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6 Days Qinghai Lake–Zhangye Circle Line Trip

  • CODE: GDT2152
  • Private Tour
  • Duration: 5 - 7 days
  • Price from: Contact
  • Route: China - Xining - Zhangye

Overview

Embark on a spectacular 6-day circle-line trip through the stunning landscapes of Qinghai and Gansu provinces. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and cultural immersion, taking you from the vast grasslands of the Tibetan Plateau to the colorful rock formations of the Gobi Desert. You'll begin your journey at Qinghai Lake, China's largest saltwater lake, where you can enjoy the serene beauty and cycle along its shores. The adventure continues to Zhangye, home to the surreal Danxia National Geopark, a geological marvel often called the "Rainbow Mountains" due to its vibrant, striped colors. This well-planned itinerary ensures you witness the region's best scenery and experience the rich Tibetan and local cultures, creating an unforgettable and visually stunning journey.

Trip Map

Highlight

  • Qinghai Lake: Explore China's largest lake, enjoy picturesque views, and witness the vast grasslands that surround it.

  • Zhangye Danxia Landform: Marvel at the "Rainbow Mountains," a UNESCO World Heritage Site with incredible multi-colored rock formations.

  • Kanbula National Forest Park: Discover the unique landscape of red sandstone peaks and tranquil lakes.

  • Tibetan Culture: Immerse yourself in the local Tibetan culture with visits to a Tibetan family and the Ta'er Monastery.

  • Vast Grasslands: Enjoy scenic drives through expansive grasslands and rolling hills, a highlight of the Tibetan Plateau.

  • Convenient Travel: The circle-line route ensures a seamless journey, and all transportation and a local guide are included for your comfort.

Service

HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian  speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

