Xining 2-Day Tour | Super Detailed Guide, Non-Stop Fun

The short holiday is here! Want to explore the area around Xining? This guide will show you how to easily check in to the beautiful Sky Mirror of Chaka Salt Lake, the magnificent Qinghai Lake, the golden sand dunes of Jinsha Bay, the lush greenery of Jinyintan Grassland, and the majestic scenery of Lajishan Mountain in just 2 days! Stop and go as you please, experience it in depth, don't miss out!
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🚗Itinerary:
DAY 1: Ta'er Monastery -> Lajishan Pass -> Riyue Mountain -> Chaka Salt Lake
Explore the ancient culture of Ta'er Monastery, cross the magnificent Lajishan Pass, then cross the picturesque Riyue Mountain, and finally immerse yourself in the dreamlike Chaka Salt Lake.
DAY 2: Qinghai Lake, Heima River -> Qinghai Lake Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve -> Jinyintan Grassland -> Qinghai Atomic City Memorial Hall
Along the beautiful Qinghai Lake, starting from Heima River, explore the unique scenery of Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve, then stroll through Jinyintan Grassland to experience the vastness of nature, and finally visit the Qinghai Atomic City Memorial Hall to learn about history. A two-day in-depth tour, enjoy the freedom of stop-and-go travel!
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Must-see attractions:

🌅 Chaka Salt Lake: The salt is as white as snow, and the lake reflects the sky, as pure as a mirror, walking in it is like stepping into the sky.

🏯 Ta'er Monastery: An important monastery of the Gelug Sect of Tibetan Buddhism, with countless treasures inside and a strong religious atmosphere, which makes people feel awe.

⛰️ Riyue Mountain: A legendary magical place, with rolling mountains and colorful prayer flags fluttering in the wind, every place is full of stories.

🌸 Jinyintan Grassland: Golden and white florets interweave into a beautiful picture on this grassland, a good place to take photos and check in.

🏜️ Qinghai Lake Jinsha Bay Nature Reserve: Here, there are unique sand dune scenery, where the desert and lake complement each other, a natural wonder not to be missed.
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Must-see tips for travel:
- Price of specialties 🏷️: There are many specialties in Xining. Compare several stores when buying to avoid being cheated by high prices.
- Local customs 🎉: Respect the customs of local ethnic minorities such as the Hui people, and do not take pictures of religious places at will.
- Airport transportation 🚗: Xining Airport is far from the city center. Plan your transportation in advance. You can choose the airport bus or arrange a pick-up service in advance.
- Altitude sickness 🏔️: Xining has a high altitude. You may experience altitude sickness when you first arrive. Please prepare medicine and pay attention to rest.
- Sun protection and moisturizing 🧴: The northwest region has strong sunshine and dry air. Be sure to do a good job of sun protection and moisturizing when traveling.
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Xining group tour, so simple and fun! Want to explore more exciting routes? Go to the homepage, more guides are waiting for you to discover!