1 Day West China Technology and Silk Road Tour

8–12 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

The Silk Road and its trek through deserts and hills had long been the tale of Dunhuang and West China, lasting thousands of years. Now...it goes further and further. When sand echos with solar panels, the men steal light from the sun, this old and legendary route is now rejunevated in the wisdom of mankind. This short journey will take you across the essence of Dunhuang-- from the Tower of Prometheus(CSP Station)to the Crecent Moon Spring, and from the 1,900 year-old tomb to one of the most important temples in China, you will stand beneath the starry sky, and truly know how we harness the future and the past.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English, Chinese
Written guide: English, Chinese
Operated by: CosmoRover

Ages: Children (5–10 years) · Youth (11–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years) · Seniors (61–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Admission fees: Admission fee
Included: Bilingual guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: The latest Chinese EVs are provided during the journey, such as BYD and Xiaomi.

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Personal purchases

Itinerary

Dunhuang

2 hours

In the morning, visit the Dunhuang CSP Plant, which is also known as the "Super Mirror" power station. Being China's largest molten salt solar thermal plant, it's an engineering marvel you can actually visit and experience. The plant's core is a field of 12,000 computer-controlled mirrors shattering Tyndall effect at daytime. The plant also uses molten salt to store solar energy as heat, allowing it to generate electricity 24 hours a day.
Dunhuang

one hour

In the afternoon, explore the West Jin Dynasty Tomb Site to learn about the history of Silk Road. Go an advanture deep down the tomb, and see how ancient Chinese people build their afterlives.
Dunhuang Leiyin Temple

one hour Admission included

After the tomb visit, check out the oldest temple in Dunhuang--Leiyin Temple. Being one of the origins of Chinese Buddha culture, it has stood here for thousands of years and witnessed the rise and fall of the silk road. Listen to the monk sing buddism lectures, and enjoy your inner peace.
Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain

2 hours Admission included

In the evening, climb up to the Mingsha Shan to listen to the echoing sand. Watch the sunset while singing together with the crowd.
Dunhuang

2 hours

At night around 9 p.m, take part in the star observation activity when the weather is fine. Take spectacular galaxy picture with you standing beneath it. Learn the constellation story with the teacher, and use a telescope to see the deep space.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The tour leader will meet you at the hotel's lobby with a sign with the lead traveler's name. Please share your contact method with us, so we can reach you before the day of departure.

End point

The tour leader will meet you at the hotel's lobby with a sign with the lead traveler's name. Please share your contact method with us, so we can reach you before the day of departure.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.