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Discover Turpan including Karez System and Emin Minaret Day Tour

Location Xinjiang, China
$429
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Overview

Discover the city of Turpan while on this full-day tour, led by a private guide. Explore well-preserved ancient towns including taking a walk on the rustic Silk Road. See the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, and other pivotal areas before returning to your hotel.
Tour
Private tour package
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 10 hours

  • private guide
  • Lunch
  • Private tour
  • Centrally located Turpan hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

  • Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves
    Meet your guide in the lobby of your Turpan hotel at 9:00am. Visit the Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, an abandoned site. Here, fresco and statues dating back to the 15th century reside.
  • Ancient City of Gaochang (Kharakhoja)
    Afterwards, you will head to the ruins of the ancient city of Gaochang. The city was one of the most renowned kingdom in history along the Silk Road. Visit temples, stupas, city walls, and more that run through the town. Take a break for lunch in the local restaurant.
  • Emin Minaret (Su Gong Ta)
    In the afternoon, visit Emin Minaret (built in 1,777 by a local king, Sulaiman), you will find it's in a typical Uyghur architecture style. It then served as the symbol of Turpan city.
  • Karez System
    Then you will visit Kerez Irrigation System to explore where the water from in the oasis town.
  • Ancient City of Jiaohe (Yarkhoto)
    The last stop will be the ancient City of Jiaohe, built on a 124-foot (38-meter) highland and home to preserved houses, temples, and stupas.
  • tour operator (pass by)

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Adult pricing applies to all travelers over 3 years old
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Discover Turpan including Karez System and Emin Minaret Day Tour

    Location Xinjiang, China
    $429
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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