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青海当地向导祁军Mainland China

Three Major Benefits of Traveling to Northwest China in Winter and Recommended Winter Northwest Routes

Three Major Benefits 1. Fewer People and Tranquil Scenery, Enjoy Ultimate Views Alone: In winter, tourist numbers sharply drop in Northwest China (such as Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake), allowing you to avoid crowds and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of frozen lakes and snow-capped mountains reflected on the water, with no interruptions while taking photos. 2. Unique Landscapes, Unlock Exclusive Scenery: Winter presents exclusive sights, such as the blue ice spectacle of Qinghai Lake, the forest sea and snowfields of the Qilian Mountains, and the collision of Danxia landforms with white snow, offering more visual impact than the peak season. 3. Lower Costs, Maximum Value: Entrance fees, hotel accommodations, and car rental costs drop significantly, with some attractions even offering free admission. Travel budgets can be saved by 30%-50%, allowing you to enjoy a higher quality experience for less money. Recommended Winter Travel Route in Qinghai and Gansu: Qinghai Lake + Chaka Salt Lake + Chaerhan Salt Lake + 315 U-shaped Highway + Water Yadan + Emerald Lake + Heidushan + Mogao Caves + Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring + Zhangye Danxia + Qilian Seven Days Six Nights Tour Day 1: Xining · Qinghai Lake · Chaka Salt Lake, stay in Delingha Day 2: Delingha · Dacaidan Emerald Lake · Chaerhan Salt Lake · Golmud Day 3: Golmud · Water Yadan, Mars No.1 Highway · Yadan Landform · Lenghu Day 4: Lenghu · Heidushan · Silk Road Ruins · Dunhuang Day 5: Morning visit to Mogao Caves · Afternoon Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring · Dunhuang Day 6: Dunhuang · Guazhou Son of the Earth · Zhangye Danxia · Zhangye Day 7: Zhangye · Qilian Grassland · Menyuan Gangshika Glacier Waterfall · Xining For more details, please consult the product link below and contact Guide Qi via customer service.
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