The best route for self-driving tours in Qinghai: What to wear when taking photos at Qinghai Lake

If it is your first time to go to Qinghai, there are still many places in Qinghai that are suitable for everyone to visit, but before that you need to know the traffic information in Qinghai and the recommended routes for self-driving tours. And the night’s accommodation issues and photo guide. Transportation

The northwest is located in the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It has a vast territory and rich but scattered tourist attractions. We are in a different place almost every day or change hotels every day, so what kind of transportation method should we choose? becomes particularly important. Regarding the transportation methods for traveling in the Northwest, the most important ones at present are public transportation, chartered cars, carpooling, and car rentals. As for which method is suitable for you, I will give you some popular science below.

1. Public transportation

Advantages: The cost is relatively low.

Disadvantages: A lot of preliminary preparations and transportation strategies are required. Due to the lack of transportation on the Northwest Highway, it will take a lot of time and the playing experience is very poor!

Suitable for: Traveling student party or outdoor hiker.

2. Join a group

Advantages: Food, accommodation, travel and shopping are all-inclusive, and the cost is relatively low.

Disadvantages: Obvious, limited, not enjoyable to play, ripped off.

Suitable for people with smaller budgets and the elderly.

3. Carpooling

Advantages: You can carpool when the number of people is small, (carpooling 4-8 people) is relatively free, and you can also make new friends during the journey, which is definitely a must for you. Two options.

Disadvantages: Everyone in carpooling has different routes, and it is difficult to make the trip if they have different ideas. Therefore, you need to find a local professional carpooling company and refer to the most popular local tourist routes.

Suitable for: traveling alone or with a companion.

4. Chartering a car

Advantages: By sending a car alone, you can customize the itinerary, stop and go, and say goodbye to just looking around. It is a popular way to travel now.

Disadvantages: It is not suitable for all tourists. The cost of chartering a car for 1-2 people is relatively high (except for rich people)

Suitable for people: friends or family traveling, the number of people is between 3 and 3 For more than one person, chartering a car is the first choice for traveling in the northwest.

Special reminder: Chartered cars can customize the itinerary according to personal requirements.

5. Rent a car

Advantages: You can control your itinerary independently, stop and go, and experience the fun of self-driving on the plateau. There is no one else outside the group, which is more free.

Disadvantages: Due to unfamiliarity with northwest road conditions and different driving habits, there are certain safety risks. You need to make a complete strategy in advance before traveling. Drivers will be tired when driving long distances.

Suitable for the crowd: travel enthusiasts and those who want to experience the fun of self-driving on the plateau.

After seeing this, you should probably know which way to travel, right? Friends who want to charter a car can directly click on the product link above, contact the local butler, and choose an itinerary or customize it. Let’s take a look at the popular tourist routes in the northwest. Recommended routes

1. Qinghai Lake Kumbum Monastery 1-day tour

Day 1: Xining – Kumbum Monastery —Laji Mountain—Qinghai Lake—Jinyintan Grassland—Xining (End)

The 1-day tour includes the only two 5A-level scenic spots in Qinghai, listening to the Buddha at Kumbum Monastery and watching Qinghai Lake , galloping on the prairie, the itinerary is easy and rich in content. This kind of itinerary is more suitable for friends who are staying in Xining for a short period of time, or who are visiting Xining before entering Tibet.

2. Qinghai Lake Chaka Salt Lake 2-day tour

Day 1: Xining - Kumbum Monastery - Laji Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Heima River (stay at Heima River)

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Day 2: Sunrise at Heima River—Chaka Salt Lake—Huanhu West Road—Jinyintan Grassland—Xining (End)

The 2-day tour includes Kumbum Monastery, Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, besides listening to Buddha and observing the lake, go to Sky Realm, one of the 55 must-visit attractions in life, to take a group of the most beautiful reflections of the salt lake. The itinerary is compact and full, and it is a relatively classic route in Qinghai. This kind of itinerary is more suitable for friends who choose to travel on weekends or friends who are looking around in Xining before entering Tibet.

