Silk Road Dream · Winter Journey from Dunhuang to Xining — 4 Days, 3 Nights
Silk Road Dream

Winter Journey from Dunhuang to Xining — 4 Days, 3 Nights

Northwest China · 4 days and 3 nights

Original Chinese name

雪映梵华·敦煌-西宁4天3晚

Journey overview

Reference fare
USD 3,276 and up
Duration
4 days and 3 nights
Departure location
Dunhuang

Departure dates

2027

Cabins

  • Changle Shuanghui Pavilion (double bed)
  • Changle Qingyaju
  • Changle Parent-Child Pavilion (Parent-Child Room)
  • Jinxiu Weiyang Suite

Fares and availability vary by departure and cabin. Please confirm both when booking.

USD estimates use the 2026-11-13 exchange rate. Confirm the final amount and payment currency when booking.

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

All over the country-Dunhuang

  • MealHotel dinner
  • Accommodation: Dunhuang Ganman Wanda Vista Hotel or similar class

[Today] When your flight arrives at Dunhuang International Airport, the steward team of Silk Road Dream Express has prepared a grand welcome ceremony for you. Then a courtesy car and driver will take you and your family to the hotel for your stay.

[Evening] Enjoy a customized welcome dinner.

Local car: private car

Day 2

Dunhuang-Xining

  • Mealshotel breakfast, local specialties, train dinner
  • Accommodation: Silk Road Dream Express

[Morning] Go to the Mogao Grottoes Scenic Area (about 20 minutes’ drive). A professional guide will lead the VIPs to visit the [Mogao Grottoes] (VIP bus + private guide + 2 special caves), travel through the echoes of time, and feel the pulse of history. The murals are like dreams, telling ancient legends. Every touch of color and every story is an immortal poem.

[Afternoon] Drive to Mingsha Mountain Crescent Spring Scenic Area (about 20 minutes’ drive), stroll in the golden ocean of [Mingsha Mountain] (VIP battery car + camel riding), and feel the whisper of the fine sand. The Crescent Moon Spring is like a mirror, reflecting the blue sky and dreams. It is a gift from nature. When the sun shines, the desert and springs dance together, weaving a beautiful picture.

[Evening] Board the Silk Road Dream Train and start a wonderful journey.

Local car: Tour bus

Special note: [Mogao Grottoes] tickets must be reserved 30 days in advance with ID card information. If you register within 30 days, we will try our best to coordinate the ticket application for you; if you are unable to make a successful reservation, the itinerary will be adjusted to other attractions. Whether the Mogao Grottoes will be open during the Spring Festival shall be subject to the official announcement of the scenic spot.

Mogao Grottoes
Mogao Grottoes

Day 3

Xining

  • Mealstrain breakfast, local specialties, hotel customized dinner
  • Accommodation: Wanda Vista Xining R&F Hotel or similar class

[Morning] Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the train

[Afternoon] Drive to Kumbum Monastery (45 minutes’ drive). A professional guide will lead the guests to visit Kumbum Monastery (VIP transportation + private guide), the birthplace of the Gelug Sect of Tibetan Buddhism. It is famous for its magnificent Tibetan architecture, rich religious art and profound religious history. It is named after the pagoda and the temple. It is famous for its "three unique arts" (butter flowers, murals and embroidery). The golden-domed white pagoda and prayer flags complement each other. It is the birthplace of Tsongkhapa. It has both Chinese and Tibetan architectural styles and is a world cultural heritage site.

[Evening] Enjoy a farewell dinner in the hotel.

Local car: private car

Kumbum Monastery
Kumbum Monastery

Day 4

Xining-Return

  • MealHotel breakfast
  • Accommodation: Arrange independently

[Today] You can sleep in the hotel until you wake up naturally, and then the driver will drop you off at the airport/station according to your flight or train time.

Drop-off
Drop-off

What the fare covers

Included

Accommodation

Accommodation fee for 2 people staying in 1 room at the hotel listed in the itinerary.

Vehicle

Jinxiu Weiyang Suite: D1 Dunhuang pick-up Toyota Cruiser; D2 Dunhuang section Toyota Cruiser; D3-D4 Xining section Mercedes-Benz S-Class/Mercedes-Benz Business.

Changle Shuanghui Pavilion/Qingyaju/Parent-child Pavilion: D1 Dunhuang airport pick-up private car; D2 Dunhuang section 2+2 Mogao Grottoes VIP bus; D3-D4 Xining section private car.

Note:Due to security requirements, guests of all room types must accompany the VIP bus in and out of the Mogao Caves area.

Tour service

Full-level fake ambassador accompanying service + full-time professional photographer.

Meals

3 breakfasts and 5 main meals.

Tickets

Itinerary design includes first-pass tickets for scenic spots, small transportation in scenic spots, and experience activities.

Train fare

The entire Silk Road Dream Express train pass fee.

Excluded

Transportation

Large transportation expenses for VIP round-trip travel purposes.

Single supplement

If the VIP needs to change to a single room, the price difference will be charged.

Arrange your own itinerary

VIPs can extend their vacation or add self-selected itinerary and payable expenses.

Other expenses

Additional expenses (such as extended accommodation, food and transportation expenses, etc.) caused by force majeure such as natural disasters, wars, strikes, traffic delays, flight cancellations or changes in time, or other reasons not caused by our company.

Other expenses

Any costs not specified in the quotation are at your own expense.

