{"id":93414,"date":"2024-05-01T22:31:58","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T14:31:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/?page_id=93414"},"modified":"2024-12-27T14:59:12","modified_gmt":"2024-12-27T06:59:12","slug":"silk-road-tours","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/silk-road-tours\/","title":{"rendered":"China Silk Road Tours"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Silk Road Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"txt-red\">Join us to experience the real China on a Silk Road tour<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-lightbox\"><a href=\"https:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-1024x731.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-103984\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-1024x731.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-300x214.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-768x548.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-1536x1096.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-2048x1462.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Silk_road_tour_map_the_journey_along_the_silk_road_M-624x445.jpg 624w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Silk Road tours offer up numerous spectacular highlights for the intrepid traveler wanting to discover more of China\u2019s remarkable past. Ancient grottoes and ruins, awe-inspiring passes formed by nature, stunning architecture, and incredible landscapes are the content of travel dreams &#8211; and you\u2019ll discover them all on the Silk Road tours created by our tour design team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Expect amazing things on China\u2019s Silk Road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An ancient trading route extending nearly 6,500 kilometers and originating in Xian, the Silk Road was a vital trade route between the Roman empire in the west and China in the east. On one of our Silk Road tours, you can travel in the footsteps of merchants and the many others involved in trade and commerce from centuries ago. Learn about commodities like wool, gold, and silver that were traded. Discover how the influence of Christianity and Buddhism from India spread as trade expanded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t settle for just any Silk Road tour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With a relaxed travel itinerary and the insights provided by our knowledgeable and enthusiastic guides, your eyes will be opened to discover real China. Our creatively curated tours of the Silk Road reveal a world of spectacular natural scenery, an intricate network of cultures and religions, and aromatic and delicious food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Read more<\/summary>\n<p>As with any destination in China, travelers can find a wide diversity to experience, including traditional culture, cuisine, and people. Customers wanting a real experience from their travel adventures will find that\u2019s exactly the approach we take with all our Silk Road tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to explore? Let\u2019s take you there.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-accordion\"><div class='itinerary-item'><div class='itinerary-item-q'><p>Destinations and attractions to enjoy on our Silk Road tours<\/p><\/div><div class='itinerary-item-a'><div class='itinerary-item-a-inner'><p>Destinations you\u2019ll find on our Silk Road tours are some of the most iconic in China:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In\u00a0<strong>Lanzhou<\/strong>, you\u2019ll visit the impressive Bingling Si Grottoes, a Buddhist treasure in Gansu. Here marvel at the incredible carvings which have been etched into the steep canyon walls over a period of 1,600 years.<\/li>\n<li>At\u00a0<strong>Zhangye<\/strong>, take in the vision of the incredible rainbow landscape of Zhangye Danxia National Park, located at the northern foot of Qilian Mountain. Find yourself steeped in local legend when you visit Horseshoe Hall, named after the temple\u2019s treasure \u2013 horseshoe footprints left by a heavenly horse.<\/li>\n<li>In\u00a0<strong>Jiayuguan<\/strong>, visit the spectacular Jiayuguan Pass, the western end and best-preserved ancient military castle of the Ming Dynasty\u2019s Great Wall and hike along the Overhanging Great Wall.<\/li>\n<li>Be mesmerized in\u00a0<strong>Dunhuang<\/strong>\u00a0and savor the experience of the stunning Gobi desert. Here you\u2019ll witness the beauty of an oasis, Crescent Lake, which is embraced by the Echoing Sands Dunes.<\/li>\n<li>A visit to Dunhuang wouldn\u2019t be complete without a visit to the\u00a0<strong>Mogao Grottoes<\/strong>, a UNESCO heritage site and the largest grottoes in China. Boasting over 700 caves, 2,000 painted statues, and 40 thousand square meters of mural paintings, it\u2019s a favorite part for many travelers on our Silk Road tours.<\/li>\n<li>The\u00a0<strong>Jiaohe<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Ruins<\/strong>\u00a0are just the start of your sightseeing in Turpan. Marvel at this UNESCO World Heritage site, which originated in the 2nd century BC.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-accordion\"><div class='itinerary-item'><div class='itinerary-item-q'><p>Looking for a tailored Silk Road tour experience?<\/p><\/div><div class='itinerary-item-a'><div class='itinerary-item-a-inner'><p>While we take great care to design tours that are unique and memorable, we understand certain travelers have in mind what they want to do and see on tour. If that\u2019s you and you\u2019re after something extra special, our team of experienced travel consultants loves to help. It\u2019s entirely possible to create a China Silk Road tour that is customized to your own schedule, destinations, and bucket list. Just ask us! Our specialty is creating dream adventures for discerning travelers, so why not let us design one for you to remember well beyond the final sunset on your China Silk Road tour.