Ningxia Zhongwei Desert & Starry Sky Adventure
Where the Yellow River meets the desert — discover the grandeur and grace of China's frontier oasis
From the ancient civilizations along the Yellow River to the boundless starfields of the Tengger Desert, this journey takes you into Ningxia's most breathtaking natural and cultural landscapes. Experience the wonder of sand dunes meeting the Yellow River at Shapotou, drift on a sheepskin raft, cruise down the iconic Route 66 highway for cinematic desert photography, and camp beneath the Milky Way in the Tengger Desert. The Western Xia Tombs — China's 'Eastern Pyramids' — whisper tales of a mysterious dynasty, Zhenbeipu Western Film Studio brings A Chinese Odyssey to life, and the Helan Mountain rock paintings unlock the artistic codes of ancient nomadic peoples.