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8-Day Private Silk Road Tour: Xi'an,Zhangye,Jiayuguan,Dunhuang,Turpan,Urumqi

8-Day Private Silk Road Tour: Xi'an,Zhangye,Jiayuguan,Dunhuang,Turpan,Urumqi

By Jeff Ning China Tours
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From Xi’an to Urumqi, the eastern end to the western end of the Silk Road in China, this Silk Road tour offers you the chance to see the highlights along the Silk Road. Visit the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century-Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses;explore one of the most popular trade center betwwen ancient China and West; You will see marvelous landscapes, the extraordinary culture, and have authentic interaction with the locals. With an English-speaking guide leading the way, learn the history of China’s ancient capital and explore its celebrated food culture.4 to 5 star hotel accommodation (optional)
Lowest price guaranteeFree cancellation

Ages 0-60
Duration: 8 days
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Live guide: English
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  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Emperor Qinshihuang's Mausoleum Site Museum
  • Entry/Admission - Dafo Temple of Zhangye/Zhangye Danxia Geopark
  • Entry/Admission - Jiayuguan Fortress/Great Wall at Jiayuguan Pass
  • Entry/Admission - Yadan National Geological Park/ Yumen Pass/Great Wall of Han Dynasty
  • Entry/Admission - Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain/Ride Camels
  • Entry/Admission - Mogao Caves/Grape Valley/Karez System
  • Entry/Admission - Flaming Mountains (Huoyan Shan)/Emin Minaret (Su Gong Ta)
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Jiaohe (Yarkhoto)/Tianshan Tianchi Lake
  • Bullet train tickets from Liuyuan to Turpan(Second-class seats)
  • Air Ticket from Xi'an to Zhangye(Economy Class)
  • Private English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Transport by private vehicle.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Optional Accommodation 7 nights (only if related tour option is chosen)
  • Entry/Admission - The Museum of Qin Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses
  • Entry/Admission - Zhangye Danxia Geopark
  • Entry/Admission - Dafo Temple of Zhangye
  • Entry/Admission - Jiayuguan Fortress
  • Entry/Admission - Great Wall at Jiayuguan Pass
  • Entry/Admission - Yadan National Geological Park
  • Entry/Admission - Yumen Pass
  • Entry/Admission - Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain
  • Entry/Admission - Crescent Moon Pool
  • Entry/Admission - Mogao Caves
  • Entry/Admission - Flaming Mountains (Huoyan Shan)
  • Entry/Admission - Grape Valley
  • Entry/Admission - Emin Minaret (Su Gong Ta)
  • Entry/Admission - Karez System
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Jiaohe (Yarkhoto)
  • Entry/Admission - Tianshan Tianchi Lake
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Dinner

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 37001P170

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Most travellers can participate
        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
        • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
        • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
        • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
        • Hotel accommodation standard: 2 people per room, Standard Room (2 single beds or 1 queen bed).
        • Triple room for 3 people (3 single beds).
        • Please advise the type of room required when you booking.
        • You will need to pay an extra fee if you generate an extra number of rooms.
        • The best visiting time is from April to October.
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 37001P170

