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Autumn in Tibet and Xinjiang is a must-see!

First time visiting Tibet and Xinjiang? Don't miss this carefully prepared 8-day itinerary to help you explore both places and enjoy the beautiful scenery! -------- 🚩Route suggestion: 8-day in-depth tour from Tibet to Xinjiang Day 1: Lhasa River -> Gamba La Mountain -> Yamdrok Lake -> Karola Glacier -> Palcho Monastery 🏞️Cross the Lhasa River, climb over Gamba La Mountain, visit the holy Yamdrok Lake, admire the magnificent Karola Glacier, and finally visit Palcho Monastery to experience Tibetan religious culture. Day 2: Tashilhunpo Monastery -> Gyatso La Pass -> Everest Base Camp 🏔️Go on a pilgrimage to Tashilhunpo Monastery, cross Gyatso La Pass, and head straight to Everest Base Camp to admire the world's most spectacular scenery up close. Day 3: Shishapangma -> Peiku Lake 🌄Enjoy the morning light of Shishapangma, then head to Peiku Lake to experience the tranquility and beauty of the plateau lake. Day 4: Mount Kailash -> Lake Manasarovar -> Lake Rakshastal 🙏Circumambulate Mount Kailash, visit the holy Lake Manasarovar, and then head to Lake Rakshastal to experience the unique landscape of two worlds in one lake. Day 5: Mount Kailash -> Ruins of the Guge Kingdom 🏛️Look back at the sacred Mount Kailash, then explore the Ruins of the Guge Kingdom and trace the vicissitudes of history. Day 6: Shiquan River -> Rutog Rock Paintings -> Pangong Tso -> Pangong Lake 🎨Travel along the Shiquan River, admire the primitive art of Rutog Rock Paintings, and then head to Pangong Tso and Pangong Lake to experience the unique charm of the plateau lake. Day 7: Jieshan Daban -> Kangxiwa Martyrs Cemetery 🕊️Cross Jieshan Daban and arrive at Kangxiwa Martyrs Cemetery to pay tribute to the martyrs and remember history. Day 8: K2 -> Kashgar Old Town 🏰Admire the majestic K2, and visit Kashgar Old Town before the end of the trip to experience the rich Western style. -------- **Notes**: 📸 Photo spots: Potala Palace and Yamdrok Lake in Tibet, Tianchi Lake and Kanas Lake in Xinjiang are all beautiful places to take photos! 🛍️ Specialty prices: Compare prices when buying specialties. Tibetan medicine in Tibet and dried fruits in Xinjiang vary greatly in quality and price. ✈️ Airport transportation: Both Lhasa Airport in Tibet and Urumqi Airport in Xinjiang have convenient transportation. Remember to book an airport transfer in advance. 💡 Altitude sickness: Both places are at high altitudes, so prepare common medicines, rest properly, and avoid strenuous exercise. 🍽️ Food safety: When trying local delicacies, choose clean and hygienic restaurants to avoid food poisoning. -------- From Tibet to Xinjiang, the beautiful scenery never stops. For more detailed guides and private tips, remember to follow me and explore the unique Northwest China!🌄👍
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