Highlights
Bargain your way through traditional bazaars.
Stay overnight in a local yurt camp.
Visit the desert community of Erbent.
Marvel at the Darvaza crater (known as the "Door to Hell").
See the city treasures of Ashgabat
Itinerary
Tick off two of Central Asia’s most compelling nations in one seamless adventure with the Best of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan tour. This 13-day journey, crafted for experienced travelers seeking both cultural depth and moderate activity, guides you from the lively streets of Tashkent to the architectural splendor of Ashgabat. Alongside visits to UNESCO-listed cities like Bukhara and Khiva, stand in awe at the surreal Darvaza gas crater—famously known as the Door to Hell. The trip expertly blends the thrill of exploring bustling bazaars and ornate mosques with the peace of natural landscapes, all under the guidance of a skilled Chief Experience Officer who ensures safety without sacrificing adventure. This small group tour includes all accommodations, meals, and transport, letting you focus on experiencing the rich history and vibrant cultures. The standout feature: guided access to destinations that are often challenging to visit independently, ensuring an enriching and worry-free exploration.
day 1Tashkent
Arrive at any time.
Welcome to the eclectic capital of Uzbekistan, where modern skyscrapers mix with Soviet-era architecture and mosaic mausoleums. There are no activities planned until the evening welcome meeting, so get out there and explore.
day 2Tashkent/Samarkand
day 3Samarkand
day 4Samarkand/Aydar Kŭl Camp
day 5Aydar Kŭl Camp/Bukhara
day 6Bukhara
day 7Bukhara/Khiva
day 8Khiva
day 9Khiva/Dashoguz
day 10Dashoguz/Darvaza
day 11Darvaza/Ashgabat
day 12Ashgabat
day 13Ashgabat
What's Included
Note: Allow USD295-385 for meals not included.
Customer Reviews
Excellent
Great tours in two very different and interesting countries. The CEO’s enhanced the overall experience and I would highly recommend this tour!
Excellent
Gorgeous locations, excellent guides, and a fantastic group to travel with. The food was amazing, the weather was perfect - couldn’t ask for a better trip!
Excellent
The tour was fantastic, the sites were amazing, the CEOs were exceptional and the pace was very good. All the group participants were very friendly and the camaraderie was probably the best ever experienced in all 10 of my "G" trips. Sadly, I made a mental error which led to the theft of my funds. I accept blame for that mistake, but do not accept the unethical behavior of the hotel staff. This will leave a sour memory of what otherwise was a truly wonderful tour.
Excellent
Exhilarating, exiting and fun! Meet so many great people.
Excellent
My first organised trip and I enjoyed it more than I expected to! This was mostly due to the guides and fellow members of the group being such nice people!
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