When Silk Road Culture Meets Fabulous Fall Colors
Start from the mysterious city of Dunhuang, pass by historical Jiayuguan, and then go to Ejina Qi, which is famous for its golden poplar trees, and end the trip in Zhangye with its unique Danxia (red sandstone) landforms. Usually the poplar trees' leaves take on their gold color from mid-September to late October, so this tour is only available in this autumnal period each year. With perfect weather conditions and picturesque wild beauty, we will give you an unforgettable experience.
Tour 'Wow' Points
Admire the Splendid Golden Euphrates Poplar Forests
Visit Ejina Qi National Nature Reserve of Poplar Trees, which is one of the three remaining Poplar Tree reserves in the world. The famous movie "Hero", directed by Zhang Yimou, was shot there. It is a paradise for photographers in fall.
Capture Spectacular Views of Wild China
Visit Zhangye Danxia Geological Park and take stunning photos of the rainbow mountain and Binggou ('ice valley') Danxia landforms. Stroll beside Echoing Sand Mountain and witness the desert wonder — Crescent Lake. Shoot the marvelous desert sunset in Dunhuang.
Discover Unique Historical Sites along the Hexi Corridor
Appreciate amazing murals, sculptures, and grottoes in the renowned Mogao Caves. Visit "the First and Greatest Pass under Heaven", also the westernmost starting point of the Great Wall in the Ming Dynasty — Jiayuguan.
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Excellent tour of Xi’an and the Terracotta Warriors with Lin
We recently visited Xian with China Highlights and were assigned our excellent tour guide Lin. She was a delight to spend time with. Very knowledgeable about the city and its surroundings and its history. Always happy and smiling and had great enthusiasm for her job. She has excellent English skills.If you should ever visit Xi’an, I would highly recommend requesting her to be your guide. more
Oct 2024, 1Skibunny
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Schöne Stadtbesichtigung mit sehr engagiertem Tour Guide
Wir hatten eine super Zeit in Xi‘an mit Jenny Yan. Trotz eines kurzen Aufenthaltes hat sie uns die sch?nsten Ecken der Stadt gezeigt und in perfektem Deutsch viele spannende Geschichten dazu erz?hlt. Wir k?nnen auf jeden Fall jedem diesen Trip mit Jenny Yan empfehlen. :) more
Oct 2024, Matthias W
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Warriors and city tour
Mark was an informative and welcoming guide and Mr Ho was our considerate and helpful driver. Mark made sure we got to see all the historical sights and bustling Muslim Quarter, and gave us great hints and tips for places to eat. China Highlights organised everything for us and it ran like clockwork. more
Oct 2024, Discover293260
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Tour Map
Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Railway station or airport transfer. Saty overnight at Dunhuang.
Mogao Caves, Singing Sand Mountains, Crescent Moon Spring, and camel riding. Stay over night at Dunhuang.
Great Wall Museum, Jiayuguan Fort. Stay overnight at Jiayuguan.
The Black City, Strange Forest sunset shoot.Stay overnight at Ejina Qi.
Visit Poplar Forest National Nature Reserve, immerse yourself in the fabulous fall views.Stay overnight at Ejina Qi.
Juyan Lake sunrise shoot. The Rainbow Mountains sunset shoot.Stay overnight at Zhangye.
Zhangye Giant Buddha Temple.Zhangye Railway station or Zhangye Airport transfer.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: gs-2