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Xining

Welcome to Xining, the vibrant capital of Qinghai! Nestled at 2,275 meters, this charming city is a cultural melting pot. Wander through bustling markets, taste yummy Tibetan noodles, and marvel at the stunning Kumbum Monastery. Breathe in the fresh alpine air and let the warm smiles of locals make you feel right at home! Adventure awaits!

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Culture4.3/5

Dongguan Mosque

Located at 31 Dong Guan Da Jie, Dongguan Mosque in Xi Ning Shi is a vibrant gem in Qing Hai Sheng. With its stunning architecture and intricate details, this mosque is a sight to behold! Whether you're exploring the prayer halls or admiring the beautiful courtyards, Dongguan Mosque is a must-visit for anyone seeking a unique cultural experience in China. Let the vibrant atmosphere captivate your senses!

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Mengziyuan Xing. the Bridge Noodles

Eat4/5

Yiranxuan Qinghai Special Food

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Chuanpai Fish Hot Pot

Eat4/5

Northeast Dumpling House

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Liupo Hot Pot Tasty Shashlik

Stays

Stay4.35/5

Holiday Inn Express Xining Railway Station, an IHG Hotel

Stay3.6/5

Jinjiang Inn Select Xining West Wusi Road New Hualian Square

Stay4.5/5

Sofitel Xining

Welcome to Sofitel Xining, located in Chengxi District, Xining! This luxurious haven is the perfect base for your adventurous escapades in China. Immerse yourself in the stunning local culture, indulge in mouthwatering cuisine, and unwind in our opulent rooms with breathtaking views. With our convenient location and exemplary service, prepare for an unforgettable stay in this vibrant city.

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City Garden Chain Hotel Xining Xinqian International Plaza

Stay5/5

Hampton by Hilton Xining Shangri-la Road

Stay5/5

Xining Hotel

Welcome to Xining Hotel, located in the heart of Xi Ning Shi! Our vibrant and cozy hotel offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With its lively atmosphere and friendly staff, you'll feel right at home. Explore the rich culture of Qing Hai Sheng and indulge in delicious local cuisine. Book your stay now and let the adventures begin! Postal Code: 810099.

Stay3.9/5

Wanda Realm Xining

Welcome to Wanda Realm Xining, where adventure meets comfort! Situated at 76 Building, Xichuan South Road, Xi Ning Shi, Cheng Xi Qu, this hotel is a haven for explorers. With its ideal location, you'll have easy access to local attractions. Whether you're here for business or pleasure, Wanda Realm Xining guarantees a memorable stay. Postal code: 810000.

Stay3.8/5

San Yu Hotel - Xining

Things To Do
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Private Day Tour to Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake from Xining

Qinghai Lake is the biggest inland lake in China, and the amazing Chaka Salt Lake looks like a mirror in the sunshine. Both are famous in Qinghai Province in China. This private day tour will let you pick you up at 8:30am from your centrally located Xining hotel, then take 2-hour car ride along the Qinghai-Tibet express highway to Qinghai Lake. You will be impressed by the huge lake, and grassland with Tibetan yurts beside the lake. Afterwards you will take another 2-hour car ride to Chaka Salt Lake where you will enjoy the fantastic mirror-like water view. Afterwards you will take 4-hour car ride back to your Xining hotel where the tour concludes. Please note this is a very long day tour.

$299.00

Private Xining Day Trip to Qinghai Lake with Flexible Departure Time

Start an exclusive one-day trip from Xining and enjoy the stunning beauty of Qinghai Lake. Pick a departure time that suits you, meet your English-speaking local guide, and travel to the lake in a private car. Once there, explore Qinghai Lake at your own pace, learn about its history and local culture, and admire the amazing scenery. You can also choose to ride a horse along the shore or take a boat on the lake for a unique view. This private tour includes an English guide, private vehicle, and entrance fees, ensuring a worry-free experience.

