Xining Highlights 3-Day Private Tour Package

Tour Highlights
• Visit Qinghai Lake, the largest saline lake in China with a surface area of 4,317 km2 (1,667 sq miles)
• Hike the Sun Moon Mountain, the boundary of the Loess Plateau and Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau
• Admire Kumbum Monastery, birth place of Tsongkhapa who founded Gelukpa Sect (Yellow Hat) of Tibetan Buddhism
• Experienced English speaking tour guide
• Overland transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments
• Accommodation at international standard 4-star hotel in Xining

Tour Itinerary at a Glance
• Day 1 Arrival in Xining, Xining Airport/Train Station Pick-up
• Day 2 Qinghai Lake, Sun Moon Mountain, Kumbum Monastery
• Day 3 Departure from Xining, Transfer to Xining Airport/Train Station

Hotels & Meals
• 2 nights of accommodations at 4-star Sanwant Hotel or similar
• Daily hotel breakfast included, lunch & dinner on your own

Tailor This Tour to Meet Your Needs and Requirements
• If you have booked your own hotel, if you want to stay at other hotels or if you want to modify this itinerary, please feel free to contact us by WhatsApp (+86-18309280878), Wechat (+86-18309280878) or email (info@GrandChinaTravel.com), we will create a tailor-made tour for you.

Price Remarks
• Prices are not valid during China's Official Holidays (such as National Day & Chinese New Year Festival etc.).
• Prices are based on sharing in double/twin/triple room at proposed hotels.
• S/S (Single Supplement) fee is charged for staying at single room.
• S/S fee for less than 10 adult travelers: USD ; S/S fee for over 10 adult travelers: USD.

Price Inclusions
• Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast at hotel
• Professional English language speaking private tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle with private experienced driver
• All admission tickets to sightseeing places
• All government taxes

Price Exclusions
• Your personal expenses.
• Tour guide for arrival & departure transfers.
• Lunches & dinners are excluded allowing you flexibility on menu.
• Travel insurance is not included. Please purchase before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Gratuities to guide & driver. They are customary and would be of great encouragement and reward for quality service.

Additional Info
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
• The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions or bad weather.
• The itinerary is flexible; changes can be made upon written request from travelers.
• Advice on Meals: Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations on authentic local food.
• Advice on Meals: Meals (lunch & dinner) are not included in this tour. Feel free to inform your guide if you want to try authentic local food
• IMPORTANT: It is required by the government regulations that travelers must provide their name, gender, nationality, passport number and date of birth to their tour operator upon booking a tour. Failure to do so could result in being denied access or admittance to sites and attractions during sightseeing. When you book this tour, please complete all required fields at checkout. Please bring your passport with you on the tour.

Cancellation Policy
• Cancellations made 31 days or more prior to the scheduled departure date, will receive a 100% refund.
• Cancellations made within 22 - 30 days will incur a 10% fee.
• Cancellations made within 15 - 21 days will incur a 30% fee.
• Cancellations made within 8 - 14 days will incur a 50% fee.
• Cancellations made within 0 - 7 days will not receive a refund.
• After the tour has commenced, there is no refund for canceled services due to non-participation, missed days on tours.
• Cancellation request will be confirmed in 2-5 business days, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.

Why Travelers Have to Choose GoGrandChina Private Tours?
• Choose your most suitable departure time, whether you are an early bird or you prefer sleeping in.
• GoGrandChina private tours are more flexible, allowing you to adjust everything on your trip to your wishes.
• GoGrandChina tour guides will be at your service to make sure you get the most from each destination. They are there for you and are responsible for making your journey special – and your needs always come first.
• GoGrandChina offers comfortable and luxury vehicles with a private & experienced driver who’s always by your side and ready to take you to your next destination.
• No shopping stops & factory visits, no chance of getting ripped off.
• No hidden costs, rest assured that there are no nasty surprises.

Know Before You Go
• Sun Moon Mountain is 3,700 meters (12,139 feet) above sea level, be aware of High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE).
• Warm clothing is recommended for this tour.
• There is no tour guide for arrival & departure transfers.
• Keep your passport on you constantly. It might be needed to buy entrance tickets.
• Meals (lunch & dinner) are not included. Please feel free to ask your guide for recommendations.
• Add us on WeChat (+86-18309280878) or WhatsApp (+86-18309280878) to reach GGC service staff at anytime.
• Before getting to Xining you will receive driver's contact information by WhatsApp, Wechat or email.
• You will be greeted by driver holding GGC welcome sign with your name at the airport or train station arrival hall.

Day 1 Arrival in Xining, Airport/Train Station Pick-up
Meet your driver at Xining airport or train station and transfer to your hotel in a private vehicle. Xining is the capital city of Northwest China's Qinghai province as well as the capital of Amdo area of Tibet. 

Meals Included: No meals
Hotel: 4-star Sanwant Hotel Xining or similar

Day 2 Qinghai Lake, Sun Moon Mountain, Kumbum Monastery
Drive out of Xining to visit Qinghai Lake (151 km). Qinghai Lake is the largest salt water lake in China, its surface at an elevation of about 10,500 feet (3,200 metres) above sea level. The length of the lake approaches 65 miles (105 km) and the width 40 miles (65 km). The greatest known depth is about 125 feet (38 metres). Both Tibetans and Mongolians regard this lake a holy lake. Many Tibetan worshippers can be seen praying along the shore of Qinghai Lake. Later, visit the Sun Moon Mountain, a memorial dedicated to the Tang Dynasty Princess Wencheng, who is credited as one of the people who brought Buddhism to Tibet. Visit the Kumbum Monastery in the afternoon. The Kumbum Monastery which was built in 1560 AD is one of the six most famous Buddhist Monasteries in Tibet. Kumbum in Tibetan means a grand place housing 100,000 Buddha. It was originally built upon the birth place of the founder of the Gelukpa Sect (Yellow Hat) of Tibetan Buddhism, Tsong Khapa. Two of his disciples went on to become famous in the Buddhist world, one becoming Dalai Lama, the other the Panchen Lama.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel
Hotel: 4-star Sanwant Hotel in Xining or similar

Day 3 Departure from Xining, Transfer to Xining Airport or Train Stations
Private transfer (without guide) to Xining airport or railway stations for your departure flight/train. Wish you a pleasant journey and thank you for traveling with GoGrandChina.

Meals Included: Breakfast at hotel

Friendly Tips
• You can fly from Xining to Beijing, Shanghai or Xian
• You can take the overnight train from Xining to Lhasa
• You can take bullet train from Xining to Lanzhou (2 hours), Xian (5 hours
• Please feel free to contact your GGC service staff if you want to book discount flight & train tickets.