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Ancient Silk Road Cities - The Five Stans

BM-43211
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23 days

Carbon neutral

Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
18 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
EasyLight physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Ends

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

Almaty, Kazakhstan

Highlights

Discover the five former Soviet Republics of Central Asia

Uncover the history and culture of the fabled Silk Road cities, Samarkand and Bukhara

Discover the ancient walled city of Khiva, a World Heritage Site

Enjoy the natural beauty of Iskanderkul Lake in the Fann Mountains

Marvel at Darvaza - one of the world’s more unusual sites in the Karakum Desert

Itinerary

Traverse the crossroads of history along the fabled Silk Road with the Ancient Silk Road Cities – The Five Stans tour, designed for experienced travelers and seniors. Over 23 days, journey through Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan—exploring everything from the marble city of Ashgabat and the blazing Darvaza Gas Crater to the blue-tiled splendors of Samarkand and the alpine beauty of Kyrgyzstan’s lakes. Highlights include immersive village stays, vibrant bazaars, and visits to UNESCO-listed wonders. The tour’s USP is its unparalleled breadth: five countries, countless cultures, and decades of local expertise, ensuring a seamless, authentic deep-dive into Central Asia’s legendary heritage.

Day 1Arrive in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Day 2Explore the Marble City of Ashgabat
Day 3Ashgabat & Darvaza Crater
Day 4Travel to Khiva Uzbekistan
Day 5In Khiva
Day 6To Bukhara
Day 7Discover the ancient city of Bukhara
Day 8Bukhara then on to Samarkand
Day 9The sights of Samarkand
Day 10Cross into Tajikistan, Seven Lakes, and onto Penjikent
Day 11Iskanderkul Lake walk, and onto Dushanbe
Day 12In Dushanbe
Day 13To Khujand
Day 14The Fergana Valley, Uzbekistan
Day 15Ancient Osh, Kyrgyzstan
Day 16To Arslanbob via Uzgen
Day 17To Sary-Chelek Lake
Day 18To Chychkan Gorge
Day 19Journey to Bishkek
Day 20To Almaty, Kazakhstan
Day 21Charyn Canyon
Day 22Highlights of Almaty
Day 23In Almaty, trip concludes
Ancient Silk Road Cities - The Five Stans

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What's Included

Accommodation
Simple local guesthouses & yurt camp on a multi-share basis (no single accommodation possible)
Meals
22 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 4 dinners
Guide
Expert bilingual guide (different in each country)
Others
Comfortable hotels on a twinshare basisLocal sightseeing and entrance fees as listed in itineraryPrivate air conditioned vehicles or train as listed in itineraryAirport transfers in Ashgabat and AlmatyEmergency medical kit

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