Day 1: USA – Guangzhou
Board your transpacific flight.

Day 2: En Route

Day 3: Guangzhou
Guangzhou, the southern gateway to China. Guangzhou was the first Chinese cities opened to international trade. Take a city tour and enjoy some leisure time. Stay overnight in Guangzhou. Schedule of city tour is subject to change according to flight schedule. (B/L/D)

Day 4: Guangzhou - Xining
Fly to Xining, the capitol of Qinghai Province. It has been central China’s gateway to Tibet since ancient times. It is also the area where the Yangtze and Yellow Rivers originate. You’ll see majestic temples and golden altars. Marvel at the jeweled pagodas of a mosque and visit the Taer Monastery. Stay two nights in Xining. (B/L/D)

Day 5: Xining (Qinghai Lake)
Today you will enjoy the breath-taking beauty of the Qinghai Lake. 2,000 feet above sea level, it is China’s largest salt water lake. You will never forget the turquoise blue water, the jade-green pastures and the clear azure sky with Tibetan tents, the black yaks, the yellow blooms, and the colorful Tibetan costumes – what a splendid culture! Continue your city tour of Xining. Experience the unique flavor of this border city, where many different ethnic, cultural, and religious groups live in peace and harmony. You could see followers of Islam, Lamaism, and Christianity all in this one city, and each brings its distinctive contributions to make your visit truly memorable. (B/L/D)

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