China featuring T ibet & Hong Kong
China featuring T ibet & Hong Kong
China featuring T ibet & Hong Kong
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The Legendary Silk Road<br />
<strong>China</strong>’s Silk Road is the stuff of legends. Experience the rich convergence of cultures and religions as you travel one of the world’s great<br />
trade routes on this incredible journey. From Xian – the famous gateway to the Silk Road – to the oasis town of Turpan and fabled Kashgar,<br />
explore lively local markets, experience diverse cultures and witness stunning landscapes. When you travel with us, expect special touches such<br />
as a visit a Uygher home in Turpan, a camel ride among sand dunes near Dunhuang, and a guided tour through the backstreets of Kashgar.<br />
Turpan<br />
Kashgar<br />
Xian<br />
The Legendary Silk Road 13 DAYS/12 NIGHTS<br />
LANZHOU - JIAYUGUAN - DUNHUANG - TURPAN - KASHGAR - URUMQI. Departs Thursdays from Xian<br />
From $ 3597<br />
Days 1–4. LANZHOU, OVERNIGHT TRAIN & JIAYUGUAN<br />
Transfer to Xian railway station to board the overnight sleeper train. Nestled in a narrow<br />
valley, Lanzhou was once a major transport hub and garrison on the Silk Road. Wander along<br />
the banks of the Yellow River and climb the peak of White Pagoda Hill for incredible views<br />
of the city below. Tonight you might like to try some delicious noodle soup. Take a boat ride<br />
to Bingling Si Caves before boarding an overnight train to Jiayuguan. Here, the vast desert<br />
is flanked by snowcapped peaks, making for a stunning contrast. Visit an ancient frontier<br />
fortress, climb a remote part of the Great Wall, and visit the Great Wall Museum.<br />
Days 5–8. DUNHUANG & TURPAN<br />
Travel by road to the oasis town of Dunhuang, the ideal location for a camel ride and perhaps<br />
some tobogganing in the nearby sand dunes. Visit Mogao Caves, birthplace of Chinese<br />
Buddhism and setting for some ancient Buddhist cave art before taking an overnight train to<br />
Turpan, home to the striking Emin Minaret. Enjoy lunch with a Uygher family, explore a local<br />
vineyard and visit the colourful local bazaar.<br />
Days 9–13. URUMQI & KASHGAR<br />
We drive to Urumqi, where we visit the fascinating Xinjiang Provincial Museum and bustling<br />
local market before boarding our flight to Kashgar. This fascinating frontier town is still an<br />
important hub for traders throughout Central Asia. Experience the clamour and excitement of<br />
the Sunday Bazaar, visit the Id Kah Mosque and step back in time on a walking tour through<br />
the city’s backstreets. Back in Urumqi, take a side trip to the beautiful Heavenly Lake. Set<br />
against the spectacular ice-capped Tianshan Mountain Range, the area is dotted with<br />
traditional yurts inhabited by Kazak people. Your Silk Road experience ends with a farewell<br />
dinner then an airport transfer on day 13.<br />
Want more? There are good regular flight connections between Urumqi, the finishing point<br />
of this tour, and other cities in <strong>China</strong>. For the ultimate in contrasts, why not extend your stay<br />
with a visit to the vibrant metropolis of Shanghai?<br />
Note: Variations on the above itinerary can also be arranged.<br />
Please contact us to discuss the range of options available.<br />
twin<br />
per person<br />
01 Apr 10 - 30 Sep 10 $3597<br />
Grading: Adventurous<br />
40 I CHINA <strong>featuring</strong> TIBET AND HONG KONG
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