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The 10 Best Historical & Heritage Tours in Qinghai, China
Qinghai (Chinese: 青海; pronounced [tɕʰíŋxài]), formerly known in English as Kokonur, is a province of the People's Republic of China located in the northwest of the country. As one of the largest province-level administrative divisions of China by area, the province is ranked fourth-largest in size, but has the third-smallest population.
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1. Private Full-day Xining City Tour with Lunch
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
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, and the Dongguan Mosque and local market.
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Gratuities
2. Private Tour: 4-Night Trip from Lanzhou to Labrang and Xining
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Kumbum Monastery in Xining and Labrang Monastery in Xiahe are renowned for Tibetan Buddhism. You will visit the attractions from Lanzhou to Xining including Gansu Museum, Bingling Temple Grottos, Labrang Monastery, Dongguan Mosque, and Kumbum Monastery.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary, Local guide, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Dinner and drinks, Gratuities
3. Red Rocks and Monasteries
Overall Ratings
4.8 based on 4 reviews
This trip has it all. We pack in a huge amount of diversity in just 5 days. Camping under the stars on top of a 3,500 meter sandstone cliff. Hiking through a miniature Grand Canyon to the top of a Buddhist hermitage where monks and nuns meditate without speaking for years. And we finish it off with the largest monastery in Qinghai Province, Rebkong Longwu monastery, famous for its hand painted Tibetan Thangkas.
Inclusions: 4 nights accommodation, All taxes, fees and handling charges, National Park fees, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, All activities, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Round-trip shared transfer, Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By Oscar M
Went on our second trip led by Ben Cubbage from Elevated Trips for a good reason, Ben and his crew know their way around western China and they know know to serve their clients well. Our tour guide Sangye was very attentive and informative at every step and every stop along our journey through the Silk Road in Gansu and Qinghai. Ben has lived in western China for over a decade and works with locals to provide authentic experiences. This time around we discovered the holy Qinghai Lake, the rainbow mountains, hanging monastery, hiked snowy mountains, saw the western end of the Great Wall and rode camels on the Gobi desert. Whether you’re looking to explore Tibetan culture, the Silk Road, or you’re a hiking junkie, Elevated Trips is the way to go.
4. Small-Group 6-Night Lhasa to Everest Tour: Train from Xining
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy the experience of visiting Mount Everest. It will be a lifetime memory for you to stay overnight in the Base Camp. And the great sunset and sunrise at the top of the world will ensure you maximum comfort. Xining is considered as the beginning point of Qinghai-Tibet Railway Railway. You will take a train to Lhasa from Xining and witness the most beautiful scenery outside the train window: land of snows, vast desert, boundless grassland, snow-capped mountains and stunning lakes. This tour is highly recommended because tourists have enough time on the train to acclimate the high altitude gradually as the altitude rises, and then tour to EBC.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Tibet Travel Permit and Alien's Travel Permit, Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included), Local Tibetan English-speaking guide, 4 nights 3-star hotel shared with another traveler, 1 night EBC/Rongbuk tent guestroom, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Pickup and drop-off from the train station or airport, Oxygen cylinder in the car (4L or 7L), Liability travel insurance, Drinking water provided during the trip, Handy Tibet Tourism Map, Winter care（from Nov.15 to Feb.15）: Electric blanket to keep warm at Rongpuk Guest House, Train ticket (soft or hard sleeper) from Xining to Lhasa
Exclusions: Single-supplement if you are a single traveller, China visa fees (please make sure you have China L Visa before you reserve this group tour or other types of China Visa with relative certificate., Gratuities, All Lunches and dinners
Reviewed By KodoDrummer
Very nice train-car and seating, on this, the world's highest in elevation railway. Most fantastic are the astonishingly spectacular views.
5. Small-Group 5-Night Lhasa Tour: Train from Chengdu
This 5-Night Lhasa tour by Qinghai Tibetan train from Chengdu covers the highlights of Lhasa City and the most beautiful scenery of Qinghai, and passing by Lanzhou and Xining. You will also be able to visit the fasinating Potala Palace, Jokhang Temple and more. On the full day train journey, you will witness the most beautiful scenery of Qinghai-Tibet Railway: endless land of snows, vast desert, boundless grassland, snow-capped mountains and stunning lakes on the highest Qinghai-Tibet Railway.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Tibet Travel Permit and other necessary travel permits for Tibet (excluding the Chinese visa), 3 nights accommodation in 4-star standard twin room hotel shared with another traveler (If you are a single traveller, you may pay for the single supplement to enjoy double room hotel., Local English-speaking Tibetan tour guide, Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver (gasoline is included), Welcome Dinner, Liability travel insurance, Drinking water provided during the trip, Train ticket (soft or hard sleeper) from Chengdu to Lhasa
Exclusions: Single Supplement if you are a single traveler, China visa fees (please make sure you have China L Visa before you reserve this group tour or other types of China Visa with relative certificate., Lunch and dinner; Tips to tour guide and driver
Reviewed By KodoDrummer
Very nice train-car and seating, on this, the world's highest in elevation railway. Most fantastic are the astonishingly spectacular views.
