6-Day Tour of Lanzhou, Qinghai Lake, and Chaka Salt Lake: A Detailed Guide

From Lanzhou to Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake, here is a 6-day travel guide! Don't miss the beautiful scenery along the way. Come and explore the magnificent Northwest with me! -- 🛣️Itinerary: Day 1: Arrive in Lanzhou and start your Northwest journey! Day 2: Visit the mysterious Kumbum Monastery -> Cross the magnificent Laji Mountain -> Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Qinghai Lake and Heima River. Day 3: Experience the purity of Chaka Salt Lake -> Travel along the west road of Qinghai Lake -> Walk through the natural wonders of Qilian Mountain Grassland and Binggou Forest. Day 4: Climb to the top of Zhur Mountain to enjoy the beautiful scenery -> Visit the solemn Arou Temple -> Explore the splendor of Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park. Day 5: Enjoy the ecological leisure of Biandukou -> Visit the vast Qilian Grassland again -> Look up at Qilian Mountain and Gangshika Snow Peak -> Walk through the 100-mile rapeseed flower sea in Menyuan. Day 6: Return to Lanzhou from Xining and end your unforgettable journey! -- Recommended attractions: ✨ Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park: The colorful Danxia in Zhangye is picturesque. The Danxia and colorful hills are a magical treasure of nature. The sunset is even more beautiful, making it a paradise for photographers! 🌊 Chaka Salt Lake: Imagine standing on the salt-white lake surface of Chaka Salt Lake, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds like a mirror. It is so pure that it feels like being in a fairyland. 🏯 Kumbum Monastery: This is an important monastery of the Gelug sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It is not only full of treasures but also has a strong religious atmosphere. Visit Kumbum Monastery to feel the peace and purification of your soul. -- Travel essentials: 👕 **Clothing**: The temperature in the Northwest in February is moderate, but the temperature difference between day and night is large. It is recommended to bring down jackets, thermal underwear, windproof jackets, and long pants. Don't forget hats, scarves, and gloves, which are stylish and warm. 🎒 **Personal items**: Sunglasses and sunscreen are essential to protect your eyes and skin. Bring a thermos cup, as drinking more water is important at high altitudes. Disposable underwear and wet wipes make your trip easier. 💳 **Documents and cash**: Bring your ID card and driver's license (if you rent a car), as well as cash and bank cards for emergencies. 💊 **Common medicines**: Rhodiola, high-altitude medicine, common cold medicine, and band-aids are also prepared. Healthy travel is important. 📷 **Electronic devices**: Mobile phones, chargers, power banks, and cameras to record beautiful moments. A telephoto lens is better, and a tripod and selfie stick are also recommended for taking great photos! -- 🎉A trip to the Northwest, Lanzhou's food, the magnificence of Qinghai Lake, and the magic of Chaka Salt Lake will all become unforgettable memories!🎉