Autumn in Qilian｜4 Days 3 Nights Chasing the Wind, Watching Clouds, Exploring Grasslands, and Experiencing Tibetan Culture

Day 1: Xining → Qilian County 📍About 5 hours by car, recommended to charter a car or self-drive 🔸Depart in the morning, passing by Heiquan Reservoir Golden, endless poplar forests perfect for photos📸 ✨Tips: Few restrooms along the way, drink less water 🔸Arrive in Qilian County by evening Stay at "Qilian Old Longshu Family" homestay 📍Address: Babao Town, Qilian County, Haibei Prefecture, Qinghai Province 🏡Feature: Experience milking yaks🥛 And herd sheep back to the pen with local herder kids~ 🏔Day 2: Light Hiking at Zhuo'er Mountain 📍Opening hours: 8:00-18:00 💰Ticket: 80 RMB/person 🔸Morning check-in at Zhuo'er Mountain Easy hike on wooden boardwalks👟 Collect pine cones and learn about sea buckthorn berries🌰 🔸Afternoon mushroom picking with herders 📌Note: Must be guided by locals! Enjoy fresh yellow mushroom chicken soup at night🍲 🌌Day 3: Ice Gully River Stroll 📍Water pavilion open for free 🔸Autumn exclusive scenery: Golden forest reflected on the water💫 Fun DIY fallen leaf collages🍂 🔸Overnight at the starry sky camp Big Dipper clearly visible🔭 Bring a star pointer pen to find constellations~ 🙏Day 4: Tibetan Farewell Ceremony 🔸After breakfast, participate in a blessing activity 🎁Receive a small prayer wheel souvenir Depart around 11 AM to return to Xining 🔥Must-try Food List: 1️⃣ Earth Pot Hotpot: 4-hour slow-cooked lamb broth Recommended at "Babao River Family" 2️⃣ Hand-grabbed Lamb: Best for autumn nourishment! No gamey taste 3️⃣ Yak Beef Jerky: The more you chew, the more flavorful 4️⃣ Bone-strengthening Soup: Morning market exclusive! Remember to add handmade noodles 🏠Accommodation Recommendations: 1️⃣ Old Longshu Family: Immersive ranch experience 2️⃣ Wukuang International Trade Hotel: Family-friendly 📍Address: No. 26 Babao West Road, Qilian County ⚠️Important Tips: 1️⃣ Altitude 3200+ meters, prepare oxygen bottles 2️⃣ Large temperature difference! Bring enough warm clothes 3️⃣ Strong UV rays❗Make sure to apply sunscreen adequately