9-Day Ancient Silk Road Tour: Xi'an, Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi | Yardang National Geopark | Mingsha Mountain | Yueya Spring
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Tour Code: 742692
Meals included
Get 2% off your tour package when you book this tour for a group of 10 or more traveller! This offer cannot be combined with other offers and cannot be applied to upgrades or add-ons.
2% Group Discount
$2,648.75per person
1. When booking for travel date 2026-04-13,pick the room type of double,and you can get the special price.
2. The price of the product will vary according to the selected departure date, number of travelers. hotel/room type, upgrade items, additional services, etc. The actual price shall prevail when placing an order.
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Departure City
Xi'an
End City
Urumqi
Duration
9 days
Language
English Live
Tour Themes
Cultural & Historical, Natural Landscapes
Cultural & Historical:Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities
Natural Landscapes:Natural beauty, scenic views.
Guide Type
Guided Tour
Guided Tour:Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity
Activity Level
Moderate
Moderate:Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking
Highlights
Follow the Footsteps of the Silk Road
Unique experience: Camel Ride
Excellent English tour guide service
No compulsory shopping
Attractions: Mogao Caves; Yangguan Cultural Relics; Yumen Pass
Include air ticket from Xi'an to Dunhuang & Dunhuang to Turpan and 20kg free luggage allowance for each flight
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Itinerary
D1
Home - Xi'an (XIY)
On the flight or similar
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Take the flight to Xi'an.
D2
Xi'an (XIY)
Novotel Xi'an Daming Palace or similar
B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
Arrive in Xi'an. We will provide an airport pick-up service and escort you to the hotel. The remaining part of the day is free at leisure. No meals are included today.
D3
Xi'an
Novotel Xi'an Daming Palace or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included
Terracotta Warriors and Horses
Ancient City Wall
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
After breakfast, visit the Terra-cotta Warriors, one of the eight wonders of the world (including a sightseeing bus and headphones). Then, visit Xi'an Ancient City Wall, which is the largest and most intact ancient city wall in China. Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a famous Buddhist pagoda, and immerse yourself in the history and culture thousands of years ago. As night falls, visit the Grand Tang Dynasty Ever-bright City to appreciate its nighttime scenery and experience the splendor of the Tang Dynasty.
D4
Xi'an (XIY) - Dunhuang (DNH)
Tianhe Hotel Dunhuang or similar
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Included
Crescent Spring of Mingsha Mountain
After breakfast, take the flight to Dunhuang. Mingsha Mountain and Yueya Spring are iconic landmarks of Dunhuang, where golden dunes embrace a crescent-shaped oasis, creating a miraculous "desert-meets-water" scene. A camel ride here offers a unique adventure: accompanied by the rhythmic tinkling of bells, you'll ascend the sandy slopes, gazing down at the emerald lake and vast dunes, as if stepping into the ancient Silk Road's grandeur and romance.No lunch is included today.
D5
Dunhuang
Tianhe Hotel Dunhuang or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Excluded
Dunhuang Yadan National Geopark
After breakfast, go to Yangguan Cultural Relics, which was once the key pass of the Silk Road. Then, head to Yumen Pass and visit the ruins of the Great Wall of the Han Dynasty, which is the oldest defensive system in China. Yardang National Geopark has more than 5000 mounds on the Gobi Desert. Walk through the area, you can hear the weird winds. Return to the Dunhuang, go to Dunhuang Night Market and explore the ethnic delicacies. No dinner is included today.
D6
Dunhuang (DNH) - Turpan (TLQ)
Hampton by Hilton Turpan or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included
Mogao Grottoes
After breakfast, visit the Mogao Caves, which is China's largest and most comprehensive repository of classical cultural.In the afternoon, take the flight to Turpan. Upon arrival, visit Jiaohe Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was once the capital of the ancient Cheshi Kingdom in the Western Regions. After that, enjoy Roast Lamb Leg(4 or more people) or Lamb Kebab(less than 4 people) for dinner, which is a signature dish of Silk Road cuisine.
D7
Turpan - Urumqi
Universal Hotel Urumqi or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Included
After breakfast, visit the Tuyoq Mazha Village. It is a historic Uyghur settlement.Yellow clay walls paint a living tableau of traditional life. Karez Park showcases Xinjiang's extraordinary hydrological wonder. It preserves the complete 2,000-year-old karez irrigation system. Flaming Mountain is like nature's giant oven. This 100km stretch of red mountains gets so hot in summer.After that, coach to Urumqi. Check in and rest.
