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Embark on an epic 14-day journey through the heart of Silk Road splendor with our exclusive “The Best of Central Asia Tour” – an all-encompassing itinerary designed to immerse you in the cultural riches, historical grandeur, and stunning landscapes of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. Discover the vibrant tapestry of Central Asia, where ancient traditions seamlessly blend with the pulse of modern life, offering an unforgettable adventure for the discerning traveler.
Discover the Steppes of Kazakhstan
Your journey commences in the expansive steppes of Kazakhstan, where the sleek, futuristic landscape of Nur-Sultan meets the vast wilderness. Begin your adventure by marveling at the architectural wonders, such as the Bayterek Tower, symbolizing the tree of life in Kazakh mythology, and the Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center, a monumental tent-shaped shopping and entertainment arena. Traverse the windswept plains to the historic city of Almaty, nestled at the foot of the snow-capped Zailiysky Alatau. Explore the Zenkov Cathedral, a colorful wooden cathedral built without nails, and take a moment to relax by the tranquil Big Almaty Lake, a natural alpine reservoir surrounded by majestic peaks.
The Untouched Beauty of Kyrgyzstan
Your adventure continues as you make your way to Kyrgyzstan, a land of breathtaking mountains and nomadic traditions. In Bishkek, stroll through Oak Park and Ala-Too Square, where history and modernity collide. Venture into the celestial Tien Shan mountain range, exploring the serene shores of Issyk-Kul Lake, a saline body of water known as the “Pearl of Central Asia”. Delve into the nomadic lifestyle with an overnight stay in a traditional yurt, sharing stories under starlit skies, and discovering the ancient art of falconry.
Time-Travel through Uzbekistan’s Ancient Cities
Next, pay homage to the ancient cities of Uzbekistan, where the spirit of the Silk Road is palpable. In Samarkand, stand in awe of the Registan, a public square bordered by three majestic madrasahs with glimmering azure mosaics. Wander the winding streets of Bukhara, exploring the Ark Fortress, the charming Lyab-i Hauz Plaza, and the resplendent Kalon Minaret and Mosque. Experience the vibrant hustle of the trading domes where craftspeople sell their intricate wares. Amidst the fairy-tale city of Khiva, walk through the Ichan-Kala fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site that transports you back to ancient times with its well-preserved mosques, madrasahs, and caravanserais.
The Rugged Landscapes of Tajikistan
In Tajikistan, the rugged beauty of the Fann Mountains awaits. Embrace the solitude of the high-altitude Iskanderkul Lake, named after Alexander the Great, and soak in the natural thermal springs of the region. Journey along the Pamir Highway, one of the world’s most scenic drives, and witness the fusion of nature and culture in the Wakhan Corridor, where the Pamir and Hindu Kush mountains meet.
Turkmenistan’s Enigma Unveiled
Step into the enigmatic land of Turkmenistan, embodying a fusion of ancient history and eccentric modernity. Be captivated by the UNESCO-listed ruins of Merv, once a major oasis-city on the Silk Road, and the Parthian fortress of Nisa. Enter the capital, Ashgabat, a city of white marble and gold, often compared to a mirage in the Kara-Kum desert. Witness the stunning Darvaza Gas Crater, known as the ‘Door to Hell’, a fiery pit that has been burning for decades, offering a surreal, otherworldly vision against the night sky.
Back to Uzbekistan’s Living Legacy
Conclude your journey with a return to Uzbekistan, exploring more corners of this ancient land. Spend time in the vibrant capital of Tashkent, the pulsing heart of Central Asia, with its unique mix of Soviet-era buildings, bustling bazaars, and modern developments. Visit the Chorsu Bazaar and the spectacular Tashkent Metro, adorned with elaborate decorations that tell stories of Uzbekistan’s history and culture.
Inclusions and Cultural Enrichment
In this all-inclusive package, travelers will be treated to luxurious accommodations that evoke the local heritage and charm of each destination. Savor regional culinary delights, crafted to offer a taste of authentic Central Asian cuisine with modern gourmet twists. From traditional Kazakh beshbarmak to the rich rice pilaf of Uzbek plov, your palate will be as enriched as your spirit.
