Could you help me with booking a train from Urumqi to Almaty?

No train from Urumqi to Almaty as it is suspended since 2020.

What payment methods are accepted for the tour?

Payments can be made using major credit cards and bank transfers.

Can flights be booked from Kashgar to Xian?

Yes, flights from Kashgar to Xian can be arranged at a price of USD440 per ticket.

How can I purchase tickets for local attractions?

Tickets for local attractions can be purchased through the tour operator or on-site during your visit.

If the tour is canceled due to low numbers, what happens?

If the tour does not have enough travelers, you will be informed, and you can either choose to reschedule or cancel your booking.

How can I arrange for airport transfer upon arrival?

Airport transfers can be arranged, and you will need to provide your flight details to confirm.

What is the price for extra nights in the hotel before the tour?

The additional accommodation before the tour is priced at USD110 per room per night, including breakfasts.

Can you please tell me your Travel Agency License Number?

Australian citizen is visa free to visit China for 15 days now, do you still need to apply China Visa? Below is the the company info, hope it can help you. Company name: SILKROADTRIPS GUANGZHOU TRAVEL CONSULTING SERVICES CO. LTD, License number: 91440101MA5CM6W151, Tourism business permit number: L-GD-100953

How do I confirm my booking for the tour?

You can confirm your booking by paying the deposit as instructed in your booking confirmation.

Are meals included during the tour?

Meals are included in the itinerary, generally with breakfast included in hotel stays.

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US $3,499 per person

Classical Silk Road 14 Days: Xian, Lanzhou, Labrang, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi, Kashgar

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From Xi'an to Kashgar

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Operator: Silk Road Trips
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 16
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Xi'an
Accommodation
Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Xi'an Bell Tower North Street), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower), Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Xi‘an South Gate City Wall )
Day 2
Xi'an
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Xi'an Bell Tower North Street), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower), Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Xi‘an South Gate City Wall )
Included Activities
- Visit Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum
- Bike ride or walk on Old City Wall of Xi'an
- Explore Muslim Quarter
Landmarks
Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum
Old City Wall of Xi'an
Muslim Quarter
Day 3
Xi'an to Lanzhou
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Mercure Hotel, South Tianshui Road), Hotel (Lavande Hotel Lanzhou West Railway Station Old Street)
Included Activities
- Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda
- Visit Dacien Monastery
Landmarks
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Dacien Monastery
Day 4
Lanzhou to Xiahe
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Jiusheng International Hotel (Xiahe)), Hotel (Xiahe Tianzhu International Hotel), Hotel (Xiahe Labrang Civil Aviation Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Binglingsi Grottos
- Ferry crossing on Yellow River
Landmarks
Binglingsi Grottos
Yellow River
Day 5
Xiahe to Zhangye
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Zhangye Jiancheng Holiday Hotel ), Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Zhangye West Railway Station)
Included Activities
- Visit Labrang Monastery with local lama guide
Landmarks
Labrang Monastery
Day 6
Zhangye to Jiayuguan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Jiayuguan Holiday Plaza Hotel), Hotel (Jiayuguan Kaitong Building)
Included Activities
- Visit Rainbow Danxia
- Visit Jiayuguan Fortress
Landmarks
Rainbow Danxia
Jiayuguan Fortress
Day 7
Jiayuguan to Dunhuang
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Dunhuang Silk Road Yijun Hotel), Hotel (Dunhuang International Hotel), Hotel (Dunhuang Zhongzhou International Hotel)
Included Activities
- View Mingsha Dunes
- Visit Crescent Moon Spring
Optional Activities
- Explore night market in Dunhuang
Landmarks
Mingsha Dunes
Crescent Moon Spring
Qilian Mountains
Day 8
Dunhuang to Turpan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Turpan by IHG), Hotel (Metropolo Jin Jiang Hotels Turpan), Hotel (Turpan James Joyce Coffetel )
Included Activities
- Visit Mogao Caves with professional guide
Landmarks
Mogao Caves
Day 9
Turpan
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Turpan by IHG), Hotel (Metropolo Jin Jiang Hotels Turpan), Hotel (Turpan James Joyce Coffetel )
Included Activities
- Visit Bezklik Grottos
- Visit Ancient City of Jiaohe
- Visit Gaochang
- Visit Karez Irrigation System
- Visit Sugong Minaret
Landmarks
Bezklik Grottos
Ancient City of Jiaohe
Gaochang
Sugong Minaret
Day 10
Turpan to Urumqi
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Atour Hotel Urumqi Minzhu Road ), Hotel (Holiday Inn Express Urumqi Railway Station), Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Urumqi Innovation Plaza)
Included Activities
- Visit Erdaoqiao International Bazaar
Landmarks
Erdaoqiao International Bazaar
Day 11
Urumqi to Kashgar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Green Oriental Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area) ), Hotel (Meilun Hotel, Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area), Hotel (Mercure Kashgar (Gucheng Scenic Area))
Included Activities
- Visit Heavenly Lake
Landmarks
Heavenly Lake
Day 12
Kashgar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Green Oriental Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area) ), Hotel (Meilun Hotel, Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area), Hotel (Mercure Kashgar (Gucheng Scenic Area))
Included Activities
- Visit Animal Market
- Visit Apa Hojia Tomb
- Visit Id Ghar Mosque
- Explore old town of Kashgar
Landmarks
Animal Market
Apa Hojia Tomb
Id Ghar Mosque
Day 13
Kashgar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Green Oriental Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area) ), Hotel (Meilun Hotel, Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area), Hotel (Mercure Kashgar (Gucheng Scenic Area))
Included Activities
- Visit Karakul Lake
Landmarks
Karakul Lake
Day 14
Kashgar
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Kashgar

