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5-Night Private Silk Road Trip from Dunhuang to Urumqi including Hotel Accommodations

5-Night Private Silk Road Trip from Dunhuang to Urumqi including Hotel Accommodations

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$2047

5-Night Private Silk Road Trip from Dunhuang to Urumqi including Hotel Accommodations

6 Days Starting in Dunhuang, China and ending in Ürümqi, China

Visiting: Dunhuang, Turpan, Ürümqi, Heavenly Lake

Tour operator:

Silk Road Trips

Tour code:

36706

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

21-99

Special diets catered:

Please advise requests

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History

Activities:

Rail Excursion, Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2149 $2047 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$102

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 5-night private journey along the ancient Silk Road, starting in Dunhuang and culminating in Urumqi. This cultural adventure begins with a leisurely exploration of Dunhuang's vibrant streets and night market. Discover the awe-inspiring Mogao Grottoes, home to exquisite frescoes and statues, before traveling by bullet train to Turpan. Here, immerse yourself in the rich history of the Silk Road, visiting the Emin Minaret, Ancient City of Gaochang, and more. Savor a traditional Uyghur lunch under grapevines. Continue to Urumqi, where the Xinjiang Museum showcases the remarkable "Beauty of Loulan" mummy. Experience the bustling Erdaoqiao Bazaar and the serene beauty of Heavenly Lake nestled in the Tianshan Mountains. With comfortable 4-star accommodations and private transport, this tour offers an unforgettable exploration of China's historical and cultural treasures.

Highlights

Explore the vibrant night market in Dunhuang.
Visit the Mogao Grottoes, known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas.
Discover the ancient trade center of Turpan and its Emin Minaret.
Experience a traditional Uyghur lunch under grapevines in Turpan.
Explore the Ancient City of Gaochang and the Karez Irrigation System.
See the well-preserved mummies at the Xinjiang Museum in Urumqi.
Enjoy the serene scenery of Heavenly Lake in the Tianshan Mountains.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Dunhuang

Location: Dunhuang

Accommodation: Hotel, 4-Star Dunhuang Hotel

Accommodation Name: 4-Star Dunhuang Hotel

Upon arrival at Dunhuang Airport or Dunhuang Rail Station, meet your guide at arrival lobby and go to the hotel for check-in. You may spend the rest of the day at your leisure exploring the streets of Dunhuang. Be sure to explore the night market nearby the hotel in the evening!

Day 2 : Dunhuang - Liuyuan (Via Bullet Train) - Turpan

Location: Dunhuang

Accommodation: Hotel, 4-Star Huozhou Hotel, Turpan

Accommodation Name: 4-Star Huozhou Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

You will visit the highlight of Silk Road today, Mogao Grottoes (Caves of the Thousand Buddhas), where you will be impressed by the fresco and statues in the caves. These caves are examples of rock-cut architecture of soft gravel conglomerate not suitable for either sculpture or elaborate architectural details. In the afternoon, you will catch a bullet train to Turpan arriving in approximately 4 hours and be transferred to Turpan hotel in about 30 minutes.

Day 3 : Turpan

Location: Turpan

Accommodation: Hotel, 4-Star Huozhou Hotel, Turpan

Accommodation Name: 4-Star Huozhou Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you will start to visit Turpan, the centre of a fertile oasis and an important trade center along the Silk Road that was once adjacent to the kingdoms of Kroran and Yanqi. You will visit Emin Minaret which is the symbol of Turpan before sampling an authentic local lunch at a Uyghur home under the grape vine in open air. Later in the afternoon, you will explore the Ancient City of Gaochang, Bezklik Grottos, Astana Ancient Tombs and Karez Irrigation System before returning to your hotel.

Day 4 : Turpan - Urumqi

Location: Ürümqi

Accommodation: Hotel, 4-Star Xiangjiang Lihua Hotel, Urumqi

Accommodation Name: 4-Star Xiangjiang Lihua Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will take a 3 hours ride to Urumqi, the capital of Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. In Urumqi, the impressive stop of the day is Xinjiang Museum where well-preserved Chinese mummies are exhibited. Among which, you will find the spectacular one standing out from the rest named "Beauty of Loulan," who was buried 4,000 years ago near the town of Loulan in Taklimakan Desert. "Beauty of Loulan" was remarkably preserved in an open coffin under hot desert sands of the Taklamakan when she was excavated in 1980.Later, you will head to stroll through the wonderful Erdaoqiao Bazaar before driving back your hotel.