$186.00

2 h

Romantic Tour in Xining

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the local professional guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Qinghai Lake is the highest salt lake in the world and China’s largest lake. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. Where is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you take lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories there are hidden in the streets, buildings, and parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What legend lies in the lovely and majestic Mount Laoye? What was so tragic about the love story between a pair of famous lovers- Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai? A tour especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

$482.33

4.8/5

8 h

Private Full-day Xining City Tour with Lunch

Xining is the capital of Qinghai Province where you catch train to Lhasa. This day tour offers you an opportunity to visit the Kumbum Monastery, an establishment of Tibetan Buddhism in Qinghai, the Dongguan Mosque with the local market, and Tibetan Medicine Culture Museum etc.

$189.00

2 h

The Best of Xining Walking Tour

Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Xining is a high-altitude city home to several kinds of cultures. It is well known for its beautiful religious centers, including mosques and Tibetan Buddhist temples. What does the Pearl of the Plateau tower symbolize? You will be surprised how many stories lie hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Xining. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. It is perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

$482.33

5/5

312 h

13 Days Silk Road Group Tour: Xinjiang, Gansu, Qinghai

Embark on a 13-day Silk Road group tour through Xinjiang, Gansu, and Qinghai, exploring timeless wonders like Kashgar’s bustling Sunday Bazaar and Idigar Mosque, marveling at natural spectacles such as Karakul Lake’s turquoise waters and Zhangye Danxia’s rainbow-hued peaks, delving into historical treasures like Dunhuang’s Mogao Grottoes and Jiayuguan Pass, the western end of the Ming Great Wall, and immersing in local cultures from Turpan’s ancient Karez Well irrigation system to Ta’er Monastery’s intricate butter sculptures. The highlights include a camel ride at Echoing Sand Mountain, a stroll through Urumqi’s International Bazaar, and a scenic drive along the China-Pakistan Highway through the Pamirs Plateau. * Private Transporation with good AC * Professional and friendly English Speaking Guide Service * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online.

$2,980.00

144 h

6-Days Private Tour in Xining, Zhangye, Jiayuguan and Dunhuang

Explore West China with an informative guide on an 6-day tour that starts from Xining to Zhangye, Jiayuguan and ends in Dunhuang. Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the Ta'er Monastery, Mati Temple, Jiayuguan Pass, Xuanbi Great Wall, Mogao Grottoes, Yumen Pass and Great Wall at Han Dynasty, You’ll discover other renowned nature attractions: Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, Zhangye Danxia Geopark, Yadan Geopark, Echoing-Sand Mountain and Crescent Moon Pool. Tour including English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, breakfast ,lunches and local 4 star accommodation.

$1,598.00

Private Day Tour to Zhangye Danxia Geopark from Xining

Zhangye Danxia Geopark is a very popular attraction recently due to its unique landform and fresh colors. This private day tour will let you explore both Rainbow Danxia and Binggou Danxia from Xining by round-way bullet train. Pickup from your centrally located Xining hotel is at 7:30am. Chinese lunch is included.

$275.90

5/5

9 h

One day Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Tour with Impression Lijiang show

This one day tour ,you`ll visit the Jade Dragon Snow mountain in Lijiang ,which is the holy mountain in the heart of Naxi people.You`ll take the cable car and reach the Spruce Meadow , visit Blue Moon Valley, watch the Impression Lijiang Show,and visit Baisha Murals.Includes hotel transfer service ,lunch ,entrance ticket, show ticket ,guide,car with driver.

$246.00

5/5

72 h

Three-day private tour to Jiuzhaigou by high-speed rail

For an unforgettable 3-day journey into China’s most stunning natural wonders — hassle-free by bullet train! Starting from Chengdu, it takes only two hours of fast driving to avoid the fatigue of long-distance bus tours. The vehicle is equipped with on-board WiFi, allowing you to surf the Internet anytime and anywhere. Moreover, high-value insurance specially for foreign guests is provided as a gift, making your trip more reassuring.

