Dunhuang Tours 2025/2026 & China Silk Road Dunhuang Trips
Neighboring Jiayuguan in Gansu and Turpan in Xinjiang, Dunhuang was connected by the Hexi Corridor to other China Silk Road cities and countries. This historical city offers one-of-a-kind cultural and natural experiences you never have before, played out across the hundreds of caves of Mogao Grottoes and the vast, wild desert. On our expert-crafted, ready-to-book China Silk Road Dunhuang tours, admire the fabulous ancient Buddhist art, witness the unparalleled landscapes of desert and Yardang Landform, and join the locals at the night markets.
Insider’s Advice on Your Dunhuang Tour:
- How many days needed: At least 2 days are suggested for a Dunhuang highlight trip to cover Mogao Caves, Echoing-Sand Mountain, and Crescent Lake. Allow 4 days to further explore Yardang Landform, Yumenguan Pass, and the Han Dynasty Great Wall.
- Top Things to do: caves explorations, camel riding in the desert, taste local foods at Shazhou Night Market, Mingsha Mountain trekking
- Recommended Dunhuang shows: Silk Road and Flower Rain, Dunhuang Grand Ceremony, Encore Dunhuang, Ancient Sound of Dunhuang
- Extend your Dunhuang tour to Jiayuguan, Zhangye, Lanzhou, and Xiahe, other famous cities in Gansu. Travel further afield to Qinghai, Turpan, Urumqi, and Kashgar in Xinjiang for an epic China Silk Road journey.
Best Dunhuang Tours with Mogao Caves
Ancient history seldom feels so immerse in Dunhuang,where there a wealth of the Silk Road sites. Alongside your professional local guide you’ll learn the history, art, and local life, as you explore Mogao Grottoes, the ruins of China Great Wall and ancient Yumen pass, ride a camel on Echoing-Sand Mountain, and discover bazaars bustling with local flavors.
4 Days Dunhuang Highlights TourBuddhist murals and sculptures in Mogao Caves. Mingsha Mountain camel riding. Shazhou Night Market. The wind-sculpted landscapes of the Yardang Landform. The Han Dynasty Great Wall.
5 Days Dunhuang Trekking TourAncient Dunhuang City. The hidden gem of Western Thousand Buddha Grottoes. The most beautiful caves at Mogao Grottoes. Echoing-Sand Mountain trekking & sunrise. The oasis of Crescent Lake.
2 Days Classic Dunhuang TourAmazing Echoing-Sand Mountain and Crescent Spring with desert fun. Shazhou Night Market with local foods and culture experience. The most important caves at Mogao Grottoes.
Gansu Tours with Dunhuang
Step into a world of ancient history and the other-worldly landscape amid the iconic Silk Road cities in Gansu: Dunhuang, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, and Xiahe.
4 Days Jiayuguan and Dunhuang Highlights TourThe Majestic Jiayuguan Pass & the western gateway of the Great Wall. Surprising Buddhist statues of Yulin Grottoes. UNESCO-recognized Mogao Caves. Various desert activities. ardang National Geopark.
5 Days Lanzhou and Ningxia Tour from BeijingBuddhist statues and murals of Binglingsi Grottoes. Tibetan Buddhist culture at Labrang Monastery. Yellow River Park. Shapotou desert exploration. The massive Western Xia Tombs.
8 Days Middle Part of China Silk Road TourTour Dunhuang Lanzhou, Xiahe, and Jiayuguan to discover the highlight attractions: Labrang Monastery, Binglinsi Temple, Jiayuguan Pass, Mogao Grottoes, Crescent Spring, etc.
6 Days Best Zhangye Jiayuguan Dunhuang TourExplore the rich history and magnificent landscapes of the ancient Silk Road. Colorful Danxia Rainbow Mountains, Jiayuguan Pass, and Buddhist art…
Popular Silk Road Tours to Dunhuang
All trips promise a rich tapestry of rich history learning, incredible natural landscapes, diverse cultural experiences with culinary delights will absolutely bring you an unforgettable adventure.
8 Days Silk Road Tour to Qinghai and GansuTravel through the ancient Silk route along the Qinghai and Gansu provinces to explore the essence in Xining, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang.
9 Days China Silk Road Tour from Dunhuang to KashgarYou will discover iconic landmarks like the Echoing Sand Mountain, Mogao Caves, Heavenly Lake, and Jiaohe Ruins, on this 9 days tour package.
13 Days Qinghai, Gansu and Xinjiang TourWelcome to our 13-day private Silk Road journey through Xining, Lanzhou, Xiahe, Wuwei, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan and Urumqi.
9 Days China Silk Road Buddhist Culture TourEmphasizing on a trip of ancient Buddhist temples, caves & grottoes, our suggestive 9-day Xian tour to Dunhuang also traverse Lanzhou, Zhangye, and Jiayuguan.
10 Days Silk Road China Tour by TrainDepart from Xian, the starting point of ancient Silk Road, rmbark a train trip to Dunhuang, Tianshui, Jiayuguan, Turpan, and Urumqi, exploring history, culture, and nature.
