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6-Day Dream Tour of Hexi Corridor in Lanzhou, Gansu, Northwest China (Supports Foreigner Registration)
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6-Day Dream Tour of Hexi Corridor in Lanzhou, Gansu, Northwest China (Supports Foreigner Registration)

Lanzhou
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You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • [Airport/Train Station Transfer]: Airport/Train station pick-up is available from Lanzhou Airport/Lanzhou Train Station (only on the day of arrival); Airport/Train station drop-off is available from Dunhuang Airport/Train Station (only on the day of departure); Vehicle arrangements for pick-up/drop-off are based on the number of passengers. Please be aware that the pick-up/drop-off driver may not be the same as the driver for the tour.
  • [Accommodation Reference]: 5 nights in 4-star hotels
  • ① First night accommodation: Mercure Hotel, Lanzhou Yellow River, Atour Hotel, Lanzhou Dongfanghong Square, or similar
  • ② Second night's accommodation: Wuwei Jinwu International Hotel, Homeinn Plus Hotel, or similar
  • ③ Third night accommodation: Gansu Aviation Tourism · Danxia Pearl Hotel, Rainbow Danxia Westward Villa or similar
  • ④ Fourth night accommodation: Guazhou Yulin Hotel, Guazhou Rongjinzhou Hai Hotel or similar
  • ⑤ Fifth night accommodation: Dunhuang Fuguo Hotel, Dunhuang Hailian International Hotel, or similar.
  • [Vehicle]: 5-seater SUV for 3 people or less, 7-seater MPV for 4 to 5 people, 9-seater MPV for 6-7 people (includes driver's meals, accommodation, allowance, road tolls, fuel costs, and parking fees); Specific vehicle models cannot be guaranteed, your understanding is appreciated.

Not included: 1. Tickets not included beyond those listed in the itinerary; 2. Other expenses incurred beyond the children's quoted price must be paid by the tourists themselves;; 3. Single room supplement: Rooms are defaulted to accommodate 2 adults per room. Single occupants need to pay a room supplement.; 4. Meals not listed in the itinerary, and personal expenses, are not included.

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Overview

📩 Pre-trip Notification The butler will contact you via WeChat and WhatsApp the evening before departure, between 18:00 and 21:00. Please remember your departure time, location, license plate number, and driver information, and keep your phone accessible. 🕗 Meeting Time and Location Pick-up starts at 7:00 AM from your hotel in Lanzhou. 🚏 Two Tour Types Exquisite Small Group Tour: 2-8 people, driver also acts as tour leader, high cost-performance, flexible, comfortable, and not crowded. Private Tour with English Guide: Dedicated car and guide for attentive service, enjoy an in-depth cultural experience. 🕰️ Exciting Itinerary: ✈️DAY 1: Overnight in Lanzhou / Complimentary Airport/Station Pick-up Various locations to Lanzhou airport/station pick-up to Lanzhou hotel 🏡DAY 2: Overnight in Wuwei City / Approx. 300km / 4h Lanzhou to Tiantishan Grottoes (Ancestor of Grottoes) to Leitai Han Tomb (Site where "Galloping Horse Treading on a Flying Swallow" was unearthed) to Kumarajiva Temple (Millennium Ancient Temple) to Wuwei hotel 🛖DAY 3: Overnight in Cai Town / Approx. 350km / 5h Wuwei to Shandan Army Horse Farm (Horse herding at Yanzhi Mountain) to Zhangye Danxia Landform (Danxia sunset) to Cai Town hotel 🏜️DAY 4: Overnight in Guazhou / Approx. 500km / 5.5h Cai Town to Jiayuguan Fort to The First Beacon Tower of the Great Wall to Son of the Earth/Boundless/Emperor Wu of Han (Desert Red Sun) to Guazhou hotel ⛺️DAY 5: Overnight in Dunhuang / Approx. 270km / 3.5h Guazhou to Yulin Grottoes to Suoyang City Ruins to Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Spring to Shazhou Night Market to Dunhuang hotel 🌠DAY 6: End of Trip / Approx. 50km / 1h Dunhuang to Mogao Grottoes (See flying celestial beings) to Mural copying to Dunhuang Bookstore to Dunhuang group dismissal or airport drop-off Due to the full closure of the G227 Zhangye to Menglian Highway, Ebao Town to Jingyangling section project, arrival in Xining will be later. It is recommended that guests do not book return flights on the day the trip ends to avoid delays.

