8-day tour of Dunhuang, Qinghai Lake, and Chaka Salt Lake｜Travel with old friends and avoid detours

Join our 8-day tour of Dunhuang, Qinghai Lake, and Chaka Salt Lake and travel with your old friends. This is a classic loop tour of the northwest, where you can experience the charm of multiple geographical features, travel along the beautiful 315U-shaped highway, revel in the desert, and enjoy the spectacular sunrise and sunset. This time, we'll play all day long, and everything is so leisurely and carefree!
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🌟🗺️Itinerary:
Day 1: Various locations – Lanzhou
📝Lanzhou, the Golden City, is the gathering place. On this day, you'll have the whole day to explore the city and experience its unique charm.
Day 2: Zhangye Seven-Colored Danxia Scenic Area – Seven-Colored Danxia Scenic Area – Viewing Platform
📝The Seven-Colored Danxia is a naturally formed colorful scroll. The view from the tower is expansive and the scenery is breathtaking.
Day 3: Jiayuguan Pass – Son of the Earth – Boundless Sculpture
📝On this day, we'll visit the majestic Jiayuguan Pass, travel through Son of the Earth and Boundless Sculpture, and experience the profound collision of history and art.
Day 4: Crescent Moon Spring of Mingsha Mountain – Mingsha Mountain – Mogao Caves
📝You can stroll through the fine sand of Crescent Moon Spring of Mingsha Mountain and stand in front of the Mogao Caves to feel the vicissitudes of life.
Day 5: Dangjinshan – Nanbaxian Devil City – Wusute Water-Eroded Yardang Landform Geological Park
📝Visit Dangjinshan, Nanbaxian Devil City, and Wusute Water-Eroded Yardang Landform Geological Park, and enjoy the various geological wonders in one day.
Day 6: Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area – Chaka Salt Lake
📝On this day, we'll travel through Emerald Lake and Salt Lake, and experience the magical changes of nature.
Day 7: Qinghai Lake Erlangjian Scenic Area – Qinghai Lake – Mount Riyue
📝Look out over Qinghai Lake, walk through the Erlangjian Scenic Area, and then climb to the top of Mount Riyue to enjoy the stunning beauty of the lake and mountains.
Day 8: Lanzhou – Various locations
📝Say goodbye to Lanzhou, the Golden City, and embark on your journey home with the memories of the northwest.
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🎒Travel checklist:
🧥**Clothing:** The temperature in Dunhuang, Qinghai Lake, and Chaka Salt Lake is very low in January, so be sure to bring enough warm clothing, such as thick, insulated down jackets and thermal underwear. Don't forget your gloves and hat!
👟**Shoes:** It is recommended to choose non-slip and wear-resistant outdoor shoes. After all, the terrain in these places is undulating, and non-slip shoes can protect your safety.
📸**Accessories:** These attractions are all very beautiful, so cameras and charging treasures are essential. If you are a photography enthusiast, bring some spare batteries!
🧴**Sunscreen and skincare:** Although it is winter now, the altitude in these places is high and the ultraviolet rays are strong. Sunscreen and skincare products are essential.
🎫**Documents:** Don't forget to bring your ID card and cash or platform. Some attractions may only accept cash or online payment.
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The journey is coming to an end, but I hope that the charm of Dunhuang, the tranquility of Qinghai Lake, and the beauty of Chaka Salt Lake will be deeply engraved in your memory. I look forward to your next visit. We'll travel together on the road ahead!