| Day No. |
Location |
Program |
B |
L |
D |
| 1 |
Arrive Xian |
Arrive Xian
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D |
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Arriving in Xian today you will be met and transferred to the Sofitel on Renmin Square. Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy a dumpling dinner at Xian's oldest dumpling restaurant, Defachang.
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| 2 |
Jiayuguan / Dunhuang |
Qin Shi Huang Di Tomb
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B |
L |
D |
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This morning, visit the Qin Shi Huang Di Tomb, with its Army of Terra-Cotta Soldiers and Bronze Chariots - a most amazing sight. This afternoon, depart by air for the oasis city of Dunhuang. Dinner and overnight at the Silk Road Dunhuang Hotel.
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| 3 |
Dunhuang |
Crescent Moon Lake, Mogao Grottos
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B |
L |
D |
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This morning, visit the sand dunes and Crescent Moon Lake. This afternoon, make your first visit to the Mogao Grottos to view the statues and frescos - some of the finest Buddhist art is found in these caves cut into cliffs.
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| 4 |
Dunhuang / Turpan |
Camel Trek, Mogao Caves
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B |
L |
D |
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Early this morning, take a camel trek in the sand dunes. Return to the hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, make a second visit to the Mogao caves. This afternoon, visit the Dunhuang Museum, and later today, transfer to the rail station to board the overnight train to Turpan.
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| 5 |
Turpan |
Ancient City of Jiaohe and The Emin Minaret
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B |
L |
D |
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Upon arrival in Turpan this morning, check in at the Oasis Hotel. After lunch, visit the ancient city of Jiaohe and the Emin Minaret - best at sunset.
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| 6 |
Turpan / Kashgar |
Ancient City of Gaochang, Astana Cemetery, Bezeklik Caves
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B |
L |
D |
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Your morning sightseeing tour includes the ancient city of Gaochang and its necropolis, Astana Cemetery and the Bezeklik Caves. After lunch, drive to Urumqi airport for your flight to Kashgar. Check-in at the International Hotel. This evening, enjoy a roasted Lamb Banquet.
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| 7 |
Kashgar |
Sunday Kashgar Market
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B |
L |
D |
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Today enjoy the famous Sunday Kashgar Market, which still teems with traders selling tree trunks and freshly cured leather. The whole trip is worth it just for this day, and you will have all day to explore.
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| 8 |
Kashgar / Urumqi |
Urumqi City Tour
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B |
L |
D |
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This morning, depart to Urumqi by air. On arrival, enjoy a city tour, including the Xinjiang Regional Museum, and some of the local markets. Check into the Kempinski Hotel.
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| 9 |
Urumqi |
Heavenly Lake
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B |
L |
D |
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Take a full day excursion today to Heavenly Lake, returning to Urumqi late this afternoon.
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| 10 |
Urumqi / Beijing |
Day at Leisure
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B |
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Transfer to the airport for your flight to Beijing . On arrival, you will be met and transferred to the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Remainder of the day is at leisure.
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| 11 |
Beijing / Home |
Depart Beijing
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B |
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Transfer to airport for departure.
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