【絶景純玩少人数ツアー-7日青甘大環状線Aコース】青海湖+チャカ塩湖+翡翠湖+莫高窟+月牙泉+七彩丹霞+祁連門源7日間ツアー

In the morning, the driver will pick up the group at a designated location in Xining (the specific departure time and meeting point will be notified by the tour leader). Then drive to Huangyuan County, where your Qinghai journey begins. After lunch in Huangyuan County, pass by Riyue Mountain and Daotang River to reach the "Plateau Sapphire" — Qinghai Lake. Like a brilliant pearl, Qinghai Lake is beautifully set among high mountains and grasslands. Deep and boundless in its azure blue, the vast and clear lake waters are surrounded by large stretches of golden rapeseed flowers and rolling green grasslands, dotted with colorful prayer flags, yaks, and flocks of sheep — a rich and colorful spectacle unique to Qinghai Lake where sky and water merge into one (we suggest visiting the Tibetan Qinghai Lake viewpoint) or (you may visit Erlangjian Scenic Area at your own expense, ticket 90 yuan). After touring Qinghai Lake, continue along the ring road to Heimahe, passing the rolling Rubber Mountain, and arrive at tonight's accommodation in Chaka Town amid the beautiful scenery of herds of cattle and sheep and continuous mountain ranges. Driving distance: 350 km. Depending on group size, off-road vehicle or 2-6 seat business van. Warm Tips 1. If you wish to enter the fenced-off areas of Qinghai Lake to visit and take photos of local residents, yaks, and sheep, you need to ask about the price in advance. 2. To avoid altitude sickness during your trip, it is recommended not to engage in strenuous exercise and to ensure adequate sleep and good rest. Qinghai Lake is at an altitude of about 3,000 meters. 3. During the day at Qinghai Lake, UV rays are strong, so pay attention to sun protection; the temperature difference between day and night is large, so even in summer, bring warm clothing; there is sand and dust, so it is recommended to wear sunglasses, headscarves, and other items. 4. Qinghai Lake is a sacred lake for local Tibetans. Please respect local customs and religion, do not kick mani piles, and do not make noise in temples or religious sites.

Sleep in and wake up naturally in the morning. After breakfast, head to China's version of the "Mirror of the Sky" — [Chaka Salt Lake]. As a salt-producing area with a long history, the salt grains in Chaka Salt Lake form patches of white crystals. The tranquil, ripple-free water mirrors the sky on the clear silver-white lake surface. As you walk, it feels like walking in a dream above the clouds. You can stroll in the salt lake above the clouds, fully enjoying the scenery where water and sky meet, and you can also take a retro mini train along the tracks deep into the heart of the lake, immersing yourself in a world of salt. (Chaka Salt Lake admission 60 yuan, mini train 50 yuan/person one way, about 3 hours of sightseeing, at your own expense.) After lunch, we will head to [Da Qaidam Emerald Lake], a lesser-known attraction that has recently risen to fame. Emerald Lake consists of salt ponds of various sizes. Under the light at different times of day, the lake water constantly shifts through different shades of green — from pale green to translucent emerald, and then to Tiffany blue. The beautiful jade spread across the ground displays their astonishing beauty. (Emerald Lake is a 20-minute drive from Da Qaidam; the best time to photograph reflections is at sunset.) Overnight at a hotel in Da Qaidam not far from the scenic area. Driving distance: 410 km (depending on group size, 2-6 seat off-road vehicle/business van) Warm Tips 1. We suggest you bring some wet wipes to prevent the salt grains and salt water of Chaka Salt Lake from damaging your skin. 2. On sunny days at Chaka Salt Lake, UV rays and lake reflections are very strong. Please pay attention to sun protection and eye protection; sunglasses are a good choice. 3. There are no restaurants in the scenic area. We suggest you bring food and drinking water. 4. Chaka Salt Lake is at an altitude of about 3,000 meters. We suggest avoiding strenuous exercise while visiting to prevent altitude sickness. 5. Due to the rough salt layer and deep silt in the lake, we suggest you try not to walk barefoot or go too deep when visiting Chaka Salt Lake. Check in at the hotel and rest.

In the morning we depart from Da Qaidam, driving along the vast desert highway of the great northwest to reach [Nanbaxian Yardang Devil City]. Along the roadside are strangely shaped earth mounds formed over thousands of years by raging winds, closely linked together in various forms. There are few people around, and the unique desolation and isolated loneliness give a perfect movie blockbuster feel. After driving for more than another hour, we arrive at the highway blockbuster hotspot [Most Beautiful Highway]. The next stop is Aksay [Oil Town], the filming location of Nine-Story Demon Tower. The abandoned small town still retains the ruins of a kindergarten, bus, school, club, and factory, and the apocalyptic decay has quite an impact. You can stop here briefly and take photos as souvenirs. (Scenic area 20 yuan/person, at your own expense) After a short stay in Oil Town, we head directly to [Dunhuang]. If time permits, you can visit Dunhuang Ancient City on your own. In the evening, enjoy [Desert Camping], which you may choose whether or not to join. Desert camping has rich activities including desert motorcycles, sand sliding, local hot pot, beer and barbecue, desert concerts, fireworks shows, bonfire parties, and Guozhuang dancing. After the activities, tents and sleeping bags will be distributed for camping in the desert. When the weather is clear, the starry sky is brilliant, and you may even have a chance to see shooting stars. Driving distance: 350km (depending on the number of people, 2-seat to 6-seat off-road vehicle/business vehicle) Warm Tips 1. The temperature difference between day and night at the campsite is large, so please bring enough warm clothing. 2. Desert camping is a special activity, and you will spend the night in a tent. The conditions are not comparable to a hotel. 3. Since desert camping is a complimentary activity, you may choose not to participate, but we will not refund any fees.

In the morning, you will visit the world cultural heritage site 【Mogao Caves】. The Mogao Caves are the largest, richest in content, most exquisite in artistry, and best-preserved Buddhist cave temple complex in the world today! In the morning, you will visit the world-famous world cultural heritage site 【Mogao Caves】 (238 yuan per person), the largest and richest Buddhist art treasure trove in existence. The splendid and exquisite flying apsara murals, the masterful painted sculptures, and the rows upon rows of caves are humanity's most precious cultural treasures. In the afternoon, visit Mingsha Mountain 【Crescent Lake】 (110 yuan per person). These are two complementary attractions: a crescent-shaped clear spring surrounded by hills of fine sand. Their symbiotic and peculiar landscape has been known since ancient times as one of the "Eight Great Desert Scenic Wonders." As the sun sets, it adds even more beauty to the sand mountains and clear spring. Here you may participate at your own expense in camel riding, sand sledding, and various other desert entertainment activities. In the evening, you can enjoy free time. You may go taste the food at Shazhou Night Market, or go watch the large-scale live-action performance "Encore Dunhuang." Driving distance: 60 km, depending on group size, 2-6 seat off-road vehicle/business vehicle Warm Tips 1. Visiting the Mogao Caves requires advance reservation on the official website. Type A tickets cost 238 yuan per person, with 6,000 people per day, and include visits to 8 open caves. Type B tickets cost 168 yuan per person, with 12,000 people per day, and include visits to 4 open caves. 2. For visiting the Mogao Caves, it is recommended that you first go to the Digital Center to watch two films (about 40 minutes total) to understand the historical background of the Mogao Caves, which will help you better appreciate them. 3. Photography, mobile phones, and flashlight illumination are not allowed inside the caves, so as not to affect the murals. 4. Visitors interested in special caves may visit them at their own expense. 5. The caves are not open in rainy weather, sandstorms, and similar conditions.

