Dunhuang Private Silk Road Day Tour: Mogao Caves, Crescent Spring

4.7
(7 reviews)
Dunhuang, China

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10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Embark on an exclusive Silk Road tour with our premium Dunhuang private day tour to discover Dunhuang's Treasures: Mogao Caves, Mingsha Mountain & Crescent Moon Spring, meticulously designed to immerse you in the city's iconic highlights away from the crowds. This personalized small group experience begins with convenient private hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey from start to finish.

Your adventure delves deep into the Buddhist art sanctuary of the Mogao Caves, followed by the vast, golden dunes of the Singing Sand Mountains (Mingsha Shan). Witness the natural wonder of the Crescent Moon Spring oasis nestled within the sands. As evening falls, explore the lively local flavors at Shazhou Night Market. Committed to an authentic, none-shopping tour, we prioritize cultural immersion, allowing you to skip crowded areas and connect deeply with Dunhuang's timeless legacy.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle with licensed driver
Private, small-group experience for personalized attention
One bottle of mineral water per person
Services of an English speaking local tour guide throughout the day
Visit to Shazhou Night Market
Entrance tickets as listed in the itinerary (if you select the all-inclusive option))
All local taxes and fees
Personal expense such as souvenirs or shopping
Gratuities
Optional activity (such as special caves at Mogao Grottoes and camel riding or sand skiing)
Lunch
Airport or train station pickup/drop-off available at an extra cost of CNY 200–500 per group

Meeting and pickup

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End point
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Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    At 09:00 meet your guide and driver in your hotel. Then we will drive to visit the most notable attraction in Dunhuang, Mogao Grottoes. The grottoes also were known as Caves of the Thousand Buddha, house Buddhist cave temple architecture, clay sculpture, mural paintings and manuscripts, dating from the 4th to the 19th centuries, nearly 1500 years.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain

    In the afternoon, we will continue to visit the Singing-Sand Mountain. When you slide down the slope, you can hear the roaring echo of sands, hence the name.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Crescent Moon Pool

    Walking along the mountain to reach the Crescent Lake, your eyes will be feasted on the crescent-shaped spring surrounded by the endless Gobi desert. You can try some optional activity like camel riding and sand skiing (cost on your own).

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4

    In the evening, you will visit the famous local Sazhou Night Market. After the tour transfer back to your hotel.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • Dunhuang (Pass by)

    Warm Notice: 1. The pickup time is approximate due to the open time of attractions and the peak season or not, you will be contacted one day in advance to reconfirm the exact time. 2. You might visit the Mogao Grottoes in the afternoon and Crescent Lake & Singing Sand Mountain in the morning instead based on the ticket reservation condition of Mogao Grottoes attraction site.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Camel riding and sand skiing is optional
  • Special caves at Mogao Grottoes are not included
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