Class A First Class·Light Luxury Group A | Top Luxury Five-Star + Full VIP Channel + Helicopter Hunting For Hukou·Silk Road Ceiling Immersion Tour

The entire trip includes international five-star hotels + unique landscape accommodation, VIP exclusive queue-free access to core scenic spots, a helicopter tour of Hukou Falls, private service by special guides at Mogao Grottoes, exclusive Dunhuang feast + Silk Road themed dinner, an experience worth 10,000 yuan per person, limited seats available.
Keywords: Terracotta Warriors-Huaqing Palace-Famen Temple-Qianling Tomb-Xi'an Museum-Small Wild Goose Pagoda-Bell Tower Square-Muslim Street-Datang Furong Garden-Xi'an City Wall-Yongxingfang-Big Wild Goose Pagoda-Daci'en Temple-Datang Evernight City-Hukou Waterfall-Maijishan Grottoes-Yellow River Mother Statue - Iron Bridge Over The Yellow River - Gansu Museum - Bingling Temple Grottoes - Tianti Mountain Grottoes - Leitai Han Tomb - Kumarajiva Temple - Colorful Danxia - Horseshoe Temple - Big Buddha Templ
Departure: Xi'an      Return: Dunhuang
18 Days 16 Nights
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Double room:$9880/personSingle room difference:$2380/person
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Xi'an Section ArrangementIntermediate/advanced senior tour guideAccompany you throughout the journey;

Special invitation from Gansu SectionTour guide competition winnerslead a team;

Immerse yourself in the magnificent and profound context of the Thousand-Year Silk Road.

price description

1.Room type description: Double rooms are calculated as 2 people occupying one room; single room occupancy requires a single room difference.

2. Group information: The minimum group size for this trip is 2 people. If the final number of people is less than 2, the price difference will need to be paid (shared equally based on 2 people), which is mainly used to cover fixed operating costs such as vehicles and tour guides to ensure that service standards are not reduced. 3. Customized service: This route supports independent group booking or private customization. There is no limit on the number of people. Please inquire separately for the cost and route.

4. Peak season surcharge: During holidays, summer, Christmas, New Year and local peak seasons, the price may have additional surcharges, and separate inquiries are required for some dates.

5. Note: For other dates, the group status needs to be confirmed twice. The price is greatly affected by the number of people and seasonal resources. Please consult the consultant for details.
Note: This itinerary is for reference only. Our company will optimize the details while keeping the overall itinerary unchanged, and reserves the right to change the order of attractions in the itinerary and adjust individual attractions according to season and time. The final itinerary is subject to confirmation before departure.
This update time:July 2, 2026


Highlights

❖Highlight 1|Complete traceability of the Tang Silk Road·Scarce closed-loop special line in the market

    From Chang'an, the starting point of the Silk Road, all the way westward to Dunhuang, there is no break point in the whole journey, and you can complete the complete Silk Road of the Tang Dynasty in one stop.

❖Highlight 2|The five major grotto art feasts and the first choice for pilgrimage of literature, history and art

Gather together the five national treasure-level grottoes in China, Tianti Mountain, Maiji Mountain, Bingling Temple, Mati Temple, and Mogao Grottoes at one time, and have an overview of the art of Buddhist sculptures and murals spanning thousands of years.

❖Highlight 3|Six-day in-depth slow tour of Chang’an and an immersive encounter with the splendor of the Tang Dynasty

Staying in Xi'an for 5 consecutive nights, I visited the thousand-year-old imperial tombs and ancient temples during the day, and strolled through the lights of the Tang Dynasty at night. I refused to check in at a glance.

❖Highlight 4|Collection of the Northwest’s extreme landforms and excellent photography routes

The diverse scenery of rivers, colorful hills, deserts, and Gobi is covered across the board, and the scenery along the way is never repetitive.

❖Highlight 5|Panorama of the Hexi Corridor Frontier Fortress・Climb to the Xiongguan Pass in the West of the Great Wall

Travel through the important Silk Road towns of Wuwei, Zhangye and Jiayuguan, and experience for yourself the magnificent border artistic conception of "the solitary smoke in the desert" in poetry.