Highlights

★ 【Cultural Journey】 Travel along the Hexi Corridor, and experience the gifts of the Qilian Mountains and the millennium-old Silk Road culture;
★ 【Natural Scenery】 From the Rainbow Mountains of Zhangye Danxia to the Crescent Spring of Mingsha Mountain, and the Yanzhishan Royal Horse Ranch, everywhere you look is the ultimate in natural beauty;
★ 【Dunhuang Study Tour】 After visiting the Mogao Grottoes, create your own Mogao mural and take your travel memories home;
★ 【Private & Exclusive】 Private small groups, travel with friends/family style, say no to crowds and waiting;
★ 【Reliable Drivers】 Five-fold selection of reliable drivers for a more detailed and in-depth travel experience;
★ 【Selected Vehicles】 Annual inspection qualified, guaranteed safety performance, 5/7/9-seater cars for travel;
★ 【High Vacancy Rate】 Maintain a vacancy rate of over 20% for a more comfortable journey;
★ 【Carefully Selected Accommodation】 Carefully selected comfortable and high-end hotels in the destination, you need to stay well to play well (Northwest economic development is limited, accommodation standards cannot be compared with first-tier cities, please maintain reasonable expectations);
★ 【Ultimate Service】 Online butler provides high-quality service 24 hours a day to relieve you of travel worries;
★ 【Thoughtful Gift Pack】 (Per person per day) 1 bottle of mineral water to make your journey warmer

What's included

[Airport/Train Station Transfer]: Airport/Train station pick-up is available from Lanzhou Airport/Lanzhou Train Station (only on the day of arrival); Airport/Train station drop-off is available from Dunhuang Airport/Train Station (only on the day of departure); Vehicle arrangements for pick-up/drop-off are based on the number of passengers. Please be aware that the pick-up/drop-off driver may not be the same as the driver for the tour.
[Accommodation Reference]: 5 nights in 4-star hotels
① First night accommodation: Mercure Hotel, Lanzhou Yellow River, Atour Hotel, Lanzhou Dongfanghong Square, or similar
② Second night's accommodation: Wuwei Jinwu International Hotel, Homeinn Plus Hotel, or similar
③ Third night accommodation: Gansu Aviation Tourism · Danxia Pearl Hotel, Rainbow Danxia Westward Villa or similar
④ Fourth night accommodation: Guazhou Yulin Hotel, Guazhou Rongjinzhou Hai Hotel or similar
⑤ Fifth night accommodation: Dunhuang Fuguo Hotel, Dunhuang Hailian International Hotel, or similar.
[Vehicle]: 5-seater SUV for 3 people or less, 7-seater MPV for 4 to 5 people, 9-seater MPV for 6-7 people (includes driver's meals, accommodation, allowance, road tolls, fuel costs, and parking fees); Specific vehicle models cannot be guaranteed, your understanding is appreciated.
[Driver/Part-time Guide] Not a professional tour guide; can offer simple explanations and chat. Does not enter scenic spots. Please maintain reasonable expectations.
[Regarding Meals] Includes 5 hotel breakfasts during the trip; if children are older or exceed height restrictions, the hotel will charge a separate breakfast fee, which you will need to pay on-site. Thank you for your understanding.
[About Tickets] Tiantishan Grottoes, Lei Tai Han Tomb, Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park, Jiayuguan, Yulin Grottoes (general cave ticket), Suoyang City, Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, Mogao Grottoes.
[Regarding Luggage] Due to limited luggage space in SUVs/minivans/compact cars, we recommend each person bring one suitcase and one small backpack to ensure your comfort during the trip.
[About the Experience] Dunhuang Mural Copying, Shandan Army Horse Ranch Horse Herding (1 hour), Jiayuguan Customs Clearance Certificate;
[Complimentary] Bottled water: 1 bottle/person/day;
[Friendly Reminder] During holidays and peak seasons (such as Labor Day, summer vacation, National Day, and Chinese New Year), there will be heavy traffic, traffic control, and long queues at scenic spots due to large crowds.
【Regarding Children】Children under 12 years old include a vehicle space + insurance, but do not include a bed, tickets, or meals. Any expenses incurred must be paid separately.

What's not included

1. Tickets not included beyond those listed in the itinerary
2. Other expenses incurred beyond the children's quoted price must be paid by the tourists themselves;
3. Single room supplement: Rooms are defaulted to accommodate 2 adults per room. Single occupants need to pay a room supplement.
4. Meals not listed in the itinerary, and personal expenses, are not included.