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        Itinerary
        Overview
        Full Map
        22 stops
        Day 1
        Xi'an-Zhangye
        Day 2
        Zhangye-Jiayuguan
        Day 3
        Jiayuguan-Dunhuang
        Day 4
        Dunhuang
        Day 5
        Dunhuang-Turpan
        Day 6
        Turpan
        Day 7
        Turpan-Urumqi
        Day 8
        Urumqi Departure
        About the operator
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        • Jeff Ning China Tours
          273
          Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
          Joined in September 2017
        • jonathangH3931MY
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Terracotta Warriors Solo Trip
          Pickup was smooth and flawless from the hotel to the attraction. Crystal and I had a good conversation about chinese medicine and she gave me tips on how to speak Mandarin. The tour was a lot of fun and she answered all of the questions I had. She also held onto my bag so I could take nice photos. The food we had after was also very nice. I would definitely recommend her to others!
          Written 5 December 2024
        • stephancarll
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Recommended
          A very pleasant Tour through Xi'an. Crystal, my guide was very knowlegable and fluent in the English language. I recommend this trip
          Written 11 November 2024
        • glamstae
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Dumplings and show
          The show was really great, colourful and interesting and there was an English story to follow along so you could understand what was happening. The dumpling dinner was also quite good, the dumplings look small but are very filling and presented beautifully! Really nice experience that I booked for my parents and they both loved it
          Written 10 November 2024
        • J3010PSpaulob
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unique e unforgettable experience!!!
          It was a wonderful experience. I had the unique opportunity to see pandas up close for the first time. My guide was also very efficient and attentive. She helped me a lot with the translation and took amazing photos.
          Written 9 November 2024
        • Aviation C
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Entertaining performance!!
          A very interesting show performed at the theatre.Very impressed with the setup of the stage and all that. Interesting storyline as well. I really enjoyed the performance!
          Written 3 November 2024
        • MCF_Boston
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing time on the mountain
          It was a rainy day but that worked out perfectly as it made the mountain less crowded with no wait for the bus, cable car or paths on top. We were fortunate that the weather cleared when we got to the top. Betty- our guide- was great and very informative including dinner recommendations. She also stayed with my mom (77 but in very good shape) while I went off to climb towards the middle peak once we reached the top of north peak. There we were greeted with stunning, majestic views surrounded by melodious calls from other visitors. Magical! It is understandable why this place is so important in China. Even if it were crowded it would be worth the trip. Just an incredible and special landscape. Just the cable car ride itself was thrilling. Being picked up and dropped off was a true luxury as well. Our driver (Zhang) was excellent especially as it was rainy and cloudy with heavy traffic on the drive out. He even played Chinese music for us at our request on the trip back. The tour operator (Jeff Ning) also checked in on us since it was bad weather, so the service was excellent by every measure.
          Written 30 October 2024
        • Dave2882
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great experience at the Tang Dynasty show and Dumplings!
          We had a great experience! Jeff Ning came through with the front row seats! The dumpling dinner was more than we could eat and extremely delicious! We are from the USA and love China!
          Written 29 October 2024
        • rockyhula1115
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Our Xian discovery
          Our guide, Betty Jiao, is very knowledgeable n informative in her story telling. Very helpful n attentive in making us feel comfortable n well looked after. She helps us plan our itinerary for the rest of our stay in Xian. Thank you, Betty!
          Written 20 October 2024
        • gerardvanp
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent tour at the Terracotta Warriors
          Our guide (Betty) was excellent. She was very knowledgeable and spoke very good english. The terracotta warriors tour was a fantastic experience. We highly recommend this tour. :)
          Written 14 October 2024
        • eduardokH4772RO
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A great day in xian
          The experience was incredible, but our guide was responsible of our greats moments, always gentil and taking care of us, thank you Maria
          Written 11 October 2024
        • WanderlustBlondee
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Impressive Experience & Amazing Tour Guide
          Our guide Crystal and driver Leo were friendly, informative and helpful. Crystal called us as soon as we arrived to our hotel to recommend we visit earlier in the morning due to it being super busy for the public holiday. We paid an extra $100RMB ($50ea) for headsets once we were at the site museum so we could hear her whilst walking around. We found her to be very professional and gave great recommendations of what else we could do in Xi’an. 10/10- wish we had her as our tour guide for everything!
          Written 2 October 2024
        • arydtn
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing cultural experience with a great tour guide
          The terracotta warriors is a must visit! Crystal (our tour guide) elevated the experience through her friendliness and expertise of the history. Highly recommend anyone coming to Xian to book this tour.
          Written 30 September 2024
        • 955fannif
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Trip to the Terracotta Warriors
          Jeff Ning contacted us after the booking and helped to get into contact with ourguide. He was very polite and quick to respond, making sure our experience will be the best. Fantastic organisation. Our guide was Ms Amanda, she was absolutely brilliant throughout the whole trip. The information about the history of Xi'an and the warriors was fascinating and Amanda was very knowledgable about everything. She was lovely and polite,making sure we understand everything and staying together. The restaurant was delicious and stunning. The mausoleum itself is gorgeous and breathtaking. The whole expereience was incredibly well organised and smart. We had a wonderful afternoon with Ms Amanda, Xi'an is beautiful and the Terracotta Warriors were captivating. 5 stars all around for the whole trip. Hopefully we can visit again, and Amanda can be our guide again and thank you Jeff Ning! Fanni, Flora and Maria Date of experience: 28 September
          Written 28 September 2024
        • DayTrip39875553853
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Day trip to Longmen grottoes and Shaolin temple at Luoyang from Xi'an
          The guide (Rocky) was experience and informative. He explained the history of the sites in detail. The Kungfu show at Shaolin temple is entertaining. The transport provided was new and clean. We enjoyed the day trip and overall rating is excellent.
          Written 24 September 2024
        • dewey550
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Excellent tour, amazing experience
          We had a wonderful time with Ms. Crystal as our guide to the Terra-cotta Warriors. Her English is excellent. She was knowledgeable and informative, and her humor made the trip even more enjoyable. I would recommend her and the Jeff Ning group to anyone interested in seeing the Terra Cotta Warriors.
          Written 8 September 2024
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