A super detailed autumn travel guide to the golden fairy tale world of the Qilian Mountains is here!

Back from the Qilian Mountains, I declare this is the most beautiful fairy tale world in autumn! 🍂✨ The mountain breeze blows, and the golden meadows seem dusted with gold powder, exuding a warm and healing vibe. The layered forests are painted by autumn into a colorful canvas, and the sunlight drapes the ridges like a golden scarf, breathtakingly beautiful! 📸 🌄 Recommended itinerary: ⏰ 7:30 Depart from Xining - 3-hour drive straight to Menyuan Rapeseed Flower Sea 🚗 10:30 Drive to Qilian County - passing through magnificent grassland highways 🍜 12:00 Local lunch - must-try Tibetan yogurt + hand-pulled lamb ⛰️ 14:00 Climb to the top of Zhuo'er Mountain - 360° unbeatable views 🌅 17:00 Wait for sunset at Amindongso Viewing Platform - an incredibly stunning moment 🏨 19:00 Check in at a guesthouse in Qilian County town - experience Tibetan family style 📍 Best photo spots: ✅ Zhuo'er Mountain summit (ticket 60 RMB) ✅ Amindongso Viewing Platform (free) ✅ Babao Riverside Secret Spot 💡 Important tips: 1️⃣ Zhuo'er Mountain peak tickets really! must! be! bought online in advance! (Important, said three times) 2️⃣ There are many guesthouses in Qilian County, comfortable standard rooms cost around 200-400 RMB~ 3️⃣ Self-driving is the most flexible 🚗 The scenery along the way is so beautiful you'll want to stop and take photos constantly! ⚠️ Must know: ◾ The UV rays on the plateau are super strong! Apply enough sunscreen ◾ Temperature swings are like a roller coaster 🎢 Down jackets are a must ◾ Best photo times: 9-11 AM / 4-6 PM ◾ The sunset at Amindongso is a must-see in life! ◾ Tibetan restaurants’ butter tea is heartwarming and helps prevent altitude sickness ☕ 📸 Photo outfit suggestions: 🔸 Red/white colors stand out beautifully on the golden grasslands 🔸 Bring a shawl or scarf for style and warmth 🔸 A wide-angle lens is needed to capture such grandeur My soul is still intoxicated in that golden autumn 🤩 Ladies, let's go! Feel free to leave any questions, this on-site expert will share everything~