Embark on a private day tour of Turpan and uncover its iconic landmarks and ancient Silk Road heritage. Discover well-preserved ancient towns, the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, and more.
Embark on a private day tour of Turpan and uncover its iconic landmarks and ancient Silk Road heritage. Discover well-preserved ancient towns, the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, and more.
- Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves - Meet 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.
- Astana-Karakhoja Tombs - Then, make your way to the Astana Tombs, once a public cemetery 1,000 years ago for the citizens of…
- Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves - Meet 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.
- Astana-Karakhoja Tombs - Then, 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.
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Ancient City of Gaochang (Kharakhoja) - Afterwards, 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. - Emin Minaret (Su Gong Ta) - In 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.
- Karez System - Then you will visit Kerez Irrigation System to explore where the water from in the oasis town.
- Ancient City of Jiaohe (Yarkhoto) - The 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.
- Silkroadtrips - tour operator
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Lunch
- Private guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Lunch
- Private guide
- Drinks and dinner
- Gratuities
- Drinks and dinner
- Gratuities
Embark on a day-long journey in the city of Turpan with a personal tour guide. Traverse through ancient towns rich in history, including a leisurely stroll down the antiquated Silk Road. The tour includes visits to the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Astana Tombs and other significant locations, before ending the…
Embark on a day-long journey in the city of Turpan with a personal tour guide. Traverse through ancient towns rich in history, including a leisurely stroll down the antiquated Silk Road. The tour includes visits to the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Astana Tombs and other significant locations, before ending the day back at your accommodation.
- 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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
