Rainbow Mountains and Dunhuang Tailor-made journey
RAINBOW MOUNTAINS AND DUNHUANG
Extraordinary natural wonders abound
This tour takes you into the relatively undiscovered region of Gansu Province, which lies on the ancient Silk Road. The extraordinary landscape of Zhangye National Geopark, with its colourful rock formations, is not to be missed. Within easy reach of the city of Dunhuang are the Mingsha Sand Dunes and the unusual Cresent Moon Lake, an oasis in the desert. The nearby Mogao Grottoes, displaying a rich array of Buddhist art are considered to be the best of their kind within China. This is a fascinating region, and a real opportunity to explore off the beaten track!
Locations you will be visiting
Zhangye, China Jiayuguan, China Dunhuang, China
An excellent base for A desert city on the Ming The city of Dunhuang, is exploring the section of the Great Wall situated at an oasis on the extraordinary Rainbow edge of the Taklamakan Mountains 1 Day Desert,
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YOUR TOUR ITINERARY Rainbow Mountains and Dunhuang 6 day Tour Itinerary An overview of your trip
DAY 1 Xian to Zhangye Take a bullet train from Xian to Zhangye (approx 7 hours). Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel.
Transport: Airplane
DAY 2 Rainbow Mountains Visit Zhangye Danxia Mountains, also known as the Rainbow Mountains, are made up of a variety of vivid colours. which developed around 200 million years ago. Covering an area of over 400 square kilometres, it is composed of lots of smooth and sharp cliffs, most of which are several hundred meters high. In the afternoon, visit the remarkable Giant Buddha Temple in Zhangye, the largest architectural relic in Gansu from the Western Xia period, is home to China’s largest reclining Buddha.
Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 3 Zhangye to Jiayuguan Transfer to the train station for the bullet train to Jiayuguan. In the afternoon visit Jiayuguan Fort, the Great Wall Museum and the Overhanging Great Wall.
Meals included: Breakfast Transport: Bullet Train
DAY 4 Jiayuguan to Dunhuang Visit the Weijin Tomb Murals, before driving to Dunhuang, upon arrival check into your hotel, and in the late afternoon visit the Mingsha Sand Dunes and the Crescent Moon Lake.
Meals included: Breakfast Transport: Drive
DAY 5 Dunhuang Morning visit to the impressive Mogao Grottoes. In the afternoon, visit the West Thousand Buddha Cave. Continue to the Yumen Pass, which was originally built more than 2,000 years ago. You will also have the opportunity to see the ruined Great Wall from the Han Dynasty. In the evening, visit the fascinating night market.
Meals included: Breakfast DAY 6 Dunhuang and Onward Journey Transfer to the train station or the airport for your onward journey. Meals included: Breakfast
Optional Extras - Cultural Experiences
There is some free time in your itinerary for you to explore on your own, or treat yourself to an excursion. Use the links below to create a to-do list, or, if you’d prefer us to book you onto one of these or any other excursions, please let us know when booking your tour.
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YOUR HOLIDAY DETAILS
China: Rainbow Mountains and Dunhuang
price Make an enquiry from £1,199
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
4* accommodation International ights based on twin share China visa and fees Transfers Tips Transportation Personal Spending Tours as stated Travel Insurance Meals as speci ed
Price from £1,199 Single room supplement from £199 (sole passenger prices on request)
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The deposit for these arrangements is £300 per person. Balance is due 12 weeks before departure.
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