Private Tour: 4-Night Trip from Lanzhou to Labrang and Xining
Private Tour: 4-Night Trip from Lanzhou to Labrang and Xining
5 Days Starting in Lanzhou, Gansu, China and ending in Xining, Qinghai, China
Visiting: Lanzhou, Linxia, Labrang, Xining
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Tour code:
73493
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
3-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 4-night private tour from Lanzhou to Labrang and Xining, exploring the rich cultural tapestry of China. Begin your journey in Lanzhou, where you'll stroll along the Yellow River and visit the Gansu Museum to see the iconic Galloping Horse statue. Travel to Linxia and take a speedboat across the Yellow River to the Binlin Temple Grottoes, marveling at ancient statues and frescos. In Xiahe, discover the Labrang Monastery, a significant Tibetan Buddhism site. Continue to Xining, stopping at the Longwu Monastery en route. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the Kumbum Monastery, renowned for its impressive Buddha statues and yak butter carvings. Enjoy comfortable accommodations and guided tours throughout this unforgettable cultural experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Lanzhou Arrival Transfer
Location: Lanzhou
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Lanzhou 4-Star Legend Hotel or equivalent
Welcome to Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu Province on the ancient Silk Road. Upon arrival Lanzhou, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the city. Enjoy your free time for the rest of today if you arrive early.
Day 2 : Lanzhou to Binglingsi and Linxia by car
Location: Linxia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Linxia 4-Star Hehuang Hotel or equivalent
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will visit Gansu Provincial Museum firstly, which exhibits the relics and antiques from Silk Road, particularly the Galloping Horse Statue in the museum is a must-see(close on Monday). Afterwards you will take a 2-hour car ride to Linxia where we will take ferry to view the Binglingsi Grottos that was built beside Yellow River, and various Buddha Statues and the scenery around the Grottos are incredible.
Afterwards, you will be transferred to the hotel in Linxia(Labrang).
Day 3 : Linxia to Labrang by car
Location: Labrang
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Labrang 4-Star Civil Aviation Hotel or equivalent
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will walk up to a spot where you can have bird view of the entire monastery, then you will visit Langrang Temple with a local Lama guide. Labrang Monastery is one of the six biggest Tibetan monasteries presenting typical Tibetan Buddhism culture.
Enjoy the free afternoon at the small town.
Day 4 : Labrang to Tongren and Xining
Location: Xining
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-Star Qinghai Hotel or equivalent
Meals Included: Breakfast
Take a long ride toady to Xining. On the way you will see the stunning grassland and many Tibetan villages. Stop in Tongren to visit Rongwo Monastery, a well-known Tibetan temple in Qinghai Province, particulalrly the lunar new year celebration and its Thangka.
Day 5 : Transfer to Xining airport after sightseeing Kumbum Monastery
Location: Xining
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
You will be transferred to visit Kumbum Monastery which is about 25 km from Xining. As birth place of Tsongkhpa who was the founder of Yellow Hat School of Tibetan Buddhism, Kumbum Monastery has impressive Buddha states, yak butter carvings etc. You will stay here for about 2 hours before transferring to Xining airport or Xining railway station where the trip concludes. You can book our another tour to Zhangye.
Note: Please book your flight departing from Xining airport after 3 pm.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation as per itinerary is included.
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees are included in the tour package.
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Meals
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) are included.
What's Not Included
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Dinner and Drinks
Dinner and drinks are not included in the tour package.
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Gratuities
Gratuities are not included and are recommended.
Requirements
PassportPlease Note
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 3 years old
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with private vehicle transfers between destinations, including a scenic speed boat ride across the Liujiaxia Reservoir. Enjoy the convenience of private transportation throughout your journey from Lanzhou to Xining.Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays at 4-star hotels throughout your journey, including the Legend Hotel in Lanzhou, Hehuang Hotel in Linxia, Civil Aviation Hotel in Labrang, and Qinghai Hotel in Xining, ensuring a relaxing and pleasant experience.Check out our Q&As
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What is the significance of the Labrang Monastery visited on this tour?
Labrang Monastery is one of the most important Tibetan Buddhism monasteries outside the Tibetan Autonomous Region. It was founded in 1709 and is a major center for Tibetan Buddhism, with hundreds of lamas studying there.
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What unique experiences are included in the visit to the Kumbum Monastery?
At Kumbum Monastery, you will see impressive Buddha statues and yak butter carvings. It is also the birthplace of Tsongkhpa, the founder of the Yellow Hat School of Tibetan Buddhism.
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What can I expect to see at the Binglingsi Grottos?
The Binglingsi Grottos, located beside the Yellow River, feature various Buddha statues and incredible scenery. They were built beside the river and are known for their historical and cultural significance.
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What is the highlight of the visit to the Gansu Museum?
The highlight of the Gansu Museum visit is the 'Galloping Horse on the Swallow' statue, which is a must-see relic and a symbol of China Tourism.
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What type of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes transport by private vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and personalized travel experience.
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Tipping in China
If you're happy with the services provided then a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. Tipping is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across China and other Asian countries. We recommend that any tips are given to the intended recipient by a member of your group, rather than collected and passed on by the group leader. The following amounts are based on local considerations and feedback from our past travellers: Restaurants: Tipping is not common practice at restaurants in China or Tibet. Tour guides: Throughout your tour you may at times have local guides or national guide. We suggest CNY20-50 per person per day for guides. Porters: In some hotels a porter may offer to carry your bag to your room. We suggest CNY10 per bag for porters. Drivers: You may have a range of drivers on your trip. Some may be with you for a short journey while others may be with you for several days. We would suggest that you tip only those more involved with the group (for example those that help you with your bags etc). CNY10-30 per person per day is generally appropriate.
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Can I travel to China without a visa?
US/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canada citizens(actually most western country citizens) planning to visit China's mainland must apply for an entry visa through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General. ... WithUS/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canadapassport, citizens do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong, but travelers who plan to visit China's mainland while in the region will need a visa to travel from Hong Kong to China. However, some cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing etc. that allow 24-hour/72-hour direct transit in China, also called the 24-hour/72-hour transit without visa, regulates that visa is not required for air, train, and ship passengers transiting in mainland China for a stay of no more than 24 hours/72 hours before heading for a third country or region formost western country citizens.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
All of our tours are planned and operated on a twin-share basis, meaning that the standard cost is based either on individual travellers sharing accommodation with another group member of the same sex, or people who book together sharing accommodation. Silkroadtrips are pleased to offer travellers the option of pre-booking a guaranteed single room. Kindly note our single supplement do not include sharing cabins on the overnight trains or cruises.
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Trains
Aboard the overnight sleeper train, berths are usually in 1st class ‘soft sleeper’ lockable compartments for 4 which have 2 sets of bunks with clean bedding provided. WC and washbasins are provided for shared use at the end of each carriage. Hot meals and snacks are sold to your berth on all overnight journeys. In times of large demand we may have to travel in 2nd class ‘hard sleeper’ which consists of sectioned off compartments for 6,leading off an open plan carriage. Bullet trains are getting popular, it is very modern with a high velocity of 300km per hour. There are western toilets, dinning car on the bullet trains, and normally for short distance running 1—8 hours.
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