- Take the flight to Xining, the capital of Qinghai Province.
- Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide at the airport.
- Visit Ta Er Monastery, known as Kumbum Monastery in Tibetan, it is acknowledged to be one of the six most important monasteries in the region and offers a good introduction to Tibetan culture for outsiders. Ta Er Monastery is famous for being the birthplace of Tsongkhapa, the founder of the Tibetan Buddhist Yellow Hat Sect.
- Follow in the footsteps of the prostrating Tibetan pilgrims as you take a 20 minute walk around the monastery, also visit a local fortune teller.
- Dinner will be served at a local restaurant.
- Overnight in Xining