Banwei Retreat: Niche Northwest Loop with Forest Camp Stay

Stop following the crowds! Say no to the usual tourist-packed routes! Today, we recommend a luxurious, less-traveled route in Northwest China, perfect for avoiding the peak season crowds❗️ Wake up naturally each day and explore hidden gems like the heavenly Qilian Zhuoer Mountain🏔, Arou Grand Temple, Binggou Forest🌲, and popular spots like Qinghai Lake, Chaka Salt Lake, and the Qilian Mountain grasslands! You can even stay in a stargazing bubble house at Chaka Salt Lake and a forest camp at the foot of a snow-capped mountain, a comparable experience to visiting Xinjiang😍 - 🎯Our 5-Day Northwest Roaming Itinerary ✅D1: Departure City—Xining—Xining Free Exploration 🔹After checking in to the Hilton Hotel in Xining, explore Xining at your own pace, visiting Ta'er Temple, Dongguan Mosque... In the evening, head to Mojia Street Night Market for local delicacies like roasted lamb ribs, niangpi, and sweet embryo. ✅D2: Xining—Jinsha Bay—Qinghai Lake South Mountain·Horse Riding—Chaka Town 🔹Visit Jinsha Bay to see the golden desert meet the azure lake, ride a camel, or hop on a sand motorcycle for an adrenaline rush. 🔹Arrive at South Mountain, gear up, and learn horseback riding with a professional instructor🏇. Gallop from the foot of the mountain to the hillside, taking in the panoramic view of Qinghai Lake. 🔹In the evening, check in to a Chaka Salt Lake bubble house for a 360° view of the "Sky Mirror." ✅D3: Chaka Salt Lake—Grassland Carnival—Cliff—West Lake Road 🔹Wander through the "Sky Mirror," immerse yourself in the world of salt, and enjoy a Qingyan salt ice cream🍨. 🔹Experience a grassland carnival at a Tibetan pasture on West Lake Road. Dress in Tibetan clothing, hang prayer flags, grind highland barley🌾, make tsampa... Immerse yourself in the local life and enjoy a Tibetan afternoon tea. 🔹Explore the little-known cliffs of Qinghai Lake. ✅D4: Qinghai Lake Sunrise—Grassland Highway—Binggou Forest—Zhuoer Mountain—Qilian County 🔹Wake up early at the Sapphire Grand Hotel by Qinghai Lake and await the sunrise. 🔹Travel along the less-traveled grassland highway, enjoying the blue sky, white clouds☁️, rivers, and grasslands. 🔹Head to the hidden Binggou Forest in Qilian, a real-life Emerald City. 🔹Climb Zhuoer Mountain🏔. In the evening, enjoy a ceremonial outdoor dinner at the foot of the snow-capped mountain, chat with locals, and enjoy a relaxing moment. ✅D5: Arou Grand Temple—Qilian Mountain Grassland—Menyuan Rape Flower Fields—Xining 🔹Visit the serene Arou Grand Temple, filled with the sound of chanting, and witness devout faith. 🔹Roam the Qilian Mountain grasslands and admire the Menyuan rape flowers. - 🏨Luxurious Scenic Hotels The luxury camp in Binggou Forest is surrounded by pristine forest🌲, with snow-capped mountains visible year-round and clear springs flowing by. Enjoy Xinjiang-like scenery without leaving your accommodation. Each room is like a bubble perched above Chaka Salt Lake, offering a 360° immersive view of the lake✨. Lie in bed, count the stars, and watch the sunrise over Chaka Salt Lake.