❖Highlight 6|Relaxing and comfortable travel experience・Cultural scenery and delicious food all in one stop

Long-term stay in Dunhuang means less travel; the dual Silk Road-themed performances "Legend of the Camel Bell" and "Happy Dunhuang" echo each other from beginning to end; four characteristic night markets in Xi'an Muslim Street, Yongxingfang, Lanzhou Zhengning Road, and Dunhuang Shazhou provide one-stop enjoyment of the authentic flavor of the Silk Road;


Tour Map

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart From Home – Fly To Xi’an

TransportationAirplane
BreakfastPlease take care of yourself
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation On the plane
Schedule

VIPs go to the airport by themselves. Due to the time difference, it is recommended to confirm the local time and advanceDeparts in 1 day, the exact time is subject to the arrival time. Please choose an early flight to arrive. After checking in, spend the night on the plane. Please pay attention to rest at night. It is cold on the plane, so please prepare windproof clothes.

Day 2

Arrive In Xi'an

TransportationAirplane
BreakfastPlease take care of yourself
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Xi'an W Hotel Balcony Lake View Room or similar class
Schedule

Arriving in Xi'an today, the staff arranged for pick-up and transfer to the hotel. Have a good rest and prepare for the next day’s journey.

VIP airport pick-up service

Dynamic VIP pick-up service is provided according to flight time. The process is as follows:Welcome at the hatch - independent VIP lounge - luggage storage - direct private car


Day 3

Terracotta Warriors And Horses And Huaqing Palace-Exploring The Qin Empire

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchGreat Qin Banquet
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Xi'an W Hotel Balcony Lake View Room or similar class
Schedule


Itinerary:Terracotta Warriors and Horses-Huaqing Palace-Camel Bell Legend

After breakfast at the hotel, visit one of the eight wonders of the world【Terracotta Warriors】, Royal Garden【Huaqing Palace】, and then watch the special live performance【Camel Bell Legend】

Terracotta Warriors and HorsesTerracotta Army

Known as the eighth wonder of the world, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses are the burial pits of Qin Shihuang's mausoleum. Thousands of life-size terracotta warriors and horses with different expressions and magnificent momentum vividly reproduce the military formations of the Qin Empire. They are a world-renowned historical and cultural treasure.

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Huaqing Palace】Huaqing Palace

Located in Lintong, Xi'an, it is a royal garden with a long history and is famous for its natural hot springs. This place has been a royal palace since ancient times, with many classics and allusions spread. The natural scenery and cultural heritage complement each other.

Camel Bell Legend Legend of Camel Bells Show

Based on the story of the journey of the camel team on the Silk Road in the Tang Dynasty, the theater adopts The 360° rotating auditorium is equipped with real-life special effects such as volcanoes, avalanches, and waterfalls, as well as live performances of camels, wolves and other animals, fully demonstrating the legend of the Silk Road over the years.

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Day 4

Famen Temple And Qianling Mausoleum - Exploring The Royal Holy Land Of The Tang Dynasty

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Xi'an W Hotel Balcony Lake View Room or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Famen Temple-Qianling Scenic Area

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Millennium Royal Temple【Famen Temple】, visit the majestic imperial tombs of the Tang Dynasty【Qianling Scenic Area】

famen temple Famen Temple

Known as the "ancestral pagoda temple in Guanzhong", it was even a royal temple in the Tang Dynasty.Relying on the precious Buddha finger relics and the thousands-year-old underground palace unearthed from the massive Tang Dynasty cultural relics, it is famous both at home and abroad. It is a very influential Buddhist cultural holy place on the Silk Road.

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Qianling Scenic AreaQianling Mausoleum Scenic Area

The mausoleum where Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty Li Zhi and Empress Wu Zetian are buried together is also the most complete imperial mausoleum with the main tomb preserved among the eighteen mausoleums of the Tang Dynasty. It has been well preserved after thousands of years of wind and rain. It is a must-visit place to experience the art and historical heritage of the Tang Dynasty mausoleums.


Day 5

Xi'an Museum And Small Wild Goose Pagoda-Walking Through Muslim Street-Datang Furong Garden

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Xi'an W Hotel Balcony Lake View Room or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Xi'an Museum-Small Wild Goose Pagoda-clock tower square-Muslim Street-Tang Furong Garden

After breakfast at the hotel, tour【Xi'an Museum】and thousand-year-old buildings【Small Wild Goose Pagoda】, check in【Clock Tower Square】, strolling through the city full of fireworks【Muslim Street】, enjoy the royal garden-style theme park【Datang Furong Garden】, a one-stop way to appreciate Xi'an's cityscape and Tang Dynasty style that blends ancient and modern times.

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【Xi'an Museum】Xi'an Museum

Integrating cultural relic collection, display and research, the museum has rich collections and complete categories, comprehensively showing the rise and fall of the ancient capital of thirteen dynasties. The ancient towers and exhibition halls in the park complement each other, and the historical relics and garden scenery are perfectly integrated. It is an excellent place to learn about the history and culture of the ancient capital Chang'an.

