2-Day Private UNESCO Tour to Gaochang Ancient City and Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves

Departing from Ürümqi
Karez Well
  • A must-see for both cultural and natural attractions: Fully covers core landmarks such as the Jiaohe Ancient City, Flaming Mountains, and Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, connecting historical sites, natural wonders, and folk customs to experience the diverse charm of Turpan in one stop.
  • Exclusive private concierge service: Professional private guides provide in-depth interpretation of the cultural heritage, drivers ensure comfortable and safe travel, flexible adjustment of the itinerary pace, and adaptation to personalized tour needs.
  • Deep immersion in Silk Road civilization: Explore the wonders of rammed earth architecture, ancient Buddhist grottoes, and ancient water conservancy wisdom, touch the veins of Western civilization, and feel the unique charm of historical accumulation.
  • Authentic food and free experience: Guides select local restaurants with good reputations, unlock special delicacies such as whole roasted lamb and pilaf, experience the flavors of the Western Regions from the taste buds, and enrich the sensory enjoyment of the trip.

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What to expect

Unlock the thousand-year customs and Silk Road legends of Turpan, Xinjiang with this two-day tour that takes you to the core secrets in one stop! On the first day, depart from Urumqi and follow a private guide straight to the “Underground Great Wall” Karez, exploring the wisdom of the ancients in underground water extraction. Then, walk into Sugong Tower and feel the ingenuity of the Qing Dynasty Uygur architecture in the Islamic-style brick carving art. In the evening, stroll through the ancient city of Jiaohe and touch the world’s largest and oldest rammed earth building city in the ruins of the setting sun. Stay in a hotel in Turpan that night to recharge your energy. On the second day, meet the morning light and visit the Flaming Mountains, and personally feel the heat and magnificence of “China’s Hottest Pole.” Then, go deep into Tuyu Valley and experience the integration of multiple cultures in the ancient villages and canyon scenery of “Oriental Mecca.” Finally, walk into the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves to admire the Buddhist murals and sculptures in the grottoes that have undergone thousands of years, and feel the brilliance of the Silk Road Buddhist culture. The whole journey is equipped with an exclusive private guide and experienced driver. The guide will flexibly adjust the itinerary according to your pace and explain the historical background and cultural stories of each attraction in detail, so that you can understand the legend behind the scenery. The driver will escort you safely throughout the journey, and a comfortable private car will be used for round trips. Free mineral water and air conditioning are provided throughout the journey, so that you can easily shuttle between the attractions. There is no need to worry about planning transportation, tickets and routes. Just immerse yourself in the natural wonders and cultural treasures of Turpan. This worry-free and in-depth Silk Road trip is waiting for you to unlock!

  • Day1: Depart from Urumqi -- Turpan Karez - Sugong Tower -- Ancient City of Jiaohe -- Check into a hotel in Turpan
  • Day2: Flaming Mountains - Tuyu Valley -- Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves - Return to Urumqi
Karez Well, Flaming Mountain, Sugong Minaret, Jiaohe Ancient City, Tuyugou Valley Two-Day Tour
In the early morning, your private chauffeur and guide will be waiting in the lobby of your Urumqi hotel. You will embark on a 2.5-hour drive through the vast landscapes of the Western Regions, where the Gobi Desert alternates with oases, and wind turbine
After departing the Karez Well, you will travel by private car to the Sugong Minaret, a site of significant historical and cultural value. During the drive, your private guide will provide an initial introduction to the background of the Sugong Minaret. U
After bidding farewell to the Karez wells, travel in our private car to Sugong Tower, a site of immense historical and cultural value. During the drive, your personal guide will provide an initial introduction to the background of Sugong Tower. Upon arriv
Leaving the Sugong Pagoda, the next stop is the historically rich Jiaohe Ancient City. On the way, your private guide will provide background information, recounting the glorious past of this ancient city as the world's largest, oldest, and best-preserved
Leaving Sugong Minaret, the next stop is the historically rich Jiaohe Ancient City. Your private guide will provide context en route, recounting the glorious past of this ancient city as the world's largest, oldest, and best-preserved earthen building cit
The next day, a familiar and comfortable private car will be right on time to take you on a brand new and exciting journey. Today's first stop is the famous and fantastic Flaming Mountains! On the way, your private guide will be like a skilled storyteller
The next day, a familiar and comfortable private car will be right on time to take you on a brand new and exciting journey. Today's first stop is the famous and fantastic Flaming Mountains! On the way, your private guide will be like a skilled storyteller
Upon arriving at the scenic area, the fiery red mountain range immediately comes into view. The intense heat feels like a passionate embrace, and the unique landform seems to have been outlined by nature with its most ardent strokes, truly leaving you in
Upon arriving at the scenic area, the fiery red mountains immediately come into view. The intense heat rushes towards you like a passionate embrace, and the unique landform seems to be outlined by nature's most fervent strokes, which is truly amazing. At
After visiting the Flaming Mountains, you'll travel by private car to Tuyugou, known as a "living fossil of folk customs." Along the way, your private guide will introduce you to Tuyugou's profound history, culture, and unique folk customs, filling you wi
After visiting the Flaming Mountains, take a private car to Tuyugou, known as a "living fossil of folk customs." Along the way, your private guide will introduce you to Tuyugou's profound history, culture, and unique folk customs, making you long for your
The final stop is the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Buddhist grottoes that originated in the Northern and Southern Dynasties and were renovated and expanded during the Tang, Five Dynasties, Song, and Yuan dynasties, witnessing the brilliant fusion of Si
The final stop is the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Buddhist grottoes that originated in the Northern and Southern Dynasties and were renovated and expanded during the Tang, Five Dynasties, Song, and Yuan dynasties, witnessing the brilliant fusion of Si

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