Wild in Gannan | Gannan and Northern Sichuan 5-Day Tour

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  • Essential Scenery: Stroll through Sangke Grassland, check in at the fairyland Zhagana, and the internet-famous Ganjia Secret Realm in Western Sichuan.
  • Tracing the Origin of Buddhism: Explore Labrang Monastery of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, Langmusi, a sacred site of Tibetan Buddhism, and Milarepa Buddha Pavilion, an ancient Tibetan temple.
  • Pilgrimage Route: Check in on the same Locke Road as travelers, the niche Gannan Xiaoduku Highway, dominating your social circle!
  • Comfortable Journey: Each group is limited to 2-8 people, with experienced drivers leading the way, making small group travel more comfortable!
  • Professional Team: Years of team experience, optimized routes, preferred local resources, thinking of what you think, and reaching what you reach.

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What to expect

📩 Pre-trip Notification

  • Two days before your trip, we will send you a QR code for the WeChat activity group. Both the butler and the driver will join the group to serve you. The driver will contact you again the day before your flight arrives. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

🕗 Meeting Time and Location

  • The itinerary starts and ends in Lanzhou. You can check in at the designated hotel by providing your name. After checking in, you are free to explore on your own.

🌈 Brief Itinerary Introduction

  • Day 1: Full day gathering in Lanzhou, overnight in Lanzhou.
  • Day 2: Lanzhou to the spectacular confluence of the Yellow and Tao Rivers to Milarepa Buddha Pavilion to Meiren Grand Grassland to Prayer Flag Tunnel Crossing, overnight in Hezuo City.
  • Day 3: Jiangdie Highway Crossing (Locke Road) to Zhagana to Xiannvtan light hike, overnight in Zhagana.
  • Day 4: Zhagana sunrise to Ruoergai Flower Lake to Labrang Monastery/Namo Grand Canyon light hike to Sangke Grassland, overnight in Xiahe County.
  • Day 5: Xiahe to Labrang Monastery to Ganjia Secret Realm to Lanzhou dispersal.
  • It is recommended to book trains departing after 8:30 PM and flights departing after 10:30 PM (Lanzhou West Station has intercity trains to Zhongchuan International Airport. Please book tickets for Lanzhou West Station to Zhongchuan Airport East Station, which is very convenient. It is recommended to purchase tickets in advance).

📢 Warm Reminders:

  • 🎒 Luggage Size Recommendation One 22-inch or smaller suitcase + one backpack (oversized luggage may not fit and may affect your and your companions’ pleasant journey).
  • 🧑🏻‍🎓 ID Cards and Relevant Documents Please proactively inform us of any discount-eligible documents when registering and present them during the trip. The difference in group discount tickets will be refunded on site.
  • 🧤 Other Items Please bring sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, emergency medicine, etc. 💎 Travel Methods Two ways to join the tour: 1️⃣ 2-5 person group tour, strong social interaction; 2️⃣ Private independent tour, no strangers, more flexible itinerary time.
Day 1: Today is the gathering time for the event. Everyone will arrive at the designated hotel in Lanzhou from all over the country to check in. Those who check in early can freely visit the Xiguan Mosque, Zhongshan Bridge (the First Bridge over the Yello
Day 1: Today is the gathering time for the event. Everyone arrives at the designated hotel in Lanzhou from all over the country to check in. Those who arrive early can freely visit the Xiguan Mosque, Zhongshan Bridge (the First Bridge over the Yellow Rive
Day 2: Arrive at Liujiaxia Reservoir, also known as "Jiangnan of the Frontier." The Yellow River enters from the northwest and flows through northern Linxia. Most people's impression of the Yellow River is that it's yellow, but here, the Yellow River appe
Day 2: Arrive at Liujiaxia Reservoir, also known as "Jiangnan of the Frontier." When people think of the Yellow River, their impression is mostly of its yellow color, but here, the Yellow River appears blue. The blue Yellow River and the yellow Tao River
Then, proceed to the Milarepa Buddha Pavilion, which was built to commemorate Milarepa.
Then, proceed to the Milarepa Buddha Pavilion, which was built to commemorate Milarepa.
Day 3
Day 3 arrives at [Zhagana], where mountains surround, and four Tibetan villages are quietly enveloped by towering forests.
In the afternoon, we can have free time, or we can go for a light hike along the Grand Canyon together and frolic on the Fairy Beach meadow. Experience this tranquil and beautiful sacred village.
In the afternoon, we can have free time, or we can go for a light hike along the Grand Canyon together and frolic on the Fairy Beach meadow. Experience this tranquil and beautiful sacred village.
Day 4: Arrive at [Huahu Lake], which is like a magnificent and dazzling emerald embedded on the border of northwest Sichuan. It is one of China's three major wetlands, with lush reeds and a clear blue sky reflected on the lake surface. Migratory birds occ
Day 4: Arrive at [Huahu Lake], which is like a magnificent and dazzling emerald embedded on the border of northwest Sichuan. It is one of China's three major wetlands, with lush reeds and a clear blue sky reflected on the lake surface. Migratory birds occ
Upon arrival at Langmusi Town, we first head to [Kirti Monastery], located in Langmusi Town at the junction of Sichuan and Gansu, a world-renowned backpacker's paradise.
Upon arrival at Langmusi Town, we first head to [Kirti Monastery], located in Langmusi Town at the junction of Sichuan and Gansu, a world-renowned backpacker's paradise.
Then proceed to the Namo Grand Canyon, which is hidden in the mountains behind Langmusi Monastery.
Then proceed to the Namo Grand Canyon, which is hidden in the mountains behind Langmusi Monastery.
Day 5: After breakfast, depart by car for Labrang Monastery, the world's Tibetan Buddhist academy.
Day 5: After breakfast, depart by car for Labrang Monastery, the world's Tibetan Buddhist academy.
Afterward, gather and depart for the [Ganja Secret Realm], the most mysterious place in Gannan.
Afterward, gather and depart for the [Ganja Secret Realm], the most mysterious place in Gannan.

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Review for: Small group of 2-8 people

Master Song is reliable, drives smoothly, knows the routes well, has excellent skills, and a great personality. He took good care of us on the trip, never rushed us, and we had a wonderful time.

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