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6 Days Silk Road Journey from Lake Kokonor to Dunhuang Wonders

By Tangola Travels
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$5,613 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 6-day journey along the legendary Silk Road, where history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes come alive. Marvel at the serene blue waters of Lake Kokonor and explore Tibetan traditions along its shores. Walk through awe-inspiring grottoes at Mati Temple and the Mogao Caves, and witness the colourful, otherworldly formations of Zhangye Danxia Geopark. Experience the grandeur of Jiayuguan Fortress and the western reaches of the Great Wall, ride camels across the golden Mingsha Sand Dunes, and stroll through Dunhuang’s lively night market. With private transport, expert guidance, and all major entrance fees included, this immersive adventure offers a seamless, once-in-a-lifetime Silk Road experience.

Activity location

  • Ta'er Monastery
    • Juban Old Alley,
    • Huangzhong County, Qinghai, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ta'er Monastery
    • Juban Old Alley,
    • Huangzhong County, Qinghai, China

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6 Days Silk Road Journey from Lake Kokonor to Dunhuang Wonders

  • Activity duration is 6 days6d
    6d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 AM
Price details
AU$5,613.13 x 1 AdultAU$5,613.13
Total
Price is AU$5,613.13

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private car arranged to comfortably fit your group size throughout the trip
  • What's includedWhat's included
    All entrance and admission fees to the listed attractions are included
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English-speaking guide service
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Return flights or train tickets to/from the tour starting point
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals not specified in the itinerary (lunches & dinners)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses such as hotel minibar, laundry, souvenirs, or tips

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Xining - Ta'er Monastery - Lake Kokonor (Qinghai Lake) - Xining

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Xining at a 4-star hotel

Ta'er Monastery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Lake Kokonor

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Day 2: Xining - Qilian Mountain (Pass by) - Mati Temple - Zhangye

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Zhangye at a 4-star hotel

Mati Temple

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included

Qilian Mountain, Haibei

Day 3: Dafo Temple - Zhangye Danxia Geopark - Jiayuguan

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Jiayuguan at a 4-star hotel

Dafo Temple of Zhangye

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Zhangye Danxia Geopark

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included

Day 4: Jiayuguan Fortress - Xuanbi Great Wall - Dunhuang Night Market

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Dunhuang at a 4-star hotel

Jiayuguan Fortress

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Great Wall at Jiayuguan Pass

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included

Dunhuang Night Market

  • 2h

Day 5: Mogao Caves - Dunhuang Museum - Mingsha Shan

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Dunhuang at a 4-star hotel

Mogao Caves

  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included

Dunhuang Museum

  • 2h

Mingsha Shan - Echoing-Sand Mountain

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included

Day 6: Yangguan site - Yumen Pass - Yadan National Geological Park - Dunhuang

  • 3 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight stay in Dunhuang at a 4-star hotel

Yangguan Historic Sites

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Yumen Pass

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Yadan National Geological Park

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Ta'er Monastery
    • Juban Old Alley,
    • Huangzhong County, Qinghai, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Ta'er Monastery
    • Juban Old Alley,
    • Huangzhong County, Qinghai, China

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