12 days tour

Silk Road Tour From Kashgar To Lanzhou 12 Days

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Silk Road Tour From Kashgar To Lanzhou 12 Days

This tour includes:

Flights

Kashgar to Urumqi(Economy)

Accommodation

4-star hotels(3-star in Tashkurgan)

Guide

Local guides(no guide on the flight/train)

Meals

11 Breakfasts 10 Lunches

Transport

Private vehicle for transfers per itinerary Bullet train(second class): Turpan/Liuyuan, Zhangye/Lanzhou

Others

Entrance Fees

Not included:

Insurance

It is a must to buy your travel insurance for this tour.

Others

Gratuities

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Itinerary of your trip Silk Road Tour From Kashgar To Lanzhou 12 Days

  • Day 1 Arrival Kashgar
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival Kashgar

      Welcome to Kashgar, the historical city on the ancient Silk Road. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to hotel. Enjoy your free time if you arrive early.

      Meal: NULL

      Overnight in Kashgar

  • Day 2 Kashgar To Taxkorgan, Visit Karakul Lake En Route
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Kashgar To Taxkorgan, Visit Karakul Lake En Route

      Today you will take a 4-hour car ride to the pretty Karakul Lake which is situated by the renowned China-Pakistan friendship highway. Karakul Lake is a beautiful mountain lake with altitude nearly 3600 meters, it is an imposing picture to view the lake and the snow-capped mountains at the same time. The Muztagata(7546m) is just standing beside the Karakul Lake, creating a stunning picture. You will also visit the White Sand Lake on the way, and view the yurts speading on the grassland.

      Afterwards, you will drive on to Taxkorgan that is situated at the border between China and Pakistan.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Tashkurgan

  • Day 3 Taxkorgan Back To Kashgar(320Km 6H)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Taxkorgan Back To Kashgar(320Km 6H)

      Enjoy the small town scenery in Taxkorgan, then you will visit the Stone City that was built 2000 years ago, and the ruin still can trace back its original style. Enjoy the grassland view outside the town.

      Later you will take a car to drive back to Kashgar.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Kashgar

  • Day 4 Kashgar City Tour, Then Fly To Urumqi
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Kashgar City Tour, Then Fly To Urumqi

      Today it is a busy day to explore Kashgar with a local guide. You will take the city tour by the first stop to visit the Apa Hoja Mausoleum which was built in 1640 by local Imam for his father, and later it became a family graveyard to bury 72 people for 5 generations. The mausoleum is impressive for its delicate Uyghur architectural style including the blue tiles, the dome and the minaret. 

      Next, you will visit Kashgar Old Town to explore the interesting area where there are old houses for shops, workshops, restaurants, bakery, and tea houses etc. It displays the long history and vivid lifestyle in Kashgar from ancient Silk Road period to today. Handicraft Street is a must-see section in the old town, where the huge music instruments and bronze vessels are very impressive. You might taste some local snacks here, such as Nang Bread, grilled eggs, dried fruits etc. before visiting the old Id Ghar Mosque, the biggest mosque in Xinjiang. Enter the mosque at non-praying time to appreciate its architecture and decor, please wear long pants and cover the shoulders for ladies while visiting this mosque. 

      Lunch is arranged at a local Uyghurโ€™s house for you to taste the authentic and traditional Uyghur food including nang bread, hand-stretched noodles, and pilau...etc. 

      The animal bazaar is relocated near Kashgar Airport and opens only on Sundays. If it is Sunday, you will also visit the Animal Bazaar.

      When your tour is finished, you will be transferred back to Kashgar airport to catch flight to Urumqi. Upon arrival, transferred to hotel. 

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Urumqi

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  • Day 5 Urumqi To Heavenly Lake, Then Back To Urumqi By Car
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Urumqi To Heavenly Lake, Then Back To Urumqi By Car

      Today you will take 1-hour car ride to Heavenly Lake, or Tianchi in Chinese. It is a high-mountain lake sitting in the Tianshan Mountains, and inscribed on the world heritage list by UNESCO. The lake looks like a crystal mirror to reflect the snow-capped mountains.  There are some kazak yurts on the hills, these white tents make a stunning picture with the green lake and mountains.

      Later, you will get back to Urumqi to visit the Xinjiang Museum(close on Mondays), which displays the relics excavated in Xinjiang on the ancient Silk Road. The museum is renowned for the mummies and monority costumes. 

