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5A Tourism Area

Designated 2017

Arxan-Chaihe Tourism Area

兴安盟阿尔山-柴河旅游景区

Inner Mongolia, Xing'anDesignated 2017·47.1381°N, 119.8579°E

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 285/Off-peak CNY 220 (inc. scenic shuttle)

Duration

1 day to 2 days

Designated

2017

About Arxan-Chaihe Tourism Area

A wild volcanic landscape in Inner Mongolia's Greater Hinggan range, where crater lakes, hot springs and dense pine forest meet. Tourists come to soak in the springs, hike around the 'sky lakes' and breathe the mountain air.

Highlights

A volcanic and forest tourism area with hot springs; highlights include Arxan National Forest Park, volcanic craters and Tianchi lakes, the Halaha River, and the Chaihe geothermal springs.

Suggested Route

Drive the scenic route through the forest park, visit Tianchi and the hot-spring area; allow 1-2 days.

Food & Lodging

Try Mongolian and forest-game dishes; stay in Arxan hot-spring resorts.

Facilities

Sightseeing buses, restrooms, and lodges; spread out, some unpaved paths. Signage Chinese (unverified).

Travel Tips

Check official website for current information. Respect local customs and regulations. Best visited during mild weather seasons.

📅 Best Time & Crowds

Best season: June to September (warm season) or winter for snow activities

🏮Golden Week alert: May 1-5 and Oct 1-7 are China's biggest travel peaks — top attractions sell out days ahead. Book tickets the moment they open.

⏰Many museums and palaces close on Mondays (e.g. Forbidden City, National Museum). Plan around it.

Location

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Tickets & experiences

Buying tickets as a foreign visitor

• Most 5A/4A sites require real-name registration — bring your passport.

• Tickets often must be booked in advance online — peak season & holidays sell out quickly.

• Some remote or border-area sites have entry restrictions for foreign visitors — check before you travel.

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Opening Hours

Peak season: 7:00-17:00; Off-season: 8:00-16:00.

Getting There

Centered on Arxan National Forest Park (Arxan, Xing'an League); flights to Arxan Yiershi Airport (from Beijing/Hohhot/Harbin); trains from Ulanhot/Hailar to Arxan Station then taxi/bus (~1-2h) into park.

Reservation

Advance online reservation via official platform recommended; on-site tickets available.

Ticket Price

Peak CNY 285 (≈ $40)/Off-peak CNY 220 (≈ $31) (inc. scenic shuttle)

Address

Neimenggu Autonomous Region Xinganmengaershan City

📍 中文地址 / Chinese Address

兴安盟阿尔山-柴河旅游景区

内蒙古自治区兴安盟阿尔山市

Neimenggu Autonomous Region Xinganmengaershan City

47.1381, 119.8579

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