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 48 hours' notice.

Additional info

Please select a travel date
Day 1 Departure: Meet the operator at your selected meeting point. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. This is the arrival day, and there are no activities planned for the entire day. Please inform customer service of your flight information in advance to arrange airport pick-up service. Hotel check-in is available after 12:00 PM daily. If you arrive early, you can store your luggage at the front desk and explore the surrounding area on your own. [Accommodation] 12:00, Mercure Lanzhou Yellow River Day 2 [Transportation] 07:30 By car [Attraction/experience] 10:30, 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Tianti Mountain Grottoes, Arrive at [Tiantishan Grottoes] around 10:30. Tiantishan Grottoes is a must-see grotto culture and art destination in Wuwei. It was first carved during the Northern Liang period of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, and has a history of more than 1,600 years. It is one of the earliest grottoes in China and is known as the "Ancestor of Grottoes." [Dining] 12:00, 1 hour(s), Lunch, Lunch is at your own expense. We recommend Lao Wang Jia Cai Guo Zi, Zhen Shi Hui Yang Za Guan, and He Xuan Spicy Hot Pot. [Attraction/experience] 14:00, 2 hour(s), 雷台汉墓, Arrive at [Leitai Han Tomb] around 14:00. The Leitai Han Tomb Park consists of three parts: the Han Tomb, the Han Culture Museum, and the Liangzhou Lyric Museum. The Han Tomb is the largest Eastern Han Dynasty tomb discovered in the Hexi region to date. [Tour duration approximately 2h] [Attraction/experience] 16:30, 1 hour(s), Kumarajiva Temple, Arrive at [Kumarajiva Temple] around 16:30. Kumarajiva is the founder of the eight schools of Chinese Buddhism. The only remaining tongue relic is enshrined here. He is known for translating many Buddhist scriptures such as, "All conditioned phenomena are like dreams, illusions, bubbles, and shadows, like dew and lightning; thus should you contemplate them," and "Form is emptiness, emptiness is form," as well as the concept of "the vast world." [Dining] 18:30, 1 hour(s), Dinner, Dinner is on your own. We recommend exploring Weiwu Night Market or Mingqing Street Night Market for delicious food. [Accommodation] Golden Wu International Hotel Wuwei; Online rating of 4.8 · Upscale local option · Includes breakfast Day 3 [Transportation] 07:30 By car [Attraction/experience] 09:00, 3 hour(s), 山丹军马场, This is not just a grassland in the natural sense, but a legend with ethnic significance. We have arranged a horseback riding experience for everyone. You can put on professional equipment and, under the guidance of a coach, experience the beauty of the grassland in the unique transportation style of the grassland people. [Dining] 12:00, 1 hour(s), Lunch, 12:00 Enjoy lunch at a nearby location. [Attraction/experience] 15:00, 3 hour(s), Zhangye Qicai Danxia Scenic Spot, Arrive at Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park around 5:00 PM. The colors here are like vermilion and glow like bright morning clouds. It is known as God's overturned palette, boasting not only the brilliant colors of the sunset, but also a variety of colors such as green, white, and blue-gray. [Accommodation] Danxia Mingzhu Hotel Day 4 [Transportation] 07:30 By car [Attraction/experience] 10:30, 2 hour(s), Jiayuguan Gate Tower, Arrive at [Jiayuguan Fortress] around 10:30. Thanks to its unique geographical location, it is known as the "First and Greatest Pass Under Heaven." Every inch of land here exudes the vicissitudes of history. [Dining] 12:30, 1 hour(s), Lunch, 12:30 Lunch at your own expense. You can choose specific dishes based on recommendations from Dianping or your driver. [Attraction/experience] 13:30, 1 hour(s), first trick, Arrive at around 13:30 at the "First Pier of the World", the southernmost pier of the western Great Wall of Jiayuguan and the westernmost pier of the Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty. Looking south, the peaks under the blue sky are eternally white and majestic, like guardians on the northwest land. [Attraction/experience] 16:00, 30 min(s), Dadi Zhizi, Arrive at the "Baby of the Earth" around 16:00, located on the boundless Gobi Desert. The "Giant Infant" is sleeping soundly here. From its expression, you can see the newborn's natural attachment and trust in its mother. Here, you will be shocked and melted little by little. [Attraction/experience] 16:30, 30 min(s), Unlimited, Arrive at [Boundless] around 16:30. Stark