Arrival in Dunhuang, Meet & Transfer to Hotel

Silk Road Angel Tours - Upon arrival at Dunhuang Airport (DNH) or Dunhuang Railway Station, meet your private tour guide. Enjoy a comfortable transfer by car, van, or bus to your hotel, where you can unwind and relax.

Dunhuang

Mogao Caves - Explore the Mogao Caves & Digital Film Center, one of China’s four most renowned grottoes. The site boasts 492 caves, 45,000 square meters of murals, 2,400 painted statues, and over 250 residential caves.

Dunhuang Theater - In the evening, delight in the famous dance drama, the SILK ROAD show. (Please note, the show is unavailable from November to March.)

Dunhuang

Yumen Pass - Discover Yumen Pass & the Great Wall of the Han Dynasty. Historically, the Han Dynasty constructed numerous walls to secure the frontier and facilitate trade with the western region. Unlike other dynasties, the Han Dynasty’s Great Wall was built using local sand and weeds, layered one atop the other.

Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain - In the afternoon, visit Crescent Moon Lake & the Singing-Sand Dunes. Enjoy a camel ride through the sand dunes.

Dunhuang - Guazhou

Yulin Grotto - Visit the Yulin Caves, which share a similar origin in content, artistic style, and painting form with the Mogao Caves. Known as its sister site, it is well-regarded throughout the country.

Suoyangchengzhen - After lunch, explore the ruins of Suoyangcheng, a significant Silk Road stop, listed by UNESCO in 2015. Transfer to Guazhou.

Guazhou - Jiayuguan

Great Wall at Jiayuguan Pass - Travel by bus to Jiayuguan to visit the renowned Jiayuguan Pass & Museum of the Great Wall, marking the western end of the Ming Dynasty’s Great Wall. Climb the Great Wall in western China.

Jiayuguan - Zhangye

Zhangye Danxia Geopark - Discover the painting bricks in the tomb of the Wei & Jin Dynasty, featuring vibrant colors and diverse themes covering politics, economy, military, and culture, earning it the title “Underground Art Gallery.” Transfer to Zhangye and visit Zhangye Danxia, China’s unique Danxia landform combined with a colorful hilly landscape.

Zhangye

Dafo Temple of Zhangye - Visit the Giant Buddha Temple, home to the largest Nirvana Buddha in Asia. Explore the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes, famous for the deity horse footprints.

Farewell, Zhangye

Dafo Temple of Zhangye - This morning, visit the Pingshanhu Grand Canyon. After lunch, transfer to the airport or Zhangye Railway Station for your onward journey. Assistance with booking high-speed train tickets is available.

• Local guide
• 7 nights accommodation
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
• Bottled water
• Port pickup and drop-off
• Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)

• Gratuities

Embark on an 8-day guided adventure through the captivating landscapes of Western China, specifically the Hexi Corridor in Gansu Province, starting from Dunhuang and ending in Zhangye. Experience the historical Mogao Grottoes, the enchanting Singing Sand Dunes, the serene Crescent Moon Spring, the iconic Great Wall of China, and much more. Enjoy the convenience of all meals, air-conditioned transportation, and top-notch accommodations throughout the tour, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery, with the option to enjoy a camel ride in the desert.

Relax in a cozy 4-Star hotel in Dunhuang, and stay at the finest hotels in Zhangye and Jiayuguan, all equipped with air conditioning and complimentary bottled water.

Savor seven included breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, eliminating the stress of deciphering a Chinese menu, while indulging in the finest local cuisine.

Explore the secluded Zhangye Danxia Landform, the majestic Giant Buddha Temple, and the intriguing Horse Hoof Temple Grottos.

Airport transfers are provided, and wheelchair and infant seat accommodations are available upon request.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.