A Journey to Gansu Zhagana

Seven-Day Tour of Zhagana, Gansu✨Explore the Fairyland on Earth Ding dong~ Found another magical place! 🔥 This super detailed seven-day Zhagana travel guide will unlock the breathtaking scenery of this mysterious land for you✨ Quickly save and collect it~ 📖 Itinerary 🚩Day 1: First Impressions of Lanzhou🌆 📍Location: Lanzhou City, Gansu Province 👉Morning: ✈️ Arrive at Lanzhou Zhongchuan Airport → Airport shuttle bus to downtown 💫Ps: The airport is about 75 km from downtown Lanzhou, shuttle bus costs 35 RMB per person 🍜 Lanzhou Beef Noodles check-in: Highly recommend the old brand "Ma Zi Lu"! One sip of the soup will bring your soul back😋 👉Afternoon: 🚶‍♂️ Stroll along the Yellow River Scenic Line 📸 Photo spots: Zhongshan Bridge "The First Bridge over the Yellow River", Baita Mountain Park overlooking the whole city of Lanzhou 🌇 Remember to take beautiful sunset photos in the evening~ 🚩Day 2: Pilgrimage to Labrang Monastery🛕 📍Location: No.1 West Street, Xiahe County, Gannan Prefecture, Gansu Province 💰Ticket: 40 RMB 👉Morning: 🚍 4-hour drive to Xiahe 🏯 Pilgrimage tips: Spin the prayer wheels clockwise! No photography inside the Buddha hall🙅‍♀️ The most stunning is the world's longest prayer corridor with over 1,700 prayer wheels!😱 🚩Day 3: Fun at Sangke Grassland🌱 📍Location: 10 km southwest of Xiahe County Town, Gannan Prefecture 💰Horse riding: 80-120 RMB/hour 🤩 Must-try: Gallop like a child of the grassland Experience archery like a grassland warrior Picnic under the fluffy white clouds☁️ Super healing~ 🚩Day 4: Exploring Langmu Temple🔍 📍Location: Langmu Temple Town, Luqu County, Gannan Prefecture, Gansu Province ⚠️Notes: Please keep solemn when visiting the sky burial platform No hats or photography allowed inside Tibetan Buddhist temples 🚩Day 5: First Encounter with Zhagana😍 📍Location: Yiwa Township, Diebu County, Gannan Prefecture, Gansu Province 🚗 Drive: About 3 hours 🏡 Accommodation: Highly recommend Tibetan-style guesthouses! Around 100 RMB per person 🌄 Recommended photo spots: Fairy Beach panoramic shooting point The smoke curling from Tibetan villages at dusk is stunning! 🚩Day 6: In-depth Tour of Zhagana🚶‍♂️ ⛰️ Hiking routes: Route 1 (Easy): Fairy Beach - One Line Sky Route 2 (Advanced): Grand Canyon Loop 📸 Sunset viewing spot: Dari Viewing Platform 🎒 Essential gear: Windbreaker + hiking shoes 🚩Day 7: Return to Lanzhou🚗 🛒 Souvenir recommendations: 🍖 Yak jerky 🧣 Tibetan scarves 🔮 Turquoise jewelry (remember to bargain) 🚗 Transportation Guide 🚘 For self-driving travelers: 1️⃣ Lanzhou → Hezuo → Zhagana (about 7 hours) 2️⃣ Lanzhou → Linxia → Zhagana (about 6 hours) ⚠️ Tips: Mountain roads have many curves, novice drivers be cautious 🏠 Accommodation Guide 🏨 Recommended in Lanzhou: Atour Hotel (near Zhongshan Bridge) 🏡 Must-stay in Zhagana: ✔️ Yunju Hotel (excellent views) ✔️ Zhaxi Dele Tibetan Family Guesthouse (experience Tibetan life) 🍜 Foodie List 🌟 Must-eat in Lanzhou: Ma Zi Lu Beef Noodles Du Ji Sweet Shop’s Gray Beans Zhengning Road Night Market’s Milk Egg Fermented Rice 🌟 Tibetan Area Delicacies: First taste of butter tea + tsampa Tibetan yogurt (so sour it makes you question life🤣) Hand-grabbed mutton with garlic—fragrant warning! ❗ Essential Tips 1️⃣ Altitude sickness prevention: Drink Rhodiola in advance, don’t show off after arriving on the plateau 2️⃣ Large temperature difference: Bring both down jackets and short sleeves 3️⃣ Eco-friendly travel: Take your trash with you 4️⃣ Sunscreen is a must: The plateau UV rays will teach you a lesson in no time