https://nz.trip.com/moments/detail/dunhuang-8-138194015
甘青旅行家China

4-Day In-Depth Jiuquan Travel Guide to Bookmark

Here comes the treasure guide for a 4-day trip to Jiuquan! Want to experience the vast desert's awe? Head to the Dunhuang West Line; want to enjoy the charm of the grotto feast? Rush to the Dunhuang East Line! On Day 3, you can freely choose one: West Line Yadan + Yumenguan, or East Line Yulin Grottoes + Suoyang City. Quickly save this guide and set off~ 🌟Itinerary: 📅Day 1: Arrive in Dunhuang, enjoy private transfer service from airport/station, and start your magnificent Dunhuang journey! 📝Upon arrival, feel the unique charm of this ancient city and recharge for the upcoming trip~ 📅Day 2: Mingsha Mountain & Crescent Spring -> Mogao Caves 📝Climb Mingsha Mountain, admire the spectacular Crescent Spring, then explore the millennium-old artistic treasure of Mogao Caves and enjoy the grotto feast! 📅Day 3: Choose freely between West Line (Yadan + Yumenguan) or East Line (Yulin Grottoes + Suoyang City). If you choose East Line, the itinerary continues: Yulin Grottoes -> Suoyang City; if West Line, then: Son of the Earth -> Yangguan Scenic Area -> Yumenguan -> Yadan Geological Park 📝East Line offers grotto art and ancient city ruins, West Line lets you feel the vast desert and geological wonders—your choice! 📅Day 4: End the trip, pack your bags, and return to your cozy home or continue your next exciting journey🧳 📝Dunhuang trip concludes perfectly, leaving beautiful memories and looking forward to next time! Must-Visit Attractions: 🏜️Mingsha Mountain & Crescent Spring: The Eye of the Desert👁️, with spectacular sand dunes and eternally sparkling spring water✨! 🎨Mogao Caves: Dome cinema🎬 + grotto art, a millennium of Buddhist culture at your fingertips👀! 🏯Yangguan Scenic Area: Han-style architecture🏛️ + ancient Yangguan ruins, full of historical vibes📜! 🏰Yumenguan: Millennium-old earthen fort🏜️, weathered by time, evoking nostalgic feelings💭! 🌋Yadan Geological Park: Fantastic and spectacular Yadan landforms🌈, a great spot for photos and check-ins📷! Some Tips: 1️⃣ Don’t miss the Han Dynasty pavilion in Jiuquan Park for photos📸, the soft morning light is perfect for shots~ 2️⃣ It’s recommended to book a car in advance from Dunhuang Airport to the city🚗, as taxis may take up to half an hour during peak season! 3️⃣ Respect local Hui Muslim customs🕌 in their communities, and don’t bring outside food into halal restaurants~ 4️⃣ Wear bright clothes for photos on the Gobi Desert👗, and tie your hair tight because of the wind! 5️⃣ Try apricot peel water at old stalls in the night market🍹, the sweet and sour taste is more authentic and safe~ All the treasure ways to enjoy a private Jiuquan tour are here. Don’t wait, bookmark it now and unlock more surprises with me!
View original text
*This content is provided by our partner and translated by AI
Posted: Nov 19, 2025
Submit
0
Mentioned in this post
Attraction

Yang Guan

4.5/52684 reviews | Historic buildings
Dunhuang
No. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Gansu
Immediate access | Book now for today
PHP 413.91
Details
Show more
Related Trip Moments
Mogao Caves

Dacheng Dunhuang Exhibition Guide: Bringing the Flying Apsaras Murals into the Art Museum

HelmiKorpela
Suoyang City

Gansu Hidden Gem | Suoyang City: The Millennium Beauty of the Ancient Silk Road City

moon_leilani88
Mogao Caves

Dunhuang

NomadSoul
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

Dunhuang Sunset Check-in Route

AshokaEmpireSerenity
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

Must-see autumn travel activities in Lanzhou and other places are amazing

甘青旅行家
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

A 7-day in-depth tour of Zhangye and surrounding areas that you really won’t want to leave

甘青旅行家
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

【Dunhuang Autumn Exclusive】Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Lake, encounter the gentlest romance of the desert!

Wright Brian Bri
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

Limited-time ticket discounts at multiple scenic spots in Gansu

Trip.Pulse
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

Winter Travel Guide for Northwest China|Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop Off-Season Travel Guide

景班长
Mingsha Mountain And Crescent Spring

8-Day In-Depth Tour of Lanzhou and Surrounding Areas – This Guide is All You Need

甘青旅行家
Dunhuang Yardang National Geopark

Winter and Spring Yadan Special Offer Launch

Trip.Pulse
Mogao Caves

Winter Trip to Dunhuang|A Gentle Date Spanning a Thousand Years

Roaming Foodie