Secret Realm Xinlong · Heart of Khampa
Xinlong County, Ganzi Prefecture — a secret realm of Khampa culture and a treasure trove of natural scenery. This 2-day 1-night itinerary explores Laramar Grassland, visits the sacred Cuoka Lake, traverses the Yalong River Grand Canyon, and experiences the primitive Khampa culture and magnificent natural scenery of Xinlong County.
2-Day 1-Night Secret Realm Adventure Tour in Xinlong County
Grassland secret realm + sacred lake sightseeing + canyon adventure, experience the diverse charm of Xinlong
All-day natural secret realm experience
- Keep warm in plateau areas
- Respect local religious customs
- Prepare for high-altitude adaptation
- Hotels in Xinlong County seat
- Tibetan-style characteristic homestays
- Grassland tent experience
All-day adventure and nature experience
- Grassland horse riding experience
- Tibetan family visit and exchange
- Canyon hiking adventure
- Sacred mountain worship experience
- Purchase Tibetan handicrafts
- Taste characteristic food of Xinlong
- Pay attention to driving safety on mountain roads
- Reserve sufficient return time
Must-Try Foods in Xinlong County
Xinlong Yak Meat
Yak meat raised on the plateau is delicious and rich in nutrition. It can be made into various delicacies such as dried yak meat and yak meat hot pot, which are local characteristic flavors.
Tibetan Blood Sausage
A traditional Tibetan delicacy made with yak blood and zanba (roasted highland barley flour), with a unique taste and rich nutrition. It is an important food for festivals and receiving guests.
Butter Tea
A traditional Tibetan drink made by boiling butter, tea leaves and salt. It has a rich fragrance and the effect of keeping out the cold and warming the body, and is an essential drink for receiving guests.
Highland Barley Wine
A traditional alcoholic drink brewed from plateau highland barley, with moderate alcohol content and mellow taste. It is an important drink in Tibetan festivals and celebrations.
- May-October: Best travel season with pleasant climate
- July-August: Cool summer with grassland flowers
- September-October: Charming autumn with gorgeous colorful forests
- Winter: Spectacular snow scenery, keep warm
- Protect from sun and keep warm in plateau areas
- Respect Tibetan religious customs
- Be careful of altitude sickness
- Pay attention to safety when hiking in canyons
- Some scenic spots require tickets
- Keep warm in plateau areas
- Pay attention to opening hours of each attraction
- Protect the natural environment
- There are buses from Chengdu Xinnanmen Bus Station to Xinlong
- Pay attention to mountain road conditions for self-driving
- It is recommended to travel by chartered car or group tour
- Pay attention to safety on mountain roads