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Jiayuguan, ChinaAttractionsSightseeing Tours
About this activity
Explore Jiayuguan's most iconic landmarks on a guided 8-hour private day tour starting from your hotel. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ming Dynasty fort that marked the western terminus of the Great Wall, hike the reconstructed Overhanging Wall, and discover ancient Wei-Jin tomb carvings that reveal daily life from 1,500 years ago.
At 9:00am, your guide will meet you at the lobby of your Jiayuguan hotel for a wonderful day trip around Jiayuguan. The first stop of today is Jiayuguan Fort, which is the very end of western end of the Great Wall in Ming Dynasty. Construction of Jiayuguan Fort began in 1372 during Ming Dynasty to fence off against Mongolians. Today, you could still see the well-preserved walls and buildings. Also known as "The First Pass Under Heaven," the fort was inducted to the list of World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1987.
Next, you will be transferred and climb up the Overhanging Great Wall, which was reconstructed in 1980s according to the original footprint to enjoy the wonderful view. An included lunch will be served right after your visit to the overhanging great wall. Afterwards, you will head to First Beacon Tower of Great Wall that is situated beside Talai River with stunning valley views.
Later, continue sightseeing and head to Wei and Jin Ancient Tombs where you will see one of the tombs that has colorful brick carving depicting the daily life of 1,500 years ago. After you have explored the tombs, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Jiayuguang where this private day trip concluded.
Next, you will be transferred and climb up the Overhanging Great Wall, which was reconstructed in 1980s according to the original footprint to enjoy the wonderful view. An included lunch will be served right after your visit to the overhanging great wall. Afterwards, you will head to First Beacon Tower of Great Wall that is situated beside Talai River with stunning valley views.
Later, continue sightseeing and head to Wei and Jin Ancient Tombs where you will see one of the tombs that has colorful brick carving depicting the daily life of 1,500 years ago. After you have explored the tombs, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Jiayuguang where this private day trip concluded.
Highlights
- ✓Jiayuguan Fort – the 'First Pass Under Heaven' and UNESCO World Heritage Site built in 1372
- ✓Overhanging Great Wall section with panoramic valley views
- ✓First Beacon Tower beside Talai River with dramatic landscape photography
- ✓Wei-Jin Ancient Tombs featuring intricate coloured brick carvings from the 1st–2nd centuries
- ✓Included lunch and hotel pickup/drop-off
Insider tips
- ★Wear comfortable hiking shoes – the Overhanging Wall section involves climbing; the 1980s reconstruction is stable but steep
- ★Bring sun protection and water; Jiayuguan sits in an arid climate with limited shade at beacon tower viewpoints
- ★Start early at 9:00am to maximise daylight for photography at the beacon tower and tombs
Good to know
- •Hotel pickup included – confirm location with supplier night before
- •Lunch provided; notify guide of dietary restrictions in advance
- •Total duration is 8 hours including travel time; wear layers for variable sun exposure
- •Camera recommended for tomb interiors and valley vistas
Who it's for
History enthusiasts interested in Ming Dynasty military architecture and Silk Road heritagePhotography-focused travellers seeking dramatic Great Wall and beacon tower landscapesCultural explorers wanting insight into ancient Chinese daily life via tomb artefactsModerate hikers comfortable with uphill sections on reconstructed wall sections
Best time to visit
Visit October–April for cooler temperatures and clearer skies ideal for fort exploration and beacon tower views. Early morning departure (9:00am) ensures optimal light for photography and avoids midday heat.
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From
€284
per person