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Private Hiking Tour: Pingshanhu Grand Canyon and the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes

5.0 (2 reviews) 9 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Hiking Tour: Pingshanhu Grand Canyon and the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes

About this activity

Zhangye located in the northwest of China Gansu province, it was known as “Ganzhou” in the past time. As the “arm” in Zhangqian Period to the communication with the western regions in Western Han Dynasty. Zhangye got it’s name and has always been praised as “the Yangtze River region in the frontier” and “the Golden Zhangye”. This morning you will visit the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes the legend said that the Heavenly Horse left a footprint in the cave, it has become a treasure of the temple, you will see the beautiful snow mountain and grassland here. Enjoy lunch in the local ethnic Yugur people’s tent. Pingshanhu Grand Canyon is the TOP 5 grand canyon in the world. We will hiking in the park for about 2 hours.The scenic area includes the grand canyon,The scenic area includes the grand canyon, stone wonders, desert and snow mountain, primitive forest, and aesthetic value.

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At a glance

Duration
9 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Chinese, Japanese, English, French
Operated by
Silk Road Angel Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–8 years) · Youth (9–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Included: Private tour
  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Included: Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Meet your private tour guide at the lobby of your Zhangye hotel, by car / bus to the Horse-Hoof Temple Grottoes, you will see the countryside view and grassland on the way. The Horse-Hoof Temple Grottoes located in the Qilian Snow Mountain, initially the first cave was opened by Guoyu who came from Dunhuang in the third century. It is a very important Buddhism Grottoes in Gansu. Enjoy lunch a local ethnic Yugur people's tent, this minority group just can be find in Gansu province. they believe Tibten Buddhism also well. In the afternoon, transfer to Pingshanhu Grand Canyon, hiking in the canyon and the Gobi desert. you will see a very different place in western China. someone said it is like a Mars. There are many natural and cultural scenes at the scenic spot including " nine dragons at sea . miracle canyon , lovers Peak , " one - line - sky , lucky elms , inquisitive toad , bird , animals and tower as well as stone forest . the wild appearance formed in millions of years and labyrinth - like gorge took out the specific style and magnificent views found only in the west of China .

  1. Stop 1

  2. Mati Temple Scenic Resort

  3. Pingshan Grand Canyon

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Shanghui Hotel
  • Zhangye Hotel
  • Jin'an Hotel
  • Qilianshan Hotel
  • Jinrong Hotel
  • Jinyang International Hotel
  • Gaotai Hotel
  • Ganzhou Hotel
  • Wenji Hotel
  • Jiatai Motel
  • Thank You Inn Zhangye Zhonggulou
  • Zhongqi International Hotel

and 59 more pickup points

Using your ticket

  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Service animals allowed

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants

  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Traveller ratings

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Private Hiking Tour: Pingshanhu Grand Canyon and the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes

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