Day 5 : Urumqi - Heavenly Lake - Urumqi

Location: Heavenly Lake

Accommodation: Hotel, 4-Star Xiangjiang Lihua Hotel, Urumqi

Accommodation Name: 4-Star Xiangjiang Lihua Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will take a one hour ride to Heavenly Lake, which is located on the north side of the Bodga Shan range of the Tianshan Mountains to enjoy fantastic mountain views and serene lake scenery. Then you will be taken back hotel.

Day 6 : Depart Urumqi

Location: Ürümqi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transferred to Urumqi Airport where the tour ends.

What's Included

Accommodation

Accommodation as per itinerary is included.
Entrance Fees

Entrance fees to various attractions are included.
Meals

Meals as per itinerary are included (B=breakfast, L=lunch).
Local Guide

A local guide will be provided throughout the tour.
Private Tour

The tour is conducted as a private tour.
Transport

Transport by private vehicle is included.
Bullet Train

Bullet train from Liuyuan (Dunhuang) to Turpan is included.

What's Not Included

Passport

A valid passport is required for the tour.
Walking Shoes

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended but not provided.

Requirements

Passport

Please Note

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with private vehicle transfers and a scenic bullet train ride from Liuyuan to Turpan, offering a seamless and comfortable journey through the Silk Road's captivating landscapes.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays at 4-star hotels throughout your journey, including the Dunhuang Hotel, Huozhou Hotel in Turpan, and Xiangjiang Lihua Hotel in Urumqi, ensuring a relaxing retreat after each day's exploration.

Check out our Q&As

What is the highlight of the visit to Dunhuang?

The highlight of the visit to Dunhuang is exploring the Mogao Grottoes, also known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas, which feature impressive frescoes and statues.
What unique experience is offered in Turpan?

In Turpan, you will have the opportunity to sample an authentic local lunch at a Uyghur home under the grape vine in open air.
What can I expect to see at the Xinjiang Museum in Urumqi?

At the Xinjiang Museum in Urumqi, you can expect to see well-preserved Chinese mummies, including the notable 'Beauty of Loulan,' who was remarkably preserved in an open coffin under the hot desert sands of the Taklamakan.
What natural attraction will be visited near Urumqi?

Near Urumqi, you will visit Heavenly Lake, located on the north side of the Bodga Shan range of the Tianshan Mountains, where you can enjoy fantastic mountain views and serene lake scenery.
How will I travel from Dunhuang to Turpan?

You will travel from Dunhuang to Turpan via a bullet train, which takes approximately 4 hours.

Tipping in China

If you're happy with the services provided then a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. Tipping is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across China and other Asian countries. We recommend that any tips are given to the intended recipient by a member of your group, rather than collected and passed on by the group leader. The following amounts are based on local considerations and feedback from our past travellers: Restaurants: Tipping is not common practice at restaurants in China or Tibet. Tour guides: Throughout your tour you may at times have local guides or national guide. We suggest CNY20-50 per person per day for guides. Porters: In some hotels a porter may offer to carry your bag to your room. We suggest CNY10 per bag for porters. Drivers: You may have a range of drivers on your trip. Some may be with you for a short journey while others may be with you for several days. We would suggest that you tip only those more involved with the group (for example those that help you with your bags etc). CNY10-30 per person per day is generally appropriate.
Can I travel to China without a visa?

US/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canada citizens(actually most western country citizens) planning to visit China's mainland must apply for an entry visa through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General. ... WithUS/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canadapassport, citizens do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong, but travelers who plan to visit China's mainland while in the region will need a visa to travel from Hong Kong to China. However, some cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing etc. that allow 24-hour/72-hour direct transit in China, also called the 24-hour/72-hour transit without visa, regulates that visa is not required for air, train, and ship passengers transiting in mainland China for a stay of no more than 24 hours/72 hours before heading for a third country or region formost western country citizens.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

All of our tours are planned and operated on a twin-share basis, meaning that the standard cost is based either on individual travellers sharing accommodation with another group member of the same sex, or people who book together sharing accommodation. Silkroadtrips are pleased to offer travellers the option of pre-booking a guaranteed single room. Kindly note our single supplement do not include sharing cabins on the overnight trains or cruises.
Trains

Aboard the overnight sleeper train, berths are usually in 1st class ‘soft sleeper’ lockable compartments for 4 which have 2 sets of bunks with clean bedding provided. WC and washbasins are provided for shared use at the end of each carriage. Hot meals and snacks are sold to your berth on all overnight journeys. In times of large demand we may have to travel in 2nd class ‘hard sleeper’ which consists of sectioned off compartments for 6,leading off an open plan carriage. Bullet trains are getting popular, it is very modern with a high velocity of 300km per hour. There are western toilets, dinning car on the bullet trains, and normally for short distance running 1—8 hours.

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