【Small Wild Goose Pagoda】Small Wild Goose Pagoda

First built in the Tang Dynasty, it is the famous thousand-year-old pagoda in Xi'an and a classic work of pagoda architecture in the Tang Dynasty. The shape of the tower is beautiful and simple, and it has survived many earthquakes. The "Morning Bell of the Wild Goose Pagoda" is one of the eight scenic spots in ancient Chang'an. The ancient tower and the garden complement each other, fully displaying the ancient charm and vicissitudes of history.

【Bell Tower Square】Bell Tower Square

Located in the center of Xi'an city, with the ancient bell tower of the Ming Dynasty as its core, it is the landmark square of the ancient city. The surrounding streets and alleys extend in all directions, and ancient and modern buildings complement each other. It is not only an excellent spot to appreciate the urban style of the ancient capital, but also a popular place to feel the atmosphere of Xi'an's bustling city.

【Muslim Street】Muslim Quarter

Located next to the Bell Tower, it is a famous food street in Xi'an. There are a wide variety of folk specialties and traditional handicrafts. Walking along the bluestone road, you can immerse yourself in Xi'an's lively urban fireworks and unique Hui customs.

【Tang Paradise】Tang Paradise

It is a theme cultural park that fully replicates the royal garden style of the prosperous Tang Dynasty. It is built along the waters of Qujiang River, with well-proportioned pavilions and pavilions, and a gentle and beautiful lake scenery. The park integrates garden architecture, singing and dancing performances and folk experiences, vividly recreating the life scenes of the royal family and the bustling market in the prosperous Tang Dynasty, making people feel like they have traveled back to Chang'an in the prosperous age.


Day 6

Xi'an City Wall And Yongxing Square-Night Tour Of Big Wild Goose Pagoda-Datang Night City

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Xi'an W Hotel Balcony Lake View Room or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Xi'an City Wall-Yongxingfang-Big Wild Goose Pagoda-Daci'en Temple-The city that never sleeps in the Tang Dynasty

After breakfast at the hotel, take a stroll through the majestic and quaint【Xi'an City Wall】, internet celebrity food culture district【Yongxingfang】,tour【Big Wild Goose Pagoda Scenic Area】and thousand-year-old temple【Daci'en Temple】, moving towards the brightly lit【The City that Never Sleeps in the Tang Dynasty】, one-stop experience of Xi’an’s rich historical heritage and lively Tang Dynasty nights.

Xi'an City Wall】Xi'an City Wall

The most well-preserved ancient city wall of the Ming Dynasty in China. The entire ring of the city wall with the moat, gate towers and turrets is structurally intact. When you climb up and look into the distance, you can see the sharp contrast between the old and new city, and you can intuitively feel the changes of Chang'an from ancient times to the present.

YongxingfangYongxingfang

Yongxingfang uses antique courtyards as a carrier to deeply integrate Sanqin food and intangible cultural heritage. There are bowl-breaking wine experiences and folk handicraft performances. You don’t have to travel all over Sanqin to taste all kinds of Shaanxi flavors and appreciate traditional folk skills.

Big Wild Goose PagodaGiant Wild Goose Pagoda

It was built in the Tang Dynasty for Xuanzang to preserve scriptures. It is a landmark ancient building in Xi'an. The pagoda is steady and majestic, the scenic environment is elegant, and it integrates Buddhism, history and the architectural art of the Tang Dynasty. It is a must-visit cultural attraction when visiting Chang'an.

Daci'en TempleCi'en Temple

It was built in memory of Empress Wende. After it was completed, Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty asked Xuanzang to serve as the abbot. During this period of more than ten years, the master translated a large number of Sanskrit Buddhist scriptures and presided over the construction of the Big Wild Goose Pagoda to store scripture relics. It is a very representative Buddhist cultural holy place in Xi'an.

The city that never sleeps in the Tang Dynasty】Grand Tang Mall

Datang Evernight City is Xi'an's top night tour landmark. The streets are full of Tang-style buildings with gorgeous lights, national-style performances are staged in turn, and night markets are full of food and cultural and creative shops. The atmosphere is full at night, and you can immerse yourself in the bustling nightlife of Chang'an in its heyday.

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Day 7

Hukou Waterfall-Enjoy The Magnificent Scenery Of The Yellow River

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Hukou Waterfall Heshanzhiwang Family Suite Hotel or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary: Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area (free helicopter experience if weather permits)

After breakfast at the hotel, head to the majestic【Hukou Waterfall Scenic Area】, enjoy the majestic momentum of the Yellow River at close range.

