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7-Day Jiayuguan, Zhangye, Xining, Qinghai Lake and Chaka Ancient Silk Road Hub Tour from Dunhuang to Xining Tour Code: 127-20357

  • Explore the Mogao Caves, a treasure trove of Buddhist art and history.
  • Visit the Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring in the Gobi Desert.
  • Discover the ancient Jiayuguan Fortress, a key point on the Great Wall.
  • See the stunning colors of Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park.
  • Experience the vast beauty of Qinghai Lake at Erlangjian Scenic Area.
  • Walk on the 'Sky Mirror' of Chaka Salt Lake.
  • Tour the sacred Kumbum Monastery (Ta'er Temple) in Xining.
  • Enjoy scenic train travel from Zhangye to Xining.
Visit Chaka, Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Qinghai Lake, Xining, Zhangye.
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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • Share Room: If a single male or female guest arises and another same-gender solo traveler agrees to share, the travel agency will assist with room sharing; if not possible, a single room supplement applies.
    If the guest decides to change to a private room after the tour has commenced, they must pay an additional charge equal to twice the single supplement will apply.
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1346
    ¥9187
    €1143
    C$1844
    Share Room
    $1026
    ¥7003
    €871
    C$1406
    Double
    $1026
    ¥7003
    €871
    C$1406
Price (/Person)
    Single
    $1184
    ¥8081
    €1005
    C$1622
    Share Room
    $953
    ¥6505
    €809
    C$1306
    Double
    $953
    ¥6505
    €809
    C$1306
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3% Group Discount: 1. Receive 3% off when you purchase 3+ rooms on the same tour (single order only).
2. Receive 3% off when you book 3+ multi-day tours with minimum order total of $500 at once. Not valid in conjunction with any other discounts or pricing offers.
  • Share Room: If a single male or female guest arises and another same-gender solo traveler agrees to share, the travel agency will assist with room sharing; if not possible, a single room supplement applies.
    If the guest decides to change to a private room after the tour has commenced, they must pay an additional charge equal to twice the single supplement will apply.
  • Overview
  • Day 1
  • Day 2
  • Day 3
  • Day 4
  • Day 5
  • Day 6
  • Day 7
Day 1 Dunhuang
Day 2 Dunhuang
Day 3 Dunhuang - Jiayuguan (311 km)
Day 4 Jiayuguan - Zhangye (225 km)
Day 5 Zhangye - Xining - Chaka (902 km)
Day 6 Chaka - Xining (299 km)
Day 7 Xining

Day 1: Dunhuang

Standard Hotel: Dunhuang City Hotel
Meal: Excluded
Arrive in Dunhuang. Transfer to hotel. Free time for personal exploration.

Day 2: Dunhuang

Standard Hotel: Dunhuang City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Full day sightseeing in Dunhuang. Visit the Mogao Caves, then explore the Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring.
  • Dunhuang, CN

    Located in the Gansu Province of western China, Dunhuang was a major stop on the ancient Silk Road. Tourists enjoy visiting the Magao Grottoes (a cave system that is home to thousands of ancient relics) and Crescent Moon Lake.

    Mogao Grottoes

    Mogao Grottoes, also known as the Caves of the Thousand Buddhas, is an intricate system of sandstone caves that contain thousands of well-preserved examples of ancient Buddhist art dating back to over 1,000 years ago.

    Singing Sand Dunes and Crescent Moon Spring

    The Singing Sand Dunes embrace the Crescent Moon Spring, a rare oasis in the desert. Visitors can experience sand sliding, camel rides, and the unique desert landscape.

Day 3: Dunhuang - Jiayuguan (311 km)

Standard Hotel: Jiayuguan City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Drive to Jiayuguan. Visit the Jiayuguan Fortress and the Overhanging Great Wall.
  • Jiayuguan, CN

    The city culture is a combination of Great Wall and Silk Road. It boasts many historical relics referring to these two wonders. The famous ones include Jiayuguan Pass, the Overhanging Great Wall, the First Fire Tower of the Great Wall and Wei-Jin Art Gallery.

    Jiayu Pass

    the magnificent scale and history of the Great Wall of China is present at Jiayu Pass, located near the city of Jiayuguan and is the most intact surviving ancient military building along the Great Wall.

    Overhanging Great Wall

    Built along the steep ridges of the Hei Shan mountains, the Overhanging Great Wall appears to hang in the air. It served as a key western fortification of the Ming Dynasty Great Wall.

Day 4: Jiayuguan - Zhangye (225 km)

Standard Hotel: Zhangye City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Drive to Zhangye. Visit the Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park and the Great Buddha Temple.
  • Zhangye, CN

    Zhangye, a city on the Hexi Corridor, is famed for its colorful Danxia landforms. It served as a key stop on the ancient Silk Road, blending stunning natural scenery with historical significance.

    Zhangye Danxia Landform Geological Park

    The Zhangye Danxia Landform features vibrant, layered colorful hills that resemble a painter's palette. This unique geological park showcases striking multicolored rock formations.

