Alxa Left Banner, Alxa League, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, China (map)
Embark on an epic desert adventure! Scale towering sand dunes, cross XTERRA's tree-planted zones, and reach the heart of the desert to behold the stunning Camel Lake. Immerse in Mongolian culture, savoring milk tea and listening to matouqin. This isn't just a race; it's a soul-cleansing journey you can't miss!
Airport: Yinchuan Hedong International Airport
Railway: Yinchuan
It is about 2 hours by bus from Yinchuan to event venue.
Shuttle bus service:
Yinchuan Airport/Train Station ↔ Event Venue Alxa Dream Desert Park
One way trip: 140KM, 2hrs drive
Arrival
Route | Date | Time |
Yinchuan Airport / Train Station to Alxa Dream Desert Park | Jun 14th |
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Return
Route | Date | Time |
Yinchuan Airport / Train Station to Alxa Dream Desert Park | Jun 16th |
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Pricing:
¥45 per person for a one-way trip
¥80 per person for a round trip.
Reservation Phone:
+86-0483-8580001 (Available Monday to Friday, 10:00–12:00 and 15:00–18:00, excluding public holidays)
Bayanhaote Stadium(Alxa Left Banner)↔ Event Venue
One way trip: 50KM, 40mins drive
Arrival
Route | Date | Time |
Bayanhaote Stadium to Alxa Dream Desert Park | Jun 14th |
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Jun 15th |
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Return
Route | Date | Time |
Alxa Dream Desert Park to Bayanhaote Stadium | Jun 14th |
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Jun 15th | First Bus: 11:00 Last Bus: 21:00 The bus will leave when it is full-seated |
Price:Free,No advance reservation needed
Bayanhaote Stadium Address: Wangfu Street, Alxa Left Banner
All registrations are non-refundable after the specified cancellation dates. Registration is non-transferable.
Athletes may be eligible for a partial refund of their entry fee (details below)
Requests received before 17:00, Apr. 15, 2025 will be eligible for an 80% refund of the price paid.
Requests received before 17:00, May 15, 2025 will be eligible for a 50% refund of the price paid.
Any requests received after that will not be eligible for a refund under any circumstance.
Athletes who wish to withdraw shall submit the refund by his/herself in XTERRA WeChat Mini-Program. Meanwhile, the athletes will lose their race qualification upon receiving the refund.
For athletes who are unable to participate for whatever the reason after the refund deadline, if they wish to receive the race kit, they should send an email to xterra.china@xterraplanet.com within 7 days after the race before Jun. 22, 2025. The race kit will be sent via cash-on-delivery (COD) & that will only be available within mainland China.
After the refund period has passed, in case of the following special circumstances, athletes can send an email to xterra.china@xterraplanet.com, stating the situation and providing corresponding supporting documents to apply for an event deferral. The event organizing committee will reply to the athletes within 5 working days to confirm whether their deferral request is approved.
Circumstance 1: If an athlete is unable to participate due to hospitalization, he/she should explain the situation in the email and attach a scanned copy of their hospital discharge summary or admission notice.
Circumstance 2: If an athlete is unable to participate due to pregnancy, they should explain the situation in the email and attach their hospital medical records, as well as urine and blood test reports for verification.
The relevant regulations regarding deferral are as follows:
Deferral is only applicable to the same category of the same event in the following year. If the entry fee increases, the athlete needs to pay the price difference.
The deferral is allowed only once, and no refund requests will be accepted after the deferral.
This does not applicable for athletes who register with a free entry.
Alashan Heroes Dream Resting Place
Address: About 100 meters southwest of the Tourism Police Brigade of the Public Security Bureau of Alxa Left Banner, Central Avenue of the Dream Park of Alxa Heroes Meeting, Bayanhot Town, Alxa Left Banner.
Introduction: The campsite is located deep in the Tengger Desert, designed primarily for leisure and vacation. It sits right next to the main venue of the XTERRA Alxa Trail Run.
Built along the natural contours of the sand dunes, the campsite offers exceptional desert views: to the west, guests can enjoy sunsets; to the east, they can stargaze, watch the moon, and catch the sunrise—making it a unique spot for desert sightseeing.
Breakfast, light meals, hotpot, and other main courses are available, along with a variety of beverages and alcoholic drinks.
Cabin / Space Pod – Standard Room (Limited rooms available) Price: ¥900 per night
Tent Camping:
Package Price for Two Nights (June 14–15): ¥360
Provided: Complete set of brand-new camping equipment (Tent: 200*150cm; Moisture-proof mat: 192*132*2.5cm; Sleeping bag: 210*75cm)
Simthton Alxa Hotel(
Address:No. 1, Dongguan Street, Bayanhot, Alxa Left Banner
Introduction: The hotel is a four-star establishment that combines Chinese, Mongolian, European, buffet, and conference services, offering a range of tourism, leisure, and vacation experiences. It is dedicated to creating the "first banquet brand in Camel City" and "the most experiential luxury hotel inel City."
Room Type :
1st to 3rd Floor Standard Room: ¥320 per night, including breakfast.
4th Floor Sloped Roof Standard Room: ¥198 per night, including breakfast.
Alxa Left Banner Taixi International Hotel
Address:East side of South Street, Bayanhot Town, Alxa Left Banner.
Introduction: The Taixi International Hotel is located east of South Main Street, Bayanhaote Town.This Alxa hotel combines a classic garden style with modern elements. It offers a variety of rooms ranging from Standard Room to Presidential Suite, all fully equipped with modern amenities. Diners can choose to dine in the Western restaurant or in the Chinese restaurant. To make every stay as enjoyable as possible, the hotel offers a variety of recreational facilities. Guests can get funky in the disco or karaoke rooms, enjoy games of billiards or ping pong or go for a swim in the indoor swimming pool.
Room Type:
Business Standard Room: ¥320 per night, including breakfast.
Deluxe Standard Room: ¥420 per night, including breakfast.
Kyriad Marvelous Hotel(Alxa Left Banner)
Address:Tian'erhu Road and Tengfei Avenue Intersection East 140 Meters, Alxa Zuoqi
Introduction: The Kyriad Marvelous Hotel(Alxa Left Banner) provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. It is an ideal choice for travelers who want to take in the sights and sounds of Alxa Left Banner. The Alxa League Theater, Alxa Museum and Alxa League City Planning Exhibition hall are all nearby. At the end of a busy day, travelers can relax in the hotel or go out and enjoy the city.
Room Type: Twin Bed Room: ¥228 per night, including breakfast.