Guided by experts in Central Asian history and culture, you’ll gain deep insights into the stories behind the sights. Enjoy private lectures, cultural performances, and personal encounters with local artisans. Participate in workshops that teach you the ancient art of silk-making, pottery, or the enigmatic game of Buzkashi.
Your comfort is paramount; hence, the tour includes air-conditioned coaches, internal flights, and all transfers, ensuring seamless connections between the wonders you’ll explore.
Number of pax | Price per person |
1 person | $ 6000 |
2 persons | $ 3900 |
3 persons | $ 3600 |
4 persons | $ 3200 |
Single supplement | $ 400 |
Guided sightseeing tours 13 nights hotel accommodation (shared double/twin room) Economy class tickets for flights: Almaty-Bishkek-Tashkent-Urgench, Ashgabat-Mary Economy class tickets for trains: Bukhara - Samarkand - Tashkent Entrance fees to the museums, mausoleums and other sights All transportation throughout the tour
Any Private Expenses Lunches, Dinners
Astana’s Modern Architecture (Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan) – Explore Kazakhstan’s futuristic capital, where you’ll witness the marvels of contemporary architecture, including the towering Bayterek Monument and the Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center, symbols of the nation’s rapid modernization.
Almaty’s Natural and Historic Treasures (Kazakhstan) – In the old capital, uncover the charm of wooden Orthodox churches and stroll through green boulevards, before taking a short trip to marvel at the Big Almaty Lake, an alpine wonder nestled in the Tien Shan mountains.
Issyk-Kul Lake (Kyrgyzstan) – Visit the world’s second-largest saline lake, fondly known as the “Pearl of Kyrgyzstan,” and indulge in the stunning landscape that encapsulates crystal clear waters bordered by snow-capped mountains.
Registan Square (Samarkand, Uzbekistan) – Be humbled by the grandeur of Samarkand’s Registan Square, the heart of this ancient city, surrounded by three ornate madrasahs that stand as testaments to the Islamic Golden Age.
Ichan-Kala Fortress (Khiva, Uzbekistan) – Step back in time within the walls of the inner city of Khiva, Ichan-Kala, where centuries-old minarets, palaces, and mosques have been well preserved, offering a true window into the past.
Bukhara’s Old City (Uzbekistan) – Discover the living history in the Old City of Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Wander through narrow lanes, marvel at the majestic Kalyan Minaret and explore the ancient trade domes, mosques, and madrasahs. Experience the city’s rich, fabled history that dates back over two millennia.
Merv and Nisa (Turkmenistan) – Traverse the ancient ruins of Merv, an oasis city that was once one of the world’s great cities before its destruction by Genghis Khan, and explore the remains of the Parthian fortresses at Nisa, offering a glimpse into a civilization long vanished.
Darvaza Gas Crater (Turkmenistan) – Witness the fiery spectacle of the Darvaza Gas Crater in the heart of the Kara-Kum desert, an astonishing natural gas field collapsed into an underground cavern, now a glowing testament to the country’s rich energy reserves.
Tashkent’s Cultural Blend (Uzbekistan) – Cap off the journey where tradition meets modernity in Tashkent, with visits to the Chorsu Bazaar and the ornate stations of the Tashkent Metro, showcasing stunning Soviet-era mosaics and modern Uzbek art.
Arrive in Almaty. You will be met by our driver and transferred to the hotel. Check in to the hotel at 14:00. Free time. Welcome dinner. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast. At 09:00 your guide and driver will meet you at hotel lobby to start the sightseeing tour in Almaty: visit Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Republic Square, Central State Museum of Kazakhstan. Enjoy panoramic view at Kok-Tobe Hill, visit Medeo Gorge.
At 15:30 transfer to the Airport to get the flight KC109 to Bishkek at 18:00. Arrival at Bishkek at 18:55. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Breakfast. At 08:00 start the trip from Bishkek. Firstly, you will stop at Burana Tower. This is a historical complex, which marks the original site of Balasagun, the Karakhanid town. After, you will watch Kyrgyz national horse game “Ulak Tartysh” (goat pulling). Ulak Tartysh (a.k.a Kok Boru) is a fight between two teams of riders for a goat carcass. Lunch at home of a local Kyrgyz family. After lunch transfer to Kemin village (70 km) where you will have a chance to watch a demonstration of yurt erection (nomadic dwelling) and even take a part in it if you wish. Local Kyrgyz woman will tell the meaning and use of the each part of the yurt. Transfer back to Bishkek (110 km).