    Great Buddha Temple

    The Great Buddha Temple is renowned for housing a massive reclining Buddha statue. It is a significant heritage site of Western Xia Buddhist art, with ancient architecture and cultural relics.

Day 5: Zhangye - Xining - Chaka (902 km)

Standard Hotel: Chaka Town Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Take a high-speed train to Xining. Transfer to Qinghai Lake to visit Erlangjian Scenic Area. Continue driving to Chaka Town for overnight stay.
  • Qinghai Lake, CN

    Erlangjian Scenic Area

    Erlangjian is a long, narrow peninsula extending into Qinghai Lake's southern shore. It offers ideal vantage points for viewing the vast lake and surrounding grasslands.

Day 6: Chaka - Xining (299 km)

Standard Hotel: Xining City Hotel
Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Visit Chaka Salt Lake. After sightseeing, drive back to Xining.
  • Chaka, CN

    Chaka is the gateway town to the famous Chaka Salt Lake. This high-altitude settlement draws travelers with its access to the stunning 'Mirror of the Sky' landscape.

    Chaka Salt Lake

    Chaka Salt Lake's mirror-like surface reflects the sky and distant mountains, earning it the nickname 'Sky Mirror.' The white salt crystals and light blue water create a pure, dreamlike landscape.

Day 7: Xining

Breakfast: Included|Lunch: Excluded|Dinner: Excluded
Visit Kumbum Monastery (Ta'er Temple). After the tour, transfer to airport/train station for departure.
  • Xining, CN

    Kumbum Monastery (Ta'er Temple)

    Kumbum Monastery is one of the six great monasteries of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism. It is known for its impressive architecture, murals, embroidery, and butter sculptures.

Complimentary Transfer Service
(Available only on designated group departure and end dates)

  • Free Pick‑up: Arrivals between 08:00 - 22:00

  • Free Drop‑off: Departures between 09:00 - 23:00 (early morning flights are also covered if you are willing to leave in advance)

Transfers are currently provided with a driver only. If multiple guests arrive around the same time, a guide may be arranged at our discretion. Any policy updates will be communicated separately.

  • If you arrive before the group start date or leave after the group end date, a separate transfer fee applies

  • If your arrival or departure falls outside the free transfer time window, a separate transfer fee also applies

  • For shared group transfers, guests with close arrival times will be picked up together, with a waiting time of approximately 1.5 hours. If you prefer not to wait, please notify us at least 1 day in advance to arrange a private transfer at an additional cost.

Price Includes

  • Transportation: High-speed train ticket from Zhangye to Xining (second class seat).
  • Hotel: Standard twin room accommodation (double occupancy).
  • Meals: Hotel breakfasts as specified in itinerary.
  • Admission: First entry tickets and necessary shuttle buses for attractions listed in itinerary.
  • Vehicle: All land transportation costs (including tolls, fuel, vehicle mountain pass fees).
  • Transfer: Airport/train station pickup and drop-off service (shared transfer may involve waiting).
  • Guide: Professional Chinese-speaking guide service.
  • Insurance: Travel accident insurance, vehicle seat insurance, travel agency liability insurance.
  • Additional Service: Two bottles of mineral water per person per day.

Price Excludes

  • Transportation: Airfare to Dunhuang and from Xining.
  • Personal Expenses: Laundry, phone calls, pay-TV, beverages, snacks, alcohol, and other personal hotel charges.
  • Unforeseen Circumstances: Additional costs due to force majeure events (natural disasters, war, strikes, pandemic), airline schedule changes, or insufficient group size.
  • Gratuities: Suggested gratuities for guide (RMB 40-70 per person per day) and driver (RMB 20-50 per person per day).

Terms & Condition

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    Booking and Reservation
    All tours are for early booking, tour operator suggests the each passenger should book tour at least 3 weeks before departure date. Passenger may make reservation via email; however, seats will not be assigned until the deposit has been paid. At time of reservation, passenger may require to provide name, phone number and address and specify designated tour and date of travel.All seats are pre-assigned with numbers; seat assignment is based on a first come first serve basis after down payment.
  • Travel Documents
    Each passenger must carry a valid travel document. (Valid visa for countries needed) (E.g. Green Card, Passport, Re-Entry Permit, and etc.) Tour operator is not responsible for lost or stolen personal items.
  • Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
    30 days or more prior to departure - - 10% of total purchase amount..
    15-29 days or more prior to departure - 30% of total purchase amount.
    7-14 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    Within 6 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    Day of departure no show or late - 100% per person.
    Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a scheduled trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every effort to maintain normal operations.
    The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
    NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of the tour.
  • Travel Insurance
    Tour operator is not responsible for any loss of or damage to personal items, or personal injury that may occur on or during the tour. It is optional that passengers to buy travel insurance, for more information, please consult your travel agent.
  • Itinerary Variations
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
  • Tour Cancellation
    We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure of the tour, Taketours only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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