Arrival in Lanzhou

Lanzhou - A professional tour guide will warmly welcome travelers at Lanzhou’s airport or train station. They will be transferred by car, van, or bus to their hotel, where they can unwind in comfort.

Iron Bridge of Yellow River - This is the oldest bridge spanning the Yellow River.

Lanzhou to Wuwei

Wuwei to Zhangye

Pingshan Grand Canyon - Explore one of the world’s top five grand canyons, the Pingshanhu Grand Canyon. Visitors will enjoy a 2.5-hour hike through the park, which features the grand canyon, stone formations, desert landscapes, snow-capped mountains, pristine forests, and stunning natural beauty.

Zhangye

Zhangye Danxia Geopark - In the morning, visit the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes to see the original Buddhist grottoes from history. Then, explore the Danxia Landform National Park, the largest and most representative of China’s arid landscapes.

Zhangye to Jiayuguan

Jiayuguan - Visit the Giant Buddha Temple to see Asia’s largest reclining Buddha. Travel by bus to Jiayuguan, a 3-hour journey on the expressway. Enjoy lunch in Jiuquan city, renowned for the Wine Spring from the Western Han dynasty, which can still be seen today. Visit the Wei and Jin Tomb, where the painted bricks on the tomb’s walls depict politics, economy, military, and culture, earning it the title “Underground Art Gallery.”
Check into the hotel and dine at a nearby quality restaurant.

Jiayuguan to Dunhuang

Dunhuang - Explore the renowned Jiayuguan Pass & Museum of the Great Wall, marking the western end of the Ming Dynasty’s Great Wall - Overhanging Great Wall. In the afternoon, transfer to Dunhuang, a 5-hour journey on the expressway.

Dunhuang

Dunhuang - Visit the Mogao Caves & Digital Film Center, one of China’s four most famous grottoes, featuring 492 caves, 45,000 square meters of murals, 2,400 painted statues, and over 250 residential caves. Explore the Jade Gate Pass & Great Wall of the Han Dynasty, built using local sand and weeds instead of stones or bricks. After dinner, enjoy the captivating “Ancient Sound of Dunhuang” performance.

Dunhuang

Dunhuang - Visit the Crescent Moon Lake & the Singing-Sand Dunes, and enjoy a camel ride on the dunes. Explore the Photovoltaic power plant in Dunhuang’s modern industry park.

Departure from Dunhuang

Dunhuang - Board a flight to the next destination.

• 7 nights accommodation
• All meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Local guide
• Bottled water
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Port pickup and drop-off
• Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax) included

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities

Gansu province is renowned for its diverse and abundant tourism resources, featuring every kind of topographical resource except for oceans and coral reefs. The Hexi Corridor was once an essential route for international visitors reaching central China. Our journey will transport you to the historical era of the Hexi Corridor, with each day unveiling the millennium-long legacy of this area.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• 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.