One-day tour to Qinghai Lake and Kumbum Monastery in Xining
Departing from Xining City
Ta'er Monastery
- Visit two major 5A scenic spots - Qinghai Lake and Ta'er Monastery (including admission tickets)
- Exquisite small group tour for 4-9 people, allowing you to stop and go as you please, saving time without spending a long time waiting for people to gather.
- Driver serves as a passionate tour guide, viewing the scenic spots (from inside the vehicle) along the way, such as Mount Laji, Sun and Moon Mountain, Daotang River, and Jin Yin Tan Grassland.
- Classic day trip, no accommodation included, return to Xining on the same day
Good to know
- Bookings require a minimum of two adults. For single adult bookings, please contact customer service for confirmation.
- Travelers aged 60 and above should consult their physician to ensure they are fit for travel at high altitudes. Travelers aged 65 and above must be accompanied by a family member. We do not accept travelers aged 70 and above.
- Due to Qinghai's relatively underdeveloped economy and high altitude, dining and accommodation conditions are not comparable to those in mainland China. The cuisine is also influenced by ethnic minority dietary customs, with a strong Hui flavor. Visitors should try to adapt and respect local customs. Additionally, tourist destinations such as Qinghai Lake may have slightly undercooked rice due to the high altitude, which is normal.
- In Northwestern regions such as Qinghai, Ningxia, and Gansu, there are large Muslim communities, including the Hui, Salar, Dongxiang, and Kazakh people. Islam is prevalent, and visitors should be mindful of local customs and religious beliefs. In most parts of Northwest China, ethnic groups that practice Islam do not eat pork, and this is a taboo that should not be violated.
- No shopping stops are included in the itinerary. Some restaurants and tourist attractions may have shops and shopping areas, but these are not tourist shops arranged by our company. We cannot accept complaints regarding purchases made at these locations. Thank you for your understanding. *塔尔寺 (Ta’er Temple) Tourist Precautions It is forbidden to enter the temple wearing immodest clothing such as mini skirts or shorts. Smoking and drinking are prohibited. It is forbidden to touch or move the Buddha statues, offerings, or ritual implements in the halls. It is forbidden to make noise or cause disturbances during monks’ chanting or debating. It is forbidden to climb on pagodas, step on prayer flags, or burn unclean objects in incense burners. It is forbidden to rotate prayer wheels in the reverse direction. It is forbidden to take photos or videos of monks or pilgrims prostrating or turning prayer wheels. Pets are not allowed inside. It is forbidden to scribble, graffiti, spit, or litter. It is forbidden to discuss topics that are detrimental to ethnic unity or religious harmony.
- This itinerary does not include meals. Meals are at your own expense. Recommended Qinghai snacks: Yogurt, Sweet Fermented Flour Paste, Liangpi (Cold Skin Noodles), Offal Soup, Gougiao Noodle.
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