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Bespoke ยท Westward in style โ luxury along the ancient route
Silk Road Bespoke Expedition
14 days ยท From USD 9,800 per person ยท Xi'an ยท Dunhuang ยท Turpan ยท Kashgar
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Overview
Beyond the standard Silk Road route. Includes overnight glamping at Singing Sand Dunes (when seasonal), specialist archaeology guides where available, and private flights between distant cities. A reference itinerary โ yours will be customized to your interests.
Duration
14 days
From
USD 9,800
per person
Tier
Bespoke
Service Level
Bespoke tier
Suite-level + glamping experiences. Specialist archaeology guides where available. Private flights between cities.
Best For
- โ Adventurous luxury seekers
- โ History buffs with budget
- โ Photographers
Highlights
What makes this journey distinct
- โฆ Mogao Caves with extended access where possible
- โฆ Glamping at Singing Sand Dunes (May-October seasonal)
- โฆ Specialist archaeology guides where available
- โฆ Karakul Lake at the Pamir Mountains
- โฆ Private camel caravan experience
- โฆ Master craftsmen workshops in Kashgar
- โฆ Unique culinary experiences (Uyghur cuisine)
Day by Day
The Itinerary
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Xi'an Foundations
Terracotta Warriors with specialist guide. Han Yang Ling tomb (less-visited).
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Xi'an โ Dunhuang
Private flight.
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Mogao Caves
Extended access where available. Specialist Buddhist art historian guide.
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Desert Glamping
Glamping at Singing Sand Dunes (May-October seasonal). Sunset camel ride.
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Yumen + Yangguan
The historical empire gates with specialist guide.
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Dunhuang day
Crescent Moon Lake walk. Mogao Digital Center. Free afternoon.
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Dunhuang โ Turpan
Flight via Urumqi.
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Turpan Treasures
Karez tunnels, Bezeklik, Jiaohe ancient city.
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Turpan โ Kashgar
Flight to Kashgar.
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Sunday Market
Kashgar livestock market with specialist guide.
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Karakul Lake
Pamir Mountains day trip.
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Master Craftsmen
Hat-makers, blacksmiths, instrument makers. Uyghur family lunch.
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Departure
Private flight from Kashgar via Urumqi.
What's Included
Inclusions
- โ Suite-level luxury hotels + 1 night glamping (seasonal)
- โ Specialist guides
- โ Private flights between cities
- โ All meals
- โ All permits
- โ Karakul Lake permits and transport
- โ Dedicated trip designer 24/7
Not Included
Exclusions
- โ International flights
- โ China visa
- โ Travel insurance
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