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China Silk Road Hexi Corridor Explore: Lanzhou, Zhangye, Jia

$ 1,999 .00 USD

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China Silk Road Hexi Corridor Explore: Lanzhou, Zhangye, Jia

This tour includes:

Guide

Local English-speaking guide

Accommodation

Accommodation: 5-star hotel (4-star at Danxia)

Transport

Private vehicle Bullet train Lanzhou to Zhangye(First Class)

Meals

Meals: 6 breakfasts and 5 lunches

Not included:

Insurance

Please purchase your travel insurance.

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Itinerary of your trip China Silk Road Hexi Corridor Explore: Lanzhou, Zhangye, Jia

  • Day 1 Day 1: Lanzhou Arrival Transfer
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Lanzhou Arrival Transfer

      Welcome to Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu Province on the ancient Silk Road. Upon arrival Lanzhou, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in the city. Enjoy your free time for the rest of today if you arrive early.

      Transport: Private vehicle

      Accommodation: Overnight in Lanzhou

      Meal: N/A

  • Day 2 Day 2: Lanzhou To Zhangye By Bullet Train
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Lanzhou To Zhangye By Bullet Train

      City tour in Lanzhou before moving to Zhanye in the afternoon by fast train. You will visit the Yellow River, Provincial Museum(Close on Mondays), Waterwheel Park, Zhongshan Bridge.

      Take 4-hour bullet train to Zhangya in the afternoon. Upon arrival, transferred to hotel. 

      Transport: Private vehicle + Bullet train

      Accommodation: Overnight in Zhangye

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 3 Day 3: Zhangye To Daofo Temple, Mati Temple, Rainbow Danxia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Zhangye To Daofo Temple, Mati Temple, Rainbow Danxia

      Visit the Dafo Monastery after breakfast in the city, which is also the city museum to display the long history of Zhangye in the ancient time. The huge sleeping Buddha is the highlight of the temple.

      Then you will head to Matisi Monastery to visit the Tibetan Buddhism monastery.

      Afterwards you will take one-hour ride to Danxia Mountains to view the colorful Rainbow mountains this afternoon. This is very popular site recent years on the Silk Road for its impressive red, yellow, white and black clay on the mountains. 

      Later you will be transferred back to your hotel in Zhangye.

      Transport: Private vehicle

      Accommodation: Overnight in Danxia, Zhangye

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 4 Day 4: Zhangye Danxia To Jiayuguan By Car
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Zhangye Danxia To Jiayuguan By Car

      Take about 2-hour ride to Jiagyuan this morning. Visit the military fortress Jiayuguan Fort that is a UNESCO cultural heritage as part of the Great Wall. Then you will climb up the imposing Overhanging Great Wall this afternoon. View the ancient Wei and Jin Tombs afterwards.

      Transport: Private vehicle

      Accommodation: Overnight in Jiayuguan

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 5 Day 5: Jiayuguan To Dunhuang By Car
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Jiayuguan To Dunhuang By Car

      Take 5-hour ride to Dunhuang in the morning, and view the stunning snow-capped Qilian Mountains, Gobi Desert and Oasis towns on the way. Then wander around the Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring in the afternoon. You have opportunity to ride camel at the sand dunes. 

      You can explore the night market or watch Dunhuang performance copied from Mogao Caves this evening.

      Transport: Private vehicle

      Accommodation: Overnight in Dunhuang

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 6 Day 6: Dunhuang: Mogao Caves And Dunhuang Museum
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Dunhuang: Mogao Caves And Dunhuang Museum

      In the morning, you will visit Mogao Caves, the gem of the ancient Silk Road. The early history of Mogao can be track back to the 4th century, and built many times in the history. The colorful fresco, statues in Mogao Caves display various stories about Buddhism.

      After lunch, you will visit the new Dunhuang Museum (Close on Mondays) where you can see the exhibition and relics from stone age to modern time, displaying the splendid history in Dunhuang area. 

      You can explore the bustling Dunhuang night market in the evening.

      Transport: Private vehicle

      Accommodation: Overnight in Dunhuang

      Meals: Breakfast, Lunch


  • Day 7 Day 7: Departing From Dunhuang
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Departing From Dunhuang

      Today you will say good bye to Dunhuang. Transferred to Dunhuang airport to catch your flight to your next destination, where the wonderful Silk Road tour concludes.

      Transport: Private vehicle

      Meal: Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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