Famous Silk

As Georgian food culture slowly emerges from its Soviet-era deep freeze, Tbilisi’s chefs are looking beyond their country’s borders while also reviving and safeguarding Georgia’s unique culinary traditions. The open spirit of the Silk Road is back in town, and on this epic day of eating, we’ll get a taste of what it’s all about. Our day begins where Tbilisi got its start millennia ago, by the natural hot springs in the oldest part of the city. Here, a mosque, synagogue and Georgian Orthodox cathedral provide a panorama that tells much about the city’s diversity and its history as an important center of trade and culture and a key stop along the ancient Silk Road. Tbilisi’s strategic location made it a desirable place to occupy, and there’s no shortage of conquerors that passed through: Romans, Byzantines, Mongols, Khazars, Arabs, Persians, Ottomans, Russians and, finally, the Soviets.

Dunhuang city locates at the west point of Hexi Corridor which is a very important section of ancient Silk Road. Due to the Mogao Grottoes and the Crescent Lake & Singing Sand Mountain, this small city is listed a world famous cultural tourist destination. In history, the prosperity of Silk Road brought the city bustling business and vigorous culture exchange, especially the Buddhist culture. This private day tour will show you the essence of Dunhuang city.

Hoi An silk village is one of many famous craft villages in Hoi An and producing plenty types of good quality silk. On this tour, visitors can gain a deeper knowledge of the history and traditional silk making process. Additionally, visitors will be shown the life cycle of silkworms in action. Guests will then be shown how cocoons are transformed into silk thread and how the silk is treated and refined to become ready for clothing. After all, visitors will enjoy local meal

Take a guided tour to explore Samarkand— a fairy tale city along the ancient Silk Road. Transportation is included through the tour. Learn the technique how in VIII century people in Samarkand made a silk paper from mulberry. Travel back in time in a famous Registan square of Samarkand. Go at your own pace on this private tour. Feel free to customize this tour based on the interests of your private group.

The tour will start at a famous and beautiful lantern workshop where you will learn how to make a special lantern which you can decide the shape and color or patterns for them like diamond shape, UFO or balloon shape, and find a special color or pattern like cherry blossom, bamboo and birds. Walking and enjoy the special foods with a foodie lover and friendly. You will have a chance to interact with the local and watching how they make their beautiful foods, and try to make it and enjoy what you make! We will eat like a local at the famous and real shops for traditional foods at Hoi An old town.

Hoi An silk village is one of many famous craft villages in Hoi An and producing plenty types of good quality silk. On this tour, visitors can gain a deeper knowledge of the history and traditional silk making process. Additionally, visitors will be shown the life cycle of silkworms in action. Guests will then be shown how cocoons are transformed into silk thread and how the silk is treated and refined to become ready for clothing

The Mysore Silk tour from Bangalore takes us back to 1792 when the story of Mysore Silk commences with setting up of silk worm breeding stations by Tipu Sultan. In 1912 Maharaja Krishnaraja Wodeyar IV sets up the Mysore Silk Weaving factory to kick start the industrial production of Mysore Silk. We will visit Asia’s largest silk cocoon auction market, the Mysore Silk weaving factory, the Mysore Palace and an ancient bazaar. This tour is organized by Five Senses Tours, a private limited company recognized by the Ministry of Tourism and a member of the Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO). The tour has been designed to support local livelihoods by way of employment of local guides, and supporting local businesses in line with the mission of the company to ensure travel dollars stay where they are spent.

Embark on an unforgettable tour along the ancient Silk Road. You tour starts from Urumqi and then to Dunhuang. Ready to witness the breathtaking Rainbow Mountains of Zhangye, marvel at the majestic Jiayuguan Fortress, and explore Dunhuang—the westernmost gem of the Hexi Corridor. Discover the treasures of the Silk Road and the Buddhist art of the UNESCO-listed Mogao Grottoes. Then, ride a camel across vast deserts, reliving the legendary caravan experience of Silk Road traders. * Private transportation with good AC * Professional English Speaking Guide Service * Bottled water and paper napkins * 7/24 English Service online.

A day tour is through the areas of Ramanagara and Channapatna, two towns near Bangalore famous for their cottage industries. The Culture tour aims to take a visitor on a Silk route – from the humble silkworms, their cocoons to the markets & factories – in an effort to show the process and the diverse people behind the silk industry of South India. Do you know India produces 20% of the world’s silk? (Of course, no guesses on who is the world’s largest producer of silk). We journey onwards to Channapatna, learn about the communities that live here and their famous handicrafts livelihood. We will visit the toys’ factories and the shops as we learn about how these colourful wooden toys are created, its journey across the changing times and the modern interpretations. Apart from the industries, We will visit a quaint and a beautiful Sufi Dargah, a centuries old temple and return to Bangalore by evening.

In this day trip from Kolkata, you will discover the medieval terracotta temples of the 17th century Malla Kingdom. Next in line is a magical experience of Baluchari silk saree weaving at Bishnupur. We will also meet the legendary silk weavers who will demonstrate the intricate art of weaving silk sarees with the ‘Ramayana’ scenes woven all over the saree border.

