Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Exploring the oasis town Dunhuang and Jiayuguan on the ancient Silk Road, you will view the Mogao Grottoes, Crescent Spring, Singding Sand Dunes(Mingsha Dune) and Jiayuguan Fort in the 4-day tour.
What's included
Professional guide
3 nights accommodation
One-way soft sleeper train from Dunhuang to Jiayuguan
Breakfast
Transport by private vehicle
Lunch and dinner
Gratuities
What to expect
Day 1: Arrive Dunhuang
Dunhuang
2h
You will be picked up at the Dunhuang Airport and transferred to the hotel. Check in and take a break.
This evening explore the night market where you can buy souvenirs and taste local snacks.
Day 2: Dunhuang
Mogao Caves
4h · Admission ticket included
Hotel breakfast, then move to Mogao Grttoes where you will watch 2 documentary films about Silk Road and Mogao Grottoes, which will help you understand the history back ground of Dunhuang. Afterwards, follow a profession cave guide to visit the untouched caves with colorful fresco, Buddha Statues, and painting etc.
Crescent Moon Pool
2h · Admission ticket included
This afternoon, visit the Crescent Spring in the Singding Sand Dues. Located in the desert, but the Spring never covered by sand or dried up. Optional camel-riding here will offer you an opportunity to imagine the difficulty of traveling on the Silk Road in the ancient time.
Day 3: Dunhuang-Jiayuguan
Jiayuguan Fortress
3h · Admission ticket included
Take a train from Dunhuang to Jiyuguan departing at 9 am and arrival at 1pm. Move to the Jiyuguan Fort to explore the old Great Wall and the fortress which was listed as Cultural Heritage by UNESCO. Afterwards move back hotel.
Day 4: Jiayuguan Departure
Jiayuguan
2h
After breakfast your private transfer will take you to the Jiayuguan Airport for your onward journey.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
This is an lay over tour. The airport pick up / drop off can be moved to any day as you like.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 16 years
Group discount is available
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
