The Silk Road is a network of routes that connected East and West for centuries, bringing together the cultures, religions and landscapes of the two hemispheres. Today, that network offers travellers many possible journeys.
Four countries to choose from. No itinerary is better than another; what matters is the one you are looking for right now.
Safari Tanzania on Lake Natron, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan along the Silk Road, the little-known northern valleys of Albania or the ethnic minorities in northern Vietnam, are some of the best options for travel in September.
It's not just where we're going, but what we're going to do when we get to our destination.
The Silk Road is not just a historical legacy; it is a mosaic of cultures difficult to fit into a single itinerary.
For centuries, traders and nomads crossed deserts and mountains to connect East and West. Today, that magic lives on in Central Asia's turquoise tiles, yurt camps beside alpine lakes and the contrasts of the Caucasus.
The Route of Thirsta was a network of trade routes that emerged in the 1st century BC in response to strong demand for Chinese silk. Starting in Chang’an (now Xi’an), China, its many routes stretched across Asia, eventually connecting with Europe and East Africa.
Two neighbouring nations with distinct cultures and cuisines, both with incomparable heritage and beauty shaped by centuries of trade in textiles passing through their lands on the way to East Asia.
Do you know the differences between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan? What will be the destination of your trip?
Autumn is one of the best times to travel the legendary Silk Road. With pleasant temperatures and fewer travellers, we can explore its historic cities comfortably and in depth. We have prepared special departures for those who want to discover the Silk Road without the crowds and summer heat.
Discover the Silk Road. Travel to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan in autumn.
From the grandeur of the ancient Silk Road cities to the desolation of the Aral Sea and the Kyzylkum Desert. Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan offer a unique experience for travellers looking to explore the past.
Immerse yourself in the grandeur of the Silk Road and discover the magic of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan before places sell out.
Both end in “tan”, but what we find there is very different…
– UZBEKISTAN: A celebration of Islamic history and architecture along the ancient Silk Road. Desert and steppe landscapes
– KYRGYZSTAN: the Switzerland of Central Asia: nomads with their yurts, forests, an average altitude of 2000 m and the peaks of the Pamirs on the horizon.
When someone whispers the word Samarkand, the word brings to mind bygone times or the tales of the Arabian Nights told at bedtime. It is a magical place where East and West meet, which reached its greatest splendour when Tamerlane, heir to Genghis Khan, made it his imperial capital.