2-Day Dunhuang Silk Road Tours From Xian by Flight

Day 1 Xian--Dunhuang by Flight

In the early morning, after breakfast our private tour guide and driver will happy to greet you at your hotel lobby with a welcome signage "Xi'an Private Tour". And then transferred you to the Xi'an Xianyang international airport, and take the 2.5 hours morning flight to Dunhuang.

Our Pick Up Sign "Xi'an Private Tour"

Upon Arrival, Our Dunhuang private tour guide will meet you at the exit of Dunhuang airport holding with a welcome sign "Dunhuang Private Tour", then transferred to your hotel in Dunhuang. You'll have a short rest.

After lunch, drive you first visit the Mogao Grottoes, the Mogao Grottoes (also known as Thousand Buddha Cave) is one of three noted grottoes in China and also the largest, best preserved and richest treasure house of Buddhist art in the world. Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes is a largest quantity of Buddhist sutras and relics kept in the caves have provided valuable material for a study of ancient China's politics, economy, and culture and arts, as well as its science and technology, military affairs, and religion, documenting national history as well as cultural exchanges between China and the world.

Later, visit the Dunhuang Museum, is located in the downtown area of Dunhuang City. In front of the museum stand a group of carved figures depicting people leading their camels as they travel along the Silk Road. The Dunhuang Museum reflects the flourishing social development and cultural exchange between China and the West during the time when Dunhuang was a major center along the Silk Road. Your tour guide will help you greater understanding of the history and culture of the Chinese people and their ancient civilization.

After finished Dunhuang Museum, drive you back to your hotel in Dunhuang and your tour ends.

Day 2 Dunhuang--Xian by flight

After breakfast, firstly visit the Crescent Lake (Yueyaquan). It is a crescent-shaped lake in an oasis, 6 km south of the city of Dunhuang in Gansu Province, China. It was named Yueyaquan in the Qing Dynasty. According to measurements made in 1960, the average depth of the lake was 4 to 5 meters, with a maximum depth of 7.5 metres (25 ft).

Then move on to visit the Echoing-Sand Mountain, the mountain is five kilometers (about three miles) away from the city of Dunhuang. Seen from afar, the mountain is just like a golden dragon winding its way over the horizon. As you approach you become aware that the sand has many colors ranging from red to yellow, green, black and white.

The Highlight Of Echoing-Sand Mountain

Sand
On days when a strong wind blows, the fast shifting sand roars; but when the wind is little more than a light breeze, the sand produces gentle, dulcet sounds akin to music.  Some say that the sand is singing, while to others it is like an echo and this is how the mountain gets its name.

After that, drive you back to the Dunhuang, have lunch at the local restaurant. Then you will be transferred to the Dunhuang airport and take the afternoon flight back to Xi'an. Upon arrival in Xian, you will be escorted to your hotel in Xian directly and your two days Xian Dunhuang Silk Road Tour ends.

Optional Service for your references:
1. Private One Way Transfer from Xian hotel to Xian Xianyang International Airport: 81USD
2. Private One Way Transfer from Xian Xianyang Airport to Xian hotel: 81USD
3. Round Way Xian Dunhuang Air Ticket: 488USD based on economic seat
This 2-Day Dunhuang Silk Road Tour from Xian is customizable, you can tailor-made your own trip.

Price Per Person in US Dollars