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Xilamuren is a small town in the grasslands of Inner Mongolia to the north of Hohhot.

Understand

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In Xilamuren, there are large yurt encampments that primarily cater to Chinese tourists. There is also a small town with basic amenities. The yurt experience may not be the "authentic" yurt experience you are looking for but can still be a good time.

Get in

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By Bus

There are buses from Hohhot at the main bus station near the central train station. ~¥25

Get around

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There are many ATVs to rent and horses can be rented. Half hour on an ATV cost ¥60 in 2017.

See

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The vast grasslands

Do

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Ride horses, ride ATVs, watch shows at night, drink milk tea in yurts

Buy

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Eat

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Most yurt encampments will have food options but it can be expensive so bring snacks. ~¥120 Dinner for 3 with beer (2017)

Drink

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Most camps will have drinks (cold beer). Baijou can be found in the town.

Sleep

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Many yurt camps are available. There will be many touts waiting to greet you at the entrance of Xilamuren. Yurt rates vary from ¥60 to ¥200 (2017). The yurts are basic with a table in the middle to eat. They will bring out blankets and rice pillows after dinner.

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Go next

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Back to Hohhot by bus from the main road ~¥20 per person. Taxis will try to offer you rides for faster return.

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