Beijing to the China Silk Road

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Tour Code: ODY-CN-2463

Destination:Beijing, Xi'an, Dunhuang, Turpan, Kashgar

Duration

12 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

The 12-day journey kickstarts in Beijing and ends in Kashgar, showcasing the best of China's capital and the ancient Silk Road. Begin in Beijing, where highlights include the Forbidden City and the Great Wall. In Xi'an, uncover the mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors. Fly to Dunhuang to explore the renowned Mogao Grottoes, and enjoy a breathtaking view of Singing Sand Dune and Crescent Spring. Then, continue to Xinjiang, visiting the representative historical relics of Bezaklik Thousand Buddha Grottoes, Flaming Mountain, Jiaohe Ruins, and Id Kah Mosque.

Itinerary Summary

DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 4 Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven
5 - 6 Xi'an Terracotta Warriors, Shadow Puppet Show, Muslim Street
7 - 8 Dunhuang Mogao Grottoes, Singing Sand Dune, Crescent Moon Spring, Yulin Caves
9 - 10 Turpan Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Tuyoq Village, Jiaohe Ruins, Karez Irrigation Site
11 - 12 Kashgar Idigar Mosque, Abkar Khoja Tomb, Kashgar Old Town
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Day 1: Beijing, Arrival

Landing in Beijing, the political and cultural hub of China, you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide and transferred to your hotel by private vehicle.

Beijing

Day 2: Beijing, Forbidden City

Begin your China tour at Tiananmen Square, home to the Great Monument to the People's Heroes and surrounded by monumental buildings. Visit the Chairman Mao Memorial Hall and other significant landmarks in the vicinity. Adjacent to the square lies the awe-inspiring Forbidden City, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese architecture. Delve into the rich history of royal dynasties that spans centuries within its walls. After exploring the royal palace, proceed to Jingshan Park, an imperial garden offering panoramic views of the magnificent palace complex.

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Beijing

Day 3: Beijing, the Great Wall

Embark in the morning by visiting the Temple of Heaven to admire its graceful ancient structures, where emperors pray for bountiful harvests annually. After that, head to the world-famous Great Wall. Take the cable car ascend to the wall, where you can hike along its ancient ramparts and soak in the breathtaking landscapes. Descend either by cable car or enjoy a thrilling toboggan ride down. Afterward, drive approximately two hours back to the city.

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Beijing

Day 4: Beijing - Xi'an

This morning, break away from the usual and savor a breakfast feast like a local while exploring a traditional hutong neighborhood. Visit several eateries and street stalls to taste the most authentic Beijing flavors.

Then, hop on a high-speed train to Xi'an, the city considered the starting point of the Silk Road. Arriving about 5.5 hours later, be met and transferred to the hotel by your local tour guide and driver.

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Xi'an

Day 5: Xi'an, Terracotta Warriors

Xi'an's fame reverberates anew with the Terracotta Warriors, the ancient capital's thousand-year-old marvel. A mere hour's drive away, this extraordinary army of life-size pottery soldiers, horses, and chariots awaits. Each statue's posture and vivid facial expressions tell captivating stories waiting to be discovered.

Later in the afternoon, head to the Great Tang All Day Mall and immerse yourself in traditional performances showcasing ancient architecture, historical costume shows, dragon and lion dances, as well as a variety of Tang Dynasty cultural exhibitions and handicrafts.

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Xi'an

Day 6: Xi'an - Dunhuang

Before departing from Xi'an, stroll to Muslim Street to explore its myriad shops offering a wide array of local delicacies, snacks, and souvenirs. Moreover, it boasts numerous small restaurants specializing in authentic Muslim cuisine. Afterward, visit the nearby Gao's Courtyard to admire the Shadow Puppet Show, where vivid stories and characters are projected onto a white screen by light, allowing you to understand the profound history of Chinese traditional culture.

In the afternoon, head to the airport for your flight to Dunhuang, the city close to the parting of the northern and southern routes that skirted the impassable Taklamakan Desert.

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Dunhuang

Day 7: Dunhuang, Mogao Grottoes

Start your morning by visiting Mogao Grottoes, renowned worldwide as a treasury of Buddhist art, featuring exquisite wall paintings and lifelike sculptures depicting Buddhist stories, historical scenes, and everyday life in ancient Chinese society.

In the afternoon, proceed to the Singing Sand Dune to experience the awe-inspiring wonders of nature. Climb to the top and marvel at the endless sea of sand, immersing yourself in the serene and majestic desert scenery. Afterwards, visit Crescent Spring nestled at the foot of Singing Sand Dune, with its crystal-clear water reflecting the magnificent desert scenery.

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Dunhuang

Day 8: Dunhuang - Liuyuan - Turpan

Take a 2.5-hour drive to Liuyuan railway station for your high-speed train to Turpan, a significant stop on the historic Silk Road. Before boarding, catch the chance to visit Yulin Caves. Although less renowned than the Mogao Grottoes, this hidden gem promises delightful surprises. Arrive in Turpan 3.5 hours later and be escorted to your hotel.

