Fly to Lanzhou then transfer by coach to Xining. After dinner, check in to the hotel and rest.

Sun and Moon Mountain and Daotang River:

A scenic Qinghai Plateau site blending nature, history, and geography.

Erlangjian Scenic Area of Qinghai Lake (includes shuttle bus):

Located on Qinghai Lake's southern shore, named for its sword-shaped sandbar peninsula.

(Note: Rapeseed flowers bloom from June to August.)

Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area (includes electric cart, round-trip train, and shoe covers):

With 3,000+ years of salt mining history, it is not only a major salt production area but also Qinghai's first green edible salt base.

Qinghai Yardang Formations:

Wusute (Water) Yardang Geological Park, also called "Southern Eight Immortals Yardang", a unique geological wonder in the world.

Chaka Salt Lake (includes shuttle bus):

China's largest salt lake and the world's secondlargest inland salt lake, named "World of Salt" in Mongolian with 60+ billion tons of reserves making it the country's richest salt resource.

Shazhou Night Market:

Dunhuang's liveliest night spot, bustling with energy after dark, filled with stalls, known as as a "night banquet" and a "scene of local charm."

Mogao Caves Scenic Area (includes digital center film, shuttle bus, and cave access):

UNESCO site and one of China's four major grottoes, renowned for its vast Buddhist art. (100% guaranteed Mogao Caves Category A ticket).

Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake (includes one-way cart and camel riding):

Crescent Lake, a "desert wonder" at Mingsha Mountain's base, named for its crescentshape. Has clear, perennial water, known as the "First Spring of the Desert."

Silk Road Sculpture Corridor (Children of the Earth + Boundless):

Silk Road-themed exhibition at the Dunhuang Expo, highlights East-West cultural exchange.

Jiayuguan Fort (includes electric cart):

Western start of the Ming Great Wall, known as the "First and Greatest Pass." and a key Silk Road military and cultural hub.

Zhangye Danxia Geopark:

Known as "Zhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Area," famous for vivid colors, striking layers, and unique Danxia landforms.

Zhangye National Wetland Park:

Key bird habitat with diverse plants and water, highlighting nature-human harmony.

Pingshanhu Grand Canyon (includes shuttle bus):

Rich scenery, red-layered rock formations, and valuable fossils, a "living geological textbook." Enjoy the scenic views of the Qilian Mountains.

Ebogu Ancient Town:

Ancient Silk Road Town in Qilian grasslands, named one of China's most beautiful grasslands by China National Geographic. View the vast Qilian Grasslands from afar.

Distant view of Gangshika Snow Mountain:

Popular due to its moderate altitude and suitable climbing difficulty.

(Jul-Aug: addition viewing of Rapeseed Flower)

Kumbum Monastery Scenic Area (includes electric cart and guided tour):

Key Gelugpa site and Tsongkhapa's birthplace with lotus-shaped Tibetan-Han architecture and 9,300+ halls.

Ink-wash Danxia (includes electric cart):

Zhangye Danxia's colorful landscapes inspired by Chinese ink wash painting, highlighting its scenic beauty.

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight.