Best Classic Xining Tours: 1 to 5 Days Classic Itineraries
From the golden hues of rapeseed flowers in Qinghai Lake and the shimmering blue of the Chaka Lake to the spiritual enlightenment at the timeless Ta’er Monastery, Xining is a land of beautiful nature and thousand-year-old traditions.
For those looking for the best places to spend summer vacation in China? Xining, the gateway of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with cool weather and stunning landscapes, must be at the top of the list of recommendations. What are the best tours in Xining? You will get well inspired by the Xining Qinghai tour itineraries crafted by travel specialists of China Xian tour.
From the expansive Qinghai Lake to the mirrored Chaka Lake, from the undulating mountains to the revered Tibetan monasteries and mosques, from the verdant grasslands to the white tents of herdsmen, these private classic Xining tours include a comfortable transfer and professional local guides to help you see all the sights of Xining and other parts of Qinghai. Your trip to Northwestern China will be a real adventure rather than a “touristy” one!
Best Highlights to Experience on a Classic Xining Tour
Natural Gems
- Qinghai Lake: The largest saltwater lake and one of the most beautiful lakes in China; Enjoy cycling, hiking, boat rides, or simply watching the sunrise and sunset by the lake.
- Chaka Salt Lake: hailed as the “Mirror of the Sky”
- Riyue Mountain: An important natural pass along the ancient Silk Road
Cultural Heritage & Religious Site
- Kumbum Monastery (Ta’er Monastery): One of the six major monasteries of the Gelug School (Yellow Hat Sect) of Tibetan Buddhism in China, and the birthplace of Master Tsongkhapa.
- Dongguan Mosque: The largest mosque in Xining, and also an important Islamic religious site in the northwest region of China.
- Xining Museum and Qinghai Provincial Museum: Displaying the history of multiple ethnic groups in Qinghai, the culture of the Silk Road, and the ecological conditions of the plateau.
Top 6 Xining Tour Packages
On a tailor-made trip to Xining, Qinghai with China Xian Tour, you’ll explore the region’s best highlights with local insiders. Travel with your private guide and driver to the vast shores of Qinghai Lake, the sacred Ta’er Monastery, and the mirror-like Chaka Salt Lake. This journey immerses you in Silk Road history while offering breathtaking views of the unique Qinghai-Tibet Plateau landscapes.
Looking for the best Qinghai tour but with limited time? Located in the eastern part of Qinghai Province, Xining is the only place to pass through the southern route of the ancient “Silk Road” and the “Tangbo Road”.
Xining has a long history and culture, unique natural resources, and colorful folk customs. It is a bright pearl on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. This 3-day private tour will bring you the best memories in Xining and Qinghai!
This 4-day Xining tour package provides you with an amazing adventure to Qinghai province, an important part of the China Silk Road. The tourist sites you are going to visit will vividly introduce you to the local Muslim…
Take the private one-day Xining tour to explore some highlighted places in the downtown area. You will visit Ta’er Monastery, Dongguan Mosque, and the local market to feel the special local culture.
Take this 3-day Xining sightseeing tour to explore the best highlights of Xining including Qinghai Lake, Ta’er Monastery, and Qinghai Museum. You will appreciate the natural landscape and experience the unique local culture.
The 5-day tour includes visits to Ta’er Monastery, Qinghai Lake, and Serdzong Monastery. Spending two days exploring Xining city, and on the other days you will drive to enjoy the untroubled country area of Qinghai.