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Turpan

Day 9: Turpan

Continue the journey in Turpan, visiting the ancient city of Gaochang to experience its long history and magnificent city walls. Proceed to the Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves to explore its exquisite murals and sculptures, revealing the charm of ancient Buddhist art. After lunch, arrive at Tuyugou Valley, where you can stroll through its peculiar geological landscapes and experience the marvels and tranquility of nature. Finally, taste a bowl of butter tea when visiting a Uyghur family.

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Turpan

Day 10: Turpan - Urumqi - Kashgar

Before driving to Urumqi airport, visit the distinguished landmark Emin Minaret (Sugong Tower), the former earth architectural wonder Jiaohe Ruins, and the remarkable Karez Irrigation Site. Afterward, drive about 2.5 hours to Urumqi airport for your flight to Kashgar. When you arrive, the local tour guide will pick you up and transfer to the hotel.

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Kashgar

Day 11: Kashgar, Idigar Mosque

Discovery Kashgar begins with the magnificent architecture and religious atmosphere of the Idigar Mosque, followed by a visit to the Abkar Khoja Tomb to learn its long history and unique burial culture. In the afternoon, wander through the ancient alleyways of Kashgar Old City, explore traditional artisan workshops, and immerse yourself in the vibrant markets, soaking in the rich Uyghur cultural ambiance and millennia-old cultural heritage.

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Kashgar

Day 12: Kashgar, Departure

Time to conclude the tour. When you are ready, your guide and driver will pick you up and transfer you to the airport for your flight to the next destination.

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Richee Family Adventures

05 Aug 2025

Second Honeymoon My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary by spending a few weeks touring around Asia. We loved how Odynovo worked with us to craft a tour of what we wanted to see and how we wanted to see it. This was our first time traveling with a private tour guide, and it was truly amazing. they took care of all transportation, tickets, and everywhere we went we had someone who not only spoke our language, but was also very well-versed in the places we were visiting. We saw Beijing and then took a bullet train to Xi'an. In both cities we had tour guides who had done this "a thousand times," and as a result knew all the tricks on where to take the best pictures, what lines to stand in, where to eat, and what not to waste your time seeing. At one point our guide pulled out ponchos from her backpack when it started to rain, while another helped us haggle for a good price on a new suitcase. We were surprised by how much we loved China, and it is safe to say that is because of the quality of service we got from Odynovo. Oh, and the hotels were great, too! In our first hotel my wife fell in love with her breakfast soup that she had to have every morning, while in Xi'an we were right around the corner from the Muslim Night Market and were able to get to it in less than 5 minutes of walking.We are already looking to see what tours we will be doing next through Odynovo, as the service was amazing, the quality was remarkable, and the cost was very worth it for what we received.
Shannon V

05 Aug 2025

Fabulous! We had a fabulous experience with our guide and Odynovo walking the Great Wall of China, and all other sites in Beijing. We loved our Peking duck dinner. It was fabulous. Thank you, Sammie/Jing for a great experience.
domotic d

05 Aug 2025

Beijing Beauty It started off with a friendly face at the airport, with Roy, our tour guide.The week has been such a pleasure and a treat. From adventures to The Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, to local markets, delicious Beijing food and roof top tea houses.Roy and our driver, Mr. Zhou, were prompt in picking us up and driving us around safely.The knowledge and fact about history and Beijing that Roy knows and explains is amazing and the fact he could answer my weird and inquisitive history questionsnwoth ease was a treat.He made it so easy to enjoy ourselves and absorb all that was around us, he even takes great photos too! 😊Polite, kind and thoughtful and ever patient in letting us take our time with things that interested us.I would highly recommend this tour and Roy again and again.
Zarah B

05 Aug 2025

Amazing travel experience My name is Zarah M. Babangida a Nigerian and i visited Beijing with my colleagues from the office. During our 5 day stay in Beijing, Ms. Eva Ma, was our Tour guide and from the minute we came through the Arrival Gate of the Airport, we were embraced by her alluring smile and warm welcome. She remained consistent with her warmth, a kind and intelligent professional who exuded unique passion not just for her job as a tour guide but, even more so as a proud Chinese woman. Her outstanding insight and knowledge of the sweet Chinese history and heritage left us in awe. I couldn't be more proud and thankful that she was assigned to our group and she made our stay exciting, fun-filled effortless and knowledge packed. I absolutely commend her dedication to work which she depicted throughout our stay. I recommend her to every visiting tourist because to know Eva, is to love her. If it were up to me, i will increase her bonuses or upgrade her salary as i am sure most tourists would want or revisit for her sake first and then perhaps other reasons.Thank you Eva and keep the passion up🙌.

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