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Asked by KP from usa | Jul. 14, 2014 22:31

About:Yushu Travel

What is the best way to stay/experience the Yushu's Tibetan Horse festival without a tour?

I would prefer the flexibility of no package tour, is it possible to find accommodation in the town during that time? Is camping recommended? Is it possible to hire a guide or translator? I am going in one week and can't find a lot of info online, so any insight is appreciated!

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Answered by Niana | Jul. 15, 2014 01:49

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Yes, you can find an accommodation in the town or on the grassland, where I remember there are luxury yurts. You are allowed to put up your tent there too. If u travel alone, I suggest you hire a guide, a translator or just a native.

It is really amazing and worth your time for sure. Good trip.

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Answered by KP | Jul. 15, 2014 03:47

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Hi Niana, Thanks much for your reply! Very glad to hear from someone who's been! I am going solo, planning on getting a bus from Xining. Hoping to find English speaking buddies at some point if only as a base, but hiring a guide/local for a bit seems wise and well worth it. Were there many tourists about? May sound silly but- there is food and drink available to buy yes? Any other advice? I'm pretty excited, it looks incredible!

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Answered by Niana | Jul. 15, 2014 20:34

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Yes, there are many tourists there and most of them put up their own tents on the grassland so that they can just have a rest after enjoy the activities. I went there last year with my three Chinese friends and they arranged everything for me, very considerate. I suggest you prepare some bottled water, snacks and food by yourself in case the food there doesn't meet ur taste.

And I also wanna remind you that an English guide is really worth expecially you travel alone. He or she may help you arrange most things. Hope you will enjoy yourself.

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Answered by KP | Jul. 16, 2014 03:45

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Sounds good, thanks again!

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Answered by Christine | Feb. 22, 2016 23:41

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Hi KP, Did you ever travel to the Horse Festival and what was your experience with accommodation, food and did you find a guide? I am considering going this summer. Thanks!

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Answered by KP | Feb. 23, 2016 02:04

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Hi Christine, I did go and it was really incredible, one of my favorite trips in China. The town itself is sizable, many (local) food options. I brought snacks and a tent and set up amongst all the yurts, evenings were chilly. There were several hotels in town as well. Altitude hit me mid week- a reminder to stay hydrated & go slow. I did not arrange for a guide, wasn’t sure how, so have no recommendations there unfortunately. My Chinese is limited and in general people were friendly/patient/curious. Those who spoke English were often happy to practice and didn’t mind my asking questions.

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