Embark on a captivating day tour in Dunhuang and discover the enchanting Yulin Grottoes and historic Suoyangcheng Ruins. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Silk Road and marvel at the intricate cave art spanning over 1500 years.
Embark on a captivating day tour in Dunhuang and discover the enchanting Yulin Grottoes and historic Suoyangcheng Ruins. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Silk Road and marvel at the intricate cave art spanning over 1500 years.
- Yulin Grotto - At 8:30 am, a professional tour guide will greet guests at their Dunhuang hotel. They will travel by car or bus to the Yulin Grottoes. During the 2.5-hour journey, travelers will enjoy views of the expansive Gobi Desert, charming villages, lush grasslands, and majestic snow-capped mountains. The grottoes are carved into the cliff of…
- Yulin Grotto - At 8:30 am, a professional tour guide will greet guests at their Dunhuang hotel. They will travel by car or bus to the Yulin Grottoes. During the 2.5-hour journey, travelers will enjoy views of the expansive Gobi Desert, charming villages, lush grasslands, and majestic snow-capped mountains. The grottoes are carved into the cliff of a valley, with cave 25 being the best-preserved. The murals, featuring large scripture drawings and portraits of Buddha, showcase the advanced painting art of the Tang Dynasty from over 1300 years ago. The scripture drawings on the southern and northern walls of cave 25 are particularly large and colorful, with rare line drawings.
- Suoyangcheng Relic Site Ticket Office - The Suoyangcheng Ruins were a significant stop on the historic Silk Road, established in the 3rd century AD and listed by UNESCO in 2014. The site includes the ancient city, riverway, temple, graves, and farming area. The ancient city comprises an inner and outer city, with the city wall still standing 10 meters high. Visitors can still observe the old construction site within Suoyangcheng city. Finally, guests will be transported back to their Dunhuang hotel, concluding the tour. Wishing everyone a pleasant journey with us.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Professional art historian guide
- Transport by private vehicle
- Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Private tour
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Professional art historian guide
- Transport by private vehicle
- Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
The Yulin Grottoes are positioned 180 km from Dunhuang, mirroring the Mogao Grottoes as the two twin grottoes in this region. The 42 surviving caves, built on two steep facing cliffs, span a history of over 1500 years, from the Northern Wei Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty.
Previously a significant halt on the renowned Silk Road, the Suoyangcheng Ruins were…
The Yulin Grottoes are positioned 180 km from Dunhuang, mirroring the Mogao Grottoes as the two twin grottoes in this region. The 42 surviving caves, built on two steep facing cliffs, span a history of over 1500 years, from the Northern Wei Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty.
Previously a significant halt on the renowned Silk Road, the Suoyangcheng Ruins were first established in the 3rd century AD.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