After breakfast, depart from Dunhuang, pass through Guazhou, and after tasting Hami melons and honeydew melons for free at the melon stalls, head straight to Jiayuguan Pass (ticket 110 yuan, visiting time 1.5 hours). After arriving, enjoy lunch on your own. After breakfast, depart from Dunhuang, pass through Guazhou where you can taste the local Hami melons, then head to Jiayuguan Pass (ticket 110 yuan, visiting time 1.5 hours). After lunch, begin exploring the scenic area. The magnificent frontier pass of the north stands majestically beyond the Great Wall. Standing on the solemn and dignified city wall and gazing into the distance, one can vaguely glimpse the majestic grandeur of the "First Pass Under Heaven" from days gone by. Amid the lingering sense of Jiayuguan's profound historical weight, we head to the next stop, Qicai Danxia Town. After arriving at the hotel and checking in, proceed to Zhangye Danxia Landform Scenic Area. Immerse yourself in a world of color — God's palette has been overturned here, with red, yellow, green, white, orange, and gray colors clearly interwoven across the rolling mountains. Under the sunlight, this is a colorful fairy-tale world, the uncanny workmanship of nature and a gift from the heavens. Watch the Danxia sunset and let the spectacular scenery awe your soul. The Qicai Danxia ticket is validated once before leaving the scenic area on the same day, and the next day you can enter the scenic area for free to watch the sunrise. Driving distance: 590 km. Depending on group size, 2-6 seat off-road vehicle/business van. Warm Tips 1. The Great Wall Museum inside Jiayuguan Scenic Area is a great place to learn about the historical background of Jiayuguan. You can visit it on your own. 2. The internal commentary at the three sites of Jiayuguan is charged separately, at your own expense. 3. On cloudy days, the Qicai Danxia landscape is not as vivid as in photos. Please be mentally prepared. 4. Inside Jiayuguan Scenic Area, there is the Jiayuguan Great Wall Museum. Visitors with a strong interest in history and culture can rent an audio guide at the entrance for a self-guided visit.

Depart in the morning. After breakfast in Zhangye, drive along the most beautiful rural road, passing through [Biandukou Scenic Area]. In July, Biandukou is picturesque with blooming rapeseed flowers, and the road to Qilian is lined with flowers all the way. This is a journey accompanied by the Qilian Mountains. You can enjoy the beautiful [Qilian Mountains] from the vehicle. The high mountain snow never melts year-round; on sunny days, the snow-capped mountains and glaciers are magnificent, while on rainy days, the mist and clouds create a fairyland-like scene. Then you will visit [Arou Grand Monastery] (admission 20 yuan/person, at your own expense). Standing quietly beside the road on the grasslands, the undeveloped Arou Grand Monastery retains the traditions of an original Tibetan Buddhist monastery. Lamas softly chant sutras inside, few tourists visit, and time passes leisurely. Please fully immerse yourself in the sacred Buddhist atmosphere of this moment. In the afternoon, visit [Zhuo'er Mountain] (admission 80 yuan/person, at your own expense). It seems like a bold stroke of God's brush, with the sharply defined distant snow mountains, verdant alpine meadows, exposed red Danxia rock formations, and the white ribbon-like Babao River at the foot of the mountain. Every step reveals a new scene — the heavenly Qilian, almost unreal! Overnight in Qilian County.

Depart in the morning for [Qilian Mountains Grassland], rated as one of the "Six Most Beautiful Grasslands in China." Under a deep blue sky dotted with white clouds and linked snow mountains, on the flat green grassland, horses, cattle, and sheep are leisurely and at ease. The wild, vast, and peaceful scenery blends beautifully across this fertile pasture bestowed by heaven. Continue onward, and you can fully enjoy the snow mountain views of Gangshika Snow Peak in the distance, then we arrive at the national 4A-level scenic area [Menyuan]. Every year in mid-July comes Menyuan's most beautiful season, when nearly a hundred li of rapeseed flowers bloom in full splendor, sweeping across the eyes in overwhelming golden yellow. Vigorous highland barley refuses to be outdone and claims large swaths of green in the view. The vast plateau sky is as clear as washed, and wherever the eye reaches, the scenery is boundless and beautiful, intoxicating. Finally we drive back to Xining, and the itinerary ends. Driving distance: 400km, depending on the number of people, 2-seat to 6-seat off-road vehicle/business vehicle Warm Tips 1. You can experience horseback riding on the grassland. Just agree on the price with the herder and you can enjoy the ride. Please remember to protect the environment. 2. During peak season, Menyuan Flower Sea requires queuing. We suggest you may choose not to buy a ticket for the flower-viewing platform, as you can still get a good view from the roadside.