Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan
18
Days
Route
1Almaty
2Tashkent
3Bukhara
4Samarkand
5Mary
6Ashgabat
7Darvaza
8Khiva
9Panjakent
10Istaravshan
11Khujand
12Bishkek
13Issyk-Kul
14Kolsai Lakes
15Charyn Canyon
Overview
An 18-day expedition through five Central Asian nations following the legendary Great Silk Road, exploring centuries-old stories and cultural wonders across diverse landscapes and ancient cities.
Itinerary
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Airport arrival and hotel transfer in Almaty.
Green Bazaar, Panfilov Park, Kok-Tobe hill, Medeo, and Shymbulak.
Flight to Tashkent; explore the Minor White Mosque, Independence Square, and Amir Timur Square.
Train journey; visit historic mausoleums, mosques, and fortresses.
Border crossing to Turkmenistan; visit Merv archaeological sites including the Soltan Sanjar Mausoleum and fortresses.
Flight; visit Independence Park, the Arch of Neutrality, Ertugrul Gazi Mosque, museums, and the horse farm.
Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque, Old/New Nisa ruins, and the Darvaza Gas Crater with a BBQ dinner.
Border crossing to Uzbekistan; explore the ancient city of Khiva.
Ichan-Kala walled city sites, then an overnight train journey to Samarkand.
Registan Square, the Gur-e Amir Mausoleum, Shah-i-Zinda, the Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and the Observatory.
Border to Tajikistan; ancient Sarazm and Panjakent ruins, the Seven Lakes, and the Rudaki Complex.
Historic city tour; the Hazrati Shoh complex, Mug Fortress, Khujand Fortress, and bazaars.
Border crossing; a metro tour and Chorsu Bazaar exploration.
Flight to the Kyrgyzstan capital.
The Burana Tower, Issyk-Kul Lake, an optional eagle show, and the Fairytale Canyon.
Border to Kazakhstan; Kaindy Lake and the three Kolsai Lakes.
Charyn National Park and the Valley of Castles, then a return to Almaty.
Final breakfast and airport transfer.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Included:
Air-conditioned transport with a professional driver
Hotel accommodation (double/twin rooms)
English-speaking local guide
Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
High-speed train tickets between cities
Domestic flights as listed in the itinerary
Visa support and registration
Not Included:
International airfare
Visa consular fees ($80–100 USD, nationality dependent)
