Lesley, the owner of the company is very trustworthy, responsible and very compromising. The hotels and food are excellent and beyong expectation. The driver, Mr. Cao were very careful and the guide, Mr. Benjamin was cheerful and helpful. Another staff worth praising is Mei Ling. During the trip, I had a heart attack and Lesley sent Mei Ling, to help me and my wife. She was with us throughout the whole duration when I was hospitalised in Dunhuang Hospital. I am very grateful that they went the extra mile to make sure that all our needs were taken care of. Mei Ling went beyond the call of her duty by going to Jiuquan which is about 400 km away to get extend our visas. She even left behind her family in Dunhuang and accompanied us to Lanzhou which is more than 1000 km away to made sure that we boarded our plane safely. Such sacrifices really touched our hearts. Even though the company is called Silk Road Travel, they also have other destinations in China. In future, if I were to visit China again , I would definite engage this company again. I take my hats off to this Lesley and Mei Ling for their excellent service. Keep up the good job and may God bless you.

I wanted to experience xinjiang as so much controversial articles has been written for this region. The holiday has been enjoyable, peaceful and very scenic. Weather on the whole was pleasant but certainly very dry Our tour guide for north xinjiang was John who was very accommodating to bring us to scenic spots for photography along the routes. Our drivers for the south (Yasin) and north (Astin) were superb!!!

XJ is truly a magical place! In the first part of tour we travelled from Urumqi to Urho, Fuhai, Kanas/Hemu, then to Turpan. I want to thank our guide John( Anwar) & driver Astin for making our trip a most memorable & enjoyable one. John is fluent in English & 6 other local languages, so important because we are non Chinese speaking. He also made a video for us at the end of trip! Astin is a very careful & skillfull driver, especially when the roads were wet & slippery after heavy snowfall! We are sure to return to explore rest of XJ with them another time!

Excellent tour.Well organised..Hotels are very good. Delicious food served with very good local cuisine including 5 star hotel buffet. Lesley is always there for you communicating and accommodating to our needs at all times .Benjamin, our guide provides excellent service caring well for the group and well versed in Xinjiang knowledge. Driver provides smooth and safe transportation in VIP bus.Thank you very much Silk Road Travel for this wonderful experience.

The trip was very well planned and organized. Meals are delightful and accomodations are above average. Tour bus is comfortable with constant toilet stops. Tour guide speaks fluent English and mandarin. Friendly and responsible driver. Overall it’s a very good trip.

We embarked on a 17 days Northern Xinjiang trip with SILK ROAD TRAVEL Tour Agency helmed by Lesley after reading many positive feedback about her and the team. The initial correspondence through We chat by Lesley were warm and prompt. Me & my wife were greeted warmly by Kashgar Tour Guide Kareem upon landing at Kashgar Airport. The journey hence begins with this beautiful Xinjiang City of Kashgar. We also met many international foreign friends in this group. Many are seasonal travellers with vast travelling knowledge. It was a pleasant 3 days in Kashgar where we visited Kashgar old city, the Bazaar, beautiful snowcapped mountain of Pamir. Next we were greeted by Guide "John" @Urumqi Airport, the next phase of 14 days of itinerary stretching from City of Turpan, Urumqi, Fuhai, Hemu, Kanas Nature Reserve, Burqin, Kuitun, Sayram Lake, Yining, Tekes, Naraty, Bayingbuluk, Kuqa City & Tianshan Grand Canyon. I must emphasize that Lesley have a remarkable Team of Drivers and Tour Guides. Kareem in Kashgar is both devoted and professional. "John" were of very special mentioned in term of subtle good nature character. Very dedicated with warm hospitality. Never turned down additional impromptu request. Time allocation at Scenic Spot is both relaxed, comfortable & entertaining. He is also our ad hoc photographer. John took great family photos & videos with very good editing technique. Omitting the human traffic wave in China and the countless time consume in waiting at Scenic places that were totally beyonds Xinjiang Travel Agency control, I would have no complain against such a wonderful group of heartwarming guides. Northern Xinjiang is such a place of great beauty, with a wide variation of picturesque landscape, vibrant culture city, snowcapped mountains with different shade of hues & colours. Simply indescribable, having travel to places like Finland, Iceland, Switzerland and hence able to do a detailed comparison. You would need to travel to these places personally to lively experience it. Always avoid peak season travel that coincide with China national holiday with such a huge human population. Otherwise everything will be fine. Me, my wife would definitely chose to engaged Lesley team again for the next journey of China Trips probably the Silk Route. Kudos to Urumqi tour guide "John " for the good work , the care , the passion and the professional work etiquettes. Also thank Lesley & teams for the seamless arrangement, special permit application for visit to Bayinbuluke & Duku Highway. Trust me, you will be in good hands of Lesley & Teams.

I would highly recommend Silk Road Travel company. We did the 10-day Silk Road itinerary from Xi’an to Urumqi. The main liaison (Chandler) was extremely prompt, patient and professional at all times. Responses by both email and WeChat were nearly instantaneous and we thoroughly enjoyed the itinerary planned for us - the sites selected were incredible and the team of drivers and guides were very professional, knowledgable and adaptable. Silk Road Travel even prepared a surprise birthday cake for one of us during the trip which was a very special touch. We were very happy as well with the hotels selected - all very centrally located in their respective cities, clean and comfortable. The trip is very full - we were amazed from morning to night and if it wasn’t for work obligations back home we would have been happy to continue on further as there is just too much to see!

An excellent service and team quality, specially on the field by Mr. John and Mr. Karim. Superb guidance and in-depth knowledge. Definitely recommend. Well done silkroadtravel.com.

I just came back from an 11 days Silk Road private tour with my family. The trip started from Urumqi and ended at Xi’an. I was liaising with Leah from SilkroadTravel, she’s very responsive and gave useful suggestions, organizing this trip was a breeze thanks to her. From the start of the trip till the end we were well taken care of by our guides and the drivers. Not to mention the all the delicious food that we tried. Special thanks to all our fabulous guides Nur (Urumqi, Turpan), Cathy (Dunhuang) Jane (Jiayuguan, Zhangye), Lily (Lanzhou) and Lisa (Xi’an), they’ve made our trip really memorable. I highly recommend Silk Road Travel.

I recommande the trip. All was very well organised. The guides were helpful and nice. The hotels were clean and well rated !

My husband and I did a wonderful tour along the Silk Road from Yinchuan to Urumqi this month of August 2024. The Company is very reliable and made our journey an absolute success. All our guides were very skilled and helpful. I really recommend the Company and wish everybody to discover northern China very soon. Anna Alberghina

We organised a 10 days private tour between Gansu and Xinjiang. Leah was great organising the tour, hotels were very good and professional guide and drivers. Our Chinese friends had a problem in Mogau caves in Donuhang that's why I couldn't give them 5.

We took 7 days Northern Xinjiang tour including Urumqi, Sayram lake, and grasslands such as Xiata, Kalajun and Naraty. This time, tour director Mr. Chandler did perfect preparation for our trip. We had many requests such as destinations, period, budget, etc. but he tried to meet our requirements as much as he can. And his quick response to our inquiries was very helpful and made us feel reliable. In addition, all the destinations he proposed were quite nice and beautiful, and we had forgettable memories there. As for the travel, driver Mr. Long took us to all of the places very safe. Thanks to his cheerful personality, our trip was filled with pleasure. Because of budget restrictions, we didn’t have an English speaking tour guide, and we speak only a little Chinese, but he actively tried to communicate with us by using translation function of WeChat. Also, he always asked us if we want to see each of destination in order to meet our requirements. We would really appreciate all the help from them and would definitely recommend Silk Road Travel if any of our friends go to Xinjiang :) Thank you so much!

Our 12-day private Xinjiang tour brought us to many beautiful places in Xinjiang including Xiata, Kanas and my favourite, the Heavenly Lake. Leah from SilkroadTravel was just wonderful. She was very responsive throughout the planning and helped us through last minute changes in flight and train schedules. Our guide, John, was also fabulous in making sure we were well taken care of - his good English helped make our trip more enjoyable! Our driver, Mr Zheng, was amazing - driving long hours safely. A big thanks to Silkroad Travel for making this a memorable trip!

We've taken 7 Rick Steve's and 15 Gate 1 Travel's tours. The one in China was with Gate 1 Discovery covering Beijing to Shanghai in 15 days. However, this tour didn't cover some parts of China we wanted to visit, like Xinjiang, Guangdong and Fujian prefectures. Despite excitement for visiting China, we were also concerned about political and language barriers. So after extensive research and communication with various companies, we found Silk Road Travel (silkroadtravel.com) to be a comforting and understanding option. We booked two separate tours with the company, one to Xinjiang (Kashgar, Urumqi, and Turpan) and the other to Shenzhen and Fujian area. And we were not disappointed at all. The tour director handled all details from airport pickup to departure, with English-speaking guides and drivers. Three local tour managers went above and beyond to ensure we were well-informed and taken care of throughout the journey, from historical facts to insider tips. The tour offered an immersive experience in local culture and stunning landscapes. The breathtaking scenery, including majestic mountains, crystal-clear lakes, and lush greenery, provided a postcard-worthy backdrop. The sense of awe and wonder amidst such natural beauty was unparalleled. The tour also provided an opportunity to explore local markets, historical sites, and savor delicious traditional food. After days of immersing ourselves in nature's tranquility, we explored vibrant urban areas, showcasing skyscrapers, bustling streets, trendy cafes, and historic landmarks. These areas were a melting pot of culture, history, and modernity, showcasing the vibrant energy and beauty of urban life. What truly set this tour (in Xinjiang) apart was the seamless transition between the serene natural landscapes and the dynamic urban scenes. It was a journey that offered the best of both worlds. We highly recommend Silk Road Travel. Since they specialize in Central Asian region, we have plans to book additional tours covering other areas in upcoming years.