A Silk Road Culinary Journey in China
Overview
A Silk Road Culinary Journey in China
From Roots to Bridges
Duration: 10 days
Group size: 4 - 6
A Silk Road Culinary Journey in China
Xi'An, Shaanxi, China
Duration: 10 days
Group size: 4 - 6
From Roots to Bridges
$2,000
About this trip
You’ve heard of the Silk Road, but did you know about the flavors that traveled along it? We invite you to explore how the exchange of spices, produce, and culinary techniques reshaped empires and redefined the way we think about food. Our journey begins in Xi'an, the ancient capital where Silk Road caravans departed. We'll explore its vibrant Muslim Quarter, sampling hand-pulled noodles, lamb burgers, and desserts that reveal the city's Hui heritage. We continue to Xining, the historic trading hub where three worlds collide: Northwestern Chinese flavors, Tibetan highland cuisine and Mongolic nomadic traditions. We conclude this trip in Xinjiang, where Middle Eastern spices, Central Asian techniques, and East Asian ingredients come together to create one of the world's most fascinating cuisines. We'll visit Turpan, the raisin capital of the world and Ürümqi for delicious Uyghur polo, laghman, and kebabs.
Don't see a departure date that works for you? Email us at hello@fromrootstobridges.com and we will set up a custom departure date for you!
Itinerary
Day 1 - 2: Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, China
Day 3 - 4: Xining, Qinghai Province, China
Day 5 - 6: Turpan, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China
Day 7 - 8: Urumqi, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, China
What's included
Group Leaders
Grace & Yongjian will accompany you on entire experience (except to/from airport and during free time). We LOVE sharing the beauties of China with our friends and encourage you to ask any questions!
Accommodations
For all our experiences, we strive to pick accommodations that are clean and authentic. Costs differ for single and double occupancy.
All Meals
All meals are included during the trip. On arrival day, only dinner is included and on departure day, only breakfast is included.
Pre-Depart Orientation
In this virtual pre-departure orientation, we will cover essential apps (payment, maps, VPNs, eSIMs) and practical on the ground tips that will help you navigate China
Entrance Fees
For any sites mentioned in the itinerary that require an entrance ticket, the cost of the ticket for each traveler will be covered. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Goodie Bag
To remember your trip, you will receive a From Roots to Bridges themed goodie bag! Inform us of your t-shirt size prior to the trip.
What's not included
Travel Insurance
REQUIRED for every traveler
Chinese Tourist Visa
Each traveler is responsible for determining if they need the tourist visa
Meals not mentioned
Souvenirs, gifts, etc.
Room service & laundry
Activities not mentioned
Hospital bills
Lost or damaged items
About your organizer
From Roots to Bridges is designed for:
✨ Overseas Chinese travelers: Rediscover your heritage through untold stories and dialogue - not just places.
✨ Ever curious travelers: Experience the China few see—beyond headlines and tourist hubs, into the diverse cultural mosaic to understand the country through the lens of its people.
✨ Everyone: Craft off-the-beaten-path journeys across East, Central, and Southeast, where we don’t just take you to places, but create opportunities to interact with locals to learn more about their culture.
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