Silk Road Adventure by Shangri-La Express from Xian to Urumqi
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Appreciate the marvelous Terracotta warriors in full battle array of Emperor Qin's tomb. -
Meals will be arranged in the local restaurants which are popular with the locals. -
Our accommodation on board the Shangri-La Express offers passengers a comfortable setting with modern facilities and air conditioned cars. -
We offer carefully selected 5 Star hotels in each city. Dunhuang Silk Road Hotel is one of the best hotels in Dunhuang City. -
Visit the famous attraction along the Silk Road: The Jiayuguan Pass is known as the "First and Greatest Pass under Heaven". -
The bar car is a relaxed setting to meet and chat with your fellow passengers whilst watching the passing countryside. -
The restaurant car provides a comfortable environment and a variety of specialties and drinks with high quality. -
Explore the ancient Silk Road by riding on a camel and traveling in the deep desert. -
The night show offers a brilliant sing and dance performance and presents the folk life of the ancient people.
10-Day Xian, Tianshui, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan and Urumqi Tour
Departure Date: Sep 8th(The quotation price is based on 4 people in one room. Single Occupancy is only for hotels. Single Occupancy on train is on request.)
Enjoy the superior service on board this unique luxury train from Xi'an, which is the starting point of the ancient Silk Road.
Tipping: A service fee of $120/CNY760 p/p must be paid for personal service on board the train.
Tipping: A service fee of $120/CNY760 p/p must be paid for personal service on board the train.
From:
$ 2,499 per person
$ 2,499 per person
- Tour Summary
- Full Itinerary
| Tour Dates | Destinations | Transport | Today's Activities | Meals Included |
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| Day 1 | Arrive in Xian | Flight not included, Flight No. TBA | Airport Transfer (Xian) [detail] | \ |
| Day 2 | Xian | Shaanxi History Museum, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Imperial Banquet & Show [detail] | B,L,D | |
| Day 3 | Xian to Tianshui | Train No. Shangri-La Express 01 | The Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Huaqing Hot Springs, Hotel to Train station Transfer (Xian) [detail] | B,L,D |
| Day 4 | Tianshui to Jiayuguan | Train No. Shangri-La Express 01 | The Mount Maiji Grottoes [detail] | B,L,D |
| Day 5 | Jiayuguan | The Jiayuguan Pass(including Great Walls Museum), The Great Wall on the Cliff, Sunlight Cup Factory [detail] | B,L,D | |
| Day 6 | Jiayuguan to Dunhuang | Train No. Shangri-La Express 01 | Hotel to Train station Transfer (Jiayuguan), Train station Transfer (Dunhuang), Silk Road Lecture, Dunhuang Night Market, The Singing Sand Mountains and Crescent Spring [detail] | B,L,D |
| Day 7 | Dunhuang to Turpan | Train No. Shangri-La Express 01 | Mogao caves, Dunhuang Carpets Factory, Hotel to Train station Transfer (Dunhuang), Train station Transfer (Turpan) [detail] | B,L,D |
| Day 8 | Turpan to Urumqi | Express Bus | The Flaming Mountain, The Ruins of the Ancient City of Jiaohe, The Karez Wells, Express bus station transfer (Turpan), Express bus station transfer (Urumqi) [detail] | B,L,D |
| Day 9 | Turpan to Urumqi | Our guide and driver will escort you from Turpan to Urumqi, The Xinjiang Museum, Heavenly Lake, Boat for Cruise on the Heavenly Lake, Night Activity, Jade Factory [detail] | B,L,D | |
| Day 10 | Depart Urumqi | Flight not included, Flight No. TBA | Hotel to airport Transfer (Urumqi) [detail] | B |
Custom Tailoring: Design your own tour with our help to meet your unique interests. You don't have to compromise. Do exactly what you want to do! Let us assist you to tailor-make your own China experience. Tell us what you need now! Departure Dates and Prices
| Departure Dates | Price Per Person | Hotel Single Supplement | Availability |
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| Sep 08 - Sep 17 | $2,499 | $550 |
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Note
The quotation price is based on 4 people in one room. Single Occupancy is only for hotels. Single Occupancy on train is on request.
Tipping: A service fee of $120/CNY760 p/p must be paid for personal service on board the train. The service fee should be paid to the guide at the commencement of the trip. The guide will ensure that the staff on board the train receive are paid.
Hotels We Arranged
| City | Hotels |
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| Xian | Sheraton Xian Hotel  |
| Jiayuguan | Holidays Plaza Hotel  |
| Dunhuang | Dunhuang Hotel  |
| Urumqi | Hoi Tak Hotel |
Price Inclusions
- Meals
- Hotels
- Shared Cars and Drivers
- Shared English-speaking Guide
- Flights & Transfers in China
- Airport Taxes and Fuel Fees
- Entrance Fees
- Service Charge & Government Taxes
- Insurance
- Luggage Transfers
Customers' Reviews
It is a great idea to get the services from China Highlights since China is a large country and is kind of difficult to do all traveling by yourself. Read more
Ivan Mar. 24, 2010
Our guides were very professional, flexible and we felt comfortable with all of them. Read more
James Mar. 23, 2010
The tour organisation was well done. Thanks for a great tour. Read more
Robert Mar. 19, 2010