Overview
Dunhuang is playing an important role in the silk road which links China and the west of other countries. Today we will have a private day tour to the world famous Dunhuang grottoes it becomes a world heritage and must-see site, there are 735 caves in total, among which 492 caves have murals and painted clay figures, with murals covering an area of 45,000 square meters and 2,415 colored clay statues, after lunch on own you will have fun time in Mingsha sand dune and crescent moon lake which is one of the top 5 deserts in China, you can pay on own to take a camel ride in the desert have special feeling like you walk in the ancient silk road.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Entrance fee to Mingsha sand dune and crescent moon lake
- Entrance fee and excursion bus to Dunhuang Grotoes
- English speaking guide
- Private transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Dinner
- Tips
- Slide down to the sand
- Accommodation
- Camel ride in Mingsha sand dune
- Can pay lunch on spot
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Today meet guide/driver in the lobby and visit the Mogao Grottoes are situated in a valley, Construction of the grottoes began in 366 A.D. Today a total of 492 caves are still in good condition with 54,000 sq. yd. (45,000 sq. m.) of murals, over two thousand painted statues, and five wooden buildings constructed in the Tang and Song Dynasties. Then Mingsha sand dune and crescent moon lake, Echoing-Sand Mountain is known as one of the Eight Great Landscapes of Dunhuang and one of the Four Great Singing Sands of China, Crescent Lake it is in a natural shape of half-moon and had been commonly considered as one of the Eight Great Landscapes of Dunhuang together with the Echoing-Sand Mountain early in Western Han Dynasty (206BC-24AD). You may choose 2 options are per your choice with guide or no guide, camel ride can decide on spot according to your needs.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels