Silk Road Odyssey: Xi’an to Kashgar

Xi’an, an ancient capital in central China, dazzles with terracotta warriors, ancient city walls, and Muslim Quarter flavors, bridging millennia of history with modern energy.

Highlights:

• Terracotta Warriors: Witness Pit No.1 at 8am before tourist buses arrive.
• Dunhuang Desert Magic: Camel trek at Mingsha Shan (Singing Sand Dunes), explore Mogao Caves’ Buddhist art.
• Kashgar Sunday Bazaar: Asia’s largest open-air market – barter for silk carpets and Kazakh knives.
  Why Recommend:

This route unveils China’s multicultural tapestry: Hui Muslim noodles in Xi’an, Uyghur polo (rice pilaf) in Turpan, and Tajik eagle dances in Tashkurgan. Train travel (K986 Xi’an-Kashgar) offers scenic Gobi Desert vistas.
Pro Tip: Carry cash in Xinjiang – ATMs in remote towns are unreliable.