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Lanzhou to Dunhuang Small Group Tour 8D: Deep into Badain Jarhan Desert

8 days
From Lanzhou to Dunhuang
4.5 (30 reviews)

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Ancient Wonders
Walk among ruins, temples, and timeless landmarks
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 8
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Lanzhou

    Lanzhou
    Start point
    Lanzhou Shi, Gansu, China (Pickup from Lanzhou airport/railway station and transfer to hotel., 09:00 - 21:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Lanzhou city independently
    • Try local cuisines
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  3. Day 2

    Lanzhou to Zhangye Kaoshan Camp

    Lanzhou to Zhangye Kaoshan Camp
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Yurt

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mati Temple
    • Visit Zhangye Rainbow Mountain at Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic bus at Zhangye Rainbow Mountain (not included)
    Landmarks
    Mati Temple
    Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park
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  4. Day 3

    Zhangye to Badain Jarhan

    Zhangye to Badain Jarhan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Yurt

    Included Activities

    • Visit Pingshanhu Grand Canyon
    Landmarks
    Pingshanhu Grand Canyon
  5. Day 4

    Badain Jarhan

    Badain Jarhan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Yurt

    Included Activities

    • Visit Badain Jarhan Desert
    Landmarks
    Badain Jarhan Desert
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  6. Day 5

    Badain Jarhan to Jiayuguan

    Badain Jarhan to Jiayuguan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jiayuguan Pass
    Landmarks
    Jiayuguan Pass
  7. Day 6

    Jiayuguan to Dunhuang

    Jiayuguan to Dunhuang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 4*

    Included Activities

    • Visit Yangguan Pass Scenic Area
    Landmarks
    Yangguan Pass Scenic Area
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  8. Day 7

    Dunhuang

    Dunhuang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Singing Sand Mountain and Crescent Lake
    • Visit Mogao Grottoes

    Optional Activities

    • Scenic shuttle bus at Singing Sand Mountain and Crescent Lake (not included)
    Landmarks
    Singing Sand Mountain and Crescent Lake
    Mogao Grottoes
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  9. Day 8

    Lanzhou

    Lanzhou
    End point
    Lanzhou Shi, Gansu, China (Transfer to Lanzhou airport/railway station from hotel., 09:00 - 21:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast (Lanzhou beef noodles)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast at Lanzhou (Lanzhou beef noodles)
    • Explore Yellow River Scenic Road
    Landmarks
    Yellow River Scenic Road

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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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