Yongdeng County Travel
Yongdeng County, Lanzhou, Gansu — the northwest gateway of Lanzhou, integrating ecological scenery and historical culture. This 2-Day 1-Night ecological and cultural tour includes exploring forest parks, visiting historical relics and experiencing characteristic agriculture.
2-Day 1-Night Ecological and Cultural Tour in Yongdeng County
Explore primeval forests, experience historical relics, and immerse in the hometown of roses
Arrive in Yongdeng County and head to Tulugou National Forest Park to explore primeval forests and clear streams. In the afternoon, climb Qinglong Mountain to overlook the entire view of Yongdeng. Check in at a local characteristic homestay in the evening.
- Hotels in Yongdeng County Seat
- Homestays in Tulugou Scenic Area
- Farmhouse Experience
- Yongdeng Lamb
- Farmhouse Local Chicken
- Wild Mountain Vegetables
- Tulugou hiking takes 3-4 hours
- Qinglong Mountain climbing takes about 1 hour
- Large temperature difference in mountainous areas, bring outerwear
In the morning, visit Lu Tusi Yamen to learn about the history of Tusi culture. In the afternoon, tour Yongdeng Rose Base to experience rose picking. Visit Kushui Ancient Town in the evening and end the trip.
- There are shuttle buses from the county seat to various attractions
- Chartering a car is recommended for convenience
- Rose Base is open seasonally
- Tulugou: ¥60
- Lu Tusi Yamen: ¥30
- Rose Base: ¥20
- Rose season is May-June
- Guided tour service is available at Tusi Yamen
- Rose products can be purchased as souvenirs
Must-Try Foods in Yongdeng County
Yongdeng Lamb
Specialty food of Yongdeng, using high-quality local lamb with tender meat and no muttony smell. It can be made into various dishes such as hand-grasped lamb and braised lamb in yellow sauce.
Rose Cake
Specialty pastry of Yongdeng, made with local rose petals as filling, with crispy outer crust and sweet filling with rose fragrance.
Kushui Rose Tea
Specialty of Kushui Town, Yongdeng, made with rose buds grown locally, with rich aroma and beauty-enhancing effects.
- May-June: Rose blooming season
- July-August: Best time for summer resort in Tulugou
- September-October: Clear autumn weather, suitable for mountain climbing
- Yongdeng Lamb
- Rose Cake
- Kushui Rose Tea
- Farmhouse Local Chicken
- Wild Mountain Vegetables
- Tickets: About ¥110
- Accommodation: ¥150-300 per night
- Catering: ¥50-80 per day
- Transportation: About ¥100
- Total: ¥500-700
- Must-visit attractions in Yongdeng County? → Tulugou, Lu Tusi Yamen
- Best time to view roses? → Mid-May to early June
- How difficult is Tulugou hiking? → Moderate difficulty, takes 3-4 hours
- Any special souvenirs? → Rose cakes, rose essential oil