https://nz.trip.com/moments/detail/qinghai-lake-281-133314742?locale=en-NZ
青海环湖国旅China

Finally completed my Northwest Color Palette

The Northwest Color Palette 🎨 feels like a vivid and colorful dream. Finally completed my Northwest Color Palette ✅ The Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop is absolutely stunning 🥰. This route features snow-capped mountains, salt lakes, deserts, grasslands, and the Gobi. Over seven days and six nights, you can experience a variety of breathtaking landscapes, making it perfect for summer travel. The peak season for the Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop is approaching, so we booked a local guide in advance. He was not only handsome and reliable but also an excellent driver. He knew all the best photo spots and local delicacies, so we didn’t have to worry about anything. All we had to do was hop out of the car and take beautiful pictures. Here’s my travel guide to share with everyone: 🧰 Essentials: 🆔 Documents: ID card, student ID, or any other documents that might offer discounts. 🧥 Clothing: The Northwest has significant temperature differences between day and night. During the day, summer clothes are sufficient, but at night, it gets chilly, so bring a windbreaker or a moderately thick jacket. 📱 Electronics: Drone, power bank, headphones 🎧, chargers, etc. 🕶 Others: Sunscreen, sunglasses, sunshade umbrella, travel neck pillow (a must for long car rides to rest comfortably). ⚠️⚠️ Special Notes: 1️⃣ The Qinghai region has many ethnic minorities. Please respect local beliefs and customs. Avoid 🙅‍ touching things randomly or speaking loudly. 2️⃣ The Northwest has large temperature differences between day and night and is located on a plateau. Be sure to bring warm clothing to prevent catching a cold. 3️⃣ Self-driving is not recommended for beginners. The route spans a vast area with complex terrain. We saw multiple instances of tire blowouts along the way. If you’re inexperienced and encounter a blowout in a signal-dead zone, it could be disastrous! Hiring a reliable local guide in advance is much better than driving yourself.
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Jun 26, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Destination

Qinghai Lake

577 attractions | 176 posts
China
Details
Related Trip Moments
Kumbum Monastery

Embrace the Freedom and Romance of Qinghai Lake - Save This Guide!

456Stella~Thompson$
Kumbum Monastery

Highland Secret Realm and Cultural Fusion Journey

N0@h 3dw@rds
Yushe Forest Park

4 Must-Visit Cool Summer Getaways for Family Trips (June-August) 🌞

Scarlett.Rivera.51
Qinghai Lake Heima River

Qinghai Lake West Shore: A Majestic Poem Frozen in Time

Happiness_567_Bell
Chaka Salt Lake

Qinghai Lake Travel Guide

ceraceous_leona
Qinghai Lake

Qinghai Lake | Half Sky, Half Dream

CYRUS LEONARD
Qinghai Lake

Encounter the Hidden Gem of Qinghai Lake: The Ultimate Romance of Gari Monastery

Ella.Ross@67
Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Field

【The Sapphire of the Plateau・Qinghai Lake】

RoamingNomad#22
Qinghai Lake

【Visual Feast】The Blue of Qinghai Lake is Beyond Photoshop! Breathtaking Beauty!

AYN. Nat 3171
Qinghai Lake

Exploring Qinghai Lake, Dancing with Seagulls

Emily Donovan92
Li River Scenic Area

Summer Family Vacation: Must-Visit Cool Summer Getaway Cities

JourneySeeker
Qinghai Lake

Ultimate Guide to Qinghai Lake: 360° Lakeside Secrets & Sky Mirror Photo Tips

Celestialwhispering1