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7-hour tour to Yadan National Geologic Park in Dunhuang

Dunhuang
Book online or call: +44 0800 015 4961
Duration: 7h
Activity Level: Moderate
Experience: Adventure, Historical, Nature
Language: English
Photo permit included
Tour by public transport
Canal Boat tour included
Train tickets included
Suitable for little children
Wheelchair accessible tour
Museum ticket included
Light snack included
Lunch included
Transportation included
Walking Tour

Overview

Located about two hours away from Dunhuang, Yadan National Geologic Park is a unique attraction. The fascinating landscapes and charming scenery of the Gobi desert will tell you their secrets. You will get to know the history of the place and why it's sometimes called Ghost City. Great natural masterpieces will not allow you to stay indifferent. Don't forget to take your camera to capture these moments in pictures and your memory.

What's included

  • English-speaking guide
  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Transportation
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fee (Yadan National Geological Park)
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Pick-up and drop-off from/to Dunhuang centrally located hotel

Highlights

Dunhuang
Dunhuang is located in western Gansu, an oasis in the vast Gobi Desert. Previously one of the important and strategic cities on the famous Silk Road, it contains over 2,000 years of history. Dunhuang is one of the frontier towns established around 104 BC, serving as a fortification to protect against invading tribes. Centuries later, Dunhuang was the main communication post between ancient China and the rest of the world. Christian and Jewish artifacts have been found in the area, showing the variety of travelers who made the journey along the Silk Road. Its style has fascinated travelers for ages. The Thousand Buddha Grottoes (or Mogao Caves) to the southeast of the city are a precious treasure trove of Buddhist art. There are exquisite wall paintings and statuary. Head northwest from Mogao Caves to the Great Wall at Yumen Pass and the Great Wall at Yang Pass to see the remnants of the Han Dynasty Great Wall, which were left behind in these famous mountain passes. Dunhuang's natural landscape is extremely worth seeing and enjoying. The wondrously multicolored Danxia Landform is a favorite place among photography lovers.
Yadan National Geological Park
Located about 180-kilometer northwest of Dunhuang City, Yadan National Geological Park occupies an area of about 398 square kilometers and is the largest one of Yardang Landform found so far. It is also called Devil City in that you will hear the sound just like the devil screaming when the strong wind goes through the desert. In 2006, Chinese Tourist Administration listed Yadan Geopark in 4A level scenic areas and then it became a science base, education base and geological heritage. Because of its featured landform, scenes of many films and advertisement were shot here. The vast expanse of Gobi Desert view united with magic Yardang landforms makes this park become a mysterious resort for popularizing geoscience knowledge, relaxation as well as expedition.

Itinerary

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In the morning, your tour guide will meet you in the lobby of your hotel.

Then, you will drive right to Yadan National Geological Park. The road will take approximately 2 hours. As soon as you arrive, walk around the area, get to know the history of the place and why it’s sometimes called Ghost City. You will have about 2 hours to explore the area.

Your tour will come to an end as soon as you get back to the hotel.

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