Central Silk Route

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4.9 Based on 16 Reviews
  • duration 30 days
  • tour type Group
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 26
  • guiding method Fully guided
  • Tour Code BM-28388
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
  • Starts/Ends Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
HIGHLIGHTS
  • Overland through Uzbekistan's Fergana Valley in local transport
  • See the silk-weavers of the Fergana Valley
  • Stay in traditional felt yurts at the incredible Song Köl Lake
  • Experience the daily life of the Kyrgyz mountain shepherds
  • See a demonstration from a traditional eagle hunter near Kochkor
  • Learn how Kyrgyz carpets and hats are typically made
  • Trek into the wilds of the Jeti-Oghuz Gorge
  • Walk around the incredible scenery of the Chong Kemin valley
  • Relax in the picturesque city of Bishkek
  • Explore the unique Turkmen capital of Ashgabat on a guided tour
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The Central Silk Route tour starts and ends in Bishkek. The Central Silk Route is an adventure tour that takes 30 days taking you through Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan and other destinations in Kyrgyzstan.

If there are two, must see Central Asian countries on the Silk Route, they are Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan; two very different destinations with a mutual history stretching from antiquity to the days of the Soviet Union.


Uzbekistan is the more visited of the two, because of its fabulous culture and Islamic architectural splendour. The cities of Khiva, Bukhara and fabled Samarkand are really unrivalled. Each has its own unique flavour, history and monuments. The sheer grandeur and colour of Samarkand make it peerless, whereas the quiet beauty of Bukhara and the tranquillity of Khiva make both unmissable.


Kyrgyzstan is about the vast mountains, valleys and lakes of the Tian Shan Mountains and the nomadic horsemen that live there, who become our hosts and guides. It's a wonderful place for hiking and riding. Add in the deserts of Turkmenistan and the bizarre Darvaza Crater and you have an epic journey.

ITINERARY Expand All
Select Tour Version:
  • Day 1: Day 1: Bishkek
  • Day 2: Day 2: Chong Kemin Valley
  • Day 3: Day 3: Chong Kemin Valley
  • Day 4: Day 4: Karakol
  • Day 5: Day 5: Jeti-Oguz Valley
  • Day 6: Day 6: Jeti-Oguz Valley
  • Day 7: Day 7: Kochkor
  • Day 8: Day 8: Son-Kol Lake
  • Day 9: Day 9: Son-Kol Lake
  • Day 10: Day 10: Kyrgyz Fergana Valley
  • Day 11: Day 11: Kyrgyz Fergana Valley
  • Day 12: Day 12: Arslanbob
  • Day 13: Day 13: Arslanbob
  • Day 14: Day 14: Fergana Valley
  • Day 15: Day 15: Tashkent
  • Day 16: Day 16: Tashkent
  • Day 17: Day 17: Samarkand
  • Day 18: Day 18: Samarkand
  • Day 19: Day 19: Samarkand
  • Day 20: Day 20: Kyzylkhum Desert
  • Day 21: Day 21: Bukhara
  • Day 22: Day 22: Bukhara
  • Day 23: Day 23: Bukhara
  • Day 24: Day 24: Khiva
  • Day 25: Day 25: Khiva
  • Day 26: Day 26: Kunye Urgench
  • Day 27: Day 27: Darvaza
  • Day 28: Day 28: Ashgabat
  • Day 29: Day 29: Ashgabat
  • Day 30: Day 30: Ashgabat
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Transport
  • Overland Expedition Vehicle, Jeep, Russian Bus
Guide
  • Two Dragoman Crew Members, Local Guides where necessary, Local Crew Member in certain areas
Accommodation
  • Comfortable Hotel 10 nights
  • Wild Camp 7 nights
  • Basic Hotel 5 nights
  • Homestay 2 nights
  • Yurt Camp 3 nights
  • Camping without facilities 2 nights
Meals
  • 52 Breakfasts
  • 18 Lunches
  • 24 Dinners
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Any international flights to/from Bishkek are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
  • Travel insurance is not included in this Central Silk Route tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
4.9 - Excellent
Based on 16 reviews
  • Judith H
  • On Oct 08 2018
4 - Very Good
Very Good
Great trip - enjoyed Kyrgyzstan
  • Nitish U
  • On Aug 22 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent
A fantastic trip overall with the most incredible facilitation through some magical locations. Well paced sections of the trip, lots to experience and a great time on Helena. Kyrgyzstan was stunning, especially the bush camping... Read more
  • Deborah H
  • On Aug 08 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Yet again loved the trip. Particularly enjoyed Samarkand and the remoteness of Kyrgyzstan esecially Song Kul lake.
  • David C
  • On Jul 08 2018
5 - Excellent
Excellent
Travelling through Kyrgyzstan was by far the most scenic and interesting.
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GOOD TO KNOW
CANCELLATION

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Local Payment The local payment is a group fund, paid separately from the trip price on the first day of the tour. It covers everything that the group does together on the ground. This is primarily hotel accommodation and campsite fees, meals whilst camping (but not while eating in restaurants), and included activities and puts money directly back to the local community. The local payment, or kitty system, is unique to overlanding tours and provides maximum flexibility and best value on the road - you can see exactly what is being paid for, you get everything at cost price, it keeps costs competitive by leveraging group expenses and saves on administrative costs. The fund is run by the tour guide, and any excess left over at the end is returned equally to the group. Local prices are estimated in USD when we print the brochure then reviewed monthly as local costs and exchange rates vary throughout the year. It's therefore important once you book your trip to check the website regularly and just before departure for any changes to the amount.

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