Travel notes

Changes and cancellations

Travellers acknowledge that: railway transportation is related to the national economy and people's livelihood. Railway transportation organizations follow the principle of unified dispatching and command. If the tourist train cannot run due to emergencies or relevant department dispatching, construction, line accidents, vehicle failures, line rerouting and other irresistible reasons, the travel agency will not bear any liability for breach of contract. The specific departure time and stopping points of the special train are subject to the orders of the relevant departments! If tourist trains are delayed or the travel itinerary is affected due to railway system changes to the railway timetable, construction, line accidents, vehicle breakdowns, changes in travel plans, etc., these are all force majeure factors, and travel agencies do not assume any liability for breach of contract!

If the order is canceled due to tourist reasons, the fee deduction standard is as follows:

If a tourist cancels the trip more than 91 days before the departure date, 10% of the contract amount will be charged.

If the tourist cancels the trip 90-80 days (inclusive) before the departure date, 15% of the contract amount will be charged.

If the tourist cancels the trip 79-70 days (inclusive) before the departure date, 20% of the contract amount will be charged.

If the tourist cancels the trip 69-60 days (inclusive) before the departure date, 30% of the contract amount will be charged.

If the tourist cancels the trip 59-45 days (inclusive) before the departure date, 60% of the contract amount will be charged.

If the tourist cancels the trip 44-30 days (inclusive) before the departure date, 80% of the contract amount will be charged.

If a tourist cancels the trip within 29 days before the departure date, 100% of the contract amount will be charged.

Before you travel

1. Plateau preparation: In view of the high altitude of some destinations on this trip, please prepare effective medications and preparations for altitude sickness in advance.

2. Climate and sun protection measures: The plateau area has a dry climate and strong sunlight radiation and ultraviolet rays. When traveling, please bring protective equipment such as sunglasses, sun hats, sunscreen, and lip balm to protect your skin and eyes.

3. Temperature difference changes and clothing preparation: The temperature difference between morning and evening is large in the plateau area. It is recommended to prepare long-sleeved clothes and cold-proof jackets to cope with the temperature difference changes and ensure comfort and safety.

4. Commonly used drugs and health protection: In order to cope with possible emergencies, it is recommended to carry some commonly used drugs, such as cold medicine, gastrointestinal medicine, aspirin, etc.

5. During the actual trip of this product, without reducing the number of attractions/venues and obtaining your consent, the ambassador and driver may make appropriate adjustments to your itinerary (such as adjusting the order of sightseeing/visiting the attractions/venues, changing the gathering time, etc.) based on weather, traffic and other conditions.

6. There are children on the train. We would like to remind parents to pay attention to the safety of their children while playing: The train space is limited, do not let children run and play in the carriage; do not let children stay and play at the joints of the carriages; do not let children play alone, be careful not to slip and prevent falls.

7. Rest more when you first enter the plateau. If you have high reflexes, do not wash your hair or bathe for 3 days before. Drink plenty of water. Please do not drink raw water. Drink mineral water and hot water to prevent gastrointestinal discomfort. You should eat in moderation and avoid overeating to avoid increasing gastrointestinal burden.

8. During the itinerary, you will pass through a multi-ethnic area with many customs and taboos. The lifestyle is different from that in coastal areas, and the personality is different from that of the Han people. You must follow the arrangements of the vacation ambassador. Please respect the culture, beliefs and habits of ethnic minority areas, and respect ethnic etiquette.

9. Due to the limited voltage load of the line in the train compartment, please do not connect the power strip or use high-power electrical appliances such as electric kettles by yourself.

10. Time difference and communication: Compared with the mainland, the schedule in the northwest is about 2 hours later, please adjust your schedule; the signal in some remote scenic spots is weak, you can inform your family about the itinerary before departure, and it is recommended to download offline maps.

11. Items that are restricted on trains

① The total volume of alcoholic beverages with intact packaging and clear markings and an alcohol volume percentage greater than or equal to 24% and less than or equal to 70% does not exceed 3,000 ml.

② Perfume, toilet water, spray, gel and other daily necessities containing flammable ingredients in non-self-spraying pressure vessels, the volume of a single container does not exceed 100 ml, and each type is limited to 1 piece.

③The total amount of nail polish and polish remover shall not exceed 50 ml.

④ For self-spraying pressure containers such as cold perm essence, hair dye, mousse, hair spray, insecticides, air fresheners, etc., the volume of a single container shall not exceed 150 ml. Each type is limited to 1 piece, and the total volume shall not exceed 600 ml.

⑤No more than 2 small boxes of safety matches and no more than 2 ordinary lighters.

⑥Clearly marked power banks and lithium batteries, with a single rated energy not exceeding 100Wh, except for electric wheelchairs containing lithium batteries.

Questions

How much is Winter Journey from Dunhuang to Xining — 4 Days, 3 Nights?

From USD 3,276 (Silk Road Dream, 4 days and 3 nights). Fares vary by departure, cabin and party size; confirm the quote when booking.

When does Winter Journey from Dunhuang to Xining — 4 Days, 3 Nights depart?

Departures: Jan 2, Feb 8, Feb 11 2027. Availability is confirmed when booking.

Where does the journey start?

The journey starts in Dunhuang. Travel to and from Dunhuang is arranged separately; an adviser can help.

What does the fare include?

The fare covers Accommodation, Vehicle, Tour service, Meals, Tickets, Train fare; it excludes Transportation, Single supplement, Arrange your own itinerary. See “What the fare covers” on this page.

How do I book?

Select “View dates and book” to choose your date, cabin and party size, or call +86-23-88721881 and an adviser will book for you. Payment by PayPal, SWIFT bank transfer, UnionPay, Alipay, WeChat Pay.