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-accordion\"><div class='itinerary-item'><div class='itinerary-item-q'><p>Delight in Dunhuang on Silk Road China Tours<\/p><\/div><div class='itinerary-item-a'><div class='itinerary-item-a-inner'><p>With numerous highlights to be found on Silk Road China Tours, it\u2019s hard to single out just one location, however,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/chinatours.com\/dunhuang-tours\/\">Dunhuang<\/a>\u00a0offers much to delight. It\u2019s here you\u2019ll discover magical photographic opportunities that are worth the trek. The extraordinary Gobi Desert, Mogao Caves, Echoing Sands Dune and much more are waiting for you here. With additional time spent in Dunhuang, you can also visit the Overhanging Great Wall, built over a steeply sloping valley and the amazing Wei and Jin Dynasties\u2019 Graves dating back to 220. A place that is rich in ancient history and culture, you will find few places can compare to Dunhuang on Silk Road China Tours.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-accordion\"><div class='itinerary-item'><div class='itinerary-item-q'><p>Extend your Silk Road Tour<\/p><\/div><div class='itinerary-item-a'><div class='itinerary-item-a-inner'><p>Want more adventure in a particular location? No problem. Whether it\u2019s more time in Turpan or an extra night in Urumqi, extending your Silk Road tour is easy. Because all our specially designed Silk Road tours are taken as private tours, you can enjoy maximum flexibility with arrangements. All itineraries can be configured to extend time in one or more locations. Optional tour activities can be added to your tour easily. Choose from camel riding, desert camping, a visit to the Yadan Geologic National Park, or a trek through Jiayuguan Pass. It\u2019s all waiting for you.<\/p>\n<p>And if you\u2019re looking to travel elsewhere in China, we can help with that too. Although a number of our Silk Road tours include time in Beijing and Shanghai, your bucket list might extend beyond these cities. With a network that expands to over\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/chinatours.com\/china-destinations\/\">20 destinations in China<\/a>, you\u2019re bound to find a place (or two!) that will captivate your imagination. Travel across and within China is made simple by its expanding high speed train network and the increase in domestic airports.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>What about travel beyond China, including further along the Silk Road? We\u2019re pleased to offer our customers the opportunity to advance their journey into China\u2019s intriguing ancient past with a Central Asia Silk Road tour. Winding its way through other regions across the Asian continent, we can extend your Silk Road tour beyond China\u2019s borders to other fascinating countries. Just ask us!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-accordion\"><div class='itinerary-item'><div class='itinerary-item-q'><p>How to plan your Silk Road Tour<\/p><\/div><div class='itinerary-item-a'><div class='itinerary-item-a-inner'><p>Let our tour design consultants help you plan the kind of Silk Road tour that will make for beautiful travel memories. Having created and delivered tours for well over a decade, we know a thing or two about what it takes to plan the perfect tour. When it comes to the Silk Road, there are a few things you have to know to ensure you make the most of every minute on tour. For a start, scheduling your holiday for the best time of year is a must. Even during milder months, there is wide variability in temperature, so it helps to know that May or October are the ideal times to visit, with May the preferred time. If your interest is in learning more about the diverse local cultures along the Silk Road, you\u2019ll discover much to enjoy. Around 20 different ethnic minorities can be found along the Silk Road route and each brings its own unique traditions, culture, and festivals. Be sure to ask us about timing your visit with major celebrations of interest.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">China Silk Road Tours<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore this stunning collection of Silk Road tours and discover why adventurers have been compelled to travel its length for centuries. With a choice of tour duration and destinations, we\u2019re sure you\u2019ll find a tour that appeals. If time is a challenge, we recommend the 10 Days Essence of China and Silk Road Gem. Visit Beijing, Xian, the highlights of Dunhuang, and Shanghai. For a more comprehensive experience, choose the 16 day adventure exploring the Old Silk Road and Danxia Landform. With incredible scenery, history, and topography at every point, you\u2019ll wonder why you waited so long to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-tour\">\t<div class=\"tour-item\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/tour\/silk-road-bullet-train-tour\/\" class=\"tour-item-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about this tour...\"><\/a>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>8 Days Journey on the Silk Road Train Tour<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Destination<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Xi&#8217;an<\/span> <span class='tag'>Jiayuguan<\/span> <span class='tag'>Dunhuang<\/span> <span class='tag'>Turpan<\/span> <span class='tag'>Urumqi<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Tour Type<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Custom<\/span><span class='tag'>Private<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"price\"><\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"more\">Details<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-title\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>8 Days Journey on the Silk Road Train Tour<\/h3>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-mask\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/8-Days-Xian-Jiayuguan-Dunhuang-Turpan-Urumqi.jpg\" class=\"tour-thumb\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"8 Days Journey on the Silk Road Train Tour\" \/>\r\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-tour\">\t<div class=\"tour-item\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/tour\/10-days-china-silk-road\/\" class=\"tour-item-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about this tour...