What to do and see in Zhangye, Gansu: The Best Sightseeing Tours

November 7, 2021 Jacquiline Delozier

Zhangye, formerly romanized as Changyeh or known as Kanchow, is a prefecture-level city in central Gansu Province in the People's Republic of China. It borders Inner Mongolia on the north and Qinghai on the south. Its central district is Ganzhou, formerly a city of the Western Xia and one of the most important outposts of western China.
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1. 8-Day Private Gansu Exquisite Hexi Corridor Trip with Accommodation from Zhangye

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Gansu province is a famous for its rich and varied resourced for tourism development -- with all kinds of topography resources except oceans and reefs. The Hexi corridor used to be a very important part for foreign travelers arrive to center China. Our tour will bring you back to the past of the Hexi Corridor. Everyday will show you the thousand years history of this region.

Inclusions: 7 nights accommodation, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Port pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), 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.

2. Private Day Tour: Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes and Zhangye Danxia Landform

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Visit the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes the legend said that the Heavenly Horse left a footprint in the cave, it has become a treasure of the temple, you will see the beautiful snow mountain and grassland here. Enjoy lunch in the local ethnic Yugur people’s tent. In the afternoon visit the Zhangye Danxia Landform, it is the best evolved examples in China of window lattice and palace forms. it can be seen only in the arid areas of Gansu  province. The Danxia formations are surrounded by colorful hills, which seem to rise and fall like waves; with rock strata of different colors mixed in graceful disarray

Inclusions: Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Coffee and/or Tea

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Reviewed By TT-Tash

We had only one day in Zhangye and wanted to get the most out of it. We managed to do it through our tour-guide, who met us at the hotel, got to the places, organized lunch and dinner, and finally safely brought us to the railway station. First we went to Danxia which is about 40 km from Zhangye, and spent about 3 hours visiting 3 viewpoints out of 4. The transfer between the viewpoints is by bus. Everything is well organized, nice and new. The views were spectacular though we were there in dry season - the colors of the hills are brighter after rains. I would also recommed to visit Danxia after lunch as often the sun prevented making good photos. But we were afraid that the weather would get worse and chose Danxia as our first destination. After lunch we went through Zhangye in the opposite direction to visit the Grand Canyon. We didn't have time to go down and through the Canyon but it was magnificent from the top as well. Our trip was in October - not a high season, not so many visiters in both places which is good. Both places are definitely worth visiting especially if you have a good tour guide as we did :)

3. 8-Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Zhangye with Accommodation

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This private tour will show you the highlight of the Hexi Corridor of Gansu province. You will visit the famous Mogao Grottoes, Singing Sand Dunes & Crescent Moon Spring, camel riding in the desert. Great Wall of Han Dynasty etc in Dunhuang. Jiayuguan is the western end of the Great Wall of Ming Dynasty. Zhangye Danxia Landform, the Giant Buddha Temple, the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes In Zhangye. We will arrange the good 4 star hotel in Dunhuang and the best hotel in Zhangye and Jiayuguan. Wish you will have a nice trip in western China with us.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, 7 nights accommodation, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Port pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

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.

4. Private Tour of Zhangye Danxia Geopark

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This private tour will show you to the unusual place of the Danxia park, take the private car to explore and take very good photos in the park.   The area of Zhang in Danxia National Geopark is 510 square kilometres in total, it located in the north of Qilian mountains, SuNa County territory. It includes the colour hills in Linze country ,ice hills, Danxia and GanZhou District and PingShan lake. The scenic Danxia, is a distance of 40 km from east Zhang Ye city, north from Linze county town by 20 kilometers, this is the most typical arid area of northern China.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), National Park fees, Bottled water, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By TT-Tash

