Visiting Hulunbuir and don't know how to get around cheap.
Hi everyone,
I'm planning a trip to Hulunbuir this summer and would love some advice from people who have actually been there.
I'll be arriving in Hailar at around 12:20 PM on August 6 and leaving on August 8, so I only have about 2.5 days in the region. My main goals are to stay in a traditional yurt, ride horses on the grasslands, see the beautiful grassland scenery, experience some Mongolian culture
Because my time is limited, I'm thinking that hiring a driver/charter car might be the best option. However, I'm traveling around other parts of China before Hulunbuir, so my budget is fairly tight and I'm trying to avoid expensive foreign tour operators. I can't find a single tour that has a good price, and there are barely any services that just offer car chartering up to you to tailor.
For those of you who have been there:
What's the best 2-day itinerary for someone with my interests?
How do locals usually book charter cars/drivers in Hulunbuir?
What would be a reasonable price for a driver for 2 days?
Are there any Chinese websites or apps that are commonly used to book local tours, drivers, yurts, or grassland experiences?
Is it better to arrange everything in advance or wait until I arrive in Hailar?
I'd really appreciate recommendations from people with first-hand experience. Thanks!