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Top 5 cultural & heritage things to do in Xining

Heritage walks, museum days, temple complexes, and the kind of guides who explain why a place matters rather than reciting dates. The cultural side of Xining, paced for actual seeing.

  1. 4-night private tour from Xining or Lanzhou to Zhangye, Jiayuguan & Dunhuang, Xining1

    1. 4-night private tour from Xining or Lanzhou to Zhangye, Jiayuguan & Dunhuang

    · 5 days

    This 4-night private tour will let you start either from Lanzhou or Xining by bullet train to Zhangye, then you will visit the attractions from Zhangye to Dunhuang including Mati Temple. Multi-color Danxia Mountain, Jiayuguan Fort, Overhanging Great Wall, and Mogao Caves etc. on the ancient Silk Road.

  2. The Best of Xining Walking Tour, Xining2

    2. The Best of Xining Walking Tour

    · 2 hours

    Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Xining is a high-altitude city home to several kinds of cultures. It is well known for its beautiful religious centers, including mosques and Tibetan Buddhist temples. What does the Pearl of the Plateau tower symbolize? You will be surprised how many stories lie hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Xining. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. It is perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!

  3. Romantic Tour in Xining, Xining3

    3. Romantic Tour in Xining

    · 2 hours

    An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the local professional guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. Qinghai Lake is the highest salt lake in the world and China’s largest lake. You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. Where is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you take lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories there are hidden in the streets, buildings, and parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What legend lies in the lovely and majestic Mount Laoye? What was so tragic about the love story between a pair of famous lovers- Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai? A tour especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

  1. 6 Days Silk Road Journey from Lake Kokonor to Dunhuang Wonders, Xining4

    4. 6 Days Silk Road Journey from Lake Kokonor to Dunhuang Wonders

    · 6 days

    Embark on an unforgettable 6-day journey along the legendary Silk Road, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes come alive. Marvel at the serene blue waters of Lake Kokonor and explore Tibetan traditions along its shores. Walk through awe-inspiring grottoes at Mati Temple and the Mogao Caves, and witness the colorful, otherworldly formations of Zhangye Danxia Geopark. Experience the grandeur of Jiayuguan Fortress and the western reaches of the Great Wall, ride camels across the golden Mingsha Sand Dunes, and stroll through Dunhuang’s lively night market. With private transportation, expert guidance, and all major entrance fees included, this immersive adventure offers a seamless, once-in-a-lifetime Silk Road experience.

  2. Airport transfers: We have a good reputation for providing high quality transfer services from Xining Airport to Xining City!, Xining5

    5. Airport transfers: We have a good reputation for providing high quality transfer services from Xining Airport to Xining City!

    5.0· 2 reviews

    Beijing Fengdu International Travel Company has a 15-year history and offers legally qualified Chinese entry travel products, excellent and competitive services and prices. Welcome to the world of travel – we want you to create a better travel experience. Private one-way transfer between airport and hotel. The most convenient way to access a transfer with a legally qualified vehicle. All prices are included and there is no additional charge. The driver will pick you up at the arrival hall or at the exit of the hotel lobby with your name tab. Enjoy a reliable and hassle-free private airport transfer service • Move from airport to hotel, or move from hotel to airport • All vehicles are legal and insured • Pick-up by private car with air conditioning • Relax as the driver will help you with your luggage • 7 * 24-hour emergency Japanese customer service • Japanese customer assistant can help if trouble occurs from midnight to 12pm • 24 hours free cancellation

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