6. Small-Group 5-Night Lhasa Tour by Train from Shanghai
Shanghai is one of the best inbound cities of China. Take a train from Shanghai to Lhasa and enjoy the special scenery changing from skyscrapers of big cities to the depopulated zone of Tibet Plateau. And the train will take you to Tibet for visiting.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Tibet travel permits and other necessary permits for Tibet, 3 nights accommodation in 4-star standard twin room hotel shared with another traveler (If you are a single traveler, you may pay for the single supplement to enjoy double room hotel., Local English-speaking Tibetan tour guide, Transportation by comfortable van or minibus with experienced local driver in Lhasa, Welcome Dinner, Liability travel insurance, Drinking water provided during the trip, Train ticket (soft or hard sleeper) from Shanghai to Lhasa
Exclusions: Single Supplement if you are a single traveler, China visa fees (please make sure you have China L Visa before you reserve this group tour or other types of China Visa with relative certificate., All Lunches and dinners; Tips to tour guide and driver
Reviewed By KodoDrummer
Very nice train-car and seating, on this, the world's highest in elevation railway. Most fantastic are the astonishingly spectacular views.
7. 5-Day Tour: Tibet Home-stay From Xining
This five-day tour is a true adventure in eastern Amdo, Tibet. Come experience Amdo Tibetan nomad home-stay and venture with hosting families! You will be matched with either a Tibetan nomad or farmer family to fully immerse in Tibetan culture. This unique experience is rarely available in the market. You will visit Chabcha, Mangzong County, Sogwo Grassland, and Rebgong during your trip. Book this family friendly tour for quality Amdo Tibetan nomad home-stay and create precious memories of your own to cherish.
Inclusions: Transportation (Regular car), 2 nights home-stay, 1 night camping near a Tibetan nomad family, Camping equipment, Breakfasts, Tour guide, Pick-up and drop-off service
Exclusions: Train tickets and airfare, Lunch and dinner, Personal expenses, Gratuities
8. 4-Hour Tibetan Medicine Culture Museum Tour with Hiking from Xining
Discover Tibetan culture and medicine by taking a tour of Xining's famous Tibetan Medicine Culture Museum in the company of a knowledgeable guide. Then, enjoy panoramic views of Xining and visit a monastery while hiking in the northern mountains. This versatile 4-hour guided tour includes transportation to and from all attractions.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Excellent driver, Professional tour guide, 40-minute North Mountain hike
Exclusions: Museum entrance fee (RMB$30 to RMB$40 per person), Food and drinks, Personal Expenses, Gratuities
9. Kumbum Monastery Day Tour
Only have one day to explore Xining? Here is a great way to see 2 amazing Buddhist monasteries that are both very close to the capital of Qinghai Province. These monasteries hold so many brilliant colors and so much Tibetan history. See life through the eyes of a monk as you explore these temples and smell the incense rising into the air.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch at mid-day, All activities, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Lunch
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Gratuities for driver and guide (recommended), Visa and passport costs, Flights or trains to and from Xining, Each traveler is required to buy their travel insurance. We recommend World Nomads.
Reviewed By Oscar M
Went on our second trip led by Ben Cubbage from Elevated Trips for a good reason, Ben and his crew know their way around western China and they know know to serve their clients well. Our tour guide Sangye was very attentive and informative at every step and every stop along our journey through the Silk Road in Gansu and Qinghai. Ben has lived in western China for over a decade and works with locals to provide authentic experiences. This time around we discovered the holy Qinghai Lake, the rainbow mountains, hanging monastery, hiked snowy mountains, saw the western end of the Great Wall and rode camels on the Gobi desert. Whether you’re looking to explore Tibetan culture, the Silk Road, or you’re a hiking junkie, Elevated Trips is the way to go.
10. 2-Day Qinghai Lake and Ta'er Monastery Private Trip from Xian by Bullet Train
This 2-day private tour leads you to the amazing sightseeing of the famous Qinghai Lake and Ta'er Monastery in Xining. Experience the speedy bullet train of China for your short excursion from Xi'an. Accompany by your professional private guide to learn the local history. Includes private guide, Enjoy tasty local cuisines and transportation, and accommodation in Xining. this interesting overnight stay trip is perfectly for you.
Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Professional guide, Private transportation in Xi'an, Xining city, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), 1 night accommodation in local B&B or Hotel (if all inclusive package is selected), Entry/Admission - Qinghai Lake, Entry/Admission - Ta'er Monastery
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel accommodation (if all inclusive package is selected)
Reviewed By joernb2016
This was one of the highlights of our trip. The size of the exhibition is mind blowing. But with our very knowledgeable and wonderful guide Lin, it was a perfect way for us to experience this wonderful historical site. She made it very easy for us to get around, understand all the detail and background and really enjoy it to the fullest. Also the after the tour following lunch was very entertaining and delicious. Thank you, Lin!
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