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 drive to Huangyuan County, where your Qinghai journey begins.
After lunch in Huangyuan County, pass by Riyue Mountain and Daotang River, and arrive at the "Plateau Sapphire," Qinghai Lake. Like a brilliant pearl, Qinghai Lake is beautifully set among high mountains and grasslands. The deep blue is boundless, and the clear and vast lake is surrounded by large patches of golden rapeseed flowers and continuous green grasslands, dotted with colorful prayer flags, yaks, and sheep. This is Qinghai Lake's unique rich beauty of sky and water merging in one color and vibrant colors (it is recommended to visit a Tibetan Qinghai Lake viewpoint) or (you may visit Erlangjian Scenic Area at your own expense, ticket 90 yuan).
After visiting Qinghai Lake, continue along the ring road to Heima River, pass the rolling Rubber Mountain, and arrive at today's accommodation point, Chaka Town, amid beautiful scenery of herds of cattle and sheep and continuous mountains.
Warm reminders
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 the journey, it is recommended not to do strenuous exercise and to ensure sufficient sleep and good rest. The altitude of Qinghai Lake is about 3,000 meters. 4. During the day at Qinghai Lake, ultraviolet rays are strong, so sun protection is needed; the temperature difference between day and night is large, so even in summer, warm clothing is needed; there is sand and dust, so it is recommended to wear sunglasses, headscarves, and other items. 5. Qinghai Lake is the sacred lake of local Tibetans. Please respect local customs and religion, do not kick mani piles, and do not make noise in temples or religious sites.
