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Silk Road 10D Private Tour: Xining, Chaka, Golmud, Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Zhangye, Xining

10 days
Start and end in Xining
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Ages 6+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Xining

    Xining
    Start point
    Xining Shi, Qinghai, China (Pickup from the Xining airport or railway station by your guide and driver., 09:00 - 20:00)
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  2. Day 2

    Xining to Chaka

    Xining to Chaka
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner in a local restaurant)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Qinghai Lake at Erlanjian Scenic Area (approximately 2.5 hours)
    • Scenic views of grasslands and Riyue Mountain crossing
    Landmarks
    Qinghai Lake
    Riyue Mountain
    Daotang River
    Erlanjian Scenic Area
  3. Day 3

    Chaka to Golmud

    Chaka to Golmud
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area (approximately 2.5 hours)
    • One-way small train ride on the salt lake

    Optional Activities

    • Walk on the surface of the salt lake with shoe covers for reflection photos
    Landmarks
    Chaka Salt Lake Scenic Area
  4. Day 4

    Golmud to Dunhuang

    Golmud to Dunhuang
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Qarhan Salt Lake (approximately 2.5 hours exploration)
    • Visit Yangguan Pass Scenic Area (approximately 2 hours, includes shuttle bus)
    Landmarks
    Qarhan Salt Lake
    Yangguan Pass
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  5. Day 5

    Dunhuang

    Dunhuang
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Mogao Grottoes (approximately 3.5 hours)
    • Camel ride at Mingsha Mountain and Crescent Moon Spring (approximately 2.5 hours)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Shazhou Night Market in Dunhuang in the evening
    Landmarks
    Mogao Grottoes
    Mingsha Mountain
    Crescent Moon Spring
    Shazhou Night Market
  6. Day 6

    Dunhuang to Jiayuguan

    Dunhuang to Jiayuguan
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Visit Jiayuguan Fortress (2 hours)
    • Visit Hanging Great Wall (approximately 30 minutes)
    Landmarks
    Jiayuguan Fortress
    Hanging Great Wall
  7. Day 7

    Jiayuguan to Zhangye

    Jiayuguan to Zhangye
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Danxia Landform Geopark (approximately 2.5 hours, includes shuttle bus)
    Landmarks
    Danxia Landform Geopark
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  8. Day 8

    Zhangye

    Zhangye
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Giant Buddha Temple
    • Visit Mati Temple
    Landmarks
    Giant Buddha Temple
    Mati Temple
  9. Day 9

    Zhangye to Xining

    Zhangye to Xining
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic drive through Qilian Mountain Grassland
    • Visit Ta'er Monastery
    Landmarks
    Qilian Mountain Grassland
    Menyuan County
    Ta'er Monastery
  10. Day 10

    Xining Departure

    Xining Departure
    End point
    Xining Shi, Qinghai, China (Droppoff Xining airport or railway station by your guide and driver., 09:00 - 20:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    I would like to know if it is possible to stay one extra day before or after the tour to explore the city. If so, I would need an additional night in the first hotel.

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    • Top China TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      You can add an extra night before the group tour.

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      Do you mean I can book the tour even though a length of 10 days is indicated? May I proceed to the booking normally, although I would like to stay 11 days instead of 10?

    • Top China TravelOperatorWritten July 2025

      Yes you can book this tour. And I can add the item of pre or post accommodation for you after your booking, which should be approved by you.

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