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Silk Road Discovery

Days
22
Westbound
Hong Kong to Istanbul
Countries
China + Kazakhstan + Georgia + Turkey
Distance
10345
Activity level
3
Travelstyle
Discovery Tours
Code
SDHI

The journey begins in Hong Kong, crossing China to reach Xi'an, the ancient starting point of the Silk Road. Continuing to Urumqi in Xinjiang, the train travels through China's vast deserts before entering Kazakhstan, where Almaty’s mountainous landscapes offer a scenic respite. As you journey westward, through the Caucasus region, you will encounter the rich traditions and diverse peoples, before finally arriving in Istanbul, where Europe and Asia converge, completing an epic transcontinental voyage.

Itinerary - Silk Road Discovery

Dates & prices

Departing
13 August 2025
Finish
03 September 2025
Availability
Closed
Total from USD
$7,405
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Departing
29 April 2026
Finish
20 May 2026
Availability
Available
Total from USD
$7,630
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Departing
12 August 2026
Finish
02 September 2026
Availability
Available
Total from USD
$7,725
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Inclusions

Group size

15 maximum

Meals

18 breakfasts
7 lunches
11 dinners

Transfers

All transfers including to and from the airport.

Accommodation

16 hotel / guesthouse (twin share)

5 train

Optional single supplement is available for this journey - prices available on request

Sightseeing

Comprehensive schedule of sightseeing with certified Local Guides. You’ll have a generous sprinkling of free time to relax or explore on your own.

Expertise

An experienced Tour Leader accompanies the whole journey to keep your adventure on track. Local Guides are native to each destination and as certified professionals will share their immense knowledge with you. 24/7 support is available in the office and on the ground.

Transport

For rail sectors on this journey, where possible and available, two-berth or sole use of a four-berth compartment, or the equivalent dependent on the country of travel, will be provided. 

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