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Duration

8 days 7 nights

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

Chinese, English

About this tour

Experience Ningxia on two wheels with Wine and Dine in the Desert Ride

Our locally-operated 8-day, 350KM cycling tour offers an authentic journey around an extraordinary landscape where ancient history meets modern viticulture, all set against a backdrop of golden dunes and rugged mountains, supported by our on-the-ground team every pedal of the way.

    • Activity Focus: A unique cycling adventure blending desert plains, flowing Yellow River vistas, and profound cultural encounters in the heart of Northwest China.
    • Cycling Core: 6 full days of riding, covering a total distance of approximately 350 KM.
    • Cultural Exploration: 2 dedicated days for exploring historical sites, local Hui communities, and the legendary Silk Road heritage.
    • Optimal Travel Window: The best time for this tour is from May to early June and September to early October, offering mild temperatures, minimal rainfall, and excellent visibility.
    • Hotel standard

Challenge & Terrain

    • Difficulty Level: Mixed Terrain & Steady Climbs. Suitable for cyclists with good fitness and some previous experience.
    • Altitude: The route traverses high elevations, ranging from 2,200 meters to 3,200 meters above sea level.

Full Support & Logistics

To ensure your safety and comfort, a full support team is provided for a group of up to 20 cyclists:

    • 1 Support Bus 
    • 1 Luggage Truck
    • 2 Professional Cycling Leaders/Guides

Highlights

  • Sip locally produced wines from a hand-picked selection of famous and lesser known wineries
  • Meet winery owners and hear the remarkable story of grape production in Ningxia
  • Cycle through Yellow River wetlands, green agricultural pastures, and stark desert scenery
  • Discover the ancient Great Wall and Xi Xia Mausoleums
  • Visit Yanche, a Qing Dynasty era town and walk the intact city wall
  • Meet local Hui villagers and learn about their traditional customs
  • Stargaze in the desert with a bonfire BBQ of roasted local lamb
  • Learn about the extraordinary effort to irrigate, stabilise and re-green the Ningxia plateau
  • Sample sumptuous Hui noodles and prized local produce
  • Stay in a range of charming accommodations from sublime wineries to hotels to nature reserves
  • See sunny blue skies with a no rain guarantee!
  • Ride carefree with a support vehicle, great bikes and attentive knowledgeable guides

Itinerary

Included/Excluded

  • 8 Nt’s accommodation in comfortable hotels or guesthouses (Inc. two winery stays)
  • All meals as listed
  • Airport transfers
  • Bike Asia cycling leader and local cycling guide(s)
  • Support van(s}
  • Great quality mountain bikes
  • Entry tickets for included tourist sites
  • Water, snacks and fruit on cycling days
  • Wine tastings at included wineries
  • Airport transfers
  • International airfares
  • Visas
  • Insurance
  • Tips, gratuities and personal expenses

Durations

7-9 Days

Language

Chinese
English

Frequently asked questions

This is a moderately challenging tour designed for cycling enthusiasts. The total distance is approximately 520km over 5 riding days, following mainly flat coastal roads and gentle rolling hills with a few short climbs. It is suitable for riders with good general fitness and some prior cycling experience. The total elevation gain is 970 meters

 The best time is from November to March, when Hainan has cooler, drier weather with lower humidity, making it ideal for cycling

Yes, E-bikes are available for an extra charge.

Each bike rental includes a helmet, a top tube bag, and bottle cages.

Yes, other bike types such as drop-bar road bikes are available at an extra cost.

Yes. You are welcome to bring your own bike if you inform us in advance, though we are not liable for damage during transport.

The support vehicle is always available. You are welcome to take a break and ride in the vehicle for any part of the distance. Our goal is for you to enjoy the journey at your own pace.

Our cycling leader/sweeper is a skilled mechanic. The support vehicle carries a full toolkit, spare parts, and tires for quick repairs. If a major issue occurs, a replacement bike will be provided from the support vehicle

You will stay 6 nights in comfortable, clean, and well-located tourist-class hotels (typically 3-4 star equivalent, like the JI-Hotel 全季). Single room supplements are available.

The tour includes 7 dinners and 6 lunches, featuring local Hainan cuisine and seafood. The support vehicle provides ample drinking water and energy snacks (fruit, bars) throughout the ride.

Upon booking, you will receive a detailed packing list. Essentials include cycling clothing (padded shorts, gloves), high-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, lip balm, personal toiletries/medication, casual evening wear, and a small daypack.

 Yes, we always offer tailor-made packages. Please contact us to discuss extending your ride

Breakfast is always provided at the hotel in the form of a sufficient buffet to ensure you start each day well-fueled.

Yes, we purposely selected hotels that provide complimentary laundry services for your convenience.

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