3. Qinghai Small Ring Road 3-day tour

Day 1: Xining - Kumbum Monastery - Laji Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Heima River (Su Heima River)

The second day: Sunrise on the Heima River—Chaka Salt Lake—Dadongshu Pass—Binggou Forest Sea—Qilian (stay in Qilian)

The third day: Qilian—Zhuoer Mountain— Qilian Grassland - Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers - Xining (End)

The 3-day tour includes the most famous attractions in Qinghai: Kumbum Monastery, Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Qilian Zhuoer Mountain, Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers . It is undoubtedly the most classic itinerary in Qinghai. Walking past Buddhist temples, passing grasslands, overlooking the lake, taking photos of the salt lake, and climbing up to view the sea of ??rapeseed flowers, the scenery along the way is undeniable. This route is more suitable for friends or families who come to Qinghai for summer vacation and leisure.

4. 4-day tour to Zhangye, Qinghai

The first day: Xining - Kumbum Monastery - Laji Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Heima River (Su Heima River)

< p>The second day: Sunrise on the Heima River—Chaka Salt Lake—Dadongshu Pass—Binggou Forest Sea—Qilian (stay in Qilian)

The third day: Qilian—Zhuoer Mountain—Bian Dukou—Colorful Danxia—Zhangye (stay in Zhangye)

Day 4: Zhangye—Qilian Grassland—Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers—Daban Mountain Observation Deck—Xining (End)

The 4-day tour adds Zhangye Colorful Danxia, ??a popular domestic tourist attraction in recent years, to the most classic 3-day tour itinerary. This Danxia landform group complements the Liyuan River and combines magical natural and unique cultural landscapes, which makes tourists fascinated.

Since the time plus round-trip repairs is about 1 week, it is also a favorite itinerary among tourists.

5. 5-day tour to Zhangye, Qinghai

Day 1: Xining - Kumbum Monastery - Ashigong Geopark - Yellow River Clearance - Guide (Su Guide)

The second day: Guide - Laji Mountain - Riyue Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Heima River (Summary of Heima River)

The third day: Sunrise on Heima River - Chaka Salt Lake - Great Winter Shuyakou - Binggou Forest Sea - Qilian (stay in Qilian)

Day 4: Qilian - Zhuoer Mountain - Biandukou - Colorful Danxia - Zhangye (stay in Zhangye)

< p>Day 4: Zhangye - Qilian Grassland - Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers - Dabanshan Observation Deck - Xining (End)

The 5-day tour adds a small Qinghai small business to the 4-day tour itinerary The one in the south of the Yangtze River is called Guide. In addition to the famous Guide National Geopark, Guide is also the place where the Yellow River flows through in its youth. It is known as "the clearest Yellow River in the world". This is also an exclusive summer vacation route.

6. 6-day tour of Qinghai-Gansu Grand Ring Line

Day 1: Xining-Tambum Monastery-Laji Mountain-Qinghai Lake-Heima River (Su Heima River)

The second day: Heima River-Qinghai Lake sunrise-Chaka Salt Lake-Koluke Lake-Daqaidan (stay in Daqaidan)

The third day: Dachaidan-Qinghai Yadan- Oil town—Yangguan—Dunhuang (stay in Dunhuang)

Day 4: Dunhuang—Mogao Grottoes—Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring—Dunhuang (stay in Dunhuang)

Fifth day Day: Dunhuang—Guazhou—Jiayu Pass—Colorful Danxia—Zhangye (stay in Zhangye)

Day 6: Zhangye—Biandukou—Qilian Grassland—Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers—Xining (End)

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First of all, let’s take a look at this route on the map. It starts from Xining, goes to Qinghai Lake, passes through Chaka Salt Lake, goes from Delingha to Daqaidan, passes through the no-man’s land of Qaidam Basin, enters Dunhuang, and goes to Hexi The corridor passes through Jiayuguan and then to Zhangye. From Zhangye, take the most beautiful road 227, back to Xining, there is no turning back, so it is called the Silk Road Great Loop. On this ring line, there are temples, grasslands, lakes, Gobi, Yadan, deserts, grottoes, Danxia, ??and rapeseed flowers. It can be said to be a combination of natural scenery and cultural landscape in the northwest. It is currently one of the most classic and favorite northwest tourist routes among tourists. Moreover, the entire journey is on roads or expressways, and the road conditions are very good. Whether you are traveling by car or by car, if time permits, this route is definitely your best choice.

