Silk Road 14-Day Muslim Tour from Beijing to Xinjiang, Dunhuang, Xian & Shanghai
Overview
• Explore Beijing, the capital of Yuan, Ming & Qing dynasties as well as the People's Republic of China.
• Explore Kashgar, described as “fruitful soil, cotton aplenty, and inhabitants who live by trade” by Marco Polo.
• Explore Uruqmi, the capital of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region in the far northwest of China.
• Explore Turpan, the centre of a fertile oasis (with water provided by karez) and an important Silk Road trade centre.
• Explore Dunhuang, an oasis city of being one of the most important crossroads on the ancient Southern Silk Route.
• Explore Xian, the capital of 13 dynasties as well as the starting point of the legendary ancient Silk Road.
• Explore the glass and steel towers of cosmopolitan city of Shanghai, once reputed as Paris of the East.
• Perform Salat at local characteristic mosques.
• Have Halal meals at local halal restaurants.
• Experienced English speaking tour guide.
• Overland transfers with private chauffeur and in-transport refreshments.
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What's Included
✓ Included
- All government taxes
- Professional English language speaking guide
- FOOD_AND_DRINK
- FOOD_AND_DRINK
- Second class bullet train from Turpan to Liuyuan (Train Station for Dunhuang)
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver for land transportation
- Halal meals as specified in the itinerary at local halal restaurants
- All admission tickets to sightseeing places
✗ Not Included
- Airfare Beijing/Urumqi, Urumqi/Kashgar/Urumqi, Dunhuang/Xian, Xian/Shanghai
- Excursions and activities not included in the itinerary
- Hotel accommodations
- Optional tour & insurance
- Gratuities to guide & driver (Customary, $5 per person/day)
- Tour guide for departure transfers
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Good to Know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Keep your passport on you constantly. It might be needed to buy entrance tickets.
- Xian Museum is closed on Tuesday tours. Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region Museum & Shanghai Museum is closed on Monday tours.
- Airfare Beijing/Urumqi, Urumqi/Kashgar/Urumqi, Dunhuang/Xian, Xian/Shanghai are not included in this tour package. Please contact us for discount airfare.
- Kashgar Grand Bazaar is open every day but Sunday is the best. Plan your traveling date in Kashgar on Sunday if you want to experience the bustling Grand Bazaar at its busiest with animal market open.