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30+ Best Silk Road Tours Begin Your Legendary Journey Along the Ancient Silk Road Long Trip is Affordable with us!
Ready to trace the legendary Silk Road like Marco Polo? With Asia Odyssey Travel, embark on an unforgettable adventure across this historic route that once connected East and West over 2,200 years ago. Stretching more than 6,400 kilometers, the Silk Road flourished during China’s Han Dynasty (206 BC–220 AD), becoming a vibrant corridor of trade, culture, and discovery. Follow in the footsteps of merchants, monks, and explorers as you uncover the mysteries of this timeless route.
How to Plan Silk Road Tours Combining the China Silk Road & Central Asia Silk Road
The Silk Road spans vast regions, each offering distinct highlights. Not every agency can handle such a long and complex adventure - but we can, with seamless planning and expert logistics!
We’ve carefully designed 30+ Best Silk Road Tour Packages to suit different interests and timeframes:
How is Your Silk Road Travel Experience with Asia Odyssey Travel
With over a decade of Silk Road travel expertise, we specialize in seamless multi-country adventures - covering visas, transportation, hotels, guided sightseeing, and smooth border crossings. Whether on private or group tour, we ensure every journey is comfortable, culturally enriching, and AFFORDABLE, bringing the world’s most legendary route to life.
Touring Silk Road in a small group is affordable, fun, and safe! In the China Silk Road section, don’t miss the core highlights of Xinjiang and Gansu, covering Kashgar, Turpan, Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, and Zhangye.
We recommend starting your Silk Road journey from Urumqi or Dunhuang. Compare the following routes by starting gateway, duration, experience, and price to find your ideal one.
Focus your interests and choose your ideal China Silk Road tour! (1) For first-time travelers, explore the essentials - Dunhuang, showcasing the pinnacle of Buddhist art; and the Hexi Corridor, the lifeline that once connected Central China to the Western Regions. (2) For in-depth explorers, venture into Xinjiang to discover the Jiaohe Ancient City in Turpan and the Old Town of Kashgar. (3) If you wish to begin at the very starting point of the Silk Road, choose an itinerary that starts in Xi’an.
The Central Asia Silk Road was once the vibrant crossroads where Eastern and Western civilizations met. It’s renowned for its magnificent Islamic architecture, ancient oasis city-states, and the fusion of diverse cultures and religions.
For the essentials, visit Uzbekistan, home to the most complete and best-preserved Silk Road heritage in Central Asia. For ancient ruins, explore Turkmenistan, with oasis relics like Ancient Merv and Kunya-Urgench. In Tajikistan, discover Sogdian civilization at the Panjakent ruins, while Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan showcase the nomadic heritage along the steppe routes. Select your like from the Top 6 Central Asia Silk Road tours below!
Ultimate Silk Road explorers? This is a precious chance in life for long overland adventure! Follow the Silk Road route to accomplish a triple crossing of geography, history, and culture.
Start in China (best from Xi’an), travel through the Hexi Corridor (Zhangye-Jiayuguan-Dunhuang), continue into Xinjiang (Turpan and the Pamir Plateau), overland to Kyrgyzstan (Tash Rabat and nomadic life), and explore the highlights of Uzbekistan (Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva). Or contact us to design your own Silk Road tour!
China’s Silk Road, the eastern anchor of an ancient trade network, spans an impressive 4,000 kilometers, connecting dynamic cities and historic treasures. Begin in Chang’an (modern Xi’an), the Silk Road’s traditional starting point, and journey west to marvel at the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang, the ancient Jiaohe ruins in Turpan, and the vibrant Old City of Kashgar. Each stop offers unique cultural insights, allowing you to personalize your route. Explore our travel guides to craft your perfect Silk Road tour!
Tailor Make Your Silk Road Tours
Michael Schultz
France
Date of Experience: Jul 04, 2025
Tour Customized by: Cecilia
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Coldy
UK
We did a 4 night cruise on the Yangtze river as part of our tour. The ship is not as luxurious as the river cruise ships in Europe but was more than fine. Meals were great and staff was terrific. Upon arrival at the ship signs were on the table stating upgraded cabins were available. We had read about this in travel blogs before our trip. Breakfast was a buffet and you selected your dinner choices from an extensive list of options at that time. The staff put on a floor show every night in the main lounge sometimes including some passengers. All in all we had a great time and would recommend this cruise.
Destination(s): Qinghai, Dunhuang/Gansu
Date of Experience: Aug 16, 2023
Tour Customized by: Owen
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Ju Le
Malaysia
Northern Xinjiang took my breath away with its endless natural beauty. While I’d heard of Kanas Lake, discovering Hemu Village, the picturesque Saramy Lake, and the vibrant Wucaitan Danxia formations added so much more. Urho Ghost City’s mysterious landscapes and the relaxing, scenic spots around each lake made every day exciting. This area is an absolute paradise for nature lovers!
Destination(s): Dunhuang/Gansu
Date of Experience: Sep 07, 2024
Tour Customized by: Owen
You May be Interested in This Tour: 8 Days Northern Xinjiang Group Tour: Kanas Lakes, Hemu Village & Sayram Lake
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