Hejing County Travel
Xinjiang Bayingolin Mongol Autonomous Prefecture, Hejing County—Home of Bayanbulak Grassland, the second largest grassland in China. A 4-day 3-night in-depth tour featuring grassland sightseeing, lake exploration, valley hiking, and local cuisine.
Hejing County Four Days Three Nights In-Depth Tour
Grassland galloping, swan watching, valley hiking, experience the magnificent natural scenery of Hejing
Arrive in Hejing County, head to Bayanbulak Grassland, experience horse riding, and enjoy the grassland sunset in the evening.
- Grassland Yurt
- Bayanbulak Town Hotel
- Herder's Homestay
- Hand-Grabbed Mutton
- Grassland Milk Tea
- Whole Roasted Lamb
- Large temperature difference; bring warm clothing
- Pay attention to safety while horse riding
- Respect herders' customs
Explore Swan Lake Nature Reserve all day, observe wild swans and other bird species, and engage in ecological photography.
- Telephoto lens
- Tripod
- Spare batteries
- Keep quiet and do not disturb the birds
- Do not feed the birds randomly
- Protect the ecological environment
Hike through Gongnaisi Valley, enjoy the valley scenery, and experience forest bathing in the tranquil nature.
- Wear anti-slip hiking shoes
- Bring enough drinking water
- Pay attention to weather changes
Experience a Mongolian family visit in the morning to learn about nomadic culture. Return in the afternoon based on your flight/train schedule.
- Confirm your trip in advance
- Pack specialties for checked baggage
- Check your documents and belongings
Hejing County Must-Try Foods
Hand-Grabbed Mutton
A traditional Mongolian dish. Selected grassland mutton is boiled in plain water and eaten by hand, preserving the original flavor and offering an exceptionally fresh taste.
Grassland Milk Tea
A daily beverage of the Mongolian people, brewed with brick tea and fresh milk. It is savory, delicious, and rich in nutrients.
Dairy Products
Includes various traditional Mongolian dairy products such as Milk Curd (Qurut), Milk Skin (Piez), and Cheese, with unique flavors and rich nutrition.
- Jun-Aug: Best season for grasslands
- May-Jun: Swan breeding season
- Sep: Autumn scenery is charming
- Grassland horse riding
- Swan Lake bird watching
- Valley hiking
- Yurt accommodation
- Tickets: Approx. ¥200
- Accommodation: ¥350-600/night
- Dining: ¥100-150/day
- Transportation: Approx. ¥500
- Total: ¥1800-2500
- Is it cold on the grassland? → Large temperature difference; bring a jacket even in summer
- How many swans can you see? → Over 3000 during the breeding season
- Is it suitable for children? → Very suitable for family trips
- Is transportation convenient? → Chartering a car or joining a tour is recommended