Hand-drawn Qinghai-Gansu 7-day travel map, guide collection.

💁 Ladies, gather around! If you wish to travel freely in the Northwest, this extremely detailed guide is a must-have. Following this guide can save you 80% of unnecessary hassle, cleverly avoid 90% of tourist traps, and most importantly, save you 70% of expenses, making your trip enjoyable and economical. ————————— 👉 2025 Northwest Scenic Spot Discount Policies (subject to official announcements) 📣 Although there are no large-scale free tickets, many scenic spots in the Northwest have discount policies for specific groups! Remember to check in advance! 👇 ㊙️ Qinghai Scenic Spots: Children under 6 years old, seniors over 60 years old (free admission) ㊙️ Active military personnel, disabled persons (free admission) ㊙️ Some spots offer discounts for students —————————— ✅ Travel Preparation 🌷 Documents: Student ID or other discount certificates 🌷 Electronics: Mobile phone, charger, earphones, power bank, camera, etc. 🌷 Daily necessities: Toiletries, moisturizer, cosmetics, sunscreen, etc. 🌷 Clothing: The temperature is quite suitable 🌞 but the temperature difference between morning and evening is large, so it is recommended to bring a thick coat 🧥 —————————— Qinghai Lake-Dunhuang-Zhangye Water Yadan 7-day loop: Day 1: Xining------Riyue Mountain------Qinghai Lake (Heimahe)------Chaka Salt Lake (overnight) Day 2: Chaka-------Crossing the Qaidam Basin--------Emerald Lake-----Dachaidan (overnight) Day 3: Dachaidan-------U-shaped Road-----Dongtai Jinel Lake------Water Yadan------Dachaidan (overnight) Day 4: Dachaidan ---Heidushan-----Petroleum Town------Dunhuang City (overnight) Day 5: Dunhuang------Mogao Caves (best to buy tickets for around 9 am)--------Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring----—Shazhou Night Market----—Dunhuang City (overnight) Day 6: Dunhuang City-------Passing Jiayuguan-------Zhangye Danxia----—Zhangye (overnight) Day 7: Zhangye------Biandukou------Qilian Mountain Qilian Grassland-------Gangshika Snow Peak (distant view)------—Xining (end) —————————— ✅ Must-visit Scenic Spots in Qinghai and Gansu 💎 Qinghai Lake: The blue lake water reflects the sky, with snow-capped mountains shining in the distance. Stepping into this place feels like entering a fairyland, instantly healing your body and mind with the beauty of nature. 💎 Chaka Salt Lake: Known as the "Mirror of the Sky", the white salt flats stretch endlessly, offering a unique tactile experience. 💎 Water Yadan: The lake surrounds the Yadan landforms, creating a unique water landscape with its strange shapes. 💎 Dunhuang: A treasure trove of ancient Chinese art, preserving numerous exquisite murals and sculptures, showcasing the extraordinary creativity of ancient people. 💎 Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring: A clear oasis in the depths of the desert, resembling a crescent moon lying quietly in the sand sea, exuding a mysterious charm. 💎 Zhangye Danxia: Rocks in red, yellow, orange, and green colors intertwine, as if God accidentally spilled a palette, creating this colorful picture. —————————— ❤️ Tips for Traveling in Qinghai and Gansu 🌟 Shoe choice: Bring a pair of comfortable and fitting sports shoes or flat shoes. There are many hiking opportunities in Northwest travel, and good shoes can make the journey easier. ⭐️ Coping with the weather: The weather in the Northwest is changeable, with unpredictable sun and rain, so remember to bring a sun-rain umbrella. ⭐️ Eye protection: The strong light in deserts, gobi, and salt lakes can be dazzling, so sunglasses can protect your eyes and also add style. ⭐️ Clothing preparation: The temperature difference between day and night in Qinghai is large, with daytime temperatures during the peak travel season ranging from 15-28°C. Bring clothes for all seasons to avoid catching a cold. ——————————