$296.00

2 h 30 mins

Chengdu Food Tour By Tuktuk In The Evening

Hop on the Tuktuk, led by a local experience foodie tour guide, go through alleys & streets to look for the "hidden" but "well know" places (by locals) in the alley & neighborhood, taste the most popular mouth-watering delicious dishes and snacks in this evening. It's not only food, but more stories behind it. Stories about the local's childhood, lives and customs in this city, Chengdu present and past. Visiting family-owned restaurants and even the street snack vendors are an excellent way to find out the secret of this food paradise city. Be among the locals, get a better understanding of why Chengdu is so-called "the Land of Abundance".

$75.00

72 h

3-Day Private Golden Triangle Tour: Shanghai, Beijing and Xi'an from Chengdu

Experience China's Golden Triangle on this private 3-day tour of Shanghai, Beijing and Xi'an from Chengdu by plane. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage sites: Terra-cotta Army, the Great Wall of China and the Forbidden City. Explore key Shanghai highlights, stroll around Tian'anmen Square, see Beijing Olympic Stadium, climb up to Xi'an City Wall and check out the local muslim quarter. Your friendly and knowledgeable private guide will give you a comprehensive history class about the attractions. Tour including plane tickets, entrance fee, lunch, English speaking tour guide and private vehicle, you can choose to end your tour in Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai or return Chengdu. Tour includes the option to book 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.

$1,413.34

5/5

Jade Dragon Snow Mountain Glacier + Spruce Cableway

Foreign managed Tour Operator providing Private Tours specifically for Foreigners Only Our Tours Are Personally Managed — From Booking to Trip Completion Immediate Response — We contact you right after booking to start planning your trip (please ensure that your mobile number is reachable on WhatsApp/WeChat) Dedicated Consultant — A personal travel expert handles your trip planning. You'll have someone to reach via instant messaging to prepare your itinerary and answer questions Real-Time Support — Enjoy the flexibility of a self-guided tour at your own pace with our online helpdesk providing real-time monitoring and support — so you're never alone Book now and experience the difference in our service. Free Cancellation at least 1 day before the tour date if you are not satisfied.

$60.10

144 h

6 Days Silk Road Journey from Lake Kokonor to Dunhuang Wonders

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day journey along the legendary Silk Road, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes come alive. Marvel at the serene blue waters of Lake Kokonor and explore Tibetan traditions along its shores. Walk through awe-inspiring grottoes at Mati Temple and the Mogao Caves, and witness the colorful, otherworldly formations of Zhangye Danxia Geopark. Experience the grandeur of Jiayuguan Fortress and the western reaches of the Great Wall, ride camels across the golden Mingsha Sand Dunes, and stroll through Dunhuang’s lively night market. With private transportation, expert guidance, and all major entrance fees included, this immersive adventure offers a seamless, once-in-a-lifetime Silk Road experience.

$2,160.00

240 h

10 Day Yunnan Discovery Gorges Glaciers Volcanoes and Heritage

This is not a checklist tour. It’s an unhurried exploration of China’s most dramatic natural forces—gorges carved by rivers, lakes shaped by glaciers, and volcanoes steaming beside hot springs—woven seamlessly with the soul of its ancient cultures. Walk centuries-old caravan trails in western Yunnan, feel the quiet spirituality of Tibetan towns, and witness how diverse ethnic groups have thrived together on this frontier. In Chengdu, come face-to-face with playful pandas, lose yourself in the smoky warmth of a teahouse, and marvel at the vibrant drama of Sichuan opera and the intricate threads of Shu brocade. Designed for travelers who seek depth over speed, this 10-day journey offers comfort without sacrificing authenticity. It’s a chance to disconnect from the noise and reconnect with the world, nature, and yourself—one quiet, powerful moment at a time. (We also offer Tiger Leaping Gorge Day Trail, and 2-day Haba Snow Mountain & Black Lake hiking tour)

