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Klook China Qinghai & Gansu Private Customized Tour (Chaka Salt Lake
Tours • From Lanzhou, Xining, Hohhot

Klook China Qinghai & Gansu Private Customized Tour (Chaka Salt Lake

Private tour
English guided
Private group
Free cancellation
★ 5.0 (10) • 100+ booked
Free
Xining Chaka Salt Lake & Qinghai Lake Multi-Day Small Group Tour
Tours • From Xining

Xining Chaka Salt Lake & Qinghai Lake Multi-Day Small Group Tour

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.7 (11) • 50+ booked
From RM 506.15
20 off
Sale
Qinghai Lake + Chaka Salt Lake 1-Day Tour (Round trip from Xining)
Tours • From Xining

Qinghai Lake + Chaka Salt Lake 1-Day Tour (Round trip from Xining)

Small group
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.7 (6) • 100+ booked
RM 205.75
One-day tour of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Riyue Mountain in Xining
Tours • From Xining

One-day tour of Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and Riyue Mountain in Xining

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 4.6 (11) • 100+ booked
RM 152.85
Xining Chaka Salt Lake, Qinghai Lake & Riyue Mountain Day Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Xining

Xining Chaka Salt Lake, Qinghai Lake & Riyue Mountain Day Tour

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
New Activity
RM 211.65
Qinghai-Gansu Grand Circle Line - 7-Day Private Luxury Tour
Tours • From Xining

Qinghai-Gansu Grand Circle Line - 7-Day Private Luxury Tour

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Private tour
English guided
Private group
From RM 3,464.59
50 off
Sale
Xining Qinghai Lake & Mogao Grottoes Small Group Tour
Tours • From Xining

Xining Qinghai Lake & Mogao Grottoes Small Group Tour

Small group
RM 2,818.99
Xining Kanbula National Forest Park Full-Day Adventure
Tours • From Xining

Xining Kanbula National Forest Park Full-Day Adventure

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Free cancellation
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New Activity
RM 420.35
Qinghai-Gansu Small Loop RV Private 6-Day Tour (Zhangye Danxia + Chaka Salt Lake + Qinghai Lake Cycling + Mati Temple)
From RM 3,422.39
Xining Qinghai Lake & Chaka Salt Lake Full-Day Tour
Klook's choice
Tours • From Xining

Xining Qinghai Lake & Chaka Salt Lake Full-Day Tour

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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
RM 281.90
Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Menyuan Flower Sea 3-Day Lake Tour (Nomadic Experience + 2-10 people mini group + Foreigners optional)
Tours • From Xining

Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Menyuan Flower Sea 3-Day Lake Tour (Nomadic Experience + 2-10 people mini group + Foreigners optional)

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
★ 5.0 (3) • 50+ booked
RM 951.85
Xining Qinghai Lake and Zhangye Danxia 4-Day Private Tour
Tours • From Xining

Xining Qinghai Lake and Zhangye Danxia 4-Day Private Tour

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Private tour
English guided
Private group
Instant confirmation
From RM 1,843.05

Hotels in Xining

BONDING Love Hotel
Hotels • Xining

BONDING Love Hotel

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From RM 127.52
Love Space Theme Hotel (Xining Haihu Tangdao Branch)
Hotels • Xining

Love Space Theme Hotel (Xining Haihu Tangdao Branch)

Instant confirmation
From RM 89.93
Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station
Hotels • Xining

Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station

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RM 232.41
Anning Hotel
Hotels • Xining

Anning Hotel

Instant confirmation
From RM 59.18
Baide Business Hotel (Civic Center)
Hotels • Xining

Baide Business Hotel (Civic Center)

Instant confirmation
From RM 77.50
Xining Kangrong Business Hotel
Hotels • Xining

Xining Kangrong Business Hotel

Instant confirmation
From RM 79.66
RM 80.44
Love Space Theme Hotel
Hotels • Xining

Love Space Theme Hotel

Instant confirmation
From RM 96.01
Sofitel Xining
Hotels • Xining

Sofitel Xining

Instant confirmation
★ 4.5 (50)
From RM 384.70
20 off
Xana Lite Hotel (Xining Xinqian Wangfujing Plaza)
Hotels • Xining

Xana Lite Hotel (Xining Xinqian Wangfujing Plaza)

Instant confirmation
From RM 171.82
Xining Haoli Hotel (Xining Railway Station Branch)
Hotels • Xining

Xining Haoli Hotel (Xining Railway Station Branch)

