The Silk Road trade route was recognized about 2,100 years ago in China for its trade and travel from China's Han Empire to Central Asia and Europe, and it revolutionized the world until it declined during the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644).
Our Silk Road travel guide offers best places to visit, top things to do, how to plan your Silk Road trip and more travel tips.
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Top Places to Visit on Silk Road
![i'an](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
![Statues in Mogao Caves](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
![Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
![Urumqi Grand Bazaar](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
![Kashgar Old City](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
![The Jiaohe Ruins](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
How to Plan a Trip to Silk Road
Top Private Silk Road Tours
Explore the ancient Silk Road's history and culture with our curated itineraries, offering a mix of quick tours and immersive experiences. Our team of advisors can customize these itineraries according to your preferences, ensuring you enjoy a memorable travel experience.
![Private guide and customers](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- Most popular choice for a bucket list trip
- Marvelous landscapes and the extraordinary culture
![Singing Sand Mountains](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- Grasp the opportunity to see the Mogao Caves
- Paint your exclusive mural
![Zhangye Danxia](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- Explore the Rainbow Mountains
- Admire the Valuable Cultural Heritage
![Setri Monastery in Langmusi](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- Get A True Taste of Tibetan Culture Outside Tibet
- Enjoy the Breathtaking Views of Nuoergai Grand Prairie
![Ejina Qi](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- Admire the splendid golden euphrates poplar forests
- Capture spectacular views of wild china
![the Buddhas in the cave](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- Witness the wonder of buddhist art
- Visit the biggest Tibetan Monastery in Gansu Province
- The best choice for first-timers
- Discover the Silk Road Highlights
![the Forbidden City](https://data.chinahighlights.com/grey.gif)
- The best choice for the retirees
- The most efficient and cost-saving destination connection plan
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Fabulous time in Xi'an with Jenny
![]() Her excellent English skills combined with her cheery attitude made our tours to the Terracotta Warriors and highlights in Xi'an quite enjoyable. She was also flexible in providing us with extra time for my daughters to dress up in costume by securing rental & make up services. She took great care of us and we really enjoyed seeing Xi'an and what a wonderful city it is! more
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Great Time in Xi'an with Jenny
![]() Her excellent English skills combined with her cheery attitude made our tours to the Terracotta Warriors and highlights in Xi'an quite enjoyable. She was also flexible in providing us with extra time for my daughters to dress up in costume by securing rental & make up services. She took great care of us and we really enjoyed seeing Xi'an and what a wonderful city it is! more
Jun 2024, reid332017
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China Xian Trip through China Highlights
![]() We had a good guide. Susan gave us history lessons on China (car ride and trips to site) that were extremely insightful and meaningful to us. more
Jun 2024, Peter poh
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