Ride bullet trains across China and the Trans-Mongolian Railway into Mongolia, from the Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors to Inner Mongolian grasslands and Khustai's wild horses.
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Discover the Terracotta Warriors near Xi'an.
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Hike the Jinshanling section of the Great Wall.
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Explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City.
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Marvel at Asihatu Stone Forest’s wind-carved formations.
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Ride the Trans-Mongolian Railway to Sainshand.
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Visit Khamriin Monastery, meditation caves and Mongolian Shambala.
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Visit a camel herding family near Sainshand.
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Spot wild horses in Khustai National Park.
Accommodation is mostly in twin-share hotels, with occasional alternative properties of a similar standard if rooms are unavailable. Expect a family-run guesthouse near the Great Wall, an overnight train (shared), and two nights in tourist ger camps. Early check-in isn't guaranteed; luggage storage and pre/post room changes may apply.