region of China and is different from the country of Mongolia.
When can I take a winter journey?
Tell us your preferred dates. Skiing, snowfield riding and remote routes depend on seasonal operations, weather and access. Availability is confirmed for your travel dates.
Can I request an English-speaking guide?
Yes, please include this in your inquiry. Availability and any additional cost need confirmation; English-speaking guiding is not automatically included.
Is the 4×4 journey suitable for everyone?
It includes rough terrain and remote areas. Ask us to confirm age limits and activity suitability before booking. Tell us about accessibility requirements so we can discuss appropriate alternatives.
What will my quotation include?
Your written quotation will specify transport, rooms, meals, admissions, guide language and activity inclusions, alongside exclusions and payment and cancellation terms. Flights and personal travel insurance should be checked separately.
Your journey starts here
Tell us what you have in mind.
No fixed departure in mind? Start with your preferred month and the number of people travelling.
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