Transfer to the Airport. Evening flight HY780 to Tashkent at 18:10. Arrival at 18:30. Transfer to the hotel for overnight
Breakfast. At 08:00 drive to Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border point Oybek (100 km, 1 h. 30 min.). After completing customs and passport control on both sides, Tajik local guide and driver will meet you on the Tajik side and take you to Khujand (70 km, 1 h.). Start Khujand sightseeing tour. You will explore the Sughd Historical Museum, Timur-Malik Fortress, Mosque and Madrasah of Shaikh Muslihiddin, Panjshanbe Bazaar. You will try delicious Tajik cuisine at the local restaurant. Drive back to Tajikistan-Uzbekistan border point Oybek (70 km, 1 h.). After passing the border Oybek, the driver will meet you on Uzbekistan side and transfer to your hotel in Tashkent (100 km, 1 h. 30 min.).
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
After breakfast at 09:00 start Tashkent city tour. You will visit Old City part of Tashkent that includes Khast-Imam Complex and Chorsu bazar. After, continue to the city center to promenade at Amir Timur Square, Independence Square and explore Applied Arts Museum. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Breakfast in the hotel. At 05:40 transfer to the airport for early morning flight at 07:40 to Urgench (1093 km, 1 h. 40 min.). Arrive Urgench, transfer to Khiva. Starting guided walking city tour – inner town of Ichan Kala (XIV-XX CC) with Muhamad Amin Khan Madrassah, Kalta Minor Minaret, Kunya Ark, Muhamad Rahim Khan Madrassah, Juma Mosque and Minaret, Tash Hauli Palace, Islam Khodja Minaret and Madrassah, Shirgazi Khan Madrassah, Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum. Overnight in Khiva.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5 hours
Breakfast. At 08:00 drive to Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan border point Shavat-Dashoguz (60 km, 1 h.). Go through border formalities on both checkpoints. Cross 1.5 km neutral zone (transportation may not be available). Meet your Turkmenistan guide and drive to Kunya Urgench (100 km, 1 h 30 min.). Visit mausoleums of Turebek-Khanym, Sultan Tekesh, Sultan Il Arslan, Najmad-din-Kubra, Sultan Ali. Discover the Kutlug Timur Minaret and Kyrk Molla hill. In the afternoon drive to Darvaza gas crater located in the middle of Karakum desert (270 km, 4 h.). Set up the camp. Enjoy a delicious fire-cooked meal for dinner near the burning gas crater. Overnight in tents.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 2 hours
After camp style early breakfast depart to Ashgabat at 08:00 (280 km, 3h. 30 min.). On the way stop at Erbent village to witness life of locals surrounded by desert. Arrive in Ashgabat at 11:30. Start sightseeing tour in Ashgabat, the capital of Turkmenistan that has recently been noted by the Guinness Book of World Records as having the most white marble-clad buildings in the world. During the city tour you will explore an archeological site of Old Nissa (included in UNESCO World Heritage list) and Spiritual Mosque, one of the biggest mosques in Central Asia. You will visit the National Museum of History, the Monument of Neutrality, Presidential Square, Ertugrul Gazy Mosque and newly built Independence Park. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6 hours
Early breakfast. Transfer to the Airport to take a morning flight to Mary at 06:15 (370 km, 40 min.). Upon arrival drive to Merv (40 km, 30 min.), an ancient city that was a major center of international trade and crafts located on the Silk Road. Discover historical park with Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum, Large and Small Gyz Gala, Erk Gala, Gyaur Gala, Keshk Fortress, and others. In the afternoon drive to Turkemnistan-Uzbekistan border point “Farap-Alat” (290 km, 5 h. 30 min.). Go through border formalities on both checkpoints. Cross 1.5 km neutral zone (transportation may not be available). Meet your driver and continue to Bukhara (100 km, 1 h. 30 min.). Arrival in Bukhara, check in to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing in Bukhara – one of the most important stops on the Silk Road. City tour with visits to the Ark Fortress (I-XX CC), Bolo Hauz Mosque (XVIII C), Samanids Mausoleum (IX-X CC), Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum (XII-XVI CC). PM tour on foot along the old town of Bukhara from Poi-Kalyan complex with Kalyan Minaret (XII C) through orient bazaars with three trade domes of Toki Zargaron (XV C), Toki Sarrafon(XVI C), Toki Telpak Furushon (XVI C), Ulugbek Madrassah (XV C), Abdulazizkhan Madrassah (XVII C), Lyabi Hauz complex (XVI -XVII CC), surrounded by ancient mulberry trees, restaurants and cafes. Visit National show at Nodira Devon Begi madrassah. