15 Days Silk Road Adventure
Overview
Retrace the ancient Silk Road from Lanzhou to Dunhuang through desert and rainbow mountains.
Best for
Families with kids
Trip pace
Relaxed
Group type
Private guide
Highlights
- Mogao Caves
- Rainbow Mountains
- Desert camping
- Camel rides
- Ancient forts
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive Lanzhou
Yellow River capital arrival.
Day 2Bingling Temple
Boat to ancient grottoes.
Day 3Lanzhou to Zhangye
Bullet train to Zhangye.
Day 4Zhangye Danxia
Rainbow Mountains at sunrise and sunset.
Day 5Zhangye to Jiayuguan
Drive to the Great Wall's end.
Day 6Jiayuguan to Dunhuang
Drive through desert.
Day 7Mogao Caves
Full day at the UNESCO grottoes.
Day 8Mingsha Mountain
Singing sand dunes and Crescent Lake.
Day 9Yardang Geopark
Devil City landforms.
Day 10Dunhuang to Turpan
Train to Turpan.
Day 11Turpan
Ancient cities and grape valleys.
Day 12Turpan to Urumqi
Drive to Urumqi.
Day 13Urumqi to Kashgar
Flight to Kashgar.
Day 14Kashgar Sunday Market
Famous bazaar and Old Town.
Day 15Departure
Fly out from Kashgar.
Where you'll stay
3 nightsBeijing
New World Beijing Hotel
2 nightsXi'an
Grand Mercure Renmin Square
3 nightsGuilin
Li River Boutique Retreat
3 nightsShanghai
The Langham Xintiandi
What's included
Private guide & driver
Hotels with daily breakfast
Entrance fees to sights
Airport transfers
24/7 local support
What our travelers say
"An incredible family trip. The guide knew exactly when to slow down and when to surprise the kids."
Jessica T.
United States
"The itinerary was perfectly paced, with culture, nature, and food in the right balance."
Michael B.
Australia
"Everything was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend ChinaWayfinder."
Priya S.
Singapore
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to take this tour?
Yes. Your planner will confirm timing, inclusions, and suitable alternatives before booking.
Is this tour suitable for young children?
Yes. Your planner will confirm timing, inclusions, and suitable alternatives before booking.
Are flights included?
Yes. Your planner will confirm timing, inclusions, and suitable alternatives before booking.
Can we customize this itinerary?
Yes. Your planner will confirm timing, inclusions, and suitable alternatives before booking.
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