Silk Road Western & Southern Xinjiang: 10-Day Panorama Tour

Duration 10 Days / 9 Nights
Group size 2–6 Travelers
Season Spring & Autumn (June–October)

Trip Overview

Experience the Southern Xinjiang Silk Road in 10 days, exploring snow-capped mountains, deserts, ancient cities, and remote highlands. Traverse the Tianshan and Kunlun mountain ranges, visit the breathtaking Pamir Plateau, and immerse yourself in the culture and heritage of the Silk Road.

Journey from historic Silk Road towns to the vast Taklamakan Desert, from the towering Muztagh Glacier to the millennia-old Kashgar Old Town, and the highland gem Baisha Lake. Along the way, enjoy unique experiences such as Kucha music and dance performances and Tajik village visits, all with comfortable transportation and quality accommodations, blending natural wonders with centuries of Silk Road civilization.

Trip Highlights

Silk Road Five Capitals:

Retrace the millennium-old Silk Road connecting Urumqi, Korla, Kuqa, Hotan, and Kashgar, exploring the core cultural heritage of Western Xinjiang.

Silk Road Western & Southern Xinjiang: 10-Day Panorama Tour

Southern Xinjiang Landscapes:

Cross the Tianshan and Kunlun mountains, visiting deserts, glaciers, lakes, and highlands to experience the diverse natural wonders along the Silk Road.

Pamir Plateau Secrets:

Discover Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Glacier, and the Panlong Ancient Road, taking in the breathtaking vistas of the “Roof of the Silk Road.”

Silk Road Cultural Tour:

Stroll through Kashgar Old Town and Kuqa Old Streets, gaining a deep understanding of the daily life and history of ancient Silk Road cities.

Western Xinjiang Intangible Heritage:

Experience Kucha music and dance, Yingjisha heritage, Tajik village visits, and traditional performances, immersing in the region’s rich ethnic cultures.

Detailed Itinerary

5-Day Xi’an, Mount Hua & Hukou Waterfall Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Xi’an

Meals: None
Accommodation: Xi’an
Transport: Private transfer
Itinerary: Arrive at Xi’an Airport or railway station. Meet your driver and transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy free time at your own pace.

Day 2: Xi’an - Lintong - Mount Hua

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Mount Hua
Transport: Air-conditioned tour bus
Itinerary: Visit the Terracotta Warriors Museum, explore Huaqing Palace and Lishan Scenic Area, then transfer to Mount Hua.

Day 3: Mount Hua - Hancheng

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Hancheng
Transport: Air-conditioned tour bus
Itinerary: Explore Mount Hua and admire its dramatic mountain scenery. Continue to Hancheng and stroll through the Ancient Town food street.

Day 4: Hancheng - Hukou Waterfall - Xi’an

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch
Accommodation: Xi’an
Transport: Air-conditioned tour bus
Itinerary: Visit Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River before returning to Xi’an. Enjoy an evening visit to Tang Paradise and Giant Wild Goose Pagoda Square.

Day 5: Xi’an City Tour - Departure

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
Transport: Air-conditioned tour bus / Private transfer
Itinerary: Visit Big Wild Goose Pagoda, Xi’an Museum, and Small Wild Goose Pagoda. Explore Bell & Drum Tower Square and the Muslim Quarter before transfer to the airport or railway station for departure.

What's Included

Included

Accommodation: 1 night 5-star + 7 nights 4-star + 1 night comfortable hotel (double occupancy)
Meals: 9 breakfasts
Transportation: 1+1 first-class independent seat business vehicle, full airport/station transfers
Tickets / Admissions: Lop Nur villages, Wensu Grand Canyon, Baisha Lake, Karakul Lake, Muztagh Glacier Park (first entrance tickets)
Experiences: Kucha music and dance, rooftop party, Tajik village visit, eagle flute performance, costume experience
Complimentary Gifts: Drone footage, DSLR photography, oxygen tank, dried fruit pack, travel insurance
Service: Professional driver throughout

Not Included

Full meals
In-park shuttle buses / cable cars
Optional activities
Single-room supplement
Travel accident insurance
Personal expenses during free time
Additional costs caused by force majeure

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