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Lanzhou-Qinghai Lake-Chaka Salt Lake 5-Day Tour: Explore the Great Northwest

This Tomb-Sweeping Day holiday, explore the northwestern scenery! Departing from Lanzhou, enjoy a 5-day itinerary featuring Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake. 🛣️Suggested Route: DAY 1: Departure City—Lanzhou Arrive in Lanzhou, transfer to the hotel, and rest up for the exciting journey ahead. DAY 2: Riyue Mountain->Qinghai Lake->Chaka Salt Lake Cross the spectacular Riyue Mountain, explore the beautiful Qinghai Lake, and visit the dreamy Chaka Salt Lake to experience the magical beauty of nature. DAY 3: Qinghai Lake West Loop Road->Gangcha Grassland->Dadongshu Mountain Pass Travel along the western loop road of Qinghai Lake, admire the vastness of the Gangcha Grassland, and cross the Dadongshu Mountain Pass to appreciate the magnificent scenery of the plateau. DAY 4: Zhuoer Mountain->Arou Grand Temple->Ebao Ancient City Ruins Park->Qilian Grassland Climb Zhuoer Mountain, visit the ancient Arou Grand Temple, explore the mystery of the Ebao Ancient City Ruins, and finally experience the vastness of nature on the Qilian Grassland. DAY 5: Lanzhou Departure—Departure City End your pleasant journey, depart from Lanzhou, and return home with wonderful memories. Tips: - Souvenir Prices🛍️: Tibetan green salt from Chaka Salt Lake is a specialty, reasonably priced, and perfect as a souvenir. - Must-Try Food🍽️: Qinghai's lamb is tender and juicy. Be sure to try hand-grabbed lamb and lamb hot pot! - Airport Transportation🚗: From Xining Airport, you can rent a car or take a long-distance bus to Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake. - Photo Spots📸: The Sky Mirror and Eye of the Salt Lake at Chaka Salt Lake are stunning no matter how you photograph them! Don't forget to bring your camera. From the charm of Lanzhou to the magnificence of Qinghai Lake and the dreamlike Chaka Salt Lake, the scenery along the way is breathtaking. Don't just dream it, do it! Experience it yourself!
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Posted: Mar 3, 2025
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