Step off the grid and onto the ancient sands of the Silk Road.
This is the first yoga retreat to explore the historic trading path. Designed for an intimate group of max. 20 committed explorers, this 8-day-7-night all-inclusive luxury pilgrimage bridges ancient history with modern mindfulness.
From the architectural marvels of Yinchuan to the boundless silence of the Tengger desert dunes, you will experience a transformative blend of daily yoga, immersive cultural excursions and premium wellness hospitality.
The Experiences
Daily Movement
Sunrise vinyasa practices greeting the desert sun, and restorative sunset yin yoga paired with sound healing & breathwork
Ancient Footprints
Guided contemplative walks through the mysterious Xixia Tombs (“Pyramids of the East”) and the prehistoric cliffside carvings of Helan Rock Art
Terroir & Taste
Private wellness tours through heritage Bairuiyuan Yanhongzishu Goji Manor and exclusive tastings at elite foothill vineyards along the Helan Mountains.
Desert Wilderness
Mindful desert walking meditations, traditional camel riding across the ridges, and an unforgettable evening of stargazing under a zero-light-pollution Milky Way. Optional activities include ziplining across the Yellow River, glass bridge walking, sandboarding, Yellow River boat rides and 4-wheel drive experiences—all at Tengger Desert.