Overview
Jiayuguan is one of the most important towns in Hexi Corridor along the Silk Road. This day tour willl let you start from Dunhuang to travel to Jiayuguan for a sightseeing tour by round-way bullet train. You will explore Jiayuguan Fort, Overhanging Great Wall in Jiayuguan with a local guide. A light quick lunch is included. Note this is very long day tour. If no train tickets are available, we will arrange car ride instead of.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Local guide in Jiayuguan
- Light and quick lunch
- Bullet train ticket(Second Class)
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
At 7am, your will be picked up from your Dunhuang hotel, then head to Dunhuang railway staion to catch the 2.5-hour train ride to Jiayuguan. Upon arrival, the first stop of today is Jiayuguan Fort, which is the very end of western end of the Great Wall in Ming Dynasty. Construction of Jiayuguan Fort began in 1372 during Ming Dynasty to fence off against Mongolians. Today, you could still see the well-preserved walls and buildings. Also known as "The First Pass Under Heaven," the fort was inducted to the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1987.
Stop 2
Next, you will be transferred and climb up the Overhanging Great Wall, which was reconstructed in 1980s according to the original footprint to enjoy the wonderful view. A quick lunch will be included today. Then you will take the 2.5-hour train ride back to Dunhuang. Upon arrival, you will be transferred back to your Dunhuang hotel where the tour concludes.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear comfortable shoes