China Silk Road Tour 2025/2026: Ancient Silk Road Journeys

Originated in the Han Dynasty around 130 B.C, the China Silk Road is made up of dozens of cities, millions of stories. It is on this legendary global trade route, where the sound of camel bells accompanied caravans across the Gobi deserts, linking China closely to the economies and cultures of Asia and Europe.

It begins with Xian, where the Terracotta Army and Wild Goose Pagodas stand still and Buddhist temples are near the Muslim Quarters and the Great Mosque. On China Silk Road tours, all cities and sites beckon across the compass: Gansu promises mysterious desert adventure, spectacular “Rainbow Mountain”, and mystical Mogao Grottoes, while Xinjiang, the cradle of the ancient Silk Road, is home to the breathtaking Kanas Lake and Tianchi, the ruins of Gochang, Id Kah Mosque, etc.

The ancient Silk Road, which was mostly travelled by camel caravans, is once again thriving as the China Silk Road initiative moves forward, yet relying on the modern transport network of railways, highways, and airways. With your local guides, your China Silk Road trip will bring you into the original Buddhist caves, old towns, and lively bazaars. Expect guided tours to Qinghai Lake, Kizil Caves, and Longmen Grottoes, roam Jiaohe Ancient City and Jiyuaguan Pass, and visit Kashgar Livestock Market.