Mystical Gannan & Lotus Treasure Mountain 6-Day 5-Night Exploration
Departing from Lanzhou
Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture
Early Bird Offer: Register before May 31st and receive an instant discount of 200 RMB per adult, a complimentary welcome fruit basket, and a bowl of Lanzhou beef noodles per person.
- 🌄【Luxury Hotel Selection】
- Crowne Plaza Lanzhou: Nestled on the banks of the Yellow River, enjoy the city's tranquility.
- Diebu Tiancheng Garna Metok: A spiritual retreat on the plateau, the most beautiful viewing spot in Zhagana.
- 🌿【Special Experiences】:
- Explore the Denisovan hominin site and visit Labrang Monastery, the "World Tibetan Studies Academy."
- Explore Sangke Grassland and experience freedom on horseback.
- Visit Langmusi Monastery and experience the charm of Tibetan culture.
- Explore the sacred mountain Lianbao Yeze and step into the world of The Lord of the Rings.
- Search for black-necked cranes at Flower Lake and witness the spectacle of nine suns setting at the first bend of the Yellow River.
- Explore Zhagana, the "Natural Stone City," and hike the Fairy Beach.
- Traverse the Jiangdie Highway, where picturesque scenery abounds with mountains, forests, and streams.
- 🔶【Service Guide】
- Direct sourcing of local resources for first-hand service and pricing.
- Private customization, one group per order, independent private car, pure play with no shopping, no forced shopping.
- All itinerary arrangements are subject to the departure notice and formal travel contract confirmed by both parties!
What to expect
Travel in Gannan like a local! Whether you want to wander through Zhagana or explore the Bailong River on horseback, this route will take you on a tour of Gannan's unique cultural landscape!
Enjoy a complimentary bowl of beef noodles/person upon arrival, and a serving of seasonal fruits in the car on the first day.
- Day 1: Arrive in Lanzhou (Arrival Day) with complimentary airport pick-up (Today's journey is approximately 70KM/1H).
- Recommended Lanzhou Citywalk: Explore the Yellow River, enjoy Sanpaotai tea, take a ride on a sheepskin raft, and check in at the Provincial Museum.
- Day 2: Lanzhou – Benchi Gou Viewing Platform – Jiangdie Highway – Zhagana (Today's journey is approximately 410KM/6H).
- Visit Liujiaxia to see the confluence of the Yellow and Tao Rivers, and enjoy the "Most Beautiful 100 Kilometers of Gannan" with stops along the way.
- Day 3: Zhagana Morning Glow – Exploration of Xiaoduku [Huahu Lake] – First Bend of the Yellow River (Today's journey is approximately 250KM/4H).
- Explore the "Natural Stone City" of Zhagana, look for black-necked cranes at Huahu Lake, and watch the spectacular view of 9 suns setting at the First Bend of the Yellow River.
- Day 4: Tangke – Lianbao Yeze – Jiuzhi (Today's journey is approximately 240KM/4H).
- Encounter the hidden paradise of Tibetan Sichuan and experience the magical world of the Lord of the Rings.
- Day 5: Jiuzhi – Awancang Wetland – Langmusi (Today's journey is approximately 200KM/3H).
- Follow local horsemen to explore the source of the Bailong River on horseback for about 4 hours, and learn about the daily life of nomads on the plateau.
- Day 6: Langmusi – Labrang Monastery (Thangka Experience) – Disband in Lanzhou (Today's journey is approximately 500KM/6H).
- Step into the "World Tibetan Academy" and experience the ethnic art of Thangka painting.

D1★【Lanzhou Airport/Station】
🔸Experience: Citywalk Lanzhou, check in at the Three Forts, Sheepskin Rafts, and Provincial Museum by the Yellow River, and taste authentic Lanzhou cuisine, such as Lanzhou Ramen, Grey Beans, and Sweet Fermented Rice, etc.
🔸To

D2★【Lanzhou-Zhagana】
🔸Experience: See the "Huangtao Confluence" & "Gannan's Most Beautiful 100 km" in Liujiaxia, stop and walk into God's Garden of Eden Zhagana, and walk to Fairy Beach
🔸Today's reference hotel: Zhagana Tiancheng Ganamiduo B&B/Norzong B&B

After lunch, we continue our journey and drive along the Jiangdie Highway, starting from Zhuoni Zhagulu Town in the north and ending at Diebu Zhagana Village in the south. The entire journey is about 150 kilometers. The scenery along the way is endless. I

Arrive at [Zhagana], this stone city surrounded by mountains, like a dream in the afterglow. Tibetan villages are scattered and the smoke rises, allowing you to immerse yourself in the rustic rural atmosphere. (The tour time is about 3 hours)
After the t

D3★【Zhagana-Huahu-Yellow River Nine Bends First Bend】
🔸Experience: Watch the sunrise in Zhagana, look for black-necked cranes in Huahu, and watch the 9 suns setting in the first bend of the Yellow River🔸
🔸Today's reference hotel: Yuntu Starry Sky Ranch Ho

Arrive at [Zuoergai Flower Lake], which is the habitat of many rare birds, especially black-necked cranes. Stroll along the plank road and enjoy the scenery of the wetland lake. The small flowers in the lake are dotted with stars, and the grasslands are v

Arrive at the [Yellow River Nine Bends First Bend] in the evening, climb the observation deck and wait for the sunset. The Yellow River forms nine continuous S-shaped bends here. At sunset, the sun shines on the river, forming a "9 suns falling to the gro

D4★【Tangke-Lianbaoyezhe-Jiuzhi】
🔸Experience: The mountains here are majestic and majestic, and the lakes are scattered all over the place. You can encounter the secret world of Tibet and western Sichuan, and feel the magical world in the Lord of the Rings

D5★【Jiuzhi-Awancang Wetland-Langmusi】
🔸Experience: Explore the secret Awancang, find the palm prints of the earth & listen to the lama chanting in Langmusi, explore the source of Bailong River on horseback, and learn about the nomadic life on the plateau

After lunch, we arrived at Langmusi, a small town divided into two by the Bailong River, with a temple on each bank. Visit the temple architecture and learn about Tibetan Buddhist culture (tour time is about 1 hour)

Follow the local horse team [horse riding exploration], visit the source of Bailong River, experience the nomadic life on the plateau, and learn about the daily life of herders. (Exploration time is about 5 hours)
After the end, you will be sent to the h

D6★【【Langmusi-Labrang Monastery-Lanzhou Airport Transfer】
🔸Experience: Enter the "World Tibetan Studies Center" and experience the ethnic art painting thangka
After breakfast, depart from the hotel and head to [Labrang Monastery], which is the "World Tib

Pray for blessings by turning the prayer wheel at Labrang Monastery. The long prayer wheel corridor seems to be telling the story of the years. Gently stroke the prayer wheel with both hands, slowly turn it, and feel the power of faith in the humming soun

Participate in the [Thangka Painting Experience], draw Thangka by yourself under the guidance of professional painters, and feel the charm of this national art (experience time is about 1 hour)
After the trip, you will be sent back to Lanzhou, 2-3 hours
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