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The beauty of Haixi in winter during a 6-day tour is absolutely stunning

Dear friends! The ultimate 6-day Haixi tour guide is here! With a private car and guide, traverse the uninhabited Qaidam Basin, explore the hidden gems of Mangya, check in at Aiken Spring, Mangya Emerald Lake, and many more attractions. You can also visit Golmud Chaerhan Salt Lake, stroll along the Wan Zhang Salt Bridge, and experience the wonders of nature. Quickly save this treasure guide! / Lucky to come across this! A comprehensive guide, scroll down to unlock~ / 🌟Route Overview: Day 1: Depart and arrive at Golmud Airport, then wait for the guide to pick you up and take you to the hotel. After settling in, enjoy free time! Start your Qinghai journey and feel the charm of beautiful Qinghai🌄 Day 2: Mangya Emerald Lake — Mangya Aiken Spring Cross the uninhabited Qaidam Basin and enter mysterious Mangya to explore hidden gems. The Emerald Lake is as green as jade, and Aiken Spring, the Devil’s Eye, is mysterious and unfathomable👁️ Day 3: Xitai Jinaier Lake — Wusute Water Yadan Geological Park — U-shaped Highway Check in at the beautiful two-colored Xitai Jinaier Lake, stroll through the Water Yadan to appreciate nature’s craftsmanship, and speed along the U-shaped highway for thrills and excitement🛣️ Day 4: Dachaidan Emerald Lake — Chaerhan Salt Lake Visit Dachaidan Emerald Lake and feel the jade-like waters. Then head to Golmud Chaerhan Salt Lake, lush and like a fairyland🌿. First, visit the Salt Lake Museum to learn about the history and mining process of the salt lake, admire the salt flower crystals inside, especially the unique salt lake crystal formations, a popular photo spot for tourists. Afterwards, drive to the lakeside and walk on the Wan Zhang Salt Bridge made of salt, experiencing the magic and beauty of nature. Come to Golmud Chaerhan Salt Lake and experience this unique natural wonder! Day 5: Kunlun Holy Spring — Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace — Wild Ox Valley — Yuxu Peak Viewing Point — Queen Mother of the West’s Jade Pool Visit Kunlun Holy Spring and feel the cleansing power of the sacred water; tour Wuji Dragon and Phoenix Palace to appreciate the profound Taoist culture; cross Wild Ox Valley to admire magnificent natural scenery; gaze at Yuxu Peak to feel the majesty of the snow mountains; finally arrive at the Queen Mother of the West’s Jade Pool to explore the origins of myth and legend🏔️ Day 6: Transfer to Golmud Airport for departure, ending a pleasant Qinghai trip, looking forward to the next meeting👋 / Attraction Recommendations: 💚Mangya Emerald Lake: The water is crystal clear like a jade mirror💎, with deep and shallow green hues embedded in the land, 23 km from National Highway 315, a green gem secret spot visited by 370,000 tourists🌿! 💙Dachaidan Emerald Lake: The clear blue water rivals Chaka Salt Lake🌊, with jade-like stones covering the ground, reflecting snow-capped mountains and blue sky when calm☁️, the emerald pearl in Cheng Yi’s song awaits your photos! 🧂Chaerhan Salt Lake: Walk on the Wan Zhang Salt Bridge made of salt🛣️, the salt flower crystal formations are a popular photo spot📸, a fairyland salt production base 60 km from Golmud, a must-visit natural wonder! / 🌦️Travel Preparation: Essential checklist for Haixi travel in December, pack accordingly to avoid pitfalls! 🧥**Clothing**: Thick down jacket + fleece-lined windbreaker layered, large temperature difference between day and night on the plateau, warmth and windproofing are key! 🧢**Accessories**: Wool hat + fleece gloves + scarf set, who understands the pain of ears and fingers freezing in minutes! 👟**Footwear**: Non-slip snow boots + wool socks, no fear of slipping on icy salt lake areas or climbing snowy mountains! 💊**Medicines**: Altitude sickness medicine + diclofenac sodium + motion sickness patches, to cope with altitude headache and long bus rides! 📸**Electronics**: Camera + spare batteries + power bank, low temperatures drain power quickly, be sure to have enough power for spontaneous star photography! 🪪**Documents**: ID card + driver’s license (for car rental) + some cash, some attractions have poor signal, cash is safer! 🧴**Skincare**: SPF50+ sunscreen + lip balm + moisturizing cream, strong ultraviolet rays on the plateau, skin dryness and peeling warning! / Friends, follow this guide, with private car and guide accompanying you, easily start a pleasant journey, quickly click the card below!
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