Embark on a captivating Dunhuang tour and immerse yourself in the rich Buddhist art and the fascinating legacy of the Silk Road. Explore the renowned Mogao Grottoes, a treasure trove of murals and statues, and discover the cultural interchange that shaped the world. Dinner included!
Embark on a captivating Dunhuang tour and immerse yourself in the rich Buddhist art and the fascinating legacy of the Silk Road. Explore the renowned Mogao Grottoes, a treasure trove of murals and statues, and discover the cultural interchange that shaped the world. Dinner included!
- Mogao Caves - At 13:45, meet you tour guide in the lobby of your Dunhuang hotel, transfer to the Digital Exhibition Center of Mogao Grottoes, watch 2 films about the back ground of Dunhuang and the digital caves in the 360 degree cinema, Then, transfer to the caves area,which is famous for it’s fresco and sculpture in the world. enjoy 8 real caves…
- Mogao Caves - At 13:45, meet you tour guide in the lobby of your Dunhuang hotel, transfer to the Digital Exhibition Center of Mogao Grottoes, watch 2 films about the back ground of Dunhuang and the digital caves in the 360 degree cinema, Then, transfer to the caves area,which is famous for it’s fresco and sculpture in the world. enjoy 8 real caves this afternoon.
18:30 enjoy dinner in a local restaurant.
- Dunhuang Theater - 20:30 in Dunhuang Grand Theater, THE SILK ROAD inspired by the magnificent Dunhuang frescoes,the world famous Chinese classic dance drama. It follows master fresco painter Zhang, his daughter Yingniang and Persian merchant Yunus as they travel along the Silk Road. The play memorializes the deep friendship between Chinese people and foreign people, depicts wisdom and open dynasty, and the frequent international exchanges in the fields of economy and culture. It also weaves a story of great friendship through song and the ancient, beautiful, innovative and unique style of dance.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Entrance fee
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Entrance fee
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- DVD (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Dunhuang, a unique oasis encircled by desert and pebbles, is situated in the northwestern area of China and was the one and only gate to China via the path known as the Silk Road, which connected China, Western Asia, and the Indian subcontinent.
The Mogao Grottoes, located in Dunhuang, stand as an archetypical world heritage site. It houses a Buddhist…
Dunhuang, a unique oasis encircled by desert and pebbles, is situated in the northwestern area of China and was the one and only gate to China via the path known as the Silk Road, which connected China, Western Asia, and the Indian subcontinent.
The Mogao Grottoes, located in Dunhuang, stand as an archetypical world heritage site. It houses a Buddhist cave shrine and also functions as a heritage art museum, stocking an array of murals, sculptures, and architectural spectacles. More than just a reservoir of unique art, it encapsulates a thousand years of cultural exchange facilitated by the Silk Road, involving China, India, Persian, Greco-Roman and Central Asian cultures, the importance of which surpasses that of silk or other luxury commodities.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
