NW · Xi'an · Lanzhou · Zhangye · Jiayuguan · Dunhuang · Xinjiang

Northwest & Silk Road

Archaeology, desert horizons and cultures linked across the ancient Silk Road.

Region overview

The right season and way to travel

Key places
Xi'an · Lanzhou · Zhangye · Jiayuguan · Dunhuang · Xinjiang
Recommended season
May–June · September–October
Travel themes
History · Desert · Rail journeys

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10 jours

Xi'an · Lanzhou · Zhangye · Jiayuguan · Dunhuang

Silk Road Stories

Caves, fortresses and desert horizons connected by comfortable rail journeys.

Balanced · Dry climateMay–June · September–October
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