South from Lanzhou into the Gannan grasslands: Labrang Monastery, Langmusi and the first bend of the Yellow River.

Gannan Line Lanzhou-Linxia-Xiahe-Luqu-Maqu-Longnan

Also known as: Gannan Line

South from Lanzhou into the Gannan grasslands: Labrang Monastery, Langmusi and the first bend of the Yellow River.

Culture & History 5 days Gansu May–Oct

Route Introduction

  • South from Lanzhou into the Gannan grasslands: Labrang Monastery, Langmusi and the first bend of the Yellow River.

At a Glance

Suggested days 5 days
Cities 6
Provinces Gansu
Difficulty 🟡 Moderate
Best months May–Oct
Best for Great for history enthusiasts, Silk Road culture lovers, and photographers

Route Map Animated marker shows direction

🏙️ Lanzhou 🏙️ Linxia 🏙️ Xiahe 🏙️ Luqu 🏙️ Maqu 🏙️ Longnan
Gannan Line: Lanzhou-Linxia-Xiahe-Luqu-Maqu-Longnan 兰州 → 临夏 → 夏河 → 碌曲 → 玛曲 → 陇南
Time Place / plan Category Duration Transfer Note
Day 1 Lanzhou → Linxia → Xiahe → Luqu → Maqu → Longnan

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