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$980 USD/PP
Explore the legendary Silk Road landscapes and cultural treasures of Gansu and Qinghai on this 7-day group tour. Visit Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Zhangye, Xining, Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake to discover ancient history, Buddhist culture, diverse ethnic traditions and breathtaking scenery of Western China.
Highlights include the UNESCO Mogao Caves, Jiayuguan Pass, Zhangye Rainbow Mountains, Qinghai Lake and the stunning Chaka Salt Lake. This classic Silk Road journey combines desert landscapes, highland scenery and rich cultural experiences.
No Shopping Stops or Unplanned Detours
【Departure Date: Every Friday】

Private transportation with good AC
Excellent English speaking guide
4star Hotel with breakfast (2persons shared one room)
Entrance fee listed in the itinerary
2nd class train from Dunhuang to Jiayuguan, Zhangye to Xining
Allowance for the guide and driver
2bottles of water each person on daily use
Government tax
Travel insurance
Personal expenses and tips to the guide and driver
Full Board Meals
Some activities such as boating, camel riding, culture show etc.
Flight arrive in Dunhuang and leave from Xining
Payment and Deposit
1. 4 to 15 pax in a group (4 pax min, 15 pax max)
2. Typically we will take 400 USD per person as deposit when you book the trip (You can pay the deposit through WeChat/Alipay/bank transfer.)

3. Then the balance will be paid when you arrive. (Note: The balance needs to be paid 7 days before departure if your trip is just in the official Chinese holiday. E.g. Chinese New Year, Labor's Day, National Day)
Our cancellation policies are very friendly.
If you have to cancel your trip for some unexpected reasons, we have the following policies:
1. FULL REFUND at least 30 days before departure date. (Note: except the cost of service fees paid for the third party, such as trains, hotels,transportation etc)2. FULL REFUND if there is no flight and train to arrive resulted from extreme weather or government restrictions.
If the trip is cancelled due to severe weather conditions or any government restriction, full refund will be offered.
| Departing | Single Room | Total USD | Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-08-21 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-08-28 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-09-04 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-09-11 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-09-18 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-09-25 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-10-02 | $230.00 | $1130.00 | |
| 2026-10-09 | $230.00 | $1030.00 | |
| 2026-10-16 | $230.00 | $1030.00 |
This 7-day Silk Road Group Tour includes professional English-speaking guide service, transportation during the tour, 4STAR hotel accommodation, entrance tickets to listed attractions, and daily breakfast. Please check the detailed itinerary for inclusions and exclusions. NO SHOPPING STOPS AND DETOUR ARRANGED
We operate small group Silk Road tours (4-15PAX) with a limited number of travelers, providing a more comfortable experience and better opportunities to explore local culture and landscapes.
The tour departs every Friday throughout the year. Please contact us to confirm availability and reserve your place in advance.
The best time for this tour is from March to November when the weather is comfortable and the landscapes are at their best. Summer offers beautiful views of Qinghai Lake, while autumn provides clear skies and colorful scenery.
Yes. This is an easy-paced cultural and sightseeing tour suitable for most travelers. The itinerary includes some walking at attractions, but no strenuous hiking is required.
Yes. The tour includes a visit to the UNESCO-listed Mogao Caves, where you can explore one of the world's most important collections of Buddhist art along the ancient Silk Road.
Some areas of Qinghai are located at high altitude, including Qinghai Lake and Chaka Salt Lake. Most travelers adapt well, but we recommend taking it easy, staying hydrated, and avoiding overexertion during the first days.
We arrange comfortable vehicles based on the group size to ensure a pleasant travel experience:
1–4 travelers: 7-seat vehicle
5–6 travelers: 9–12-seat vehicle
7–9 travelers: 17–22-seat minibus
All vehicles are clean, comfortable, and suitable for long-distance travel across Gansu and Qinghai.
Yes. Solo travelers are welcome. You can join our scheduled group departure and meet other international travelers during the journey.
Yes. This tour can be extended with other Silk Road destinations such as Lanzhou, Xi’an, or Xinjiang to create a longer Silk Road journey in China. You can also continue your trip to Tibet by taking the Qinghai-Tibet Railway from Xining, enjoying one of the world's most scenic train journeys to the Tibetan Plateau.