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6-Day Itinerary for Chaka Salt Lake and More! You Won't Be Disappointed!

First time visiting Chaka Salt Lake? Check out this super useful 6-day itinerary to make your trip even more exciting! -------- 🚩Itinerary: Day 1: Depart from your hometown 🛫 - Arrive in Xining and get ready to start your trip to Qinghai! Day 2: Visit Riyue Mountain 🏔️ - Stroll around Chaka Salt Lake 🌊 and enjoy the magical beauty of the mirror of the sky. Day 3: Drive along the Chinese Route 66 🛣️ - Immerse yourself in the blue and green dream of Dongtai Jinel Lake 💙 - Explore the unique landforms of Wusute Water Yadan Geological Park 🏜️ - Admire the vast and magnificent Yadan landform. Day 4: Admire the magnificent scenery of Dachaidan Emerald Lake Scenic Area 💚 - Experience the endless salt sea and magical scenery of Chaka Salt Lake 🌈. Day 5: Tour around Qinghai Lake 🌊 - Experience the vastness and natural beauty of Jinyintan Grassland 🌾. Day 6: Transfer to Xining Airport 🛬 - Return to your hometown 🏠 with beautiful memories. -------- Recommended attractions: Chaka Salt Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 9, Yanhu Road, Chaka Town, Wulan County, Haixi Prefecture Opening hours: Oct 30, 2024–Apr 30, 2025, 8:15 am–7:30 pm Recommended visit time: 2–4 hours The salt is as white as snow. Here you can see a pure mirror-like lake reflecting the beautiful sky. Qinghai Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: North of National Highway 109, Gangcha County, Haibei Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Opening hours: Open all day Recommended visit time: 1 day The vast grassland and the blue lake complement each other. This is the source of the sacred lake, where you can enjoy the beauty of nature. Wusute Water Yadan Geological Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: No. 2, Xitai, Dachaidan Administrative Committee, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture (National Highway 315) Opening hours: 8:30 am–6:00 pm Recommended visit time: 1 day The water Yadan landform is unique, and the scenery at sunrise and sunset is like a dream, bringing you a mysterious and magical experience. Chaka Salt Lake ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Address: Northwest of Jieyuan Gas Station, Golmud City, Haixi Mongolian and Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, Fantasy Salt Lake Scenic Area Tourist Service Center Opening hours: 8:30 am–7:00 pm Recommended visit time: 2–3 hours This is a great place to enjoy the scenery of the salt lake and take photos. The scenery of the Salt Bridge is breathtaking. -------- Tips: - Specialty prices 🏷️: The lake salt of Chaka is very famous and affordable, making it a great choice to take home or give as a gift. - Photo spots 📸: The sunrise and sunset at the salt lake are stunning, so don't miss these two golden shooting times! - January weather ❄️: Although it is cold in winter, the scenery of the salt lake is still amazing. Remember to wear more clothes to keep warm. -------- Come and discover the beauty of Chaka Salt Lake! Explore more secrets of the salt lake in our travel guide. Check it out now!
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