Day 1: Depart from Xining - Kumbum Monastery - Qinghai Lake
Departing from Xining in the morning, we first visit Kumbum Monastery to experience the solemnity of Tibetan Buddhism.
Then go to Qinghai Lake and tour around the lake to enjoy the magnificent scenery of China’s largest inland lake.
Stay overnight near Qinghai Lake and experience the tranquility of the plateau lakeside.
Day 2: Qinghai Lake - Chaka Salt Lake - Huanhu West Road
Watch the sunrise at Qinghai Lake in the morning, then go to Chaka Salt Lake to experience the wonderful scene of the “Mirror of the Sky”.
In the afternoon, drive along Huanhu West Road to enjoy another side of Qinghai Lake.
Overnight at an accommodation near Huanhu West Road.
Day 3: Huanhu West Road - Dadongshu Pass - Binggou Forest Sea - Qilian County
Starting from Huanhu West Road, climb over the Dedongshu Pass (4120 meters above sea level) to experience the magnificence of the plateau.
Visit the Binggou Forest Sea and feel the mystery of the plateau forest.
Arrive in Qilian County in the evening and stay overnight in Qilian County.
Day 4: Qilian County - Zhuoer Mountain - Qilian Grassland - Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers (Summer)
In the morning, visit Zhuoer Mountain and enjoy the stunning scenery of the plateau mountains.
In the afternoon, head to the Qilian Grassland to experience the vastness of the plateau meadows.
If it’s summer, you can go to Menyuan to see thousands of acres of rapeseed flowers.
Return to Qilian County or stay in Menyuan in the evening.
Day 5: Qilian County/Menyuan - Xining
Depart from Qilian County or Menyuan and return to Xining.
On the way, you can pass through Daban Mountain and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Gangshika Snow Peak.
Arrive in Xining in the afternoon and end the Qinghai Small Ring Tour.
Things to note:
Altitude sickness: Qinghai Lake is about 3,200 meters above sea level, and Chaka Salt Lake and Dadongshu Pass are even higher. Pay attention to preventing altitude sickness and prepare appropriate medicines such as Gao Yuan An.
Sun protection and warmth: UV rays are strong on the plateau, so you need to prepare sunscreen, sunglasses and warm clothes.
Vehicle inspection: Check the condition of the vehicle before departure to ensure that the vehicle is suitable for driving on the plateau.
Flexible itinerary: The itinerary can be adjusted appropriately according to weather and personal physical conditions.
Respect local culture: Pass through Tibetan inhabited areas along the way and respect local customs and habits.
This itinerary allows you to experience it in five days
Qinghai

The natural beauty and cultural features of the small loop, I hope you have a pleasant journey

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