Landmarks
Terra Cotta Warriors and Horses Museum
Old City Wall of Xi'an
Muslim Quarter

Landmarks
Big Wild Goose Pagoda
Dacien Monastery

Landmarks
Binglingsi Grottos
Yellow River

Landmarks
Labrang Monastery

Landmarks
Rainbow Danxia
Jiayuguan Fortress

Landmarks
Mingsha Dunes
Crescent Moon Spring
Qilian Mountains

Landmarks
Mogao Caves

Landmarks
Bezklik Grottos
Ancient City of Jiaohe
Gaochang
Sugong Minaret

Landmarks
Erdaoqiao International Bazaar

Landmarks
Heavenly Lake

Landmarks
Animal Market
Apa Hojia Tomb
Id Ghar Mosque

Landmarks
Karakul Lake

Landmarks
Kashgar

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Where You'll Stay

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Hampton by Hilton Xi'an Bell Tower North Street
Hotel
Days 1, 2
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Hampton by Hilton Xi‘an South Gate City Wall
Hotel
Days 1, 2
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Holiday Inn Express Xi'an Bell Tower
Hotel
Days 1, 2
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Mercure Hotel, South Tianshui Road
Hotel
day 3
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Lavande Hotel Lanzhou West Railway Station Old Street
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day 3
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Xiahe Tianzhu International Hotel
Hotel
day 4
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Jiusheng International Hotel (Xiahe)
Hotel
day 4
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Xiahe Labrang Civil Aviation Hotel
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day 4
Hampton by Hilton Zhangye West Railway Station
Hotel
day 5
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Zhangye Jiancheng Holiday Hotel
Hotel
day 5
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Jiayuguan Kaitong Building
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day 6
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Jiayuguan Holiday Plaza Hotel
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day 6
Dunhuang Zhongzhou International Hotel
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day 7
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Dunhuang Silk Road Yijun Hotel
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day 7
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Dunhuang International Hotel
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day 7
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Holiday Inn Express Turpan by IHG
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Days 8, 9
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Turpan James Joyce Coffetel
Hotel
Days 8, 9
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Metropolo Jin Jiang Hotels Turpan
Hotel
Days 8, 9
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Holiday Inn Express Urumqi Railway Station
Hotel
day 10
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Hampton by Hilton Urumqi Innovation Plaza
Hotel
day 10
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Atour Hotel Urumqi Minzhu Road
Hotel
day 10
Upgrade Available
Green Oriental Hotel (Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area)
Hotel
Days 11, 12, 13
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Meilun Hotel, Kashgar Ancient City Scenic Area
Hotel
Days 11, 12, 13
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Mercure Kashgar (Gucheng Scenic Area)
Hotel
Days 11, 12, 13
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Rating: 4.6(19 reviews)
Response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 100%
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5.0

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Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
5.0
Tour Operator
4.6

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Sandra
September 20th, 2024
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The trip was very well organized by Silk Road Tour. The local tour guide and program were well coordinated and...
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Jose
Asked on April 7th, 2025
Could you help me with booking a train from Urumqi to Almaty?
Transport
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written April 2025
  No train from Urumqi to Almaty as it is suspended since 2020.
A
Annie
Asked on April 1st, 2025
What payment methods are accepted for the tour?
Payments
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written April 2025
  Payments can be made using major credit cards and bank transfers.
D
Darren
Asked on February 27th, 2025
Can flights be booked from Kashgar to Xian?
Flights / Transfers
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written March 2025
  Yes, flights from Kashgar to Xian can be arranged at a price of USD440 per ticket.
L
Leah
Asked on February 6th, 2025
How can I purchase tickets for local attractions?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written February 2025
  Tickets for local attractions can be purchased through the tour operator or on-site during your visit.
L
Lukas
Asked on November 8th, 2024
If the tour is canceled due to low numbers, what happens?
Group size
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written November 2024
  If the tour does not have enough travelers, you will be informed, and you can either choose to reschedule or cancel your booking.
A
Apauline
Asked on September 19th, 2024
How can I arrange for airport transfer upon arrival?
Flights / Transfers
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written September 2024
  Airport transfers can be arranged, and you will need to provide your flight details to confirm.
B
Brigitte
Asked on July 30th, 2024
What is the price for extra nights in the hotel before the tour?
Accommodation
Price / Availability
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written July 2024
  The additional accommodation before the tour is priced at USD110 per room per night, including breakfasts.
R
Rachael
Asked on July 28th, 2024
Can you please tell me your Travel Agency License Number?
Visa
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written July 2024
  Australian citizen is visa free to visit China for 15 days now, do you still need to apply China Visa? Below is the the company info, hope it can help you. Company name: SILKROADTRIPS GUANGZHOU TRAVEL CONSULTING SERVICES CO. LTD, License number: 91440101MA5CM6W151, Tourism business permit number: L-GD-100953
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Linda
Asked on June 15th, 2024
How do I confirm my booking for the tour?
Payments
Tour Details
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written June 2024
  You can confirm your booking by paying the deposit as instructed in your booking confirmation.
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Russell
Asked on May 1st, 2024
Are meals included during the tour?
Meals
- Silk Road TripsOperator•Written May 2024
  Meals are included in the itinerary, generally with breakfast included in hotel stays.

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Booking needs min. 2 travelers

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for China. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
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- For any tour departing before July 19th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 19th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Silk Road Trips. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 70 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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Classical Silk Road 14 Days: Xian, Lanzhou, Labrang, Jiayuguan, Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi, Kashgar

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