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For over two decades, our Silk Road expertise has been recognised by the most respected names in travel and documentary television.
Welcome to Silk Road Tours International Travel Service Co., Ltd
A family-run tour operator specializing in Silk Road adventures
Experience the authentic Silk Road with local experts who truly care about your journey
Since the company was established in 2001, we’ve developed a unique reputation among travelers from different parts of the world. We are all locals with a unique understanding of the local life, cultures, customs and history of each ethnic group in our region and along the Silk Road. We all hold official tour guide licenses valid throughout China, and we strive to meet all of your possible demands.
For the past 24 years, we’ve excelled at providing the most up-to-date travel information and exceptional travel service across the entire Silk Road—from Xi’an to Kashgar—and throughout the diverse regions of Xinjiang and Gansu Provinces.
Several guide books including Lonely Planet,f Frommers and China’s Central Asia continue to mention our names as one of the most reliable tour operators in the country. Furthermore, our expertise has been trusted by major media partners, including National Geographic US and Malaysian Television, for collaborative Silk Road documentary projects in our region in 2007, 2010, and 2013.
Popular Tours
10-Day North Xinjiang Tour
Urumqi-Burjin-Kanas Lake-Hemu billage-Karamay Ghosty City-Kuitun-Sayram Lake-Yining-Karajun Grassland-Tekas-Narat Grassland- Duku Highway-Dushanzi
Admire snow-capped peaks, crystal lakes, grasslands. Experience Kazakh culture, stunning landscapes—unforgettable Silk Road adventure
21-Day Complete Silk Road – Xi’an to Kashgar
Xi’an → Lanzhou → Xiahe → Lanzhou → Zhangye → Jiayuguan → Dunhuang → Turpan → Korla → Kuqa → Alar → Hotan → Yarkand → Kashgar → Tashkorgan → Kashgar
Journey the full length of the ancient Silk Road from Xi’an to Kashgar. Terra-Cotta Warriors, Taklamakan Desert crossing, Tibetan monasteries, and Uyghur bazaars – 21 unforgettable days through China’s wild northwest
7-Day Silk Road Discovery – Southern Xinjiang
Urumqi →Heavenly Lake (Tianchi) → Turpan → Jiaohe Ancient City → Korla → Kuqa (Kucha) → Kezil Thousand Budha Caves → Wensu Tomur Grand Canyon → Kashgar
Discover southern Xinjiang’s Silk Road treasures. Hike red sandstone canyons, explore ancient Buddhist caves, wander Turpan’s oasis ruins, and share a Uyghur family dinner. From Heavenly Lake to Kashgar – seven days of adventure, culture, and breathtaking scenery
Testimonials
We were a group of 8 and had booked a 15-day tour with Ali and team. Ali had taken us to a welcome dinner and we had one of the best kebabs there. His coffee at his office is also one of the highlights of our trip. We had two guides throughout the trip, Abdul and Omar. We had Abdul for the first part of the trip for 12 days. We then had Omar for the final leg for 3 Read More...
Singapore and Malaysia
We were a group of close friends (neighbors to be exact) who were introduced to Silk Road Tours International through family members who experienced this company’s high level of professional service. We were not disappointed. Ali’s depth of historical, geographical and cultural knowledge of the places Read More...
Cheryle and friends
I have just come back from another trip to Kashgar (Sep 18-21), where I have once again used the services of Silk Road Tours and Travel. I have been a repeat customer since October 2008 when I first visited Kashgar. On that trip, after numerous email consultations with Ali, I had engaged a Read More...
Cecilia and her friends
After having traveled most parts of the famous silkroad over the past years, the idea was born to go to Taklamakan desert / Xinjiang (China). I started to do some research in the internet and immediately came across Silk Road Tour International’s website. I contacted Lily (liwenyan) and Ali and always they gave immediate response to all my Read More...
Claudia from Switzerland
his is Marla Mossman and I am on the Peace Caravan Project’s Journey along the Silk Road in China. I met Ali last year when I was passing through Kashgar on the Southern Silk Road trip. As my guides were from Turpan we needed local advice and Ali Tash was suggested as the person to consult. Read More...
Marla Mossman from US
To all at Silk Road Tours, Thank you once again for a very memorable 8 days in Xinjiang. Though a number of larger travel agencies in Singapore have tours to Xinjiang, they cater to a predominantly Chinese crowd, and, as such, do not necessarily provide an in depth look at the lives and customs of the Read More...
Kelvin Yew from Singapore
Why Choose Us？
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True Local Experts
We are genuine locals with deep-rooted connections to our homeland. No one understands our home, life, culture, and history better than we do, ensuring authentic experiences.
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25 Years of Experience
With a quarter-century of expertise, we craft unforgettable Silk Road journeys that blend historical significance with immersive cultural encounters.
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Fully Licensed & Approved
We are officially licensed by the National Tourism Administration with all proper certifications, ensuring legal compliance and professional standards.
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Safe & Certified Transport
Our vehicles are tourism-approved and regularly inspected for safety. Drivers hold national tourism licenses with years of experience navigating Silk Road routes.
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Competitive & Transparent Pricing
We offer the most competitive prices with no hidden fees. Our tours are pure experiences without forced shopping stops, ensuring value for money.
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Flexible & Worry-Free Travel
We offer flexible itineraries tailored to your interests. From independent travel to fully guided tours, we work hard to provide the best possible experiences.
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