Things to do in Gansu, China: The Best City Tours

May 21, 2021 Tynisha Seiler

Gansu (Chinese: 甘肃, Tibetan: ཀན་སུའུ་ Kan su'u) is a province of the People's Republic of China, located in the northwest of the country.
Restaurants in Gansu

1. Lanzhou Private Day Tour: Binglingsi Grottoes and Liujiaxia Gorge

Encounter China Tours
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1, Private english-guide and personal tour vehicle with driver service. 2, Off-the-beaten path without being bothered by the crowded tour groups. 3, Speed-boat can be reserved in advance to the entrance of Binglingsi grottoes. 4, The chance of experiencing authentic food in local restaurant. 5. Hassle-free tour with all entrance tickets included.

Inclusions: Personal Guide, Private transport with driver, Entrance tickets

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Boat tickets to the entrance of Binglingsi Grottoes, Gratuities for good service

Reviewed By 421subhar

She is really kind and helpful. We had an amazing day together. And got to alot of the history of beijing.

2. Xining to Chengdu Overland Journey

San Want Hotel, Shen Wang Da Jiu Dian, Chengzhong Qu, Xining Shi, Qinghai Sheng, China Mystic Tibet Tours
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Rebkong is known as the Tibetan artist village throughout Tibet Plateau. On the boundless grassland you can take a picnic and see nomads milking and herding yaks. Labrang Monastery is one of the six major Tibetan monasteries of the Gelugpa order of Tibetan Buddhism. Takstang Lamo is a rural Tibetan village, surrounded by snow capped peaks and rocky mountains; there are monasteries buildings and numerous possibilities for hikes and horse trekking. The tour continues to Zoige grassland to Tangkor Town, and is one of the most beautiful grasslands in Asia, Zoige grassland to experience real Tibetan nomads culture and daily life. There is chance to camp with local Tibetan nomads and help nomads milk yaks and collect yak dungs. Join th nomadic families to prepare lunch and dinner. Ride hourseback to the grassland to visit black tents and nomads daily life. Barkham is the home of Gyarong Tibet region and famous for it's stone houses and towers.The tour will end at Chengdu airport.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, All the ground transportation fees from Xining to Chengdu, Private vehicle from Xining to Chengdu , Experience local driver with good condition transportation according to group size., Local Tibetan English speaking guide, Driver and guide's food & accommodation, All the necessary entrance ticket fees listed above itinerary, Vehicle fuel, tools and vehicle repairs (if necessary)., All the road tolls and fuel costs, Administrative fee, Chengdu airport drop off, All the accommodation fees that listed above itinerary (based on double occupancy)

Exclusions: Passport and Chinese Visa fees, International and domestic airfare or train tickets out off Chengdu and Xining, All meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner), Insurance (travel, medical, etc), Souvenirs or personal items such as laundry, snacks, alcohol drinks, etc , Accommdation in Xining on arrival day, Xining airrport or train station pick up to hotel, Horseback riding in Takstang Lhamo

Reviewed By SiNainChina

Perfect organization of our individual trip, also including the bike tour at Qinghai lake. Our driver was local and English speaking and introduced us to the local culture. We really enjoyed this individual experience and can warmly recommend Gonkho and his team!!!

3. 2-Day Private Tour to Mogao Caves in Dunhuang

China Adventure Travel--Dunhuang

Enjoy a 2-Day private tour with a local guide to the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang and explore the highlight of the ancient Silk Road and the amazing Crescent Spring hidden amongst the Singing Sand Dunes; a visual experience sure to leave you with many lasting memories.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Overnight accommodation, Pickup and drop-off at Dunhuang Airport, Breakfast, Local guide, Transport by private vehicle

Exclusions: Camel ride at Crescent Spring (Optional), Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

4. Private Tour Dinner In The Local Restaurant And The Silk Road Show With Transfer

Silk Road Angel Tours

The local market is very popular in the city, there are a lot of food can be found here, we will show to visit the local market, try to find your favorite food in the market, BBQ, local noodles, hot pot, Sichuan food, etc. The Silk Road first appeared on the stage in 1979 in celebration of the 30th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, it has been performed more than 2,100 times for audience numbering more than 4,000,000 people. the Silk Road influenced deeply in the history of Chinese dance, enjoyed a relatively high reputation and fame in China and the world.

Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Dinner, Food tasting, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By Steven_Dunhuang

We enjoyed a perfectly organized 6 days trip from Xining to Qinghai to Dunhuang. With nice weather, nice hotels, a convenient car with a perfect driver. Steven is a highly reliable and very well English speaking guide.

5. Private Day Tour Tianshui Maiji Shan Caves from Xi'an by Bullet Train

Jeff Ning China Tours

This relaxing day trip to Tianshui from Xi'an takes you to explore the top attractions of Tianshui. You will visit Maiji Shan Caves. Tasty lunch,Round-trip or one way bullet train ticket, private guide and transfer service are inclusive.

Inclusions: Private guide, Private air-conditioned comfortable car, Local Lunch, Entry/Admission - Maiji Shan Caves, Hotel pickup and drop-off (downtown hotels only), Bullet train ticket (in 2nd class)

Exclusions: Gratuities, Dinner

Reviewed By joernb2016

This was one of the highlights of our trip. The size of the exhibition is mind blowing. But with our very knowledgeable and wonderful guide Lin, it was a perfect way for us to experience this wonderful historical site. She made it very easy for us to get around, understand all the detail and background and really enjoy it to the fullest. Also the after the tour following lunch was very entertaining and delicious. Thank you, Lin!

