7 Days Qinghai Gansu Tour: Xining/Zhangye/Jiayuguan/Dunhuang Tour
Ever dreamed of exploring the legendary Hexi Corridor? How about starting a unique natural and cultural journey from Xining in Qinghai Province? Qinghai, well connected to Gansu Province, is served as
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Tour Highlights
✓ Xining, Qinghai Arrival | Pick-up Service & Hotel Check-in
✓ Xining - Qinghai Lake - Chaka Town | Erlangjian Scenic Area
✓ Chaka Town - Chaka Salt Lake - Zhangye City | Mirror of the Sky
✓ Zhangye - Jiayuguan | Dafo Temple (Big Buddha Temple), Zhangye National Geopark (Zhangye Danxia Geological Park)
✓ Jianyuguan to Dunhuang | Jiayuguan Pass (World Heritage - Great Wall of China), Great Wall Museum (Optional), Overhanging Great Wall
✓ Dunhuang Tour | Mogao Grottoes (World Heritage), Singing Sand Dunes & Crescent Spring, Dunhuang Shazhou Night Market (Optional)
Detailed Itinerary
D1 Xining, Qinghai Arrival | Pick-up Service & Hotel Check-in
Xining (西宁), the capital of Qinghai Province, is nestled in eastern Qinghai Province. It is also located in the northeastern Qinghai-Tibet Plateau. It stands as the eastern gateway to the plateau. A vital link on the ancient Silk Road and Tang-Fan Road, Xining\'s historical significance is profound.
D2 Xining - Qinghai Lake - Chaka Town | Erlangjian Scenic Area
This morning, you\'ll be escorted from downtown Xining to Qinghai Lake (about 145 km, 2.5-3 hours).Qinghai Lake (青海湖), sitting at an elevation of 3,194 meters above sea level, is China’s largest inland saltwater lake, covering over 4,400 square kilometers. The lake is surrounded by majestic mountain
D3 Chaka Town - Chaka Salt Lake - Zhangye City | Mirror of the Sky
In this morning, you will be transferred from Chaka Town to Chaka Salt Lake (茶卡盐湖, 4km, 10 minutes’drive).“Chaka" is a Tibetan word meaning "salt lake". As a salt lake, it is one of the birthplaces of China\'s salt culture. Embedded amidst snow-kissed peaks and verdant meadows, Chaka i
D4 Zhangye - Jiayuguan | Dafo Temple (Big Buddha Temple), Zhangye National Geopark (Zhangye Danxia Geological Park)
Today, you will explore Zhangye city through Dafo Temple & Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park.Dafo Temple (大佛寺; Big Buddha Temple) is a must-visit place in Zhangye if you are particularly interested in Buddhist culture and ancient architecture. The Big Buddha Temple is the iconic building o
D5 Jianyuguan to Dunhuang | Jiayuguan Pass (World Heritage - Great Wall of China), Great Wall Museum (Optional), Overhanging Great Wall
Today, you will explore Jiayuguan City for the Jiayuguan Pass (Jiayuguan Fortress) & Great Wall on the Cliff (Overhanging Great Wall). Then, head to Dunhuang (400km, 5hrs).Jiayuguan Pass (嘉峪关关城), built in 1372, is known as one of the "Three Great Passes of the Great Wall of China中国长城三大奇观之一&
D6 Dunhuang Tour | Mogao Grottoes (World Heritage), Singing Sand Dunes & Crescent Spring, Dunhuang Shazhou Night Market (Optional)
Today, you will enjoy a wonderful Dunhuang Culture Tour by visiting Mogao Grottoes (4-4.5hrs), a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can enjoy the relaxing time in Echoing Sand Mountain & Crescent Lake, don’t miss the delicious food at the Shazhou Night Market.Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes is the must-vis
D7 Dunhuang Departure | Hotel Check-out & Airport see-off
On this day, it is time to end your 7-day Qinghai Gansu Tour. You will have some free time in Dunhuang and explore more on your own till your guide escorts you to the airport or train station for your flight/high speed train to next destination.Thank you for choosing Asia Odyssey Travel for your Chi
What's Included & Excluded
✅ Included
- ✓ Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- ✓ Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓ All transportation per itinerary
- ✓ Entrance fees to listed attractions
- ✓ Airport transfers on arrival and departure
❌ Excluded
- ✗ International flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Personal expenses and tips
- ✗ Visa fees (if applicable)
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USA · 8 Days Beijing Xian Shanghai
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Australia · 12 Days China Grand Tour
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Germany · 10 Days Silk Road Adventure
"The Mogao Caves in Dunhuang were breathtaking. Riding a camel at sunset on the dunes was unforgettable. Our guide brought the ancient Silk Road history to life."
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