Dunhuang Private Day Tour to Yulin Caves, Suoyang City Ruin, Sun of Earth Statue

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About the Activity

Yulin Caves, Suoyang City Ruins, Sun of the Earth Statue, are the interesting attractions in the east of Dunhuang, China. This private day tour will let you explore these three attractions in a day with a local guide by private vehicle from Dunhuang. Chinese lunch is includes, and pickup time from your centrally located Dunhuang hotel is at 8am.

9 hours to 11 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

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Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

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

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Private tour

Food and drink : Lunch. Lunch

Transport by private vehicle

Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities

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Silk Road Trips

No.6 Eastern Ring Road, Suite 2043, Dunhuang, China, 736200tour operator • Admission Ticket Free

Yulin Grotto

Tashi County, , Guazhou County, China, 736000At 8am, your guide will meet you at your centrally located Dunhuang hotel. Then you will take 2-hour car ride to Yulin Caves. The Yulin Caves were built on bank cliffs at two sides of the Yulin River valley. There are now 42 major caves in existence together with hundreds of others scattered around, 31 on the east bank and 11 on the west bank. The first group of caves was built in the Northern Wei dynasty and in the following dynasties more caves were cut or restored. The forms of caves and contents of paintings show close connection with those in the Mogao Grottoes so they are important constitute parts of Dunhuang art complex, and have great historical and art value. The grottoes preserve nearly one thousand statues and more than one thousand-square-meters frescoes. You will follow the cave guide to visit some caves to learn the history. Note: The entrance fees for both caves are only for regular caves, and you can pay locally if you would like to visit special caves. 2 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Suoyang City Ruins

Nanba Village, Qiaozi Country, , Guazhou County, China, 736000Afterwards you will head to Suoyang City Ruins. Suoyang City Ruins was inscribed on UNESCO's list of World Cultural Heritages in 2014. Built in Han Dynasty (202BC-220AD), this border town prospered in Tang Dynasty (618-907). Suoyang City was deserted gradually after the closure of the Jiayuguan Pass in 1524. There are towers, houses, lanes, and city walls that can be seen today in the city ruins. 1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Then you will head to the huge statue of Sun of the Earth. The statue is 4.3m in height, and 15m in length. It is surprise to view such a bit statue in the gobi desert. Chinese lunch is included today. Later you will be transferred back to your hotel in Dunhuang where the wonderful day trip concludes.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

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 from centrally located Dunhuang hotel

Pickup points

Additional Information

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 3 years old
Passport name, number, and country is required at time of booking for all participants

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

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 16 May 2020Created on 28 May 2025

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