Kamal Ghorui
For centuries, traders, pilgrims and explorers crossed continents along the legendary Silk Road, carrying silk, spices, art and ideas between East and West. In 2026, that historic corridor will get a modern revival, this time in the form of a luxury rail expedition.
Geographic Expeditions (GeoEx) is launching The Grand Silk Road by Train, a 22-day, 2,400-mile journey spanning five countries from China to Uzbekistan. Departures are scheduled for September 21–October 12, 2026 (currently waitlist only) and August 30–September 22, 2027 (pending confirmation).
The itinerary unfolds aboard the Golden Eagle Silk Road Express, part of the Golden Eagle Luxury Trains collection. The train comes equipped with en-suite cabins that get easily converted from day lounges to night bedrooms, a bar lounge with a baby grand piano, and high-end dining inspired by regional cuisine.
Prices start at $50,700 per person (double occupancy) and include accommodations, most meals, guided excursions, gratuities, emergency evacuation services and secondary medical insurance.
Below is a look at how the journey unfolds.
