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Coordinates: 42°57′00″N 89°11′00″E / 42.95°N 89.1833333°E / 42.95; 89.1833333
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1. All Inclusive Private Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi
Overall Ratings
4.7 based on 3 reviews
Take a three hours ride from Urumqi to Turpan to explore the wonderful basin with well-preserved ancient cities, Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, and the city ruin of Gaochang! A local Uyghur style lunch is also inclusive. This is a perfect day trip for people who love the history of ancient Silk Road!
Inclusions: Lunch, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By Daniel00768
The walled ancient city of Kashgar has been rebuilt with roads paved and reproduction of century old mud brick houses. The style and architecture is different from anywhere in China or central Asia. Unlike other cities in Xinjiang China, there is no over presence of police with machine guns and long baton, but security cameras are everywhere. No cars inside the walled except the garbage collection trucks and goods delivery vans, both electric. Plenty of nice restaurants serving Uyghur cuisine and local brewed beer. Singing and dancing everywhere as July is the peak tourist month. There are many day trips from Kashgar to the nearby tourist sites in the desert or a 2 days side trip to the Tajik village of Tashkurgan in the Pamir Plateau near the Pakistani border. Kashgar is a must for the Silk Road visit.
2. Silk Road- Xi'an, Tianshui, Wuwei, Zhangye, Jiayuguan, Turpan, Wurumqi
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 5 reviews
The Silk Road was a commercial road for transportation, trade and cultural exchanges between ancient China and foreign countries, and the Hexi Corridor was the throat for the 'Silk Road' to go west. Follow the ancient camel fleet through the place to re-take the ancient Silk Road, looking for the most beautiful scenery outside the fortress. Feel the distance of the Silk Road and savor the depth of history.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Bullet train tickets from Liuyuan to Turpan.
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Reviewed By Elena_gltan
I have travelled with YAT Travel since 2018 and the places that I went with them are North-East China, Harbin, Heilongjiang, Guizhou, West Sichuan and the most recent one that I went is the Silk Road and North Xinjiang. All together they were 3 long tours, all covering more than 20 days in each trip. I find this travel agency reliable and they deliver what were promised in the itineraries. They guides that were assigned to us are passionate and responsible in their duties..namely Zach and Jason whom I have the privilege to meet. Both of them went all the way out to make sure their guests are comfortable and well taken care of. If not for the pandemic the whole world is facing now, I would have gone with YAT for my fourth trip and that is to Yunnan Photography Tour in March this year. When the trip was cancelled due to the pandemic our deposits were promptly refunded by the company to our much relieved. If you plan to see China as a traveller and not seeing the usual touristy stuff which is often jam packed and very commercialised I would highly recommend YAT Travel. They will bring you to see the real interesting China and not forgetting to mention the delicious local food they bring to.
3. Xinjiang Best Classic Silk Road Tour with Locals
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
This tour begins in Kashgar and ends in Urumqi that you can experience the all the must see places in xinjiang by visiting top silk road destinations along the south and north Silk Road by driving across the Taklimakan desert Taklimakan second largest shifting desert in the world, as well as you can also experience the one of the world's most adventurous Karakoram highway which goes into Pakistan at the end through beautiful snow capped landscape Xinjiang which has more dry and continental landscape in the south with snow capped high mountains peaks as well as there is planty of Historical ruins and archiological sites . This could be your lifetime experience to follow the track of Marco Polo
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, 3*-4* hotel accomodations shared by two person in each room, Sleeper Train ticket from Kuqa to Turpan, all the expenses of the guide and driver (their meals,accomodation,fuels ,taxes ,tools ,parking fee), all the entrance fees to the attractions and historical sites mentioned in the itinerary , necessary permits for foreigners to travel on the karakoram highway to tashkorgan, airport -train station pick up and drop-off, Knowleagible tour guide in different languages for whole trip
Exclusions: personal expenses , costs of luches and dinners, air ticket cost to arrive to Kashgar and depart from Urumqi , Tips
Reviewed By Paula H
An amazing trip to Xinjiang: I’d longed to go to Xinjiang and the west of China and I wasn’t disappointed. I found the Silk Road Expeditions website and emailed them. Prompt email correspondence from Waheed who organised a guided tour just for me due to low tourist numbers. Met him at Kashgar airport and we were off: three days looking around Kashgar and a road trip along the Karakoram Highway; truly stunning scenery which for me was a highlight. Kashgar is very different to other towns in China so it was very interesting to appreciate the difference there in both culture and architecture. The animal trading market, street markets, old town, mosque, Concubine tomb, all interesting places to visit and Waheed was my driver and guide and happily explained about these places as we went along. It all went smoothly and I’d recommend contacting Waheed and talking to him about what you want to see and do. After Kashgar I flew to Urumqi and had a second guide and driver - also excellent and very knowledgeable. What he doesn’t know about the local area and history isn’t worth knowing! We spend only a little time in Urumqi itself and then went to Turpan; more stunning scenery on the drive, ancient villages, Buddhist tombs and caves, markets, grape drying houses, again, there’s a lot to see and do. The final day we added in Heavenly Lake - I feel this is a must see, if scenery and nature is your thing then it’s not to be missed. It had snowed the day before we visited and it was like a scene out of Narnia! I feel this lake would be wonderful to see in any season though. Maybe this should be in the itinerary rather than a last minute add on; I had a late flight out of Urumqi on my final day and so added this in at extra cost; we maybe should have included it from the beginning so there was no waste of time on the final day. A trip to remember, great memories and a stack of stunning photos!