Remarks:
Prices are except Chinese public holidays, local fairs or events.
Golden Trail Travel reserves the right to adjust the price caused by exchange rate
No guide on the flight and Yangtze River cruise. 
Recommended hotels are subject to change in actual booking
Special requirements should be advised to Golden Trail Travel in advance.
Golden Trail Travel reserves the right of final explanation for any change due to the reasons beyond our control.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival Xining
Transfer service to hotel, Ta'er Temple, Free timeMeals: No mealsAccommodation: In XiningIn the morning, arriving in Xining airport, you will be met and transferred to hotel. In the afternoon, visit Ta’er Temple; a wonderful architectural complex contains 9,300 structures, including Buddha halls, scripture halls, Buddhist pagodas and lamas residences.Enjoy your free time for the rest of the day. If time is enough, you could visit Dongguan Mosque by yourself. It is one of the largest mosques in northwest China with a history more than 600 years. Architecture of the mosque combines traditional Chinese style and the local features, with grand appearance and delicate, dazzlingly inside ornaments.Enjoy your dinner with authentic local food, such as local yak yogurt, copper hot pot, hand-grabbed mutton, etc.
Day 2: Xining – Zhangye (380 km, 6 hrs driving)
Menyuan rapeseed flower fields, Qilian Grassland, Mati Temple GrottoesMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: In ZhangyeAfter breakfast and hotel check out in the morning, your local guide  picks you up and start this yearning trip. After 2.5 hours driving, we will arrive at Menyuan, who is well-known for its rapeseed flower fields, integrating with the mountains. The flowering phase is in July every year. For other season, we will drive and overlook the Ganska Snow-capped Peak, crossing this gateway of Hexi Corridor. Then avoid the tourist crowds, enjoy the amazing view of Qilian Grassland, Snow Mountains in distance as well as the flocks and herds scattering on the grassland. Lunch will be arranged at a local restaurant to enjoy the authentic local food. In the afternoon, visit  Mati Temple after a leisure breakfast, which is about 60km from Zhangye. Mati Temple is also called Puguang Temple or Horse’s Hoof Temple in Chinese definition. The whole Buddhist temple complex is composed of Shenguo Temple, Puguang Temple, Qianfo Cave (Thousand Buddha temple), Jinta Temple, Upper Guanyin Cave, Middle Guanyin Cave and Lower Guanyin Cave. It is known as a fairyland on earth, as a national AAAA-level scenic area, integrating grotto art, religious culture, ethnic customs, and natural scenery. After a long-drive trip, check in a comfortable hotel in Zhangye and have a good rest.
Day 3: Zhangye – Zhuoer Mountain - Xining (510 km, 6.5 hrs driving)
Zhangye Danxia Landform Park, Zhuoer MountainMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: In XiningIn the morning, go to visit Zhangye Danxia Landform Park; enjoy the beauty of the enchanting Rainbow Mountains by avoiding crowded tourists successfully. It is recognized as the surface of Mars and a mecca for countless photographers. Then we move to Zhuoer Mountain. It belongs to a branch of the Qilian Mountains, and it is also a Danxia landform. The Zhuoer Mountain Observation Deck has an excellent location with a wide view of the mountaion. Looking directly across the mountain, you will see the Niuxin Mountain, which has a panoramic view of the four seasons. The white snow is clearly visible, with Ladong Gorge and Baiyanggou scenic spots on the left and right sides, leaning against the rolling Qilian Mountains.Have a rest on the car. We will take a long drive back to Xining. Note: Zhangye - Zhuoer Mountain distance: 210 km, 2.5 hrs drivingZhuoer Mountain - Xining: 300 km, 4 hrs driving
Day 4: Xining – Gangcha (200 km, 3 hrs driving)
Tibetan Food Experience, Huangyu Fish Migration (Jul-Aug)Meals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: GangchaIn the morning, after a leisure breakfast in the hotel, we will start our trip to Gangcha. At noon time, we enjoy a wonderful Tibetan food culture experience, which is arranged at a local Tibetan restaurant. Sitting around, drink authentic Tibetan butter tea and have Zanba(fired highland barley powder). You may also try to put on a traditional Tibetan costume and pretend you a local Tibetan. Note: The Tibetan food culture experience can only be arranged from June to October. Then we will have a chance to see Huangyu Fish Migration, which can only be seen in the period of July and August. "Huangyu" (Gymnocypris przewalskii) is a special fish in Qinghai Lake. It belongs to the family Cyprinidae. Its scientific name is "Qinghai Lake Naked Carp". It is a national second-level protected animal and a rare species unique to Qinghai Lake. We will stay overnight in Gangcha tonight. 
Day 5: Gangcha – Chaka Salt Lake - Qinghai Lake (330km, 6 hrs driving)
Chaka Salt Lake, Erlangjian Scenic Area, Qinghai Lake sunsetMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: at Qinghai LakeToday we will travel from Gangcha to Qinghai Lake. Check out and set out for Qingjhai Lake along Huanhu West Road, which is regarded as the most beautiful section of the road around Qinghai Lake. Enjoy the beauty of this sea-to-sky road. Stop at a lake cliff, to enjoy the panoramic view Qinghai Lake from a different angle. You may have chance to come across some rare birds, such as black-necked crane, Larus ichthyaetus, etc.We arrive at Chaka Salt Lake in the afternoon. It is a new online celebrity destination for northwest tour. When it is a fine day, it is a mirror of the sky; when the weather is bad, it is a lake of salt water. But it is said that only 25% of the tourists are lucky enough to meet a bad weather.Check in a hotel at Qinghai Lake, then Finish today’s trip by the amazing Qinghai Lake sunset. Note:Gangcha - Chaka Salt Lake distance: 180 km, 3 hrs drivingChaka Salt Lake - Qinghai Lake distance: 150 km, 3 hrs driving
Day 6: Qinghai Lake – Xining (150 km, 2.5 hrs driving), Departure
Qinghai Lake, Huanhu East Road, Transfer to airport/railway stationMeals: Breakfast, LunchIn the morning, you may enjoy a natural wake-up or get up early and enjoy the quiet but beautiful sunrise at Qinghai Lake. Then we will experience a horse ride along the lake bank, which will make your Qinghai trip more impressive. Then drive back to Xining, we come across the Huanhu East Lake, where fewer tourists visit, but it is one of the highlights of Qingdao Lake. Transfer to Xining airport or railway station, finishing your memorable Qinghai Lake-Zhangye Rainbow Mountains trip. Service ends

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1. What types of tours does Golden Trail Travel offer?

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