Private 2-Day Trip to Turpan from Urumqi including Jiaohe and Gaochang Ruins
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About This Experience in Urumqi
Why Visit Urumqi?
Urumqi, China offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Urumqi provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Urumqi
You can reach Urumqi, China by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Dinner
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Breakfast
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Urumqi -- Turpan by car
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At 9 o'clock in the morning, your guide... 1 hour
At 9 o'clock in the morning, your guide will pick you up at the lobby of your centrally located hotel in Urumqi. Then, you will take a 3-hour ride in a private vehicle from Urumqi to Turpan. On the way, you will see windmill farms, saltwater lakes, and valley of Tianshan. After arriving in Turpan, you will you will learn why Turpan could sustain itself in long history by visiting the Karez Irrigation System.
Lunch is at the nice yard of Uyghur house 1 hour
Lunch is at the nice yard of Uyghur house. After lunch, you will visit Bezklik Thousand Buddha Caves that is located in the valley of Flaming Mountain, which is an abandoned site that has ruins of fresco and statues from 15th century.
Afterwards, you will go to ancient city ruin... 1 hour
Afterwards, you will go to ancient city ruin of Gaochang which was one of the most renowned kingdom along the Silk Road in the history. You can wander around to visit temples, stupas, city walls...etc among the ruin.
Later, you will continue to visit Toyuk Uyghur... 1 hour
Later, you will continue to visit Toyuk Uyghur Old Village that is situated in the valley with a history more than 1000 years before you heading to the hotel in Turpan.
Turpan-- Urumqi by car
After hotel breakfast, you will be transferred to... 2 hours
After hotel breakfast, you will be transferred to visit the well-preserved ancient city ruin of Jiaohe.
Afterwards you will visit the treasure of Uyghur... 1 hour
Afterwards you will visit the treasure of Uyghur architecture, Emin Minaret which was built in 1777AD. Later you will your head back to your Urumqi hotel where this wonderful trip concludes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.