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Perfect Timing for Qingming Festival Travel: 8-Day Tour of Lanzhou, Gansu - Qinghai - Zhangye

During the Qingming Festival, explore the beautiful scenery of Lanzhou (Gansu), Qinghai, and Zhangye. This 8-day itinerary takes you on a journey through the Northwest Great Ring Road. Save it now! -------- 🚩Itinerary at a Glance: D1: Departure City -> Lanzhou Depart from your city and arrive in Lanzhou. A private car will pick you up from the airport or train station (no carpooling or waiting). Enjoy free time in the city. D2: Qinghai Lake Shengquan Bay (Cliff) -> Qinghai Lake · Heimahe Explore the wonders of the cliffs at Qinghai Lake Shengquan Bay, then head to Heimahe to experience the magnificence of Qinghai Lake. D3: Chaka Salt Lake -> Dachaidan Emerald Lake Visit the "Mirror of the Sky" at Chaka Salt Lake, then proceed to Dachaidan Emerald Lake to admire the magnificent gems of nature. D4: Dongtai Jinel Lake -> Ussute Water Yadan Geopark -> Nanbaxian Devil City Journey through the magical colors of Dongtai Jinel Lake, visit the unique landforms of Ussute Water Yadan, and finally experience the mystery of the desert at Nanbaxian Devil City. D5: Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring -> Mogao Caves Climb Mingsha Mountain, overlook the miracle of Crescent Moon Spring, and then visit the Mogao Caves to appreciate the treasures of Buddhist art spanning thousands of years. D6: Big Earth -> Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park Visit the awe-inspiring Big Earth sculpture, then head to Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park to admire nature's colorful palette. D7: Zhangye City -> Qilian Mountain Grassland -> Menyuan Rape Flower Sea -> Xining -> Lanzhou City Depart from Zhangye, traverse the vast Qilian Mountain Grassland, visit Menyuan Rape Flower Sea (during its blooming season), and finally return to Lanzhou city via Xining. D8: Lanzhou -> Return Trip End your pleasant journey and depart from Lanzhou. If you choose a one-way package, you can enjoy free time and arrange your subsequent itinerary independently. -------- Travel Essentials: 👕 Clothing: Long-sleeved shirts and pants, thick coats, sun-protective clothing, and sports shoes to cope with temperature differences between day and night and UV rays. 🎩 Accessories: Sunglasses, wide-brimmed hats, and scarves are fashionable, sun-protective, and can also block wind and sand. 💳 Documents: ID card, cash, and bank cards are essential for travel. Don't forget them! 🧴 Skincare: Sunscreen, moisturizer, and lip balm to keep your skin hydrated and prevent dryness. 💊 Medicine: Cold medicine, painkillers, and band-aids. It's always good to be prepared for a worry-free trip. 🎒 Other: Water bottle, portable charger, and umbrella to meet various small needs during the trip. -------- Enjoy Lanzhou (Gansu), Qinghai, and Zhangye, and take in all the beautiful scenery. Don't forget to share your travel stories! 📸✨
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Posted: Mar 18, 2025
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