Arrive in Beijing (Tuesday)
Welcome to Beijing-the capital of China and home to many wonders. On arrival, you will be met by your friendly local tour guide and transferred to your impressive 5 star hotel.

Beijing/Urumqi Flight
Today, we fly to Urumqi. It is a unique air route, geographically covers the 2nd world biggest deserts, we will pass through many high & dry red rock or snow capped mountains, valleys and canyons. Afternoon we drive 70 km southwest to one of the eighth major deep valleys and passage ways along the whole Mountain called Nanshan Grassland, where we visit the minority families of Kazakstanian, Uzbekistanian, Kyrgyzatanian and chat with them in their yurts while drink strong Milk Tea & home-made snacks. [B/L/D]

Urumqi
We drive 120 km northeast to Heavenly Lake, with an elevation of 2600 meters. The beautiful lake is flanked by rugged pines and cypresses, with melted clear waters reflecting the surrounding of snow capped Heavenly Mountain-Peak of Boghanar at an elevation of 5446 meters. The peak is always regarded as the holy mountain by all Turks in the Mid-Asia. We cruise on the lake and take a golf cart around the lake. Then we return back the city and visit the Provincial Museum to view the incredible mummies from over 2,000 years ago, which really tells us mystery history unwritten in the books. If time permits, we visit the Redhill Park and visit Bazaar, which is believed to be the largest out-door market in the region. [B/L/SD]

Urumqi/Turpan Overland
Today we drive for 2 hours and a half southeast from Urumqi to Turpan in the morning. Turpan is a Uygur town set in a large oasis surrounded by desert and dry mountains. Upon arrival, we visit the mysterious Death City-Jiaohe Ruins, which reveals traces of a prosperous ancient trading center and military stronghold 1600 years ago, and it used to be the most frontal barrier in the west for centuries. And then we visit the Ancient Karez, underground water supply & irrigation system and its Museum. Turpan is famous throughout China for its big and sweet grapes and gourds, and we will visit the grape valley and enjoy fruits there. [B/L/D]

Turpan/Urumqi/Kashigar Overland/Flight
Morning visit Sugong Pagoda, The Flaming Mountain & Bezelik Thousand Buddha Grottoes and have lunch at local family. Then, we drive back to Urumqi and take flight to Kashigar. [B/L/D]

Kashigar
We visit Sunday Morning Moslems Pray. It is incredible that thousands of Moslems kneel down on the streets and the squares facing to the temple. Then we visit the Sunday Bazaar, which is the largest out-door market in the Mid-Asia. We visit Temple & the tombs of the Fragrant Concubine in the afternoon. And the Old Town of Kashigar will bring you thousand years back to a paramilitary age. [B/L/SD]

Kashigar/Urumqi/Dunhuang Flight 
Morning flight to Dunhuang by connecting flight in Urumqi. In the afternoon visit the world wonder – Mogao Grottos. The grottoes honeycomb a 1600 meters long cliff overlooking a river valley, located 25 km southwest from Dunhuang. It is the world's most important sites of ancient Buddhist Culture. The grottoes, also known as Caves of the Thousands Buddha, preserve nearly a thousand years of Buddhist cave-temple architecture, clay sculpture, mural paintings, and manuscripts, dating from the 5th to 14th centuries. Over 426 caves are very enormously in size and contain numberless clay sculptures and more than 45,000 square meters of mural paintings, all are national treasures. [B/L/D]

Dunhuang
Today we drive 2 hours west forward across the desert to Yumen Guan (Jade Gate Pass), which was the west terminus of Great Wall built in Han Dynasty 2100 years ago. In the afternoon, we return back to the city and visit Crescent Moon Lake & Sounding Dune with a camel ride to see the sunset. [B/L/D]

Dunhuang/Xi'an Flight
Today, we fly to Xi’an. Over a period of more than 2000 years, Xian was the capital for eleven dynasties. Along with Rome and Constantinople, this city was a world leader in culture and trade and played a vital role in bridging the gap between east and west. After lunch, visit the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, the symbol of the city, it is said to have been built to house and protect Buddhist scriptures collected by the Chinese monk, Xuan Zang. We will visit the Bell Tower and walk along Xi Guan Street, the oldest area of Xi’an city. [B/L/D]

Xi'an
Today we will visit the spectacular sight of the tomb of Emperor Qin Shi Huang guarded by 8,000 Terra Cotta Warriors and Bronze Chariots in battle formation. It is the most significant archeological excavations of the 20th century and regarded as “the eighth wonder of the world” and among the top archaeological excavations of the 20th century.  Later visit Shanxi Provincial History Museum, a striking Tang-Dynasty style pavilion, houses a large collection of 113,000 historic and cultural artifacts unearthed in Shaanxi. Enjoy the Dumpling Banquet dinner& Tang Dynasty Show in the evening. [B/L/SD]

Xi'an/Shanghai Flight
Today, we fly to Shanghai, the cosmopolitan port city of Shanghai is a treat to the senses with its mix of ancient and modern influence. We will have a city tour in Shanghai. Start the exploration form The Bund, a waterfront promenade lined with a mile-long of European buildings. Later, visit the small yet exquisite Yu Yuan Garden & Old Downtown Area. Tonight enjoy an exciting Acrobatic Show. [B/L/D]

Shanghai
This morning, we will visit the marvelous Shanghai Museum. Its galleries contain world-class collections of ancient arts and artifacts. The Bronze Gallery is a must-see section. Walk along the famous Nanjing Road & fashionable Xintiandi, a new romantic paradise for exploring. Free at leisure in the afternoon. [B/L]

Depart Shanghai (Sunday)
Today, you will be transferred to airport for flight to your sweet home. [B]

*Price per person in Canadian dollars, minimum 2 passengers traveling together

Includes:

• 12 nights accommodation based on twin sharing with buffet breakfast
  • Beijing Plaza Royal or Chang An Grand Hotel or Oriental Bay Hotel ( all 5 star)
  • Urumqi Hoi Tak Hotel or similar ( 5 star)
  • Turpan Oasis Hotel VIP building (3-4 star, best available)
  • Kashigar Barony Hotel (3 star, best available)
  • Dunhuang Hotel VIP Building (4 star)
  • Xi’an King Dynasty or Aurum International Hotel (Superior or 4 star)
  • Shanghai Galaxy Hotel or similar (4 star)
• Sightseeing tours with lunch and dinner as listed, including
  • Chinese Dumpling Dinner & Tang Dynasty Show in Xian
  • Acrobatic Show in Shanghai
  • Lunch & dinner at local restaurant with one glass of soft drink
  • Special lunch at local restaurant with soft drinks
  • Special dinner at local restaurant with soft drinks & local wine
• Regional escorted from Urumqi to Turpan, Karshigar and back Urumqi on Day 2-7
• Professional English speaking tour guide guide service in each city
• Round trip airport/hotel transfers in each city
• Domestic airfare Beijing/Urumqi/Kashagar/Urumqi/Dunhuang/Xi’an/Shanghai with airport tax and fuel surcharge
• Baggage handling

Excludes:

• International flights & airport taxes
• Travel insurance
• Visa fee
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities to guide, driver & porters