Discover the Ancient Silk Road in Comfort and Style

Follow in the footsteps of merchants, monks and adventurers on this remarkable journey through China’s wild northwest.

From the shimmering Heavenly Lake to the sweeping dunes of Dunhuang, uncover ancient temples, the incredible Mogao Caves, and the legendary Terracotta Warriors.

Enjoy the ease of air-conditioned coach and high-speed train travel, four-star hotels, English-speaking guides, and inclusive entrance fees.

Relax and absorb the fascinating cultures and warm hospitality of this captivating land.

INCLUDES:

  • 12 nights in 4 star hotels
  • Daily breakfast & 11 lunches
  • Air-conditioned coach travel
  • High-speed bullet trains
  • Entrance fees and guided sightseeing
  • English-speaking local guides
  • Two bottles of water per sightseeing day

EXCLUDES:

  • Meals and drinks not listed
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance and personal expenses
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Itinerary

Tour commences Urumqi and concludes in Xian.

Day 1 – Welcome to Urumqi

Arrive in Urumqi, gateway to China’s wild northwest. Explore the Grand Bazaar. Meals: In-flight. Overnight: Han Tang Hotel 4★.

Day 2 – Heavenly Lake & Drive to Turpan

Visit the serene Heavenly Lake, continue to Turpan and visit the Emin Minaret. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Heng Yi Hotel 4★.

Day 3 – Ancient Turpan Treasures

Discover the Karez Well System, Ancient City of Jiaohe, Flaming Mountain and Bezeklik Caves. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Heng Yi Hotel 4★.

Day 4 – Bullet Train to Dunhuang

Travel by high-speed train to Dunhuang and visit Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Fu Hua International Hotel 4★.

Day 5 – Mogao Caves & Museum

Explore the UNESCO Mogao Caves and Dunhuang Museum. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Fu Hua International Hotel 4★.

Day 6 – Across the Gobi to Jiayuguan

Drive to Jiayuguan to visit the Hanging Great Wall and Jiayuguan Fortress. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Chen Feng Hotel.

Day 7 – Rainbow Mountains of Zhangye

Marvel at the Zhangye Danxia Rainbow Mountains. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Xin Sheng Yue International Hotel 4★.

Day 8 – Buddhas & Bronze Horses in Wuwei

Visit Giant Buddha Temple, Han Tomb, and Confucius Temple. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Tian Ma Pearl Hotel 4★.

Day 9 – To Lanzhou

Visit the Gansu Provincial Museum, Yellow River Mother Sculpture, and Iron Bridge. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Holiday Inn Express 4★.

Day 10 – Bingling Thousand Buddha Caves

Cruise to the Bingling Caves with Buddhist murals and carvings. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Holiday Inn Express 4★.

Day 11 – Bullet Train to Xian

Visit Wild Goose Pagoda and Tang Everbright City. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Mercure Dazhai Road 4★.

Day 12 – Terracotta Warriors & Ancient City Wall

Explore the Terracotta Army and Xian’s Ancient City Wall. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch. Overnight: Mercure Dazhai Road 4★.

Day 13 – Farewell China

Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Meals: Breakfast. Overnight: In-flight.

THIS ITINERARY IS THE PROPERTY OF THE TOUR COMPANY AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.

Available dates: Available on application.
Pricing: Email info@travlink.net or within NZ call 0800 99 77 88 for more about this unique tour.