Xining-Qinghai Lake-Heimahe-Rubber Mountain-Chaka
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 we will drive to Huangyuan County, where your Qinghai journey begins.
After lunch in Huangyuan County, passing through Riyue Mountain and Daotang River, we will arrive at the "Plateau Sapphire" [Qinghai Lake]. Like a brilliant pearl, Qinghai Lake is beautifully set among high mountains and grasslands. Deep blue and boundless, the clear and vast lake is surrounded by large stretches of golden rapeseed flowers and rolling green grasslands, dotted with colorful prayer flags, yaks, and flocks of sheep. This is Qinghai Lake's unique scenery of sky and water merging in one color, a rich and colorful beautiful view (suggested visit to a Tibetan Qinghai Lake scenic spot) or (optional paid visit to Erlangjian Scenic Area, ticket 90 yuan).
After touring Qinghai Lake, continue along the ring road to [Heimahe], pass the rolling [Rubber Mountain], and amid scenery of herds of cattle and sheep and continuous mountain ranges, arrive at Chaka Town, tonight's accommodation point.
Driving distance: 350 km (depending on group size, off-road vehicle or 2-6 seat business vehicle)
Warm Tips
1. Areas around Qinghai Lake enclosed by wire fencing are private areas of local residents. It is recommended that you negotiate the price with local people before entering to avoid unpleasantness.
2. If you want to photograph local people, it is recommended that you ask about the price in advance.
3. To avoid altitude sickness during your trip, it is recommended not to engage in strenuous exercise and to ensure sufficient sleep and good rest. Qinghai Lake is at an altitude of about 3,000 meters.
4. During the day, the ultraviolet rays at Qinghai Lake 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, a headscarf, and other items.
5. 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.
🍽️ Breakfast, lunch and dinner (at own expense)
🏨 Chaka Geri Hotel / Haifeng Hotel
