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China Merchants International Travel Service, Beijing(北京招商局国际旅行社有限责任公司)
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Introduction
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During this route, travelers will visit the magnificent scenery of northwestern China, including the incredible unique Crescent Spring. The small lake is situated in the hinterland of the desert; however, it never went dry or swallowed by the drifting sand. Travelers will have the chance to appreciate the magic scenery.
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During this route, travelers will visit the magnificent scenery of northwestern China, including the incredible unique Crescent Spring. The small lake is situated in the hinterland of the desert; however, it never went dry or swallowed by the drifting sand. Travelers will have the chance to appreciate the magic scenery.
Day by day itinerary
Day 1 Beijing-Urumqi
Leave Beijing for Urumqi by plane.
Day 2 Urumqi-Turfan-Urumqi
Visit the largest wind power plant in Asia---Dabancheng Power plant. Admire the salty lake, which is called the dead sea of China. Go to the hottest place of China-----Turfan and visit Karez and Wanfo Palace. Appreciate and climb the prestigious Mountain of Flames. In the afternoon, return to Urumqi.
Day 3 Urumqi-Tianchi Lake
Visit the Tianchi Lake, which has picturesque sceneries. The lake is crystal clean with lush trees and various animals; it is surrounded by snow mountains. In the afternoon, visit the local big market-----bazaar. In the evening, go to Liuyuan by train.
Day 4 Liuyuan-Dunhuang
Go to Dunhuang and visit the treasure of Buddhism of the world-----Mogao Grottos. In the afternoon, visit Leiyin Temple. Appreciate the Whistling Sand Hill, Moon Spring.
Day 5 Dunhuang-Jiayuguan
Visit Jiayuguan, which is the start point of the Great Wall. Along the way travelers can appreciate the landscape of Gobi. In the afternoon, admire the City Wall Mansion of Jiayuguan. In the evening, go to Lanzhou by train.
Day 6 Lanzhou-Xining
Arrive at Lanzhou in the morning. Visit the waterwheel, Zhongshan Bridge and Baita Hill. In the afternoon, go to Xining by bus.
Day 7 Xining-Qinghai Lake
Visit Qinghai Lake, which is the biggest fresh water lake in China. Admire Riyue Mountain in distance and hear the legendary tales of the Wen chen Konjo. Appreciate the beautiful and vast Qinghai Lake. Afterwards, visit the Kumbum Monastery, which is the saint place of Buddhism.
Day 8 Xining-Beijing
Travelers can take free activities after breakfast. Return to Beijing by plane and finish the happy journey.
Price includes:
1) Transportation
2) Food: 7 breakfast, 12 meals.
3) Lodging: 3-star hotel, double room
4) Tickets for the first gate of scenery spots.
5) Guide service.
Price excludes:
1) Personal expenses