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Breakfast at the hotel. Today we drive outside Bukhara for sightseeing: Sitorai Mokhi Khosa – summer residence of the last Emir of Bukhara, Baghautdin Nakhshbandi Mausoleum – a center of Sufism. At 15:00 transfer to the railway station to take fast-speed Afrosiyob train departing to Samarkand at 15:50. Arrive in Samarkand at 17:25. Transfer to the hotel. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. We will start sightseeing from Registan Square (which means “desert” in Persian) and three madrassahs (religious study centers) surrounding the square: Ulughbek Madrassah, Sher-Dor Madrassah, and Tillya-Kari Madrassah – covered with gold. Visit to Gur Emir Mausoleum (tomb of Tamerlane), Shakhi Zinda Necropolis, Ulugbek Observatory.
Continue sightseeing with Bibi Khanym Mosque – built by Amir Timur (Tamerlane) in XV century and Siyab Bazaar. Then drive to Koni Ghil village to explore traditional way of making Samarkand paper from mulberry. Overnight at the hotel. Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Breakfast. Continue sightseeing: visit Shakhi Zinda Necropolis, museum of Afrosiab, and Tombstone of Saint Daniyar. Free time. At 16:30 transfer to the railway station. Take the fast-speed Afrosiyob train departing to Tashkent at 17:30 (300 km). You will arrive at 19:40. Pick-up and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
Check-out from the hotel at noon. Free time until transfer to Tashkent International Airport. Departure. End of the tour.
Central Asia has always seemed so enigmatic to me, and this tour did an incredible job of unveiling its secrets. Ashgabat’s gleaming white marble cityscape was astonishing, contrasting with the timeless tranquility of Bukhara’s historic sites. I marveled at the spectacular mosaics in Samarkand and developed a newfound appreciation for Central Asian cuisine. Also, the opportunity to learn about traditional falconry was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
Every expectation I had for this tour was blown out of the water. It was a perfect blend of cultural immersion, history, and stunning natural beauty. The serene moments by Iskanderkul Lake in Tajikistan provided the perfect meditative experience amidst a busy itinerary. I was pleasantly surprised by how efficient and smooth the logistics were, considering the diversity of places we visited. Even the internal flights were well arranged.
My husband and I have always been fascinated by the Silk Road, and this tour immersed us in its rich tapestry. The guides were exceptionally well-informed, not just about the historical significance of the places but also about their cultural importance. From the bazaars of Tashkent to the ruins of Merv, every stop added another layer of understanding of this complex and beautiful region. Thank you for the cultural enrichment – the silk-making workshop was fabulous!
Unparalleled’ doesn’t even start to cover it. As a solo female traveler, safety and comfort were my top priorities, and this tour delivered that and so much more. Each hotel was like an oasis of luxury in the heart of historical settings, offering a beautiful respite after days filled with exploration. The visit to Darvaza Gas Crater was like standing on the edge of another world. Truly magnificent planning and execution!
This was a trip of a lifetime! The landscapes of the Tien Shan mountains took my breath away, and Issyk-Kul Lake’s serene beauty was something I will never forget. I was initially apprehensive about the overnight yurt stay, but it turned out to be incredibly cozy and one of the most memorable parts of our journey. Sampling plov in Uzbekistan was another delight – who knew rice could have so much flavor! Kudos to the entire team for such a well-organized expedition.