The Silk Road Discovery retraces footsteps of caravans and merchants who linked the East and West
along this ancient trade route. Discover the ruins of Jiahoe City and Gaocheng City near Turpan and
immerse yourself in the unique culture, song, and dance of the Uygur minority in Urumqi. Study the
ancient Magao Grotto paintings sketched by monks, merchants, and nobles from eras and dynasties long
passed, and visit the Xian excavation site containing the treasured Terracotta Warriors. You will also enjoy
modern-day China attractions on this journey that takes you through the bustling streets of Beijing and
Shanghai. Experience ancient and modern civilizations along your Silk Road Discovery.
Beijing (3 Nights):
Bird's Nest, Water Cube (outside), Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Summer Palace, pearl and jade factory
Urumqi (4 Nights):
Heaven's Lake and Great Bazaar
Turpan:
Gaocheng City Ruins, Karez Well and Sugong Pagoda
Dunhuang (1 Night):
Mogao Grottoes, Crescent Moon Spring and Humming Sandy Mountain
Xian (2 Nights):
Terracotta Warriors, Big Goose Pagoda and Ancient City Wall
Shanghai (2 Nights):
Pearl TV Tower Ride, Yu Yuan Gardens, Old Shanghai District, Bund and Pudong District
Entertainment:
Kung Fu Show (Beijing), Uygur Show (Urumqi) and Tang Dynasty Show (Xian)
Tour Price Includes:
International & Domestic China Airfare, Meals, Tours, Guides and Hotels
