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

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