Zhangye is a fascinating cultural crossroads, in the heart of the Hexi Corridor, captivating visitors with its timeless Silk Road heritage, ancient temples, and traditional architecture. Opting for guided Zhangye tours is the finest way to discover the majestic Giant Buddha Temple (Dafo Temple), the Shanxi Guild Hall, the Wooden Pagoda Temple, and the iconic Drum Tower. Local museums and historic streets provide further insight into the city’s history and cultural traditions.
Beyond the city centre, our Zhangye tours offer an opportunity to explore the region’s most spectacular natural wonders. Excursions to the nearby Zhangye Danxia Scenic Area, part of the UNESCO Global Geopark, reveal breathtaking, multi-coloured sandstone mountains shaped by millions of years of geological activity. The area lies within the arid landscapes of the Hexi Corridor, close to the Gobi Desert, making it one of the region’s most memorable destinations. Excursions to the Matisi Grottoes combine ancient Buddhist cave shrines with the alpine scenery of the Qilian Mountains. Depending on itineraries, longer tours can also include Jiayuguan Pass and other significant historical sites across Gansu.
7-day Western China Highlights Tour from Xi’an
This 7-day tour takes you from Xi'an deep into Western China, through Zhangye, Jiayuguan and Dunhuang — where history, desert and colour collide in ways that are hard to prepare for.
Xi’an, Zhangye, Zhangye Danxia National Geopark (Rainbow Mountains), Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Mogao Caves, Singing Sand Dunes
Details7 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 1,270 per person
10-day Silk Road Tour in Western China: Xi’an to Kashgar
Journey across Western China from Xi'an to Kashgar on this 10-day tour. Explore ancient cities, sweeping desert landscapes, the Mogao Caves, Turpan, and the region's rich cultural heritage.
Xi'an, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan, Kashgar
Details10 Days | Private | All year round from US$ 2,540 per person