4. All Inclusive Private Day Tour: Discover Turpan including Karez System and Emin Minaret
Discover the city of Turpan while on this full-day tour, led by a private guide. Explore well-preserved ancient towns including taking a walk on the rustic Silk Road. See the Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Astana Tombs and other pivotal areas before returning to your hotel.
Inclusions: Private tour, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch, private guide
Exclusions: Drinks and dinner, Gratuities
5. 5-Night Silk Road Tour from Urumqi to Dunhuang
Explore the highlights of the Silk Road during a 5-night tour one-way from Urumqui to Dunhuang. Travel by train and private vehicle to visit the Gobi desert, Mogao Grottoes, ancient ruins in Turpan, Heavenly Lake (Tianchi), and Crescent Spring and the Singing Sand Dunes. Experience local culture during lunch at a Uighur home and a stop at the night market in Dunhuang. Includes five nights of 5-star accommodation, high-speed train ticket, entrance fees, private guide and vehicle, breakfasts, and one lunch.
Inclusions: 5 nights accommodation (5-star hotel), Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, One-way high-speed train from Turpan to Liuyuan (second class), English speaking guide service with private transfers
Exclusions: Gratuities
6. Private 6-Night Silk Road Tour from Dunhuang to Kashgar
This 6-night Silk Road private tour takes you to explore the Chinese section of ancient Silk Road from Dunhuang to Kashgar. You will travel to Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi and Kashgar.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation as per itinerary, Local guide, Transport by private vehicle, Arfare(Economy class) Urumqi/Kashgar, Bullet train Liuyuan(Dunhuang)/Turpan
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Transportation to/from Dunhuang/Kashgar
Reviewed By ADRIANA D
the trip was perfectly organized you have seen amazing places it was one time life experience staff very helpful Sunny thank you for your support and cooperation
7. 2-Day Private Independent Tour to Turpan from Urumqi
Enjoy a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Urumqi city hotel to Turpan, after your two days self-guided tour in Turpan, you can choose the option to end your tour in Turpan or been transferred back to your hotel in Urumqi. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy historical sites at your own pace. Feel free to choose the sites you want to visit in Turpan: Ancient City of Jiaohe (Yarkhoto), Bezeklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Ancient City of Gaochang (Kharakhoja), Turpan Kariz underground water system, Emin Minaret (Su Gong Ta), Astana-Karakhoja Tombs, Flaming mountain and so on.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Driver's accommodation in Turpan, Round-trip private transfer(If the related option been selected, 9 hours Service each day, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Accommodation in Turpan
8. Flexible Private Turpan Day Tour from Urumqi with Lunch
If you have limited time in Urumqi, but want to see some ruins from the ancient Silk Road? This is a perfect day tour for you. Turpan boasts a tangible history as part of the Silk Road that is absolutely fascinating. During this one day tour, you can chose 2-3 attractions in Turpan, such as Jiaohe Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves, Flame Mountain and more. This private tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee(2 -3 attractions), an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Entrance fee to 2-3 attractions in Turpan
Exclusions: Gratuities
9. 2-Day Private Tour to Turpan from Urumqi: Karez System, JIaohe Ruins and More
Turpan has a history that covers thousands of years and many empires and religions. During this 2 days guided tour, you can chose 4-6 attractions in Turpan to visit, such as Jiaohe Ancient City, Gaochang Ancient City, Karez Irrigation System, Emin Minaret, Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves and Flame Mountain. The tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee(4 -6 attractions), an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.
Inclusions: Bottled water, 2 Days Lunches in the local restaurant, Professional guide, Transport by private vehicle, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Entrance Fee
Exclusions: Gratuities, Accommodations in Turpan
10. Private 13-Day China Silk Road Tour
This 13 days silk road private tour provide you good chance to experience the ancient silk road culture, which includes, Beijing , Xi'an, Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi , Kashgar City and Tashkorgan, then fly out from Kashgar finally.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, 5 star hotel accommodation , 2 people share 1 room, Entrance fees , Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide service , Flight from Xi’an to Dunhuang , Urumqi to Kashgar, bullet train from Dunhuang to Turpan north
Exclusions: Tips for guide and driver
Reviewed By Birgit B
Jenny and the driver where absolutely amazing. Very kind and fourth coming. The tour was very well organized and I was able to see all the touristic spots in Beijing. Another great point was that Jenny showed me authentic and delicious restaurants and all my wishes were taken care off. If you are travelling alone or together with someone, I would definitely recommend the 3 day tour and Jenny
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