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Qinghai Lake-Chaka Salt Lake 6-Day Relaxing Trip in Qinghai: You'll Want to Go After Reading This!

The short holiday is coming! Here's a 6-day tour of Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake, taking you on a journey through the great Northwest! This super practical guide will help you set off with ease and avoid detours! -- 🚗Itinerary at a glance: DAY 1: Arrive in Xining, enjoy free time in the city, and savor Qinghai's specialties🍜. DAY 2: Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area -> Xiangpi Mountain -> Chaka Salt Lake Immerse yourself in the beauty of Qinghai Lake, cross Xiangpi Mountain, and finally experience the "Sky Mirror" at Chaka Salt Lake. DAY 3: U-shaped Highway -> Dongtai Jinel Lake -> Wusute Water Yadan Geopark -> Nanbaxian Devil City -> Dachaidan Emerald Lake Drive along the spectacular U-shaped Highway, explore the mystery of Dongtai Jinel Lake, experience the wonder of Wusute Water Yadan, feel the magic of Nanbaxian Devil City, and finally, lose yourself in the beauty of Dachaidan Emerald Lake. DAY 4: Xiao Qaidam Lake -> Qarhan Salt Lake Enjoy the tranquility of Xiao Qaidam Lake, then head to Qarhan Salt Lake to marvel at nature's wonders. DAY 5: Xiangpi Mountain -> Longyang Grand Canyon Cross Xiangpi Mountain again and delve into the Longyang Grand Canyon to appreciate its steepness and magnificence. DAY 6: Departure from Xining, concluding the Northwest journey🛫. Depart from Xining with cherished memories, marking the end of this unforgettable Northwest trip. -- Essential travel tips: 1️⃣ Airport transportation: Xining Airport is about a 1.5-hour drive from Qinghai Lake🚗 and about 3 hours from Chaka Salt Lake. Renting a car or chartering a vehicle is recommended for more convenient travel. 2️⃣ Local customs: Please respect the local Tibetan culture🙏. There are many Tibetan villages around Qinghai Lake. Please observe local customs when visiting. 3️⃣ Food recommendations: Be sure to try Qinghai yak meat🥩 and mutton hot pot🍲. The salt lake shrimp🍤 in Chaka is also a must-try! 4️⃣ Sun protection and moisturizing: The plateau has strong UV rays, so remember to apply sunscreen🧴 and wear a hat👒. At the same time, moisturizing is also very important to prevent dry skin. 5️⃣ Altitude sickness: If you feel unwell, you can prepare Rhodiola and other medicines💊 in advance and get plenty of rest. -- Qinghai Trip: The beauty of Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake must be experienced in person! Don't forget to like, save, and share your travel stories~
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