      Then, you will be transferred back to your hotel.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Urumqi

  • Day 6 Urumqi To Turpan By Car, Sighteeing In Turpan
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Urumqi To Turpan By Car, Sighteeing In Turpan

      Today you will take 3-hour car ride to Turpan, which used to be a hub on the ancient Silk Road in the history.  

      In Turpan, you will visit the Ancient City of Jiaohe that is a huge city ruin built on a big terrace being protected by two rivers. Then you will visit the Karez Irrigation System, which supplies the water to the people living in the dry Turpan Depression by the underground system. Moreover, you will view Emin Minaret, the token of the city of Turpan with typical Uyghur architecture, which was built in 1777AD. 

      Moreover you will visit the impressive Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves where you will learn the history of Turpan on the ancient Silk Road.  The caves are situated in the amazing Flaming Mountain valley, it is a wonderful place to take photos.

      Tasting the yummy Uyghur lunch is another fun in Turpan. 

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Turpan

  • Day 7 Turpan To Liuyuan By Bullet Train, Then Drive To Dunhuang
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Turpan To Liuyuan By Bullet Train, Then Drive To Dunhuang

      Take 3.5-hour bullet train from Turpan to Liuyuan, where you will take 2-hour car ride to Dunhuang. Wander around the Minsha Shan or Singing Sand Dunes this afternoon, and view the crescent spring in the dunes. 

      It is nice to eat or wander around the Dunhuang night market this evening. Or you can watch the performance copied from Mogao Caves.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Dunhuang

  • Day 8 Dunhuang To Jiayuguan By Car
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Dunhuang To Jiayuguan By Car

      In the morning, you will visit Mogao Caves, the gem of the ancient Silk Road. The early history of Mogao can be tracked back to the 4th century, and built many times in the histoty. The colorful fresco, statues in Mogao Caves display various stories about Buddhism.

      After lunch, you will take 5-hour car ride to Jiayuguan via the western Hexi Corridor. Enjoy the sceney on the way for Gobi Desert, oasis towns, and snow-capped Qilian Mountains. 

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Jiayuguan

  • Day 9 Jiayuguan To Zhangye By Car After Sightseeing
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Jiayuguan To Zhangye By Car After Sightseeing

      Today you will visit the western end of the Great Wall, Jiayuguan Fortress, which was built on the narrowest area in the Hexi Corridor between Qilian Mountain and Black Mountain. Afterwards you will climb up the Overhanging Greal Wall to enjoy the amazing mountain view. 

      Later, you will be transferred to visit the tomb brick painting in the Wei and Jin Ancient Cemetery, where the fresh colors painted on the brick are very impressive.

      Then you will take 2.5-hour car ride to Zhangye. 

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Zhangye

  • Day 10 Zhangye Day Tour To Mati Temple And Mount Danxia
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Zhangye Day Tour To Mati Temple And Mount Danxia

      Today you will head to Matisi Monastery to view the Tibetan Buddhism monastery.

      Afterwards you will take one-hour ride to Zhangye Danxia to view the colorful Rainbow mountains this afternoon. This is very popular site recent years on the Silk Road for its impressive red, yellow, white and black clay on the mountains. 

      Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Zhangye.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Zhangye

  • Day 11 Zhangye To Lanzhou By Bullet Train, City Tour In Lanzhou
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Zhangye To Lanzhou By Bullet Train, City Tour In Lanzhou

      Today you will take 3-hour bullet train from Zhangye to Lanzhou. Upon arrival, you will visit Lanzhou, the capital of Gansu Province, which is built along the Yellow River.

      Gansu is famous for the Silk Road history, today you can visit Gansu Provincial Museum (close on Monday ) if the tickets are available.

      You will visit Zhangshan Iron Bridge, Water Wheel Park by the Yellow River, and White Pagoda Hill etc.

      Check in the hotel later in Lanzhou.

      Meals: Breakfast and lunch

      Overnight in Lanzhou

  • Day 12 Depart From Lanzhou
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Depart From Lanzhou

      Today you will say good bye to Lanzhou, transferred to Lanzhou Airport as per your flight time where the tour concludes.

      Meal: Breakfast

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 18 / Max: 80

Age range allowed for this experience.

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