All Inclusive Private Day Tour: Discover Turpan including Karez System and Emin Minaret

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About the Activity

Discover the city of Turpan while on this full-day tour, led by a private guide. Explore well-preserved ancient towns including taking a walk on the rustic Silk Road. See the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Astana Tombs and other pivotal areas before returning to your hotel.

10 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Inclusions & Exclusions

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Private tour

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

private guide

Drinks and dinner

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves

Shengjin Country, , Turpan, China, 838000Meet your guide in the lobby of your Turpan hotel at 9:00am. Visit the Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, an abandoned site. Here, fresco and statues dating back to the 15th century reside. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Astana-Karakhoja Tombs

Asitana Village, Huoyanshan Country, , Turpan, China, 838000Then, make your way to the Astana Tombs, once a public cemetery 1,000 years ago for the citizens of the Gaochang Kingdom. Take the opportunity to observe the incredible tomb paintings in three of the tombs in the burial grounds. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Ancient City of Gaochang (Kharakhoja)

Sanpu Country, , Turpan, China, 838000Afterwards, you will head to the ruins of the ancient city of Gaochang. The city was one of the most renowned kingdom in history along the Silk Road. Visit temples, stupas, city walls, and more that run through the town. Take a break for lunch in the local restaurant. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Emin Minaret (Su Gong Ta)

Munage Village, Putao Country, , Turpan, China, 838000In the afternoon, visit Emin Minaret (built in 1,777 by a local king, Sulaiman), you will find it's in a typical Uyghur architecture style. It then served as the symbol of Turpan city. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Karez System

Xincheng Ximen Village, Ya'er Country, , Turpan, China, 838000Then you will visit Kerez Irrigation System to explore where the water from in the oasis town. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Ancient City of Jiaohe (Yarkhoto)

Jianggelemaisi Village, Ya'er Country, , Turpan, China, 838000The last stop will be the ancient City of Jiaohe, built on a 124-foot (38-meter) highland and home to preserved houses, temples, and stupas. 2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Silkroadtrips(Pass By)

Urumqi, China, 830000tour operator

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
We also pick up and drop off at your centrally located Turpan hotel.

Pickup points

Additional Information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 3 years old

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Dress code is smart casual • A current valid passport is required

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Urumqi time to receive 100% refund.

Operated by SilkRoadTripsCreated on 20 Feb 2017Created on 01 Jul 2024

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