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14-Day Ancient China Heritage Journey: Beijing, Shanxi, Xi’an & Dunhuang
From the imperial capital to Shanxi’s old towns, Xi’an and the Silk Road.
Yungang Grottoes, Datong
Pingyao, Shanxi
Mogao Caves, DunhuangDuration14 Days / 13 Nights
RouteBeijing – Datong – Pingyao – Xi’an – Dunhuang
Group sizePrivate tour, 2–6 travelers
HotelsFour-star hotel references
Best timeApril – June, September – October
Why you'll love this tour
Follow the growth of Chinese civilization from imperial Beijing through the old towns of Shanxi to Xi’an, capital of thirteen dynasties, and out along the Silk Road to Dunhuang.
- Badaling Great Wall and the Ming Tombs
- Yungang Grottoes and the Hanging Temple
- Pingyao, a walled Ming and Qing merchant town
- Terracotta Warriors and the Shaanxi History Museum
- Mogao Caves, Yumen Pass and the Yadan landforms
Day-by-day itinerary
Beijing
Arrive in Beijing and transfer to your hotel.
Beijing
The Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Jingshan Park.
Beijing
Badaling Great Wall and the Ming Tombs.
Beijing → Datong
High-speed train to Datong, Huayan Temple and the city wall.
Datong
Yungang Grottoes and the Hanging Temple, subject to opening.
Datong → Pingyao
Travel to Pingyao and its Ming and Qing merchant culture.
Pingyao
Pingyao Ancient City, Rishengchang Exchange House and old houses.
Pingyao → Xi’an
Travel to Xi’an, the Bell and Drum Towers and the Muslim Quarter.
Xi’an
Terracotta Warriors and the First Emperor’s tomb sites.
Xi’an
Shaanxi History Museum, subject to booking, and the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda.
Xi’an → Dunhuang
Fly to Dunhuang, Mingsha Shan and Crescent Lake.
Dunhuang
Mogao Caves and Dunhuang Museum.
Dunhuang
Yumen Pass, the Han Great Wall ruins and Yadan landforms.
Dunhuang
Free time and transfer to the airport.
Tour price
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| 4 Travelers | USD ___ |
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What's included
- 13 nights' accommodation in four-star hotel references.
- Intercity trains and flights as listed in the itinerary.
- Airport and railway station transfers.
- Private vehicle for scheduled sightseeing.
- English-speaking local guide in each destination.
- Entrance tickets to the attractions in the itinerary.
What's not included
- International flights to and from China.
- China visa fees, if applicable.
- Meals not listed as included.
- Single-room supplements.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Tips for guides and drivers.
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