Van Phuc Silk Village is a silk weaving village with a long history of development. Silk products of the village went into poetry, music as a beautiful cultural village of Vietnam. Duong Lam Ancient Village is a historic village in Vietnam, located near Hanoi. It has a history of over 1,200 years and is known for its well-preserved traditional houses made of laterite and mud. The village layout consists of narrow lanes and is surrounded by beautiful rice fields and banyan trees. Duong Lam is famous for its cultural heritage, with ancient temples, pagodas, and a communal house system. Visitors can experience local crafts, taste traditional cuisine, and explore the village on foot or by bicycle. It is a popular tourist destination that showcases the authentic rural lifestyle of Vietnam.

-Duong Lam commune is a community of six traditional villages located 50 km from Hanoi to the West, means you get extra time for exploring for yourself. -One of the very few places that have its tradition and culture perfectly preserved for more than 400 years, considering its close proximity to Vietnam’s sprawling capital city, it not only emerged almost unscathed from half a century of warfare but also escaped the recent rampant urbanization of the area. – Ancient architect and local cuisine, the village is an image of the old Vietnamese countryside before the French colonization.

This is a historic tour going back to the 7th century AD to Kanchipuram which was one of the leading capitals of this part of the world. We will visit 2 remarkable temples to appreciate the architecture wizardry of the Pallavas. Kanchipuram is also famous for its Silk Sarees, so we will meet a Weaver and understand the fine art of making Silk Sarees.

Discover the cultural traditions and urban highlights of Cambodia in one enriching day with this private guided tour to Koh Dach Silk Island and the capital city Phnom Penh. Experience the serenity of rural island life and the energy of Phnom Penh’s top historical landmarks. Morning: Koh Dach (Silk Island) Exploration ✅ Traditional Weaving Village: Visit Koh Dach, a peaceful island known for its generations-old silk weaving heritage. See artisans at work on wooden looms and learn the step-by-step silk-making process. ✅ Scenic Ferry Ride: Cross the Mekong River by local ferry, offering tranquil views of the river and countryside. Afternoon: Phnom Penh City Tour ✅ Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda: Tour the royal residence and visit the Silver Pagoda, home to national treasures including the Emerald Buddha. ✅ Wat Phnom: Discover the historic pagoda on the city's only hill, marking Phnom Penh’s origin. ✅ Independence Monument & Wat Ounalom and Central Market

A journey to Duong Lam village is a trip to trace back the origin of Vietnam’s culture and Vietnam’s traditions. This is also the great chance explore architecture of ancient houses while wandering along its narrow alleyways, visit temples dedicated of the two kings born there, and most interesting of all, chat with locals living in the ancient houses. After the recognition of Hoi An ancient town, Hanoi Old Quarter, Duong Lam village in Son Tay Town (some 60km to the west of Hanoi Capital) is the first ancient village recognized as a national relic by the Ministry of Culture and Information.

The Ganga Aarti at Varanasi is an uplifting spiritual ritual. The Aarti ceremony takes place near the Ganges River.  While facing the river, the Hindu priests use lamps which are circled around in a clockwise manner, accompanied by chants or songs in praise of Mother Ganga. It is believed that after the ritual is complete, the Goddess showers her blessing onto each individual present there. NOTE: (Expect More People on Ground / Monuments / Public Places During the Tour). You will have Private tour Guide during the Sightseeing Tour. Highlights •    Aarti Ritual At the Ganges River •    Rickshaw Ride   •    Walk Through the Ghats •    River glowing with floating lamps

All travelers will visiting traditional Silk Weaving ,Rural Life , Scenic Beauty ,Cultural Immersion ! Silk Island, also known as Koh Dach Located on the Mekong River, this island offers a glimpse into traditional Cambodian life and is famous for its silk weaving industry. Here are some of the attractions that make Silk Island a must-visit destination: * Traditional Silk Weaving: Witness the intricate process of silk production, from silkworm farming to hand-weaving on wooden looms. You can even try your hand at weaving and purchase authentic silk products directly from the artisans. *Rural Life: Explore the island's charming villages, where you can observe local life, visit farms, and see how people live in harmony with nature. *Scenic Beauty: Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and picturesque landscapes of rice paddies, vegetable gardens, and fruit orchards. *Cultural Immersion: Visit local pagodas and schools to learn about Cambodian culture and traditions.

As experienced, young and expert Tour Operators based in Hunza Valley. We believe in Services, Hospitality and Experience. Keen to teach and learn (Apart from Holidays, Travelling is an oppertunity to learn, teach and explore).We use to make our guests visit local school voluntarily. We spare time for our guest to meet and great local community as well.

Take a private tour of the spectacular temple city of Kanchipuram (Kancheepuram) which reflects the glorious traditions of South India temples with their noted architecture. Kanchipuram was once famous for its thousand temples. Today, approximately 100 temples exist. Kanchipuram also has some notable churches and mosques. Apart from its temples, this small town is known for its thriving handloom industry. Woven from pure mulberry silk, the dazzling colored sarees are embellished with fine gold thread (zari) and are available in a wide variety. Highlights • Sri Ekambareswarar Temple • Kailasanathar Temple • Varadaraja Perumal Temple • Silk weaving demonstration

In the past, Silk Route trade passed through many of the Central Asian cities including Almaty, Bishkek, Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Merv. As Caravans stopped in these cities on their way from China to Europe, they exchanged not only goods and ethnic groups, but also knowledge and experience. This made Central Asia a center of master-craftsmen, world-class scholars, and a diverse culture. Follow in the footsteps of the Silk Route Trade you will have chance to explore the most famous sights of Kazakhstan,Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan.