A must-see guide for traveling in the northwest, a comprehensive inventory of Qinghai and Gansu routes

Transportation options

Generally choose Xining or Lanzhou as the starting point. Lanzhou has many discount tickets but is far away from Qinghai Lake. It is more convenient to start from Xining and save time. Xining → Lanzhou: 2 hours by train. 3-hour train ride to Xining Taxi: starting price is 8 yuan, metered fare

Self-driving: Experienced drivers can choose to drive themselves, stop and go as you like, not recommended for those who have never been there. The scenic spots on the ring line are far apart, and there may be no signal, making it easy to get lost. Carpooling: You can choose to travel by carpooling if you are alone or with a small number of people. You will not incur space fees, save money and effort, and you can also meet interesting new friends. Chartered car: suitable for traveling together with a large number of people. , you can customize your itinerary as you like and enjoy exclusive services = self-driving plus version

Accommodation in Xining: Xiadu Street, Chengdong District, near Mojia Street in the city, surrounded by business districts, with convenient transportation and convenient travel. Chaka: Cha There are many inns, B&Bs and hotels in Ka Town and Xincun

Dachaidan: You can stay at the starry sky camp, the scenery is beautiful but a bit expensive. Dunhuang: You can choose desert camping, light a bonfire at night, have a carnival, and enjoy the starry sky. You can choose to stay in an inn in Zhangye: there are many hotels in the tourist city, and the night market is also very fun. Make an appointment in advance for accommodation, and read more reviews on Meit and Daz. In addition, there are not many luxury hotels, so be mentally prepared for those who have high accommodation requirements.

What is the weather and outfit from May to August? Qinghai: 10-24℃ with large temperature difference between morning and evening

Wear short sleeves, long skirts, sun protection clothing, flat shoes, sports shoes, etc. on sunny days< /p>

The temperature drops after sunset, so you need to bring a jacket. If you go in April, you will need to bring a thin down jacket. Gansu: 15-30℃

The overall altitude is low, so you can wear short-sleeved shorts all day long. Slippers on the beach must be red, off-white, denim blue, black, or yellow.

Sunglasses? + hat? (preferably with a windproof rope) are a must. They look good in sun protection and taking photos. You can add a scarf depending on your preference. Or a shawl is also a good choice

Must-have items

Lip balm, moisturizing mask, eye lotion, disposable raincoat, selfie stick, drone, mobile phone dust cover/self-sealing Bags, disposable underwear, bed sheets, etc., sun protection veil, waterproof long shoe covers

Tickets to attractions

Tambum Monastery—NT$70/light NT$40

Chaka Salt Lake - 60 yuan/light 30 yuan

Qinghai Lake Erlangjian - 90 yuan/light 45 yuan

Koluke Lake - 25 yuan

On the water Yadan—120 yuan

Chaerhan Salt Lake—100 yuan

Mogao Grottoes—238 yuan

Colorful Danxia—75 yuan

< p>Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring—120 yuan

Yumen Pass—40 yuan

Jiayuguan—110 yuan

Oil Town—20 yuan

Zhuoer Mountain—60 yuan

Menyuan Mountain Observation Deck—30 yuan