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Silk Road to Xi'an

Discover a land of vast open landscapes, timeless treasures and ancient civilisations on this adventure from Kyrgyzstan to Xi?an along the legendary Silk Road. Travel from the heights of the Kyrgyz mountains, over the legendary Torugart Pass through the Taklamakan Desert and into the lush countryside of the Gansu Corridor. Discover places seldom visited, from the breathtaking Buddhist artwork in the Mogao Caves to deserted stretches of China?s Great Wall. Get to know the wild landscapes, secluded oases, fascinating cultures and welcoming people who inhabit this legendary route along the Silk Road.

Itinerary

Day 1 Bishkek

Stroll the tree-lined streets or soak up the city's relaxed atmosphere from one of the open-air cafes surrounding Dubovy Park.

Day 2 Homestay

Learn about life in the mountains during a homestay with a Kyrgyz family.

Day 3 Bush camp

Camp alongside the Chinese border for a final night in the rugged Kyrgyz mountains.

Days 4-5 Kashgar

Follow the original Silk Road on a journey along the legendary Torugart Pass. From dramatic mountains, sheer valley drops, icy peaks and friendly villages this journey into China is an unforgettable experience.

Day 6 Tashkurgan

Spy K2, the world's second highest mountain and set up camp on the shores of Lake Karakul alongside the Tadjik nomads.

Days 7-8 Kashgar

Soak up the atmosphere of local life at the busy, noisy and colourful Kashgar Sunday Market.

Day 9 Bush camp

Follow the southern Silk Road on a path through lush oases, vast deserts and past the mighty Pamir and Kunlun Mountains.

Day 10 Hotan

Discover the secrets of silk production, once the lifeblood of this area, during a visit to a working factory.

Days 11-12 Bush camp

Watch the seemingly endless sea of rippling sand while crossing the Taklamakan Desert.

Days 13-14 Turpan

Escape the desert sands in this laidback town, once a crucial point of business for Silk Road traders, and the hottest place in China.

Day 15 Bush camp

Camp amongst the desert's shifting sands and watch a golden sunset.

Days 16-17 Dunhuang

From the lush green surrounds to the breathtaking Buddhist art in the Mogao Caves, Dunhuang is sure to astound.

Days 18-20 Bush camp

Pitch a tent along the remote Gansu Corridor and discover deserted and little explored sections of the Great Wall.

Days 21-22 Liujiaxia

Gaze up at the spectacular Buddhist carvings adorning the caves and cliffs of Bingling Si.

Days 23-25 Xiahe

One of China's most enchanted destinations, Xianhe's Tibetan atmosphere and mixture of pilgrims, monasteries, monks and prayer flags, makes it an mesmerising destination.