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    Three-River-Source National Park in Qinghai is situated on the world’s 'Third Pole,' the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. Here, we will embark on a journey through the Danxia Canyon of the Yellow River, trek amidst interesting rock formations among the bare rocks of the high mountains, and follow the route of King Gesar along the shores of Gyaring and Ngoring Lakes, which are the source of the Yellow River.

    The core of cultural outdoors exploration is venturing into unconventional travel destinations, immersing ourselves both in the local environment and in the local culture. As we follow the Yellow River to its source, we will find ourselves in places where Tibetan culture is preserved in its purest form.

    Duration 8 days

    Type Small-group travel

    Level Level 2

    Theme Habitat & Life, National parks in China

    Group size 8 to 14 people

    Itinerary

    Day 1: Arrive in Maqen

    All day】: Gather on arrival day and proceed to the hotel for check-in

    Night】:Enjoy a delicious dinner and pre-trip meeting. During the evening pre-trip meeting, we will provide information about the trip, as well as advice for first-timers to high altitudes

    Accommodation : 果洛玛央国际酒店 (or similar)

    Meal : (On Own); Supper (Welcome Dinner)

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    Day 2: Maqen - Amne Machin

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (5-6 hours)

    Accommodation : 果洛玛央国际酒店 (or similar)

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch)

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    Day 3: Maqen - Donggecuona - Madoi

    Theme】: The legends and ecological practices of Amne Machin

    Morning】: Visit the King Gesar History Museum to delve into the legendary tales of the local Tibetan hero. Get an overview of the Amne Machin mountains at the Amne Machin Exhibition Center.

    Noon】: Pay respects to Amne Machin through weisang.

    Night】: Arrive in Madoi.

    Note: Today, we will reach an altitude of 4400m, allowing the body to acclimatize gradually.

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (6-7 hours)

    Accommodation : Madoi Yellow River Source Hotel (or similar)

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Feature Lunch)

    Trekking Distance : 3 kilometers

    Trekking Time : 1-2 hours

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    The Yellow River Source Hotel has attentive service, provides additional oxygen supply in its hotel rooms, and can meet all your basic daily needs. The hotel offers a variety of breakfast options, as well as facilities such kettles, humidifiers, refrigerators, safes, etc.

    Day 4: Madoi - Yushu - Nang Qian

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (6-7 hours)

    Accommodation : Shanshui Hotel (or similar)

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Simple Meal)

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    Day 5: Nang Qian - Three-River-Source National Park Lancang River Source Region - Gaersi

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (2.5-3 hours)

    Accommodation : Shanshui Hotel (or similar)

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Camp Meal); Supper

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    Day 6: Nang Qian - LongBao Wetland - qumalai

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (5-6 hours)

    Accommodation : gesar hotel (or similar)

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Simple Meal)

    Trekking Distance : 1 kilometers

    Trekking Time : 2-3 hours

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    Day 7: qumalai - Geermu

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (5-6 hours)

    Accommodation : Atour Hotel (or similar)

    Meal : Breakfast; Lunch (Simple Meal); Supper (Farewell Dinner)

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    Day 8: Geermu; Departure or Extension Program

    Transport : 4 Wheel Drive Vehicle (2.5-3 hours)

    Accommodation : Own arrangement

    Meal : Breakfast

    Dates & Prices

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    Sat. 04/07/2026 Sat. 11/07/2026 $1,864 Enlisting 14 places left Book
    Sat. 18/07/2026 Sat. 25/07/2026 $1,864 Enlisting 14 places left Book
    Sat. 01/08/2026 Sat. 08/08/2026 $1,864 Enlisting 12 places left Book
    Sat. 15/08/2026 Sat. 22/08/2026 $1,864 Enlisting 14 places left Book
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    The price includes

    1. All the accommodation mentioned in the program, including 7night(s) hotel;

    2. All the meals mentioned in the program, including 7breakfast(s), 6lunch(s), 3 dinner(s);

    3. Local service team mentioned in the program;

    4. Natural Highlights mentioned in the program, including ANEMAQEN, Dinvine Lake, Wetlands and sand dunes, Drafting, 隆宝湿地与鸟类, kunlun mountain pass, Kekexili;

    5. Cultural Highlights mentioned in the program, including Divine Mountain Prayer, Ga'er Temple, The Ashoka Tower, yuzhu mountain;

    The price does not include

    1. Transfer to/from City of Arrival or Departure;

    2. Activities not mentioned in the program;

    3. Single supplement;

    4. All drinks, except water and tea provided in some restaurants or hotels;

    5. Personal consumption;

    6. Others items not mentioned in the program, 2 lunch(s), 5 dinner(s), etc;

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