Instant confirmation
RM 98.72
RM 99.71
Holiday Inn Xining Datong
Hotels • Xining

Holiday Inn Xining Datong

Instant confirmation
From RM 185.75
XiWang Hotel (Xining Xinqian International High-Speed Railway Station)
From RM 217.52

Reviews of Xining activities

Rudy ******
2026-07-13 01:10:53
Fantastic 5.0
good tour guide … she is helpfull and arranged the tour running well. journey is quite long took 10 hours for round trip. views is magnificent worth to see
she ******
2026-06-22 15:02:22
Fantastic 5.0
Driver followed our planned itinerary and brought us to clean rest stops throughout the trip. However, the journey was extremely tiring with long driving hours every day. The driver appeared to be unwell and was coughing throughout the trip, which affected the overall experience. We were also dropped at the wrong hotel on the last day and had to contact the driver to return and pick us up. Overall, the trip was completed as planned but the experience could have been better organised.
Ai *********
2026-07-05 06:13:44
Fantastic 5.0
The place was nice to visit. Chaka late is far from xinjng town best to stay a night at Chaka to relax and enjoy. hotel room was clean and big with humidifier. Outside hotel there are plenty of food n drinks and small supermarket. The food there was mostly lamb and beef for the protein and of course they do have vege. people there are mostly Muslim Chinese. The weather was lovely, a bit dry, remember to bring rich moisturiser. The morning temperatures around 9 degrees. By noon, it was around 18 to 19 degrees. It was a nice place to explore and walk around, especially Lake Chaka. I had a wonderful time there, walking around the lake in those waterproof boots with deposit. hop on and off on the train that bring you round the lake. It was a unique experience. for. communicate chinese with the driver. Experienced driver the ride was smooth and comfortable. we passed by a herd of lambs on the way back. driver used a route that we can view the nice scenery on the way to the Lake.
Hee *******
2026-06-05 15:01:02
Fantastic 5.0
Our guide, Xiao Guan, was easygoing and cheerful, and very talkative. He shared local customs and traditions throughout the journey, making the long drives full of laughter. What was most impressive was his thoughtfulness: before we got out at each attraction, he would provide detailed touring tips in advance. He also flexibly adjusted our itinerary based on the weather and available time. Along the way, he didn't forget to recommend authentic local dishes, and thanks to him, we discovered several small eateries known only to locals. With him, the entire trip was worry-free and enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Xining at a glance

When is the busiest time for Xining activities?

Book earlier for peak months

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
Typical
-100%
-92%
Jan
-96% Quietest
Feb
-90%
Mar
-59%
Apr
+19%
May
-1%
Jun
+87%
Jul
Busiest +140%
Aug
+94%
Sep
-14%
Oct
-83%
Nov
-86%
Dec

Demand peaks in August, when bookings run about 140% above a typical month, while February is far quieter at roughly 96% below a typical month — book early for August and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in February. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Xining cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget. Prices in USD.

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Avg $291 Priciest $639 Cheapest $36
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in November at around USD 36 — roughly 94% below the priciest month in July — so visiting in November can combine lower prices with the quieter February peak shown on demand. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

6 daysLast-minute
19 daysTypical
36 daysEarly

Most travellers from Malaysia book about 19 days ahead, with a last‑minute window of roughly 6 days and early planners booking ~36 days out; during August’s peak consider booking earlier than usual. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Xining

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1MYR = 1.66CNY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Warm weather suitable for exploring cultural and natural attractions.

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Xining

Quick overview of Xining City and what draws visitors

Xining City is a gateway for cultural tours and outdoor experiences, with Tours being the leading category on Klook. Demand has a strong seasonal rhythm, building to a clear summer high and falling back dramatically in the winter months.

Best times to visit and how prices behave through the year

Klook booking data show demand peaks in August and drops to its lowest in February. Prices shift through the year too: past Klook bookings indicate July and September saw some of the highest typical prices, while November typically recorded the lowest prices. For travellers seeking lower prices and smaller crowds, November and the surrounding late-autumn months are usually the better choice; for those who want peak-season atmosphere and the busiest activity options, July–August is the time to go. Note that demand and price don’t move perfectly together here: the main demand peak is in August, while July can be the priciest month based on past Klook bookings.

Tips for travellers from Malaysia planning a trip to Xining City

Most visitors from Malaysia typically book about three weeks ahead, with many locking in plans a month or more in advance for early deals. If you’re flexible and travelling for lower prices, aim for autumn months when both crowds and typical prices fall; if you’re travelling in peak summer, consider booking tours earlier to secure preferred dates. Use Klook to compare typical options and secure bookings with the usual advance window in mind.

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