Hukou Waterfall Scenic AreaHukou Waterfall Scenic Area

It is the second largest waterfall in China. It is the largest yellow waterfall in the world. The rushing Yellow River shakes the valley. The magnificent scenery has great visual impact. It is a rare iconic natural wonder of the Yellow River.

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Day 8

Return To Xi'an From Hukou - Go To Tianshui Hot Spring To Experience

TransportationHigh Speed Rail
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Tianshui Maijishan Hot Spring Tourist Hotel private hot spring room or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary: Hot spring experience

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Xi'an North Railway Station and take the high-speed train to Tianshui. Start a new journey and savor the profound and unique humanistic charm of this ancient city.

【Maijishan Hot Spring】Maijishan Hot Spring

The spring water is sourced from geothermal heat 500 meters underground. It is a medical-grade sodium calcium bicarbonate mineral spring. It is rich in more than 20 kinds of beneficial minerals such as radon, strontium, and silicon. The water is produced at 45°C all year round. Taking a bath can relieve muscle soreness during travel and nourish the skin.


Day 9

Maijishan Grottoes-Night Tour Of Lanzhou Yellow River Iron Bridge And Zhengning Road Night Market

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Sheraton Hotel Executive Room or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Maiji Mountain Scenic Area-Yellow River Mother Statue-Yellow River Iron Bridge-Zhengning Road Night Market

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the beautiful and beautiful【Maiji Mountain Scenic Area】, go to Lanzhou and check in at a place with far-reaching meaning.【Yellow River Mother Statue】, century landmark【Yellow River Iron Bridge】, take an evening stroll amid the fireworksZhengning Road Night Market

Maiji Mountain Scenic AreaMaijishan Grottoes Scenic Area

It is named because the mountain resembles a pile of wheat. It is home to the Maijishan Grottoes, a world cultural heritage. Thousands of clay Buddha statues are hidden in cliff caves. The mountains and forests are quiet and beautiful, and the landscape and thousand-year-old sculptures and monuments complement each other.  

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Yellow River Mother StatueMother Yellow River Sculpture

A classic landmark of Lanzhou, the granite stone sculpture shows the scene of mother and child dependent on each other, vividly interpreting the profound connotation of the Yellow River nurturing Chinese children. Standing beside the river, it has become a highly representative humanistic symbol of the Yellow River culture.

Yellow River Iron BridgeYellow River Iron Bridge

The first steel bridge on the Yellow River, the steel frame is simple and elegant, lying across the river, witnessing the changes in Lanzhou city. Climbing the bridge can enjoy the magnificent scenery of the rushing river.

Zhengning Road Night Market Zhengning Road Night Market

It is a well-known food gathering place in Lanzhou, with a dazzling array of northwest-style snacks and a strong fireworks atmosphere at night.


Day 10

Gansu Museum And Bingling Temple Grottoes

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Liujiaxia Public Aviation Hotel·Yellow River Pearl Business Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Gansu Museum-Bingling Temple (Speed Boat)

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to【Gansu Museum】Read the cultural relics of the Silk Road and the cultural heritage of the Yellow River, and go to【Liujiaxia Reservoir】, take a speedboat to【Bingling Temple Grottoes】, enjoy the unique scenery of Gaoxia Pinghu waterscape and thousand-year-old grotto statues.

【Gansu Museum】Gansu Museum

The Gansu Provincial Museum, located on the bank of the Yellow River, has rich collections and is famous both at home and abroad. It collects painted pottery, Han bamboo slips, and Silk Road cultural relics to provide a one-stop understanding of Gansu's thousand-year Silk Road and Yellow River civilization.

【Bingling Temple Grottoes】Bingling Temple Grottoes

The Bingling Temple Grottoes are a thousand-year-old ancient grotto along the Silk Road. They contain the earliest Buddhist niches in China. The Danxia cliffs are covered with statues and murals. They are adjacent to the Liujiaxia Reservoir. The landscape and the grottoes complement each other.


Day 11

Yongjing-Wuwei

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Gonghang Hotel Jinling Grand Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Tiantishan Grottoes-Leitai Han Tomb-Kumarajiva Temple

After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Wuwei, an important town in Hexi, and visit the early Silk Road Grottoes【Tianti Mountain Grottoes】, the national treasure of bronze galloping horse was unearthed【Leitai Han Tomb】, a thousand-year-old temple dedicated to Kumarajiva's relics【Kumaroshi Temple】, an in-depth reading of the cultural heritage of the Han and Tang Dynasties along the thousand-year Silk Road in the Hexi Corridor.