6. 4-Day Private Silk Road Tour: Dunhuang, Jiayuguan and Zhangye

Jeff Ning China Tour

Discover the fascinating Dunhuang city and the beautiful Jiayuguan and Zhangye during this 4-day private tour. this Silk Road tour offers you the chance to see the highlights along the Silk Road. explore one of the most popular trade center betwwen ancient China and West; You will see marvelous landscapes, the extraordinary culture, and have authentic interaction with the locals. With an English-speaking guide leading the way, learn the history of China’s ancient capital and explore its celebrated food culture.4 to 5 star hotel accommodation (optional)

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Optional Accommodation 3 nights (only if related tour option is chosen), Private English Speaking Tour Guide, Transport by private vehicle., Hotel pickup and drop-off., Entry/Admission - Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain, Entry/Admission - Ride Camels, Entry/Admission - Mogao Caves, Entry/Admission - Yadan National Geological Park, Entry/Admission - Great Wall at Jiayuguan Pass, Entry/Admission - Jiayuguan Fortress, Entry/Admission - Zhangye Danxia Geopark, Entry/Admission - Dafo Temple of Zhangye

Exclusions: Gratuities, Dinner

7. Private Tour 2-Night to Mogao Caves in Dunhuang from Beijing by Flight

SilkRoadTrips

Dunhuang is a well-known town on the Silk Road, this private tour will let you explore Dunhuang from Beijing by round-way flight. The attractions you will visit include Mogao Caves, Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang night market, Han Great Wall, Jade Gate Pass, Gobi desert and Dunhuang performance. It is one of the must-do tours in China.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary(half twin room per person), Meals as per itinerary, Local guide, Round-trip flight Beijing/Dunhuang(Economy), Transport by private vehicle in Dunhuang, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located in Beijing)

Exclusions: Gratuities

8. Private Tour 4-Day to Dunhuang and Jiayuguan from Beijing by Flight

SilkRoadTrips

Dunhuang and Jiayuguan are well-known towns on the Silk Road, this private tour will let you explore Dunhuang and Jiayuguan from Beijing by flight. The attractions you will visit include Mogao Caves, Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring, Dunhuang night market, Jiayuguan Fortress, Gobi desert and Dunhuang performance. It is very interesting to explore the western China.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary(half twin room per person), Local guide, Flight Beijing/Jiayuguan, Dunhuang/Beijing(Economy), Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located in Beijing)

Exclusions: Gratuities

9. 3-Day Private Tour to Hexi Corridor: Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang from Lanzhou

Discover China Trips

Hexi Corridor is a valley was once the sole western passage in and out of China. It was an old road scattered with historical sites. On this 3 Day Private Tour from Lanzhou, you will visit three historical cities: Zhangye, Jiayuguan and Dunhuang. You’ll discover their most renowned attractions: Zhangye Danxia Geopark; Dafo Temple, Jiayuguan Pass; Xuanbi Great Wall, Mogao Grottoes, Jiayuguan Fortress, Xuanbi Great Wall, Mogao Caves, Echoing-Sand Mountain and Crescent Moon Pool. Tour including English speaking tour guide, private car, train tickets, entrance fee, lunches and two nights accommodation.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, English speaking tour guide , Lanzhou- Zhangye, Zhangye- Jiayuguan, Jiayugan -Dunhuang, 2nd class train tickets , Bottled Water , Travel by private vehicle during the tour

Exclusions: Gratuites

Reviewed By Compass25026838530

Last year,I and my parents and my brother went to Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area. When we arrived the Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area,the scenic spot left us fist impression that the scenery is so beautiful,we never looked like this view in our country. We took the “sheepskin rafts”, A sheepskin rafts can carry three peoples,and the cost per person is 30 yuan.We felt very great when we took the “sheepskin rafts” on the Yellow River. Then we went to the most famous place of the Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area, that was the Yin Ma Gou.canyon.Within the scenic cliffs volley, other walking scene in different poses and with different expressions, path winds along mountain ridges. Stone pillars and stalagmites are usually between 80 and 2umeters.Experts investigated and evaluated: the Yellow River Stone Forest can be called "Chinese natural, the Canyon has been developed. It was physically and exhaustive day, nevertheless we did enjoy the activities . It is enriching and interesting to experience their local lives at Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Spot.

10. Private Day Tour to Zhangye Danxia Geopark from Lanzhou by Bullet Train

Discover China Trips

Book your personalized tour to enjoy the beautiful scenery and culture of Zhangye from Lanzhou by round trip bullet train. Known for its colorful rock formations, it has been voted by Chinese media outlets as one of the most beautiful landforms in China. Follow your tour guide, take the battery bus to few different platforms, you will come across breathtaking scenery of the colorful mountain. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, local lunch, travel by private vehicle, round trip bullet train tickets, Lanzhou hotel pick up and drop off.

Inclusions: English speaking tour guide, Travel by Private Vehicle, Entrance Fee, Lunch, Lanzhou city hotel pick up and drop off, Battery Bus in the Park , 2nd Class Train Tickets

Exclusions: Gratuites

Reviewed By Compass25026838530

Last year,I and my parents and my brother went to Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area. When we arrived the Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area,the scenic spot left us fist impression that the scenery is so beautiful,we never looked like this view in our country. We took the “sheepskin rafts”, A sheepskin rafts can carry three peoples,and the cost per person is 30 yuan.We felt very great when we took the “sheepskin rafts” on the Yellow River. Then we went to the most famous place of the Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Area, that was the Yin Ma Gou.canyon.Within the scenic cliffs volley, other walking scene in different poses and with different expressions, path winds along mountain ridges. Stone pillars and stalagmites are usually between 80 and 2umeters.Experts investigated and evaluated: the Yellow River Stone Forest can be called "Chinese natural, the Canyon has been developed. It was physically and exhaustive day, nevertheless we did enjoy the activities . It is enriching and interesting to experience their local lives at Yellow River Stone Forest Scenic Spot.

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