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7 days from $2,199 per person
FreeStyle Touring with 17 meals, comprehensive private car sightseeing, and all on-tour transportation and internal flights
Experience the timeless rhythms of the ancient Silk Road…the spectacular natural wonders and unique cultural traditions of this fascinating, little-visited region. Comfortable accommodations, in-depth sightseeing are included with your very own car, driver and guide, and a unique itinerary that delves more deeply into the splendors of the fabled Silk Road.
Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi & Kashgar, China
Engaging Discoveries
- Experience the romance of the rails on an overnight rail journey from Dunhuang to Turpan.
- Explore ancient centers of wealth along the Silk Road, including the legendary ruins of Jiaohe and Gaochang.
- Journey into the Flaming Mountains for a privately guided visit to the Bezekklik Buddhist Caves
- Discover the majesty of remote Karakol Lake, surrounded by rugged peaks 11,000 feet above sea level!
This trip is available with professional, bi-lingual guides fluent in their own local dialect plus a variety of other languages like Spanish, Italian, Chinese and many others.
Note: A single entry China visa is required for US citizens
Day 1 - Welcome to Dunhuang
Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted and escorted by private car to the Dunhuang Hotel. After time to refresh, join your private guide to visit the Dunhuang Museum and a local evening market. Meals L
Day 2 - Dunhuang Sightseeing and Overnight Rail to Turpan
In-depth privately-guided sightseeing features Mingsha Hill, Moon Lake, and Mogao Caves. Take the overnight train to Turpan, enjoying cozy soft bed accommodations onboard. Meals B,L,D
Day 3 - Exploring along the Silk Road
Upon arrival, you’ll be escorted to the 4-star Tuha Petrileum Hotel. Then join your personal guide for in-depth sightseeing. Visit the ruins of Jiahoe; Gaochang, an ancient center of wealth on the Silk Road; and the Astana Tombs, burial site of Tang Dynasty rulers. Enjoy an evening performance of Uigur folk music and dance.
Meals B,L,D
Day 4 - From Buddhist Caves to Mythical Kashgar
Journey with your private car and driver into the Flaming Mountains for a privately-guided tour through the Bezekklik Buddhist Caves. Then fly to Kashgar where you’ll be met and transferred to the Kashgar Tianyuan International Hotel.
Meals B,L,D
Day 5 - Excursion to Karakol Lake
A full-day excursion with your personal car, driver and guide brings you to Karakol Lake, surrounded by mountain peaks at a pristine altitude of nearly 11,000 feet. Meals B,L,D
Day 6 - Explore Kashgar and onward to Urumqi
Today’s in-depth private sightseeing includes the local bazaar, Idkah Mosque and the Abakhoja Tomb. Then walk with your personal guide through the bustling Old Town for an unforgettable experience of daily life in colorful Kashgar. Fly to Urumqi and enjoy a comfortable overnight at the Sheraton Hotel.
Meals B,L,D
Day 7 - Depart Urumqi
Your private car and driver await to escort you to the airport for your onward journey.
Meals B
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