The charm of the Northwest is truly unforgettable. Here is a detailed guide for 7 days and 6 nights.

🤙🤙I started to miss it as soon as the trip ended. The Northwest’s staying power is really strong! Words cannot describe the shock of what I saw with my own eyes. From departure to departure, every moment is unforgettable I thought it was desolate and barren with no grass growing on it. But it has mountains, lakes, Gobi desert, grasslands and snow-capped mountains. There are herds of cattle and sheep and forests of poplar trees. Along the way, I couldn't help but sigh at the vastness of China and the freedom of life... ---------------- 🧳 Baggage preparation Clothing: The temperature difference between morning and night is large, so it is recommended to bring thick coats, sweaters, and scarves. You can wear long-sleeved T-shirts or thin coats during the day. Sun protection: The ultraviolet rays in the northwest are strong, so sunscreen, sunglasses and hats are essential! Others: Moisturizing skin care products (dry northwest), masks (to protect against wind and sand), comfortable sports shoes (suitable for hiking) -------------- ✅My route Day 1: Xining → Riyue Mountain → Qinghai Lake Heimahe Scenic Area → Chaka (stay) Day 2: Chaka→Qarhan Salt Lake→Emerald Lake→Dachaidan (stay overnight) Day 3: Daxiadan → 315 National Highway U-shaped Road → Water Yadan → Eboliang → Lenghu (stay overnight) Day 4: Lenghu → Heidu Mountain → Silk Road Heritage City → Dunhuang (stay) Day 5: Mogao Grottoes → Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake → Dunhuang Day 6: Dunhuang → Son of the Earth → Jiayuguan → Zhangye (overnight) Day 7: Zhangye - Qilian Mountains, Qilian Grassland - Gangshika Snow Peak - Return to Xining - ✅Must-check-in point 1️⃣Dunhuang Here you can get a deeper understanding of the charm of Dunhuang culture. This performance has also been recommended by CCTV. It is the best performance that interprets Dunhuang culture and is well worth seeing. You can also appreciate Cave 285 of Mogao Grottoes, which is a cave not on display to the public. It is really shocking. 2️⃣ Qinghai Lake There are seagulls, horses, and yaks here. A mobile phone really cannot record its beauty. The vast grasslands, endless lakes, and cartoon clouds on the plateau make you marvel at the wonders of nature. 3️⃣ Chaerhan Salt Lake Under the sunlight, it is very clear, as if God had spilled apple juice. It is so pleasing to the eyes and the photo effect is superb. 4️⃣ Yadan on the water In the vast desert, above the sparkling lake, the Yadan landform stands like a mysterious castle. 5️⃣Oboliang The Yadan here is large in scale and well-arranged in structure, and is known as the place on Earth that most resembles Mars. 6️⃣Heidu Mountain If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I really wouldn't believe that there are real ink paintings in the world. It's really shocking. 7️⃣ Mogao Grottoes It is located in Dunhuang, the western end of the Hexi Corridor, and has numerous caves containing countless thousand-year-old cultural relics such as murals and colored sculptures. 8️⃣ Mingsha Mountain Crescent Lake Here there is an endless desert, layers of sand dunes, and a lake that resembles a crescent moon. ----------- ⚠️ Things to note 1. Prevention of altitude sickness: Qinghai Lake, Chaka and other places are over 3,000 meters above sea level, so avoid washing your hair on the first day. 2. Clothing for the climate: The temperature difference between day and night is large, so you need to bring a jacket even in summer; the temperature in Dunhuang is high, so bring sun-protective clothing. The main thing in winter is to keep warm. 3. Sun protection: Ultraviolet rays are strong in winter and summer. 4. Moisturizing: Remember to moisturize when the weather is dry.