History Discovery in Ancient Silk Road in China

Ancient Silk Road 13 day tour Year 2008

Sweden great explorer Sven Hedin said: "The world has a long history, vast, self-made systems, and far-reaching impact on the cultural system only four: China, India, Greece, Islam, no fifth, and the four the convergence of local cultural system there is only one, and that is to Dunhuang to Kashgar in China since the ancient civilizations Central Taklimakan area, and no second. "

Before the discovery of the sea route to India, the Silk Road was the most important connection between the East and West. It experienced its last great era during the time of the Mongol Empire. This ancient trade route starts in the old capitals of Xian ( then called Chang'an). The Road took traders westward into the Hexi Corridor with its mountains and deserts. Ancient travelers left behind many historical records and invaluable relics. The great part of the Silk Road threads its way through Xinjiang. It divides into separate ways through Xinjiang region via Turpan, Urumqi, Korla until reaching Kashgar, the final point in China. Trips along the Road are a feast to the eyes and it abounds with fascinating historical records and priceless relics.

At the same time, with the spreading of various religions in the world range, more and more missionaries reached to the east in succession by this road. With the Silk Road acting as an information superhighway, the exchange of ideas grew to a larger scale than ever before. And as a result, the Tang dynasty fortunately experienced the best flourishing period of the Silk Road.

Since then, the prosperous Silk Road was on its downhill. The bustling streets, wealthy cities and solid ramparts now were submerged in the vast desert, and today, people can only trace their splendid history in the endless ruins and remains.
Day by Day Itinerary

Day 01: On the flight;


Day 02: Beijing
We arrive at Beijing.See nest, water square and other Olympic Venues; and we will visit other Beijing relics.

Day 03: Urumqi
Flight to Urumqi; Tour the Tianchi Lake, led by local kirghiz or Kazakh herdsmen local families..

Day 04: Urumqi-Hetian
After breakfast, tour the Mummies that displayed at the Xinjiang Autonomous Region Museum. In the afternoon, flight to Hetian.

Day 05: Hetian
Tour the hand-make carpet factory, silk factory, and ride camels through the desert. Tour a mosque in the desert and more ancient silk road relics.

Day 06: Hetian-Kashgar
After breakfast, tour the Amannisha Khan¡¦s tomb in Kashgar ¡§the pearl of the Ancient Silk Road¡¨. The tour the Id Kah mosque, the Historic Street, high platform, craftsmen residence, and arts and crafts factory.

Day 07: Kashgar-Urumqi
After breakfast, tour the Abakh Khoja tomb and the famous Sunday Market Bazaar. Flight back to Urumqi.

Day 08: Urumqi-Turpan-Dunhuan
Transfer to Turpan and tour the Jiaohe Ruins, Gaochang Ruins,the Karez Well and the Sugong Pagoda. Take train to Dunhuan.

Day 09: Dunhuang
Dunhuang was the hub of middle and eastern silk routes in the ancient times. Tour the Famous Mogao Caves.

Day 10: Xian
After lunch, Tour the Terracotta Warriors Museum. Show performances features The Dynasty Dance & Music Show at night.

Day 11: Xian - Shanghai
Tour the Big Wild Goose Pagoda. Enjoy the famous Dumplings for lunch. After lunch, take a flight to Shanghai.

Day 12: Shanghai
Tour the Oriental Pearl Tower, The Bund, Nanjing Road, People¡¦s Square and Yuyuan Garden. After lunch, take a cruise tour on The Huangpu River. A memorable dinner will be followed by the Portman Acrobatic show at the Shanghai Center Theatre.

Day 13: Departure from Shanghai - USA