Tiantishan GrottoesTiantishan Grottoes

Known as the "ancestor of the grottoes", it is the oldest group of grottoes in the Hexi Corridor. The giant Buddha is carved on the cliff and is majestic near the mountains and rivers. The statues combine the carving styles of the Western Regions and the Central Plains. It is a key starting point for the eastward spread of Buddhist art along the Silk Road.

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Leitai Han TombLeitai Han Tombs

A large tomb of Zhang family nobles in the late Eastern Han Dynasty, and the national treasure Bronze Galloping Horse (horse stepping on flying swallows) was unearthed here. A large number of chariot and horse figurines as funerary objects completely restore the social and travel style of Hexi in the Han Dynasty.

Kumarajiva TempleKumarajiva Temple

This thousand-year-old temple was built in memory of Kumarajiva, the master translator of scriptures. The temple houses the Master's Tongue Relic Pagoda, which has been repaired over the years and remains simple and solemn. It is the core holy place for the spread of Buddhism in the Hexi Corridor.


Day 12

Wuwei-Zhangye-Colorful Danxia

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Gonghanglv·Danxia Pearl Hotel Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Colorful Danxia (VIP chartered in-depth tour)

After breakfast at the hotel, go to Zhangye and then go toColorful Danxia Scenic Area-In-depth tour of VIP area], wait for the colorful Danxia Mountains under the setting sun and watch the beautiful colorful landforms under the changing light and shadow.

Colorful Danxia Scenic AreaZhangye Colorful Danxia Scenic Area

It belongs to the Colorful Danxia Landform Group and is a World Geopark. The rock formations in the mountains are layered with colorful colors such as red, orange, yellow, and white, and the textures are layered and undulating. At dusk, the setting sun shines slantingly, the color of the mountain is rich and bright, and the level of light and shadow is extremely moving.

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Day 13

Colorful Town-Mati Temple-Big Buddha Temple

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Zhangye Wangshan International Hotel Premier Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Horseshoe Temple-Big Buddha Temple

After breakfast at the hotel, head to the scenic spot that combines grottoes, grasslands, and snow-capped mountains.Horseshoe Temple, visit the hanging grottoes and ancient Buddha statues at the foot of Qilian Mountain; then go to Zhangye CityBig Buddha Temple, admire the giant clay sculpture of the Reclining Buddha, read about the history of the ancient Xixia temple for thousands of years, and appreciate the diverse Silk Road Buddhist culture and mountain scenery of Zhangye.

Horseshoe TempleMati Temple

The grotto temples at the foot of the Qilian Mountains are very unique, with hanging grottoes, historical Buddhist caves, and views of grasslands and snow-capped mountains.

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Big Buddha Temple】Giant Buddha Temple

The Xixia Royal Temple, home to the largest indoor clay sculpture of the Reclining Buddha in Asia, is Zhangye’s iconic Silk Road temple.


Day 14

Zhangye-Jiayuguan

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Jiayuguan Mingjiahui Nuojin International Hotel Deluxe Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Jiayuguan Pass-The First Dungeon of the Great Wall Scenic Area

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Jiayuguan and visit the majestic western starting point of the Ming Great WallJiayuguan Pass, feel the majestic momentum of Xiongguan guarding the Gobi, and then go toThe First Dungeon of the Great Wall Scenic Area, visit the ruins of the first pier and abutment of the Great Wall next to the Gobi River Valley, and have a panoramic view of the majestic frontier fortress scenery of the Great Wall in the desert.

Jiayuguan PassJiayuguan Pass

Jiayuguan Pass, the most majestic pass in the world, is the westernmost pass of the Great Wall of Ming Dynasty. It has a complete and solid defense system and guards the Silk Road Hexi strategic route. With its towering towers and the Qilian Snow Mountains at its back, the frontier fortress is full of momentum.

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The First Dungeon of the Great Wall Scenic Area First Beacon Tower of the Great Wall Scenic Area

It is the westernmost starting point of the Great Wall of the Ming Dynasty. It stands on the cliff of the Tuolai River Canyon. Together with the real-life restoration of the border fortress, it fully shows the desolation and majesty of the Gobi Great Wall.


Day 15

Jiayuguan-Dunhuang

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Four Points by Sheraton Dunhuang Select Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring-Happy Dunhuang interpretation

After breakfast at the hotel, head to Dunhuang and visit the wonders of the desertMingsha Mountain Crescent Spring, enjoy the unique northwest scenery of sand and springs, and watch immersive performancesHappy Dunhuang, immersively appreciate the charm of Dunhuang music and dance and the Silk Road culture for thousands of years.  

Mingsha Mountain Crescent SpringMingsha Mountain & Crescent Spring Scenic and Historic Area

Dunhuang's iconic natural wonder is a crescent-shaped clear spring surrounded by mountains of golden sand. The sand and springs coexist and never dry up for thousands of years. At sunset, the golden sand reflects the afterglow and the scenery is beautiful. The clear springs in the desert complement each other. It is a unique poetic picture beyond the Great Wall in the northwest.

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Happy DunhuangDynamic Dunhuang Show

It is a large-scale immersive cultural and tourism performance that is based on Dunhuang ancient music, mural music and dance. With the help of light and shadow stage and real-person interpretation, it reproduces the touching story of ancient Dunhuang musicians who went to the Central Plains to exchange rituals and music, and comprehensively displays the integration of Silk Road music and culture and the thousand-year-old Dunhuang art style.

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Day 16

Dunhuang

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Four Points by Sheraton Dunhuang Select Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Mogao Grottoes-Dunhuang Museum-Dunhuang Shazhou Night Market

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the World Cultural HeritageMogao Grottoes, appreciate the thousand-year-old murals and colorful sculptures, and appreciate the artistic charm of the grottoes; visitDunhuang Museum, systematically understand Dunhuang’s thousand-year history and unearthed cultural relics; stroll through the livelyShazhou Night Market, taste the northwest specialty snacks and feel the authentic atmosphere of Dunhuang city fireworks.

Mogao Grottoes】Mogao Grottoes

Also known as Thousand Buddha Caves, it is a world cultural heritage and a dazzling art treasure house on the Silk Road. There are more than 700 caves in existence, with a large number of exquisite murals and colorful sculptures. The themes cover Buddhist stories, various forms of the Silk Road, and street scenes. The murals are colorful and the statues are lifelike. They completely record the history of the integration of Chinese and Western cultures for thousands of years. They are unparalleled grotto art treasures in the world.

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Dunhuang MuseumDunhuang Museum

The museum has more than 10,000 cultural relics in its collection. Han bamboo slips, Wei and Jin portrait bricks, and Beiliang Stone Pagoda are treasures of the museum. It is an excellent window to understand the history and culture of Dunhuang before visiting the Mogao Grottoes.

Shazhou Night MarketShazhou Night Market

Dunhuang's most popular characteristic market district, the streets are noisy and full of fireworks. You can not only taste the authentic desert food, but also choose special souvenirs to immerse yourself in the lively and lively night market style of Dunhuang.


Day 17

Dunhuang-Yadan Scenic Area-Dunhuang

TransportationBus
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation Four Points by Sheraton Dunhuang Select Suite or similar class
Schedule

Itinerary:Yadan Scenic Area (Devil City)

After breakfast at the hotel, proceed toYadan Geological Scenic Area, appreciate the unique ridges and mounds landforms carved by wind erosion, and appreciate the majestic desert scenery of the Gobi wilderness.


Yadan Geological Scenic Area Yardang National Geopark

Also known as the Yadan Devil City, it is a large-scale wind-eroded landform group created by hundreds of millions of years of wind erosion. There are ridges and stone hills of various shapes on the Gobi. The desert wilderness is full of wind, full of light and shadow, and the Gobi wilderness shows the unique scenery of the northwest.

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Day 18

Dunhuang-Homeland

TransportationAirplane
BreakfastInside the hotel
LunchPlease take care of yourself
DinnerPlease take care of yourself
Accommodation
Schedule

After breakfast at the hotel, we end our journey on the Silk Road of the Tang Dynasty and start our next stop!

VIP airport drop-off service

Dynamic VIP drop-off service is provided according to the flight time. The process is as follows: direct car to the VIP building, agency check-in and check-in, independent security inspection, and shuttle bus directly to the airport hatch.


Included

1. 13 nights of accommodation in local five-star hotels + 3 nights of local specialty hotels/B&Bs;

2. 16 hotel buffet breakfasts throughout the journey; 2 local special meals (Da Qin Banquet + Dunhuang Feast);

3. Travel car and driver (vehicle insurance is complete);

4. Explanations by local excellent Chinese tour guides + explanations by official tour guides in some scenic spots;

  The official guide of the scenic spot explains: Maijishan Grottoes, Leitai Han Tomb, Bingling Temple, Horse Ti Temple, and the Great Buddha Temple;Gansu Provincial Museum, Dunhuang Museum, Jiayuguan Gate Tower;  

5. First ticket for attractions in the itinerary:

   Terracotta Warriors and Horses, Huaqing Pool, Camel Bell Legend Performance (respected guest area), Famen Temple (including scenic shuttle bus), Qianling Mausoleum (including

   Scenic area shuttle bus), Xi'an Museum, Small Wild Goose Pagoda, Tang Furong Garden, Hukou Waterfall (including scenic area shuttle bus + complimentary

   Helicopter tour), Xi'an City Wall, Daci'en Temple, Maijishan Grottoes (including scenic shuttle bus), Bingling Temple Grottoes,

   Bingling Temple Cruise (Speed Boat), Tiantishan Grottoes, Leitai Han Tomb, Kumarajiva Temple, Colorful Danxia (VIP Area Depth

   Tour), Matisi Grottoes (including scenic spot shuttle bus), Big Buddha Temple, Jiayuguan Tower, the First Dungeon of the Great Wall, Mingsha Mountain Moon

   Yaquan, Dunhuang Yadan National Geological Park, Mogao Grottoes (type A ticket), LeDong Dunhuang Performance;

6. Transportation: Xi'an-Tianshui high-speed rail/motor train first class;

7. Full driver service fee;

8. Two bottles of drinking water per person per day;


Note: The working hours of drivers and tour guides are 10 hours. Overtime fees will be charged for overtime. Please be informed! (Except for overtime caused by factors such as traffic jams and car breakdowns, this mainly refers to travel time delays and overtime caused by personal behavior and the additional use of car guide services after the end of the day's trip)


Not Included

The fee does not include:

1. Full international segment air ticket (our company can book it on your behalf);

2. Visa fees for China (our company can assist with the application, and you will be responsible for the expenses yourself);

3. Transportation expenses, meals and tour guide services during free activities;

4. Guest personal expenses (such as hotel phone calls, laundry, drinks, excess luggage and custody fees, etc.);

5. Additional expenses caused by force majeure factors such as strikes and traffic delays that are beyond the control of the company;

6. All other expenses not included in the "fee included" items;


Booking Information

1.Applicable seating range

"Preferred seats" usually refer to the front row area of the bus (specifically based on the actual seat distribution on the bus that day). These seats enjoy a wider field of view, a more convenient boarding and alighting experience, and a relatively comfortable riding space.

2.Charges

(1) Itinerary of 8 days or less: USD 12/person/day

(2) Itinerary of more than 8 days: USD 15/person/day

The fee will be calculated on a daily basis based on the total number of days of the trip and will be charged once upon registration.

3.Booking rules

(1) Voluntary choice: All tour participants can voluntarily choose whether to purchase preferred seat services when registering based on their own needs.

(2) First-come-first-served: The number of preferred seats is limited. Usually for models with 15 seats or above, the first three rows belong to the paid area. Confirmation is based on payment first-come-first-served basis, while stocks last.

(3) Priority for traveling together: If traveling companions (same order) need to reserve preferred seats at the same time, we will try our best to arrange adjacent seats.

4.Things to note

(1) The preferred seat fee does not include any other services, but only the priority of seat location.

(2) If the car needs to be replaced due to weather, road conditions, vehicle scheduling, etc., we will try our best to provide a seat arrangement of equal value or refund the corresponding fee based on the actual number of days affected.

(3) For passengers who have not purchased this service, we will allocate other seats for free in a rotating order and try to ensure that the seats of traveling companions are adjacent to each other.

5.Refund policy

(1) If the order is canceled more than 7 days before the start of the trip, the preferred seat fee will be fully refunded;

(2) If canceled 3-7 days before the trip, 50% of the fee will be refunded;

            (3) No refund will be given if canceled within 3 days before the trip


Special instructions:

1. The above itinerary sequence, attractions, flights and accommodation locations may be temporarily changed, modified or replaced. The final itinerary is subject to the itinerary confirmed by our company before departure;

2. Our company reserves the right to change the itinerary and add price differences due to factors such as airlines, visas, governments, weather, etc.;

3. The flight numbers and times listed in the itinerary are for reference only, and reasonable adjustments will be made based on the actual situation;


Instructions for cancellation and change

1.Trip cancellation terms:

(1) Cancellation 120 days or more before departure: full refund.

