Silk Road 15-Day In-depth Private Tour｜Urumqi to Xi’an

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Trace the authentic ancient Silk Road over 15 days, traveling from Urumqi in far west China to the ancient capital Xi’an. Following the historic caravan route, our shopping-free journey covers Xinjiang’s desert oases, Hexi Corridor’s grand ancient passes, Qinghai’s highland lake and sacred temples, and Shaanxi’s world-famous imperial relics. All entrance fees, scenic shuttle buses, designated camel riding, daily meals and comfortable accommodation are included. Professional English-speaking guides accompany you to explore multi-ethnic culture, diverse landforms and UNESCO heritage sites without forced shopping or hidden charges.

Highlights

Highlight 1: World-famous heritage collection
Engage with Mogao Caves, Terracotta Army, Jiayuguan Pass, Ta’er Monastery, Jiaohe Ruins, Huashan Mountain and Tianchi Lake; all tickets and in-site transport pre-paid.

Highlight 2: Dramatic varied landscapes
Desert, flaming mountain, alpine lake, colorful Danxia, plateau lake and steep granite peaks featured in one itinerary.

Highlight 3: Authentic local Silk Road cuisines
Included signature dishes: Xinjiang big plate chicken, Dunhuang donkey noodles, Xi’an mutton soup.

Highlight 4: All English guide & smooth transport
Licensed English tour guide, air-conditioned coach, train tickets and round airport transfers fully covered.

Highlight 5: Scientific non-backtrack route
Route: Xinjiang→Hexi Corridor→Qinghai→Shaanxi, no redundant driving, spare free time for local night markets.

Itinerary Day by Day

Xinjiang-Xi'an(15 Days)

Day1 Urumqi Arrival

Private airport pick-up, check in city hotel. Free time to visit International Grand Bazaar or Xinjiang Museum. No meal included.

Day2 Urumqi – Tianchi Lake

Drive to Heavenly Lake for sightseeing, visit Geographical Center of Asia, return downtown. Breakfast, lunch & dinner included.

Day3 Urumqi – Turpan

Coach to Turpan; explore Flaming Mountain, Karez Wells and ancient Jiaohe Ruins with shuttle service. Full board provided.

Day4 Turpan – Dunhuang by Train

Train ride to Dunhuang, free evening for Shazhou Night Market. Breakfast & dinner included, lunch on your own aboard train.

Day5 Dunhuang – Mogao Grottoes

Full day tour of Mogao Caves with digital show, professional guide and scenic vehicle. Three meals included.

Day6 Dunhuang – Mingsha Mountain & Crescent Spring

Desert sightseeing with free camel riding and shuttle cart; all meals covered.

Day7 Dunhuang – Jiayuguan

Coach to Jiayuguan, visit Jiayuguan Great Wall Pass with in-park shuttle. Full board.

Day8 Jiayuguan – Zhangye

Head for Zhangye, explore magnificent Rainbow Danxia Landform with shuttle bus included. All meals provided.

Day9 Zhangye Pingshan Grand Canyon & Giant Buddha Temple

Visit Pingshan Canyon plus Dafo Temple, combine natural scenery and ancient culture. Full board.

Day10 Zhangye – Xining

Drive to Xining, adapt high altitude, spare free time for local night market. Three meals included.

Day11 Xining – Qinghai Lake EN: Round-trip sightseeing around vast Qinghai Lake, enjoy panoramic plateau lake view. Full board. CN: 全天环湖游览青海湖，饱览高原湖景，三餐全含，住西宁。 Day12 Xining – Ta’er Monastery, high-speed train to Huashan EN: Guided tour of Ta’er Monastery (entrance & shuttle included), then high-speed train to Huashan. Full board. CN: 游览塔尔寺（含电瓶车 + 讲解），高铁前往华山，三餐全含，住华山。 Day13 Huashan Mountain – Xi’an EN: Full-day hiking on Huashan with cable car & sightseeing vehicle; transfer to Xi’an afterward. All meals included. CN: 全天登西岳华山（含门票索道观光车），结束后乘车前往西安，三餐全含，住西安。 Day14 Xi’an: Huaqing Palace & Terracotta Army EN: Tour Huaqing Imperial Garden and Terracotta Warriors; free night for Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Datang Everbright City. Breakfast & dinner included. CN: 游览华清宫、秦始皇兵马俑，晚间自由逛大唐不夜城、大雁塔喷泉，含早晚餐，住西安。 Day15 Xi’an Departure EN: Optional city wall cycling before private airport drop-off; breakfast & lunch covered. Tour ends. CN: 可选西安城墙骑行，之后专车送机，含早午餐，行程圆满结束。

Round-trip sightseeing around vast Qinghai Lake, enjoy panoramic plateau lake view. Full board.

Day12 Xining – Ta’er Monastery, high-speed train to Huashan

Guided tour of Ta’er Monastery (entrance & shuttle included), then high-speed train to Huashan. Full board.

Day13 Huashan Mountain – Xi’an

Full-day hiking on Huashan with cable car & sightseeing vehicle; transfer to Xi’an afterward. All meals included.

Day14 Xi’an: Huaqing Palace & Terracotta Army

Tour Huaqing Imperial Garden and Terracotta Warriors; free night for Big Wild Goose Pagoda & Datang Everbright City. Breakfast & dinner included.

Day15 Xi’an Departure

Optional city wall cycling before private airport drop-off; breakfast & lunch covered. Tour ends.

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All Attraction Charges (CNY1980/pax): Full entrance fees & compulsory in-park shuttle for all listed spots, free camel ride at Mingsha Mountain; senior discount: CNY400 off for 60–69 years old, CNY600 off for over 70.
Ground Transportation (CNY2280/pax):: 30-seat air-conditioned tourist coach, all fuel, toll fee, driver allowance; all airport/train station pick-up & drop-off service.
Accommodation (CNY2180/pax): 13 nights comfortable 3-star twin hotel rooms; single supplement +CNY2180/pax; upgrade to 4-diamond hotel +CNY1100/pax per guest.
Meals (CNY1250/pax): Total 13 breakfasts +25 set lunches/dinners, set standard CNY50 per meal; featured local specialties included; meals on self-pay train excluded.
English Guide Service (CNY800/pax): Licensed professional English-speaking tour guide for full itinerary (no guide on overnight trains).
Travel Insurance (CNY30/pax): 15-day domestic tourist accident insurance, maximum coverage RMB300,000 per person.
Driver & Guide Subsidy (CNY500/pax): Shared cost based on 20-person group.
Inter-city Train Tickets (CNY600/pax): 2nd-class train: Turpan-Dunhuang & Lanzhou-Huashan.