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Best of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan

BM-18969
4.7Based on
13 days

Carbon neutral

Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
16
Age Requirement
12 - 100 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Ends

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

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
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
Best of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan

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What's Included

Accommodation
Hotels (10 nts), yurt (2 nts).
Meals
12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD295-385 for meals not included.
Transport
Private vehicle, walking.
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Included activities
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Aydar Kŭl CampAmir Timur Mausoleum VisitSamarkand City TourShaki Zinda complex, the bazaar, Bibi Khanum, and Registan SquareFree time in SamarkandChashma Complex and Holy Spring VisitFortress of Alexander the Great VisitAidarkul LakeAuthentic Uzbekistan dinnerEvening Kazakh singing showOvernight in a YurtFree time in BukharaBukhara City Guided TourUNESCO-listed Khiva Ancient City ExplorationFree time in KhivaUNESCO World Heritage Site Kunya UrgenchGuided tour of Dashoguz CityGorogly MonumentDashoguz Wedding hallKara-Kum desertFiery Darvaza gas crater, "Gates of Hell”Mud Crater VisitSand Dunes of Karakum DesertAshgabat City TourMonument of IndependenceNational Museum of History and EthnographyArch of NeutralityGulistan marketAncient Settlement of NisaFree time in Ashgabat

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Customer Reviews

4.7

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SusanOn Sep 29, 2024

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!

PhetcharatOn Sep 11, 2024

Excellent

Great trip lot of useful informations .

DeniseOn May 8, 2024

Excellent

Again, G Adventures met out expectations of an affordable but great cultural experience in a place of the world totally new to us. We will be sure to book with them again.

ThuOn May 2, 2024

Excellent

The trip is beyond my expectations. Everything were perfect.

Angelo TorrisiOn Sep 11, 2023

Trip in central Asia

I have visited 45 countries alone or with various tour agencies and I have found this travel specialist to be the best for : organization, services, hotels transports, guides.

Antonio PerryOn Jun 23, 2023

Antonio R.On Jun 22, 2023

Very Good

I loved the experience. Great travel buddies and good guides

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