Maqu County Travel
Maqu County, Gannan, Gansu - the land of the Yellow River First Bend and the hometown of Gesar culture. Enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Yellow River First Bend, visit the Awancang Wetland Nature Reserve, and experience the grassland culture of Gesar Racecourse. The 2-day 1-night itinerary combines natural and cultural experiences.
2-Day 1-Night Grassland Custom Tour in Maqu County
Witness the Yellow River First Bend, explore the wetland secret realm, experience horse racing culture, and feel the charm of the grassland
Arrive in Maqu and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Yellow River First Bend. Visit the Awancang Wetland Nature Reserve in the afternoon.
- Maqu County Town Hotels
- Grassland Tent Hotels
- Tibetan-style Homestays
- Handgrabbed Lamb
- Yak Yogurt
- Butter Tea
- Sun protection and warmth in plateau area
- Wetland environmental protection
- Respect local customs
Visit Gesar Racecourse in the morning to experience grassland culture. Free time in the afternoon to buy special souvenirs and end the trip.
- About 5 km from county town to racecourse
- Recommended to take taxi or walk
- Yellow River First Bend: Free
- Awancang Wetland: 50 CNY
- Racecourse: 30 CNY
- Grassland Horse Riding
- Tibetan Song and Dance Performances
- Folk Custom Photography
Must-Try Foods in Maqu County
Handgrabbed Lamb
A specialty of Maqu, selected from plateau-raised Tibetan sheep, with tender meat and original flavor, it is a top-grade delicacy for Tibetan hospitality.
Yak Yogurt
A plateau specialty dairy product, naturally fermented from yak milk, with a mellow taste and rich nutrition, it is an excellent product to supplement energy.
Butter Tea
A daily drink of Tibetans, boiled with butter, tea leaves and salt, fragrant and delicious, can relieve altitude discomfort.
- June-September: The most beautiful season of grassland
- July-August: Horse Racing Festival held
- September: Charming autumn scenery
- Handgrabbed Lamb
- Yak Yogurt
- Butter Tea
- Highland Barley Wine
- Tickets: About 80 CNY
- Accommodation: 180-300 CNY/night
- Catering: 70-120 CNY/day
- Experience Projects: 100-150 CNY
- Total: 600-900 CNY
- What are the characteristics of Yellow River First Bend? → The Yellow River forms a 433-kilometer big bend here
- What rare animals are there in Awancang Wetland? → Habitat for rare birds such as black-necked cranes
- When is the Horse Racing Festival held? → Held every July-August
- How to deal with altitude sickness? → Avoid strenuous exercise and drink more butter tea