Lanzhou to Xiahe Bus Ride: Exploring Gansu's Silk Road

First Long Distance Bus in China - Day Five on the Silk Road

Destination:ChinaProvince:TibetCity:Lhasa

James and Keli2020-12-168 min

Our fifth day on the Silk Road was mainly for travel. We had a mid-afternoon bus ride from Lanzhou to Xiahe, a Tibetan Autonomous Village in Gansu Province. Travel with us on our first long distance bus ride in China! . We are James and Keli, previously Two Tickets Around the World. We are originally from Kansas in the United States and after many years of traveling during our holidays together, we took a leap of faith and moved to China. While we teach English during the week, we use our holidays and weekends to explore the different wonders of China. . Once the borders open, we'll continue our adventures exploring the rest of the world. Until then, let's explore China together.

--- James and Keli

December 16, 2020, Winter in China

Video Chapters

0:00Introduction in Xi'an
0:09Lanzhou to Xiahe bus
0:46Buying bus tickets
1:10Lunch before departure
1:42At the bus station
2:59Finding seats on bus
4:11Arrival in Xiahe
5:33Check-in process
6:45Exploring Xiahe village
7:48Dinner at Tara Guesthouse

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James and Keli, a travel couple from Kansas, embarked on their fifth day of the Silk Road adventure. Their journey took them on a long-distance bus ride from Lanzhou to Xiahe, a Tibetan village nestled in Gansu Province. This captivating vlog captures the essence of their first Chinese bus experience, offering a glimpse into the beauty of this ancient trade route. Get ready for an immersive travel experience filled with breathtaking landscapes and cultural discoveries!