(2) Cancellation 90 to 119 days before departure: 5% handling fee of the tour fee + non-refundable fees incurred

(3) Cancellation 60 to 89 days before departure: 10% handling fee of the tour fee + non-refundable fees incurred

(4) Cancellation 59 days or less before departure: No refunds will be given. Substitution is supported and a 5% fee will be charged.

Warm reminder: It is recommended to purchase travel-related insurance by yourself when registering. If you cancel the trip due to personal reasons, you can apply for compensation from the insurance company according to the insurance terms.

Remark:

① The cancellation policy does not include air tickets and cruise itineraries (subject to airline and cruise company policies)

② Those who fail to participate on time on the day of departure will be deemed to have automatically given up, and the paid tour fee will not be refunded.

③ For other additional hotels or services, please refer to the hotel regulations to determine whether refunds can be made.

④ If you withdraw from the trip or fail to participate in any activities in the itinerary due to personal reasons (lack of travel documents, visa issues, late arrival, illness, accident, etc.), the paid tour fee will not be refunded, nor will it be compensated with other services.

2. Description of force majeure

In the event of force majeure factors such as weather, war, and strikes that make the tour impossible, our company will give priority to protecting the safety of guests and their property. We have the right to cancel or adjust part or all of the itinerary. We do not assume any direct or indirect liability caused by force majeure, and the paid tour fee will not be refunded.

3.Recharge instructions:

(1) If the airline policy adjusts the ticket price, please pay the difference according to regulations. If the ticket price is a group ticket, no changes, substitutions, or refunds are allowed.

(2) If the national policy of the tourist destination adjusts the fees and the items or other related prices are not included in the itinerary, the price difference must be paid according to regulations.

(3) Strongly recommended: You need to purchase insurance when traveling. Itinerary changes caused by emergencies, severe weather, natural disasters or wars, abnormal health conditions of yourself or your family, flight delays or cancellations, strikes, etc., lost luggage, cancellation or change of cruise voyages, health problems and personal injuries, loss of property, etc., will all affect your travel plans. If an emergency situation occurs, the group organization will try its best to help solve it, but it will not bear legal responsibility and claim liability. Please choose the insurance that suits you to protect your personal travel and health care expenses.

It is particularly recommended to purchase adequate travel insurance to cover the following risks:

Trip cancellation/interruption

Emergency medical and rescue

flight delay

Lost/delayed baggage

The following links are the insurance channels commonly used by our customers, please refer to:

World Nomads: www.worldnomads.com

https://www.travelinsurance.com/

Allianz: www.allianztravelinsurance.com

Of course, you can also purchase it from an insurance company you are familiar with.

For those who have not purchased insurance, our company will not be liable for losses caused by emergencies.


Travel information

1. Gathering and boarding requirements

(1) All tour group members must gather on time and depart on time. Please arrive at the pick-up location 15 minutes in advance. Our company's tour bus will not wait. If you fail to gather and set off at the agreed time and location, or fail to join midway, you will be deemed to have given up automatically and the fee will not be refunded.

(2) The pick-up and drop-off times stated in the tour notice are all estimated times, and the specific pick-up and drop-off locations are subject to confirmation by the company. If due to traffic conditions or other special circumstances, our company's bus cannot arrive at the boarding location on time or the time is temporarily changed, our company will notify you in time, so please be patient.

2. Vehicle and luggage requirements

(1) Passenger buses are divided into three types: buses, minibuses and minibuses. Generally, buses have a luggage compartment dedicated to storing luggage, while minibuses and minibuses have relatively smaller space for luggage storage. In view of the limited space in the luggage compartment of the bus, it is recommended not to carry too much luggage when traveling. Our company will arrange vehicles according to the final group size, ensuring one person per person.

(2) In order to avoid overcrowding in front of the scenic spots, the bus parking areas in most cities are far away from the scenic spots, and drivers are not allowed to park casually. Violators will be subject to heavy fines. If necessary, the pick-up and drop-off location may be some distance away from the attraction. Please understand.

3. Safety tips for taking a bus

(1) Smoking in the car is prohibited.

(2) Please do not bring prohibited items.

(3) Do not fiddle with anything on the car at will to avoid unnecessary damage.

(4) During the temporary stop of the bus, obey the tour guide’s arrangements and do not stay away from the group.

(5) When group members get off the bus for sightseeing, dining, or shopping, please close the windows of the tour vehicle and carry your valuables with you. The travel agency is not responsible for any loss or theft.

(6) Due to the long journey time and heavy vehicle loads, if the car breaks down and affects the itinerary, the travel agency will quickly take remedial measures and ask the group members to actively cooperate.


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