12 Days China Silk Road Train Tour
Route: Urumqi → Turpan → Dunhuang → Jiayuguan → Zhangye → Xining → Lanzhou → Xi’an | Duration: 12 Days | $2,967/person
Tour Overview
Silk Road by rail: high-speed trains connect ancient oasis cities. Mogao Caves, Zhangye Danxia, Qinghai Lake, Terracotta Warriors — comfort meets adventure
Why This Tour
- Small group (max 12-16 travelers)
- 4-star hotels throughout
- English-speaking local guides
- All entrance fees included
- Airport/train station transfers
- Weekly guaranteed departures
- 24/7 on-ground support
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day 1 | Arrive Urumqi — Airport pickup, hotel check-in, rest & orientation. Evening welcome dinner with local specialties. |
| Day 2 | Urumqi — Xinjiang Regional Museum. Heavenly Lake (Tianchi). |
| Day 3 | Urumqi (continued) — Red Hill Park. Erdaoqiao Grand Bazaar. |
| Day 4 | Turpan — Jiaohe Ancient City ruins. Karez Well system. |
| Day 5 | Turpan (continued) — Flaming Mountains. Grape Valley & local Uyghur lunch. |
| Day 6 | Dunhuang — Mogao Caves (UNESCO). Crescent Moon Spring & Singing Sand Dunes. |
| Day 7 | Dunhuang (continued) — Yumen Pass & Han Dynasty Great Wall. Dunhuang night market. |
| Day 8 | Jiayuguan — Jiayuguan Fort & Great Wall Museum. Overhanging Great Wall. |
| Day 9 | Jiayuguan (continued) — Weijin Tomb murals. |
| Day 10 | Zhangye — Zhangye Danxia Rainbow Mountains. Binggou Danxia. |
| Day 11 | Zhangye (continued) — Dafo Temple (giant reclining Buddha). |
| Day 12 | Depart Xi’an — Transfer to airport/train station. Tour ends with unforgettable memories. |
What’s Included
- All accommodation (4-star / best available, twin-sharing)
- English-speaking local guide
- Air-conditioned private vehicle
- All entrance fees
- Daily breakfast + select meals
- Airport/train station transfers
- Domestic flights (where applicable)
- Travel insurance
What’s Excluded
- Flights to/from Xinjiang
- Single room supplement
- Meals not specified
- Tips ($7/day suggested)
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities
Important: Some border areas require additional permits (handled by us). Best time: May-Oct. Winter tours available for snow scenery. Respect local customs in mosques and Uyghur areas.
Pricing
$2,967/person
Seasonal pricing may vary. Contact us for exact dates and availability.