7. Qinghai + Gansu Grand Ring Road 7-Day Tour

Day 1: Xining - Kumbum Monastery - Laji Mountain - Qinghai Lake - Heima River (Su Heima River)

The second day: Heima River-Qinghai Lake sunrise-Chaka Salt Lake-Koluke Lake-Daqaidan (stay in Daqaidan)

The third day: Dachaidan-Qinghai Yadan- Dangjinshan—Oil Town—Yangguan—Dunhuang (stay in Dunhuang)

Day 4: Dunhuang—Mogao Grottoes—Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring—Dunhuang (stay in Dunhuang)

Day 5: Dunhuang—Guazhou—Jiayu Pass—Zhangye Colorful Danxia—Zhangye (stay in Zhangye)

Day 6: Zhangye—Biandukou—Qilian Grassland—Qilian Zhuoer Mountain—Qilian ( Stay in Qilian)

Day 7: Qilian - Arou Temple - Menyuan Rapeseed Flowers - Daban Mountain Observation Deck - Xining (End)

The 7-day tour is on June 6 The little Switzerland of the East - Qilian was added to the day trip itinerary.

"Qilian" means "Tianshan", which is the natural barrier in the north of Qinghai. It was the Qiang land in ancient times and was the main road to the Western Region. It was known as the "North Gate of Qinghai" in ancient times. The Silk Road south The line passes here. Therefore, this route is also a more complete Silk Road loop. How to choose accommodation

Where should you stay when traveling? This is the most troublesome and important question. You can go hungry if you eat, but not making arrangements for accommodation in advance will obviously make you feel insecure. Most Chinese people That's all. You can ignore the words of travel friends, because they are all setting up tents.

1. Accommodation in Xining

Xining is the starting point for tourism in Qinghai and northwest China. However, the tourism conditions in Xining are limited. There are not many special campsites such as inns and B&Bs, and there are quite a lot of places to stay, so there is no need to book in advance. Just like in ordinary cities, you used to be able to book hotels directly using mobile apps. Don't think it's too difficult or too crowded.

2. Accommodation in Qinghai Lake

a. Viewing priority

In addition to the beautiful scenery of the plateau and lake, the most famous thing about Qinghai Lake is undoubtedly the sunrise in the morning . Because to watch the sunrise, you need to stay near the best viewing point in advance. It is recommended to choose to stay in Heimahe or Huanhu West Road. However, accommodation prices in Heimahe are relatively high during the peak tourist season, with ordinary standard rooms ranging from 380 to 700, and they need to be booked in advance. The price of Huanhu West Road is slightly lower, but if you want to take the Qinggan-Gansu Ring Road, you will have to turn back.

b. Price priority

Tourists with a tight budget or considering saving money can choose to stay in Jiangxigou. The price is much cheaper than Heima River, and it is only half an hour away from Heima River. If you want to save money and watch the sunrise, you need to get up early and get to Heimahe.

c. Recommended by travel experts

No matter how many days you stay in the northwest, Chaka Salt Lake is definitely one of the must-see places. Accommodation in Heimahe is expensive and the conditions are poor. Travel in Jiangxi Gou and Erlangjian will be quite busy. Then Chaka Town will definitely be an excellent accommodation choice. In the past two years, the number of tourists to Chaka Salt Lake has increased sharply, and the corresponding tourism facilities have also developed rapidly. Accommodation, meals, and taking pictures of the most beautiful starry sky at night, why not!

3. Accommodation in Dachaidan

Dachaidan is a regular camping site for the second day of the Qinghai-Gansu Great Loop. Because it is located in a remote area in an uninhabited area, the housing supply is relatively limited and the price is very high. It is recommended that tourists not have too high requirements for the accommodation conditions here. If you want to stay here, be sure to book a room online in advance!

Due to the popularity of tourism in the northwest, it is often difficult to get a room in Dachaidan request situation. If you have not booked a room in advance, you can adjust your accommodation to Delingha City. The accommodation conditions are better and the price is reasonable.

4. Accommodation in Dunhuang

After walking through Dachaidan and crossing the no-man’s land, you arrive at Dunhuang, a famous cultural city in Gansu. The choice of accommodation here has greatly increased. Business hotels, B&Bs, and desert camping are all available. Visitors can choose according to their own wishes. Moreover, Dunhuang's tourist supporting facilities are relatively complete, so there are enough houses, and everyone can enjoy it here to relieve the fatigue of the previous two days.

