16-Day Marco Polo Silk Road Tour: Retrace Legends Across China

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Marco Polo Silk Road Tour 16 Days

CODE: GDT2225

Private Tour

Duration: 13 - 16 days

Price from: Contact

Route: China - Urumqi - Turpan - Kashgar - Dunhuang - Beijing - Shanghai - Xian

Overview

Embark on an extraordinary "16-Day Marco Polo Silk Road Tour" with Golden Trail Travel, a meticulously crafted journey designed to retrace the legendary footsteps of the Venetian explorer across China's ancient trade routes. This immersive adventure offers an unparalleled deep dive into the historical, cultural, and natural wonders that defined one of the world's most significant conduits for exchange.

Your grand expedition begins in Xi'an, the illustrious ancient capital and the eastern starting point of the Silk Road. Here, you'll marvel at the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, explore the remarkably preserved City Wall, and immerse yourself in the vibrant Muslim Quarter. As you journey westward, you'll traverse diverse landscapes, from the mystical Gobi Desert to fertile oases. In Dunhuang, you'll discover the spiritual artistry of the Mogao Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage site housing thousands of exquisite Buddhist murals, and experience the serene beauty of Crescent Lake. The tour continues through the fascinating oasis cities of Turpan and Urumqi in Xinjiang, revealing unique Uighur cultures, ingenious ancient irrigation systems, and stunning natural beauty. Your epic voyage culminates in Kashgar, a bustling Silk Road hub renowned for its vibrant Sunday Livestock Market and ancient traditions. This extensive itinerary offers a profound connection to a bygone era, promising an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime adventure through the heart of the Silk Road.

Highlight

Follow Marco Polo's Historic Route: Retrace the legendary journey of the famous explorer across China.
Explore Xi'an's Imperial Past: Witness the awe-inspiring Terracotta Warriors, cycle the ancient City Wall, and discover the vibrant Muslim Quarter.
Uncover Dunhuang's Artistic Treasures: Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Mogao Grottoes and experience the enchanting Crescent Lake oasis.
Discover Xinjiang's Unique Culture: Explore the ancient Silk Road cities of Turpan and Urumqi, and the bustling, exotic markets of Kashgar.
Experience Diverse Landscapes: Journey through deserts, mountains, and oases, witnessing the varied beauty of western China.

Service

HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival Beijing

Be transferred to the hotelMeals : No mealRecommended Hotel: In BeijingArrive in Beijing, your gateway city of China tour, be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. With no sightseeing planned, the remainder of the day is spent free at leisure.

Day 2: Beijing

Mutianyu Great Wall, Summer PalaceMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In BeijingThe star attraction of China is its Great Wall, a massive defensive structure built to keep intruders from entering the mainland. Today you will have the opportunity to traverse the ancient steps of Mutianyu Great Wall. Then you will have a short visit to Summer Palace. After the tour, how about taste the famous Peking Roasted Duck for your optional dinner.

Day 3: Beijing - Urumqi

Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Flight to UrumqiMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In UrumqiDepart from hotel in the morning to visit Tian'anmen Square, the largest urban square and Forbidden City, the largest and most complete ancient imperial palace in the world. Then visit Temple of Heaven in the afternoon. Take night flight for Urumqi.

Day 4: Urumqi

Heavenly Lake, Xinjiang Regional Museum, Erdaoqiao BazaarMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: In UrumqiTake a driving for 120km northeast to visit the holy Heavenly Lake (Tianchi). The beautiful lake is flanked by rugged pines and cypresses, with clear melting waters reflecting the surrounding of snow capped mount Bogeda. Drive back to downtown in the afternoon, visit Xingjiang Regional Museum, a a large integrated museum and a study on cultural relics in Xinjiang. Then enjoy your free time at Erdaoqiao Bazaar.

Day 5: Kashgar - Kashgar

Flight to Kashgar, Zhiren Street, Id Kah Mosque, Apak Hoja Tomb, local bazaarMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In KashgarCheck out from hotel in the morning and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Kashgar. Today, take a visit to Zhiren Street, an old street with an amazing hand-made stuff from strictly utilitarian cookware to exotic musical instruments. Then continue your trip to Id Kah Mosque, which is one of the largest and busiest in China. Then, you can take a short visit to Apak Hoja Tomb. If it is Sunday, the local Bazaar will be a good place for you to have a visit. This ancient market attracts locals and merchants from all over Xinjiang and nearby countries such as Pakistan and Kirghizstan.

