Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan
19
Days
Route
1Almaty
2Charyn Canyon
3Bishkek
4Issyk Kul
5Karakol
6Osh
7Khujand
8Penjakent
9Seven Lakes
10Samarkand
11Bukhara
12Khiva
13Darvaza
14Ashgabat
Overview
Embark on an extraordinary voyage through the legendary Five Stans, where ancient Silk Road heritage meets spectacular natural beauty across 19 unforgettable days.
Itinerary
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Airport arrival and Almaty sightseeing including the Green Bazaar, Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Medeo Gorge, and Kok-Tobe hill.
Charyn Canyon exploration and Castle Valley hiking.
A guided tour including Pobeda Square, Duboviy Park, and Central Ala-Too Square.
The Burana Tower, the Balbal stone warriors museum, and Issyk Kul Lake.
Ancient stone inscriptions, the Dungan Mosque, and an Orthodox Church.
Seven Bulls rock formations, Broken Heart Mountain, and an eagle-hunter visit.
A flight to Osh, Suleiman Mountain, and a mountainous border crossing.
The Cultural Palace and Central Mosque sightseeing.
The Fann Mountains, Marquzor Lakes hiking, and local community visits.
The ancient Penjakent ruins and the Ulughbek Observatory.
Registan Square, Shakhi-Zindeh, the Guri Emir Mausoleum, the Bibi Khanum Mosque, and an evening train.
The Citadel Ark, the Samanids Mausoleum, Chashma Ayub, the Bolo-Hauz Mosque, and the Poi Kalon complex.
A Kizilkum desert drive with Amu Darya river views.
The Ichan-Qala inner city, the Kunya-Ark fortress, the Kalta Minor minaret, and the Tash Khouvli palace.
Border crossing to Turkmenistan, the Kunya Urgench UNESCO site, and an evening viewing of the Darvaza Gas Crater with a BBQ dinner.
Ashgabat sightseeing including the white marble architecture, the Alem Ferris wheel, the Independence Monument, and the Arch of Neutrality.
An underground lake with thermal waters (33–37°C) and village exploration.
The Nissa Historical Park, the Turmbashi Spiritual Mosque, the Gokdepe Mosque, and the Akhal-Teke Horse Farm.
Airport transfer.
Trip Cost Breakdown
Included:
Air-conditioned transport with a professional driver
English-speaking local guide
Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
Domestic flights as listed in the itinerary
High-speed train tickets between cities
Hotel accommodation plus one night in a yurt camp
Daily drinking water
Visa support and registration
Not Included:
International airfare
Visa consular fees ($80–100 USD, nationality dependent)
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