$299.00

4.5/5

Huanglong Scenic Spot Ticket Booking - With Cable Car Option

The Huanglong Scenic Area has two daily entry time slots: a morning session and an afternoon session. Opening Hours Jun 01 - Dec 15: 8:00-18:00; Last entry: 16:00 Dec 16 - May 31: 8:00-17:30; Last entry: 15:30 How to Use: 1. Main Entrance: Standard Tickets (Adults & Youths): Present your passport at the entrance. Seniors (60+): Present your passport at the Ticket Counter to exchange for a complimentary admission ticket firstly. 2. Cable Car Ticket: If you have booked the cable car, please take the shuttle bus from the entrance to the waiting area. Near the boarding point, you will find a ticket collection point where you can present your passport to the on-site staff for a paper ticket. 3. Inside Golf Car: If you have booked the Golf Car, please present your passport directly to the staff for validation. A paper ticket is not required. 4. Entrance Ticket Only: The "Entrance Ticket Only" (for the hiking route) does not include the cable car or any other internal transportation.

$16.00

Private Day Trip to Ta’er Monastery and Lake Kokonor

Discover the spiritual and natural treasures of Qinghai on this private day trip from Xining. Begin at Ta’er Monastery, one of Tibetan Buddhism’s most important sites, where you can admire colorful murals, golden temples, and sacred rituals, and learn about centuries of Buddhist culture from your professional English-speaking guide. Next, travel to Lake Kokonor (Qinghai Lake), China’s largest inland saltwater lake, famous for its turquoise waters, rolling grasslands, and seasonal wildlife. Enjoy scenic walks along the lakeshore, and experience the serene beauty of the Tibetan plateau. With its combination of cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes, this day trip offers an unforgettable glimpse of Qinghai—perfect for travelers seeking authentic experiences and stunning scenery.

$266.00

5/5

Sanxingdui Museum Ticket Booking

Skip the Stress - We handle the competitive ticket booking so you don’t have to fight for slots or face "sold out" surprises. Easy Access - Our e-tickets offer a hassle-free and direct entry, just simply show your passport at the entrance. Just book with us with your desired dates, we’ll handle the rest while you focus on the 3,000-year-old mysteries!

$18.90

5/5

Explore Jiuzhaigou Private Day Tour via HSR from Chengdu

A private tour to Jiuzhaigou from Chengdu via high-speed train offers a unique way to explore this stunning national park. With a professional guide by your side, you can customize your itinerary to focus on the attractions that interest you most, allowing you to explore the breathtaking scenery, colorful lakes, and rich biodiversity at your own pace. This tour is perfect for those looking for a personalized travel experience in a private group setting. - Enjoy a personalized experience with a professional tour guide - Customize your itinerary to explore Jiuzhaigou according to your interests - Travel from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou by high-speed train for efficiency and comfort - Ideal for travelers seeking an exclusive and flexible adventure

$80.14

72 h

All Inclusive 3-Day Private Tour of Xi'an and Beijing from Guangzhou with Hotel

If you’ve got limited time in China, don’t waste a second on this 3-day private tour of Xi’an and Beijing from Guangzhou by plane. Take an in-depth tour of the UNESCO site of The Terracotta Army; Go up to the Xi'an City Wall to enjoy amazing view of the city. Stroll around the Muslim Quarter and try their delicious snacks. Marvel at China's Capital city-Beijing's incredible attractions: the Great Wall at Mutianyu, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Summer Palace. Admire the Tian'anmen Square, stroll along the local Hutong allays and enjoy authentic Chinese Lunch. Flexible itinerary of this private tour will let you travel and explore at your own pace and style. Tour including plane tickets, entrance fee, lunch, overnight accommodation, English speaking tour guide and private vehicle, you can choose to end your tour in Beijing, Xi'an or return Guangzhou.