Day 6: Kashgar - Urumqi

Karakul Lake, Flight to UrumqiMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In Urumqi Take a tour through the Karakurum Highway to Karakul Lake, enjoy the beautiful snow- capped mountain of Muztagh Ata and the lake. Be transferred back to Kashgar after visiting, and fly back to Urumqi.

Day 7: Urumqi - Turpan

Coach to Turpan, Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Well, Emin MinaretMeals: Breakfast, Lunch, DinnerAccommodation: In TurpanIn the morning, you will take a 2.5-3hours driving to Turpan that locates in the southeast of Urumqi. You will then visit Jiaohe Ancient City and Karez Well - the underground irrigation system with the history of 2,000 years and Emin Minaret which is the largest extant ancient Islamic tower in Xinjiang on the way. Tonight, we will have a special dinner under the grape trellis in a local family house.

Day 8: Turpan - Dunhuang

Train to Dunhuang, Free at leisureMeals: BreakfastAccmoodation: In DunhuangIn the morning, drive for 50 km to Turpan railway station to take the bullet train (4 hours) to Liuyuan, which also need another 2 hours driving to the downtown of Dunhuang. Have a good rest today after a long train journey.

Day 9: Dunhuang

Yumenguan Pass, Dunhuang Yadan National Geologic ParkMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In DunhuangToday after breakfast, you will firstly have a 3-hour driving to the Yumenguan Pass (30 min) - strategic pass on the ancient Silk Road. And then, continue to experience the amazing Dunhuang Yadan National Geologic Park (1 hour) - the largest one of Yadan Landform found so far. When finish the tour, you will have another 3-hour driving back to the Dunhuang downtown. After that, have a rest of this day in hotel.

Day 10: Dunhuang

Mingsha Sand Dunes, Mogao GrottoesMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: In DunhuangAfter a breakfast, you will then take driving to Dunhuang for your exciting excursion to one of the must-see attractions in Dunhuang - Crescent Spring and Singing Sand Dune. In the afternoon, you will start your trip with a visiting to Mogao Grottoes, the site is considered the great treasure house of Buddhist arts in existence.

Day 11: Dunhuang - Jiayuguan

Coach to Jiayuguan, Jiayuguan PassMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: In Jiayuguan Departure from Dunhuang in the early morning, take about 4.5 hours driving (385km) to Jiayuguan City. Upon arriving, you will take a visit to Jiayuguan Pass, which has been praised as 'Mighty Pass No.1 under Heaven'.

Day 12: Jiayuguan - Xian

Weijing Tomb Mural, Flight to XianMeals: Breakfast, LunchAccommodation: In Xian In the morning, visit to Weijin Tomb Mural, the famous JinWei Tombs, and they were reputed as “world’s largest underground art gallery”.After the tour, be transferred to the airport for your flight to Xi’an – the most famous ancient capital of China.

Day 13: Xian

Terracotta Warriors, Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xian City WallMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In XianToday, take your time and enjoy the visits to the Terracotta Warriors, one of the world most important archaeological finds, with troops, horses and carriages in battle formation and then to see the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, and the massive Xian City Wall. In the evening, Tang Dynasty Show with Dinner is available for your optional night activity.

Day 14: Xian - Shanghai

Shaanxi History Museum, Flight to ShanghaiMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel: In Shanghai Before heading to Shanghai, you can take a short visit to the famous Shaanxi History Museum. After lunch, be transferred to the airport to board a short flight to Shanghai.

Day 15: Shanghai

Jade Buddha Temple, Yuyuan Garden, Chenghuangmiao, Oriental Pearl TV Tower, The Bund, Nanjing RoadMeals: Breakfast, LunchRecommended Hotel:In ShanghaiA full day sightseeing starts with Jade Buddha Temple and Yuyuan Garden, which is a Chinese classic garden in city downtown. Then visit the nearby Chenghuangmiao Old Street. Continue the trip to the famous Shanghai landmark – Oriental Pearl TV Tower. In the evening, have a walk along the Bund and Nanjing Road. Traditional Dim-sum Banquet and Acrobatics are available for your optional lunch and night entertainment.

Day 16: Departure

Be transferred to the airportMeals: BreakfastFree at leisure until be transferred to the airport for the return flight.Service Ends

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