\"><\/a>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>10 Days Essence of China and Silk Road Gem<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Destination<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Beijing<\/span> <span class='tag'>Xi&#8217;an<\/span> <span class='tag'>Dunhuang<\/span> <span class='tag'>Shanghai<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Tour Type<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Custom<\/span><span class='tag'>Private<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"price\"><\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"more\">Details<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-title\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>10 Days Essence of China and Silk Road Gem<\/h3>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-mask\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Essence-of-China-and-Silk-Road-Gem-feature.jpg\" class=\"tour-thumb\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"10 Days Essence of China and Silk Road Gem\" \/>\r\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-tour\">\t<div class=\"tour-item\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/tour\/12-days-journey-along-the-silk-road\/\" class=\"tour-item-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about this tour...\"><\/a>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>12 Days Journey Along the Silk Road<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Destination<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Beijing<\/span> <span class='tag'>Xi&#8217;an<\/span> <span class='tag'>Dunhuang<\/span> <span class='tag'>Turpan<\/span> <span class='tag'>Urumqi<\/span> <span class='tag'>Shanghai<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Tour Type<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Custom<\/span><span class='tag'>Private<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"price\"><\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"more\">Details<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-title\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>12 Days Journey Along the Silk Road<\/h3>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-mask\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/The-Journey-Along-the-Silk-Road.jpg\" class=\"tour-thumb\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"12 Days Journey Along the Silk Road\" \/>\r\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-tour\">\t<div class=\"tour-item\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/tour\/12-days-glory-of-the-silk-road-north-track\/\" class=\"tour-item-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about this tour...\"><\/a>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>12 Days Glory of the Silk Road (North Track)<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Destination<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Xi&#8217;an<\/span> <span class='tag'>Dunhuang<\/span> <span class='tag'>Turpan<\/span> <span class='tag'>Korla<\/span> <span class='tag'>Kuqa<\/span> <span class='tag'>Aksu<\/span> <span class='tag'>Kashgar<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Tour Type<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Custom<\/span><span class='tag'>Private<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"price\"><\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"more\">Details<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-title\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>12 Days Glory of the Silk Road (North Track)<\/h3>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-mask\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Glory-of-Silk-Road.jpg\" class=\"tour-thumb\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"12 Days Glory of the Silk Road (North Track)\" \/>\r\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-tour\">\t<div class=\"tour-item\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/tour\/16-days-the-old-silk-road-and-danxia-landform\/\" class=\"tour-item-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about this tour...\"><\/a>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>16 Days The Old Silk Road and Danxia Landform<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Destination<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Beijing<\/span> <span class='tag'>Xi&#8217;an<\/span> <span class='tag'>Lanzhou<\/span> <span class='tag'>Zhangye<\/span> <span class='tag'>Jiayuguan<\/span> <span class='tag'>Dunhuang<\/span> <span class='tag'>Turpan<\/span> <span class='tag'>Urumqi<\/span> <span class='tag'>Shanghai<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Tour Type<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Custom<\/span><span class='tag'>Private<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"price\"><\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"more\">Details<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-title\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>16 Days The Old Silk Road and Danxia Landform<\/h3>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-mask\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/The-Old-Silk-Road-and-Danxia-Landform.jpg\" class=\"tour-thumb\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"16 Days The Old Silk Road and Danxia Landform\" \/>\r\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-brain1981-gutenberg-box-tour\">\t<div class=\"tour-item\">\r\n\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chinatours.com\/destination-tour\/4-day-dunhuang-jiayuguan-pass-tour\/\" class=\"tour-item-link\" aria-label=\"Read more about this tour...\"><\/a>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>4 Day Dunhuang \u2013 Jiayuguan Pass Tour<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Destination<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Dunhuang<\/span> <span class='tag'>Jiayuguan<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-line\"><span class=\"tag-head\">Tour Type<\/span><div class=\"tag-list\"><span class='tag'>Custom<\/span><span class='tag'>Private<\/span><\/div><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<hr\/>\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-txt-footer\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"price\"><\/p>\r\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"more\">Details<\/span>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-title\">\r\n\t\t\t<h3>4 Day Dunhuang \u2013 Jiayuguan Pass Tour<\/h3>\r\n\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t<div class=\"tour-item-mask\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/chinatours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/4-Day-Dunhuang-\u2013-Jiayuguan-Pass-Tour.jpg\" class=\"tour-thumb\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"4 Day Dunhuang \u2013 Jiayuguan Pass Tour\" \/>\r\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 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