Dushanbe Explorer Trips in 2025/2026

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BudgetSimple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
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Journeys: Echoes of the Silk Road

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Uncover the rich heritage of Central Asia on a journey through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan — a region shaped for centuries by Silk Road trade, spiritual traditions, and sweeping cultural exchange. Wander the ancient streets of Khiva, Samarkand, and Bukhara, where history echoes through turquoise-tiled mosques and bustling bazaars. Marvel at natural wonders like Kaindy Lake’s sunken forest and the red rock cliffs of Charyn Canyon. Explore sacred sites and architectural marvels that reveal the region’s religious diversity and deep historical roots. Along the way, connect with nomadic herders in Kyrgyzstan, break bread with Tajik families, and experience the warmth of rural hospitality in Kazakhstan. This is your window into one of the most captivating, and often overlooked, corners of the world.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Tas

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Issyk Kul, Karakol, Saty, Almaty

Duration23 days

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Journeys: Through the Heart of the Stans

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Trace the ancient Silk Road through the heart of Central Asia, where sweeping landscapes and centuries-old traditions collide in breathtaking fashion. Journey through Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, discovering a region where nomadic heritage still shapes everyday life. Share home-cooked meals with Kyrgyz and Cossack families, explore surreal wonders like the sunken forest of Kaindy Lake and the towering cliffs of Charyn Canyon, and connect with locals whose stories bring the past vividly to life. With National Geographic Journeys, you’ll experience this remote crossroads of cultures through immersive encounters, expert insight and unforgettable moments that reveal the true spirit of the Silk Road.

Explorer

Tour Type

Small Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Resort

Age Range

12-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tashkent, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Tas

Tashkent, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Tashkent, Issyk Kul, Karakol, Saty, Almaty

Duration13 days

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Istanbul To Singapore (26 Weeks)

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Set off on an extraordinary overland journey through 16 countries, starting in the lively city of Istanbul, situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. From this vibrant hub, follow the ancient Silk Road, a historic trade route that meanders through rich cultures and captivating landscapes, guiding you deep into the heart of China. Along this iconic route, immerse yourself in the diverse customs and traditions of each region, uncovering the often-turbulent histories that have shaped them. Your adventure will lead you through a breathtaking variety of landscapes, from the expansive green grasslands of Central Asia to the stark beauty of arid deserts, and from the majestic, snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas to the lush, dense rainforests of Southeast Asia. Each setting offers unique opportunities for exploration and adventure, whether it’s trekking through towering mountains or navigating the bustling markets of vibrant cities. As you traverse some of the world's most dynamic and chaotic urban centers, you’ll feel the vibrant pulse of life in places rich with energy and character. Concluding in the ultra-modern metropolis of Singapore, this journey promises not only stunning vistas but also transformative experiences that will create lasting memories of an unforgettable adventure

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Home-stay, Hostel, Hotel, Lodge, Resort, Sleeper Train

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Singapore, Kunye Urgen

Istanbul, Singapore, Kunye Urgench, Bukhara, Samarkand, Dushanbe, Osh, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon National Park, Issyk Kul, Tash Rabat, Cappadocia, Kashgar, Lhasa, Gyantse, Xian, Beijing, Luang Namtha, Vang Vieng, Savannakhet, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Battambang, Siem Reap, Khao Sok, Penang, Samosir Island, Bukit Lawang, Melaka, Tbilisi, Yerevan, Tatev, Baku, Ashgabat

Duration180 days

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Ashgabat To Beijing (67 Days)

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Join this challenging expedition along ancient trading routes, following in the tracks of the old Silk Road. Discover some of the oldest cities in the world steeped in history and legend. Visit the legendary 'Stan's' taking in the bizarre city of Ashgabat and the splendour of the Old Registan in Uzbekistan. Get outdoors in Tajikistan and hike in the Fann Mountains. Kyrgyzstan amazes with it's deep mountain lakes and perennially snow-capped peaks, before crossing the mighty Torugat Pass and traversing the whole of China. Pandas, Terracotta Warriors and the Great Wall all await! We travel on one of our overland trucks as far as Kyrgyzstan and then by trains and local transport through China

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Home-stay, Hostel, Hotel, Resort, Sleeper Train

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Beijing, Ashgabat, Charyn Canyon

Beijing, Ashgabat, Charyn Canyon National Park, Issyk Kul, Tash Rabat, Kashgar, Lhasa, Gyantse, Xian, Kunye Urgench, Bukhara, Samarkand, Dushanbe, Bishkek

Duration67 days

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Ashgabat To Bishkek (30 Days)

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Follow one of the world's most well renowned highways; the Silk Road. This expedition will take you through some of the oldest cities in the world, discover the ancient trading routes through the 'Stan's' starting in the Turkmenistan capital, Ashgabat, which holds the Guinness world record for the most-white marble on Earth. We'll also stop off in splendored Old Registan in Uzbekistan. Once we reach Tajikistan there will be the chance to hike in the Fann Mountains and visit the tallest waterfall in the country before we drive along the spectacular Pamir Highway between Dushanbe and Osh. Our tour ends in the City of Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Kunye Urgench

