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Long Trips

Discovering Silk Road, Exploration to Southern Xinjiang (2026 October)

20 Aug 2026

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Long Trips

Discovering Silk Road, Exploration to Southern Xinjiang (2026 October)

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Discovering Silk Road, Exploration to Southern Xinjiang (2026 October)

Trace the ancient Silk Road through Kashgar, Kuqa, and Tashkurgan; Follow in the footsteps of Xuanzang’s journey to the West.

Immerse in the living traditions of the Western Regions, where Uyghur and Hui cultures intertwine, and where Buddhism and Islam once arrived from afar.

Journey to China’s westernmost edge; Explore the unique landscapes of Southern Xinjiang, including the Kizil Gorge, the Poplar Forest Scenic Area, White Sand Lake, Muji Volcano, Karakul Lake, and Muztagh Glacier Park

Details

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Date

10 October 2026 (Sat) to 19 June 2026 (Mon) (10 days) (Round trip in group)

Open for

HKU Full-time students (UG preferred)

Fee and subsidy

Fee: $8500 (Including Accommodations/ meals/ transportation/ teaching materials/ tickets/ insurance)

Subsidies: Flights

Application deadline

10 Sept, 2026

Result Announcement

Late September

Application

Scan the QR code on poster or click here

Enquiry

Ms. Lau (lauoi@hku.hk / 39173452)

Poster/ Photo

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