steel pipes are boldly arranged against the backdrop of the scorched desert and azure sky. The minimalist design, set against the Gobi Desert, evokes a sub-universe detached from the main universe. Step inside and experience the visual impact of architectural art, and feel the tranquil art of the Gobi Desert. [Attraction/experience] 17:00, 30 min(s), Emperor Wu of Han, Arrive around 17:00 at [Emperor Wu of Han]. The majestic Emperor Wu of Han statue is a giant head statue located in Guazhou County, Jiuquan City, Gansu Province. It is made of red sandstone and has a total height of 34.5 meters, standing on a building with an overall height of 138.88 meters. [Dining] 19:00, 1 hour(s), Dinner, 19:00 Check in to the hotel (dinner at your own expense); recommended dishes include mutton rice noodles, Populus euphratica stewed pancakes, donkey meat noodles with yellow sauce, roast whole lamb, elm seed rice, and apricot juice. [Accommodation] Guazhou Yulin Hotel; Online rating of 4.6 · Upscale · Breakfast included Day 5 [Transportation] 07:30 By car [Attraction/experience] 09:30, 2 hour(s), 榆林窟, 【Yulin Caves】, also known as Wanfo Caves, were first built in the Northern Wei Dynasty. All the caves are carved into the steep cliffs on both sides of the Yulin River canyon, which is as spectacular as if the ground had cracked open. They are known as sister caves to the Mogao Caves. Because they are not as famous, the caves have been very well protected, especially the Western Xia murals, whose artistic value exceeds that of the Mogao Caves. [Dining] 12:00, 1 hour(s), Lunch, 12:00 PM Lunch is at your own expense. You can choose specific dishes based on recommendations from Dianping or your driver. [Attraction/experience] 14:00, 1 hour(s), 锁阳城遗址, [Suoyang City Ruins] The ruins of the ancient Guazhou Prefecture city, and also a major ancient city on the Silk Road. Standing beneath the Suoyang City Ruins, feel the past glory of a vital Silk Road town in the Gobi Desert. [Attraction/experience] 17:00, 2 hour(s) 30 min(s), Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring, Singing Sand Mountain and Crescent Spring: the tinkling of camel bells echoes through the air as wind whispers across the sand. Adjacent to Dunhuang, Singing Sand Mountain cradles a crescent-shaped spring, a vital source of life in the Gobi Desert. As the afternoon sun mellows, losing its intense heat, it becomes the perfect time to explore. [Dining] 20:30, 2 hour(s), Dinner, 沙州夜市, We recommend the mutton soup with rice noodles, Populus euphratica braised flatbread, donkey meat noodles with yellow sauce, roasted whole lamb, elm seed rice, and apricot juice. [Accommodation] Dunhuang FG Hotel; Online rating of 4.6 · Upscale · Breakfast included Day 6 [Transportation] 07:30 By car [Attraction/experience] 09:00, 3 hour(s), Mogao Caves, The largest and most comprehensive Buddhist art site in the world. Step into the Mogao Grottoes, first watch a film, then enter the caves to experience the great wisdom of the ancients and embrace a thousand years of art. Your visit time to the Mogao Grottoes will depend on the time slot you booked. This time is for reference only. [Dining] 12:30, 1 hour(s), Lunch, Lunch is at your own expense. We recommend mutton soup noodles, poplar braised饼, donkey meat noodles, roasted whole lamb, elm money rice, and apricot juice. [Attraction/experience] 13:30, 2 hour(s), Dunhuang Painting Academy, Become an "artist" at the Dunhuang Painting Academy and participate in a Dunhuang mural copying experience. This is a very challenging experience that requires a high degree of professional skill and patience. Through copying, we can better understand and inherit ancient Chinese art and culture. The experience time is approximately 1-2 hours.
1. Definition of Child: Ages 2-12 and under 1.2 meters in height (excluding 1.2 meters). Individuals not meeting the child definition should purchase tickets at the adult price. Any resulting ticket price difference will be refunded on-site by staff based on the actual situation. If a child ticket is purchased but the individual does not meet the child definition on-site, the price difference must be paid. 2. Children's fee includes: vehicle, experience, and service. 3. Children's fees do not include: admission tickets, bed, breakfast. 4. Children accompanied by a single parent require a separate room, therefore the child rate is not applicable. Any discounts on children's admission tickets during the trip will be refunded after the tour concludes.
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