China Silk Road

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17 days

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A very informative and interesting range of places of interest visited. Very good food and accommodation supplied, as well as a very good local guide.

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17 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Ends

Beijing, China

Kashgar, China

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Highlights

Forbidden City and Summer Palace visits in Beijing

Visit a less busy section of The Great Wall at Mutianyu

Visit Xian and witness the mighty Terracotta Warriors

Be immersed in the hustle & bustle of the markets in Kashgar

Experience Urumqi, the capital of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region

Marvel at Heaven's Lake and the Tian Shan Mountains

Explore Labrang Monastery

See the Mogao Caves & Dunhuang

Marvel at Heaven's Lake and the Tian Shan Mountains

Explore Labrang Monastery

See the Mogao Caves & Dunhuang

Itinerary

The China Silk Road tour invites you to retrace the ancient trade routes of the East, journeying 17 days from Beijing to Kashgar. Perfect for culturally curious travelers and seniors, this easy-paced adventure encompasses the Great Wall, the archaeological marvel of Xian’s Terracotta Warriors, the spiritual grandeur of Xiahe’s Buddhist monastery, and the intricate Buddhist art of the Dunhuang grottos. Skirt the austere beauty of the Gobi Desert before reaching the oasis town of Turpan and the bustling markets of Kashgar. The trip’s standout feature is its unique blend of historical depth and varied landscapes, offering a window into the vibrant cultures, religions, and commerce that shaped China’s Silk Road. Guided by local experts and supported by thoughtfully arranged logistics, this tour package ensures a seamless, educational, and visually stunning journey across northern China’s legendary corridor.

day 1Join Beijing

If you are arriving into Beijing today you will be collected from the airport and transferred to the group hotel. This evening you will meet with the rest of the group in the hotel lobby for a trip briefing (your guide will advise you of the meeting time) before you head out for a group welcome dinner.
Overnight: Dong Fang Hotel or similar

Meals

Dinner

day 2Visit to The Forbidden City & Summer Palace

day 3The Great Wall

day 4In Beijing, evening train to Xi'an

day 5Arrive Xi'an - city tour

day 6Terracotta Warriors & Big Goose Pagoda

day 7Train to Lanzhou, transfer to Linxia

day 8Boat trip to Bing Ling Temple, transfer to Xiahe

day 9Labrang Monastery, return to Lanzhou and overnight train to Jiayuguan.

day 10In Jiayuguan

day 11To Dunhuang

day 12Mogao Caves & train to Turpan

day 13In Turpan

day 14Drive to Urumqi

day 15Heaven's Lake. Evening flight to Kashgar

day 16Kashgar

day 17In Kashgar, trip concludes

What's Included

Accommodation

Comfortable well located accommodation on a twinshare basisAirport arrival transfer on Day 1, or with pre tour hotel booking

Meals

16 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 13 dinners

Transport

All internal transport by train (soft sleeper) or private bus, jeep or carInternal flight Urumqi/Kashgar valued at USD$170

Guide

National English speaking guide for groups of 6 or more people will have one guide accompanying them throughout the journey, while smaller groups will have local guides in each region.

Others

Local sightseeing, including entrance fees to monumentsEmergency medical kit

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