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Kunye Urgench, Bukhara, Samarkand, Dushanbe, Osh

Duration30 days

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Tbilisi To Bishkek (54 Days)

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Beginning in the cosmopolitan and multicultural capital of Georgia, travel south through the Lower Caucasus to Yerevan. From here we will either enter Azerbaijan and cross the Caspian Sea to Turkmenistan, or, take the southern route through Iran. From Ashgabat we embark on a journey through The 'Stans', including a drive on the iconic Pamir Highway before ending at the foothills of High Asia in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. This overland adventure offers the very best of Central Asia: be it stunning mountain scenery, vast desert landscapes, or ancient historic sites, there is something for everyone. Note: The land borders to Azerbaijan are currently closed and so we cannot operate this trip via that route. Instead we are currently taking our Iranian route. We will make a final decision on which route each departure takes a few months before it leaves, based on the current situation with border closures, the schedules & reliability of the Caspian Sea ferries, and the regional security situation

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tbilisi, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Osh

Tbilisi, Bishkek, Dushanbe, Osh, Yerevan, Ashgabat, Kunye Urgench, Bukhara, Samarkand

Duration54 days

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Bishkek To Ashgabat (31 Days)

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Follow one of the world's most well renowned overland routes; the Silk Road, and the Pamir Highway. This expedition will take you through some of the oldest cities in the world, discover the ancient trading routes through the 'Stan's' including a stop in the oldest bazaar in Central Asia - Osh, and the futuristic capital, Ashgabat, which holds the Guinness world record for the most-white marble on Earth. During our route we will also drive the spectacular Pamir Highway, one of the highest road border crossings in the world. We will also have time to hike in the Fann Mountains and visit the tallest waterfall in Tajikistan before crossing into Uzbekistan to explore Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. The trip then finishes by visiting the gas crater in the desert in Turkmenistan before arriving in Ashgabat

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Hostel, Hotel

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Osh, Dushanbe

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Osh, Dushanbe, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva

Duration31 days

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Bishkek To Ashgabat (45 Days)

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Follow one of the world's most well renowned highways; the Silk Road. This fantastic expedition will take you through some of the oldest cities and ancient trading routes in the world, you will also discover the stunning scenery as you get off the beaten track and into the wilderness of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Home-stay, Resort, Hotel

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon

Ashgabat, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon National Park, Khiva, Issyk Kul, Osh, Dushanbe, Samarkand, Bukhara

Duration45 days

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Bishkek To Tbilisi (69 Days)

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Journey overland from the snow-capped peaks of High Asia and follow the path beaten by centuries of traders along the Silk Road through the heart of Central Asia to the edge of Europe and the foothills of the Caucasus. This varied adventure offers something for everyone with stunning alpine landscapes, vast deserts, countless historic sites and modern cosmopolitan cities, and throughout you can't avoid the cultural diversity that shows this region's importance as a global crossroads since time immemorial

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Home-stay, Hotel, Resort

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Tbilisi, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon

Tbilisi, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon National Park, Bukhara, Ashgabat, Turkmenbashi, Sheki, Yerevan, Issyk Kul, Osh, Dushanbe, Samarkand

Duration69 days

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Bishkek To Istanbul (83 days)

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Discover some of the oldest cities in the world steeped in history and legend, Samarkand in Uzbekistan to Baku - the largest City on the Caspian Sea or beautiful Esfahan in Iran, and on to Istanbul in Turkey. Travel through the legendary '5 Stans'. Experience the incredibly diverse landscapes from the barren desert in Turkmenistan to the high mountain passes and Pamir Highway in Tajikistan

Explorer

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Camping, Home-stay, Hotel, Resort

Age Range

1-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Istanbul, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon

Istanbul, Bishkek, Charyn Canyon National Park, Khiva, Ashgabat, Sheki, Yerevan, Tbilisi, Batumi, Cappadocia, Issyk-Kul Lake, Osh, Dushanbe, Samarkand, Bukhara

Duration83 days

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Dushanbe Explorer Trips 2025/2026

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15 Explorer Trips in Dushanbe

Journeys: Echoes of the Silk Road

Journeys: Through the Heart of the Stans

Istanbul To Singapore (26 Weeks)

Ashgabat To Beijing (67 Days)

Ashgabat To Bishkek (30 Days)

Tbilisi To Bishkek (54 Days)

Bishkek To Ashgabat (31 Days)

Bishkek To Ashgabat (45 Days)

Bishkek To Tbilisi (69 Days)

Bishkek To Istanbul (83 days)

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Dushanbe Explorer Trips 2025/2026

Design your own personalized Explorer trip to Dushanbe with help from a local expert.

15 Explorer Trips in Dushanbe

15 Explorer Trips in Dushanbe