D8
Urumqi
Universal Hotel Urumqi or similar
B: Included, L: Included, D: Excluded
After breakfast, set off to visit Heavenly Lake in the Tianshan Mountain. It is known for its stunning snow-capped mountains, crystal-clear waters, and breathtaking natural scenery, it is often called the "Fairyland of Yaochi." In the afternoon return to Urumqi, head to the International Grand Bazaar, which is the largest international trade market in the Northwest region. No dinner is included today.
D9
Urumqi (URC) - Home
B: Included, L: Excluded, D: Excluded
After breakfast, escort you to the airport at the unified time.
Note: Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.
Meeting & Transfer Info
Transfer Info
【Airport Pickup Information on Day 2】
Dedicated staff will be holding a sign for pickup at Xi'an Xianyang International Airport (XIY) throughout the day. Guests with similar flight arrival times are kindly requested to wait patiently. 【Airport Departure Information】
Complimentary transfer to Ürümqi Diwopu International Airport (URC) is provided at the end of the itinerary.
Time limit for providing flight information:
Kindly submit your flight details at least 7 days in advance of the group joining date. Failure to do so may result in an unsuccessful arrangement of the transfer service.
What’s Included
Includes
Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary
Professional tour escort, local guides & coach driver
7 nights of hotel accommodation with private bathroom as outlined in the itinerary or comparable
All hotel and airport transfers, air-conditioned luxury coach and other specified types of transportation as outlined in the itinerary
Meals provided are indicated as (B) for Breakfast, (L) for Lunch and (D) for Dinner as outlined in the itinerary
Excludes
Dining: Beverages and meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
Insurance: Accident insurance coverage.
Other: Personal expenses, optional activities, and any other expenses not mentioned as included.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policy:
- Over 47 days prior to departure, US$510 per person.
- From 33 - 46 days prior to departure, US$1010 per person.
- From 23 - 32 days prior to departure, 80% of total price.
- Within 22 days prior to departure or withdrawal from a tour, will regard forfeiting the tour on own, no tour fee will be refunded.
Special Notes
This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants.
In general, vaccination is not required unless traveling from or through infected areas. Emergency care is available in many places, although not as easily accessible as at home. However, it is advisable to carry common medications or prescription drugs with you.
Our company is responsible for providing the services and accommodations described in this manual to passengers. However, in cases of delays or other circumstances beyond our control where such services cannot be provided or changes to the itinerary are necessary, we will strive to provide equivalent services, accommodations, and itineraries, but refunds will not be issued.
We strongly recommend purchasing the "Comprehensive Insurance Protection Plan" offered by insurance companies. Insurance premiums vary based on the travel price and age group. For detailed information about travel insurance, please contact your own agent.
Passengers are responsible for complying with the laws, regulations, orders, and/or requirements of the countries visited. Our company assumes no responsibility for any passenger refused entry. In such cases, unused portions will not be refunded.
Our company reserves the right to refuse boarding to any person whose behavior is deemed incompatible with the interests of the tour. Therefore, we are not responsible for the behavior of passengers before, during, or after the trip. If a passenger is required to leave the tour, any remaining tour fees will not be refunded.
During the actual trip, guides or drivers have the authority to adjust the order of visits, duration of stays, or meeting times at attractions according to weather, traffic conditions, etc., to ensure the smooth progress of the itinerary.
BAGGAGE
Baggage allowance in Asia and China are restricted to 20kg (44lbs.), and one carry on baggage with dimensions not exceeding 22" X 14" X 9" per person. On transpacific flights, economy class baggage allowance of up to 2 suitcases with each dimensions not exceeding 29" X 20" X 10". However, porterage for only one piece of baggage id included.
Depending on your arrival time, your hotel room may not be available until the afternoon. Most hotels allow check-in between 1:00pm-3:00pm, however some charge a fee for early check-in. Please check at the hotel desk to see if you may store your luggage at the hotel if you wish to explore the city on your own before check-in. The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service. This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel
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Pricing Info
* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double Occupancy applies when two people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* The child price defaults to the price for children under 12 years old who do not occupy a bed. If they occupy a bed, they enjoy the same price as adults.
* The package price of New Year's Day and other major Chinese holidays will be provided by consulting.
*All prices are based on US Dollar.
Booking Info
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.
Terms & Conditions
Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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