5. Accommodation in Jiayuguan

There are not many unique accommodations in Jiayuguan. The streets are full of chain hotels. Everyone here should just overdo it and recharge for the beautiful scenery to come.

6. Accommodation in Zhangye

a. Zhangye City

With the Drum Tower as the center, Zhangye is divided into four streets, southeast and northwest, plus a ring road. The hotel is Mainly concentrated near the Drum Tower in the center of the city, there are still many choices for accommodation. During the peak tourist season, the standard room price is between 200-400 yuan. There are guest houses on South Street and North Street of Gulou. You can find them by walking along the street, which are cheaper. There are many people near the bus station and train station. Safety comes first when you go out. It is recommended that you try not to stay there. In addition, there are no youth hostels in Zhangye City.

b. Qicai Town

According to local people, Qicai Town was built based on the colorful Danxia. It is far away from the urban area and there is nothing interesting there. However, the accommodation is quite unique, mainly farmhouses.

7. Accommodation in Qilian

Qilian County is the favorite summer resort of Qinghai locals, and its accommodation conditions can meet the needs of almost everyone. Business hotels and family hotels are popular choices. Qilian is a gathering place for Tibetans and Hui people. The family hotel is a favorite among tourists for its good value for money and practicality. In particular, if you stay in the homes of ethnic minority residents, you can better understand the unique local customs. You can fully experience the profound cultural connotation of the ancient western city. How to match clothes

Feel beautiful, and hope to look beautiful! Taking photos records the travel process, and also records your own unique time. What should I wear when traveling to the Northwest? Travel shoes, wrong. Sportswear, wrong. Oily head and oily face, wrong. A cool outfit will enhance your look. Below, Little Ant will introduce to you how to wear beautiful clothes, dress yourself up handsomely, and have a unique journey.

1. The versatile choice - white long skirt

White is the most versatile color, whether it is a small town or a blue sky, if you want to be a sweet little princess or a pure school beauty , when you are a charming boss lady, a white skirt can definitely hold up! It doesn’t matter the scene! It doesn’t matter your temperament! It doesn’t matter the season! The most important thing is that it comes with a reflector! The long skirt will raise the waist in a second, and the legs will be covered from the chest down. No!

Best photography locations: Qinghai Lake, grassland, Chaka Salt Lake, colorful Danxia

2. Passionate like fire - bright red color

No matter men, women, old or young, they all give people a feeling of youthful vitality, enthusiasm and positivity. The most important thing is that red makes your skin whiter, unless you are really hopelessly dark.

Best photography locations: Chaka Salt Lake, grassland, Gobi, desert

3. Desert Gobi - mysterious black color

I always thought that the background of yellow sand would It is very suitable for white. When you go to the desert, you will find that white will be a bit dazzling and overexposed. Therefore, in the end, it is recommended to wear black, red, and ethnic-style classical clothing in the desert.

Best photography locations: Gobi, desert

4. Exotic style - ethnic clothing series

What is Chinese style? It is the most representative of Chinese ethnic groups. It is unique, with complex color patterns, exquisite embroidery elements, and eye-catching details. It is fashionable and perfect that others do not have. Ethnic style is definitely the most common in the Northwest, but it is also the most versatile choice.

Best photography location: Almost versatile

5. Universal accessory—all-match shawl

The large bright-colored shawl blooms in the sunshine of the grassland. The straw hat and ethnic style accessories make her look like a beautiful and brilliant girl on the grassland. If you change the shawl to a cool color, the ethnic style will be slightly reduced, but it will become full of literary style. The shawl mainly recommends the ethnic style as the best.

PS: Twist braids also play an important role in this look. Cuties who like to tinker with hairstyles can try braiding their hair on the grassland, and you may get unexpected surprises.

6. Necessary sun protection - hat + sun protection clothing + versatile towel

The sunlight at high altitudes has strong ultraviolet rays, so try to prepare thin long skirts and trousers, long-sleeved T-shirts or shirts , to prevent sunburn.

It is best to wear short-sleeved clothes with sun protection clothes on top. If you are indoors, take them off when it is hot and wear them when it is cold. It is a good combination.

Sun hats, versatile scarves and thin large scarves are both beautiful and provide 360-degree physical sun protection without blind spots. The wide straw hat is dotted with blue ribbons and small flowers. Whether at the seaside or in the desert, a hat brings a full holiday style!