We had only one day in Zhangye and wanted to get the most out of it. We managed to do it through our tour-guide, who met us at the hotel, got to the places, organized lunch and dinner, and finally safely brought us to the railway station. First we went to Danxia which is about 40 km from Zhangye, and spent about 3 hours visiting 3 viewpoints out of 4. The transfer between the viewpoints is by bus. Everything is well organized, nice and new. The views were spectacular though we were there in dry season - the colors of the hills are brighter after rains. I would also recommed to visit Danxia after lunch as often the sun prevented making good photos. But we were afraid that the weather would get worse and chose Danxia as our first destination. After lunch we went through Zhangye in the opposite direction to visit the Grand Canyon. We didn't have time to go down and through the Canyon but it was magnificent from the top as well. Our trip was in October - not a high season, not so many visiters in both places which is good. Both places are definitely worth visiting especially if you have a good tour guide as we did :)

5. 2-Day Zhangye Private Tour: Binggou Danxia, Zhangye Danxia Geo Park, Mati Temple Grottoes

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This private tour will show you to visit  the highlights of Zhangye. You will visit the Binggou Danxia, Zhangye Danxia Geo Park, Pingshanhu Grand Canyon, and the Horse Hoof Temple Grottoes (Matisi Grottoes). Your tour departure point is from your Zhangye hotel.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan / coach, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities, Accommodation

Reviewed By TT-Tash

We had only one day in Zhangye and wanted to get the most out of it. We managed to do it through our tour-guide, who met us at the hotel, got to the places, organized lunch and dinner, and finally safely brought us to the railway station. First we went to Danxia which is about 40 km from Zhangye, and spent about 3 hours visiting 3 viewpoints out of 4. The transfer between the viewpoints is by bus. Everything is well organized, nice and new. The views were spectacular though we were there in dry season - the colors of the hills are brighter after rains. I would also recommed to visit Danxia after lunch as often the sun prevented making good photos. But we were afraid that the weather would get worse and chose Danxia as our first destination. After lunch we went through Zhangye in the opposite direction to visit the Grand Canyon. We didn't have time to go down and through the Canyon but it was magnificent from the top as well. Our trip was in October - not a high season, not so many visiters in both places which is good. Both places are definitely worth visiting especially if you have a good tour guide as we did :)

6. 4-night private tour from Xining or Lanzhou to Zhangye, Jiayuguan & Dunhuang

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This 4-night private tour will let you start either from Lanzhou or Xining by bullet train to Zhangye, then you will visit the attractions from Zhangye to Dunhuang including Mati Temple. Multi-color Danxia Mountain, Jiayuguan Fort, Overhanging Great Wall, and Mogao Caves etc. on the ancient Silk Road.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Accommodation (half twin room per person), Local guide, Private tour, Bullet train (Second Class), Bottled water, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

7. Amazing 6-Day China Silk Road Tour

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This 6-day China silk road private tour will provide you a great Chance to explore Zhangye, Jiayuguan and Dunhuang. All entrance fees , private van, driver, English guide , 4-star hotel accommodation and Chinese lunch are offered.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide service , Entrance fees of sites , 4-star hotel accommodation

Exclusions: Tips for guide and driver

8. 3-Day Private Tour to Hexi Corridor: Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang from Lanzhou

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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.

9. Private Zhangye Danxia Geopark Sunset Tour with Dinner

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One of the most unique ways to experience Zhangye Danxia Geopark is during the sunset when the color variation changes continuously. Start your tour in the late afternoon, follow your tour guide to take the parks battery bus, gets you to experience the most photogenic Zhangye Danxia sunsets. Bring your camera, and if you like, your own beverages to enjoy this unique experience. This private day tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, dinner, travel by private vehicle, Zhangye hotel pick up and drop off also included.

Inclusions: English speaking tour guide, Travel by Private Vehicle, Entrance Fee, Lunch, Zhangye city hotel pick up and drop off, Battery Bus in the park

Exclusions: Gratuites

10. Zhangye Rainbow Danxia Private Day Tour

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Zhangye Danxia Geopark is getting very popular for its unique landform and fresh color, this private day tour will let you explore both Rainbow Danxia and Binggou Danxia from Zhangye city center by private vehicle. Please note no guide for this tour because there are few English-speaking tour guide here, and the driver will help you take the sightseeing bus, ticket etc. We can translate/interpret via cell phone when it is necessary.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

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