Private 3-Day Cultural Tour of Dunhuang's Mogao Grottoes

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The 3 Day Private Silk Road Tour of Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes offers an immersive exploration of China's rich cultural heritage, specifically tailored for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking a deeper understanding of ancient art and architecture. Participants will visit the renowned Mogao Grottoes, famous for their exquisite Buddhist murals and sculptures, as well as the Yulin Caves and Suoyangcheng Ruins, which provide further insight into the Silk Road's historical significance. This tour stands out for its personalized experience, featuring a local guide who shares in-depth knowledge of the sites, and comfortable transport options, ensuring an enriching journey through this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Inclusions

  • Lunch
  • Local guide
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan / coach
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch (3)

Exclusions

  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1
  • 2 Passes & the Great Wall from the Han Dynasty

    Dunhuang --Visit 2 Passes & the Great Wall from the Han Dynasty

  • Yangguan Pass and it's museum

    Visit the Yangguan Pass and it's museum, you may learn more history about the ancient Silk Road in the museum.

  • Yumen Pass (Jade Gate Pass) & Great Wall of Han Dynasty

    The Yumen Pass & Great Wall of Han Dynasty, Yangguan Pass (L) Visit the Yumen Pass (Jade Gate Pass) & Great Wall of Han Dynasty, In history, the Han Dynasty built many walls to consolidate the safety of the frontier region as well as exploring ways to do business with western region. Instead of piling up stones or bricks layer upon layer like other dynasties' walls, the Han Dynasty Great Wall is built by using the local sand and weed. These two constructional materials were added by putting one on top of another

Day 2

  • Mogao Caves & Mingsha Moutain

  • Mogao Grottoes & Digital Film Center

    Visit Mogao Grottoes & Digital Film Center , one of the 4 most famous grottoes in China. It has a total of 492 grottoes, 45,000 square-meters of murals, 2,400 painted statues and over 250 residential caves remain.

  • Crescent Moon Spring & the Singing-Sand Dunes

    After lunch continue to visit the Crescent Moon Spring & the Singing-Sand Dunes. The camel riding , the SILK ROAD SHOW are optional tours (see booking for details.) After your tour is finished,you will be drop-off at your Dunhuang hotel.

Day 3

Yulin Caves , Suoyangcheng Ruins
  • Yulin Caves

    Visit the Yulin Caves, it can be traced to the same origin in contents, artistic style and form of painting for the Mogao Grottoes, it’s regarded as its sister with its name known to many people in the country.

  • ruins of Suoyang City

    After lunch visit the ruins of Suoyang City, it used to be a very important stop on the Silk Road, it has listed in the UNESCO in 2015.

    After your tour is finished,you will be drop-off at your Dunhuang hotel.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions We will pick you up at the arrival hall. The driver will be waiting for you with a sign with the traveler's name.

Know Before You Go

  • Animals or pets allowed
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Passport required

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

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