About the tour
Tour Type
Small Group
Max Group Size
12
Age Requirement
15 - 99 yrs
Operated In
English
Physical Rating
ModerateInvolves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
Highlights
Explore Central Asia – a fascinating mix of ancient Silk Road history, post-Soviet culture and redefined nations living in post-independence.
Learn about the Silk Road and its history at the Registan in Samarkand, the ancient Panjakent City Wall and the UNESCO-protected town of Khiva.
Take in the scenic views of Song Kol Lake and Issyk-kul Lake, where you may see flocks of sheep, goats and herds of horses with their nomadic herdsmen. Stay in a yurt camp nearby and live like the locals have for centuries in these traditional tents.
Spend a night with a local family in Turkmenistan. Be treated to traditional hospitality, gain an insight into the daily life of locals and feast on a delicious home-cooked lunch with a Tajik family.
Rub shoulders with locals and bargain in the bazaars. With your local leader by your side, you’ll learn what’s common and what’s different between these four stans.
Itinerary
Central Asia’s ancient wonders and stark beauty await on the "Bishkek to Ashgabat" tour—a 27-day overland city sightseeing journey weaving through Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. Traverse tranquil Son-Kol Lake, spot wildlife near Chychkan Gorge, and summit Sulumain-too Mountain in Osh, immersing yourself in landscapes as diverse as they are awe-inspiring.
Explore the blue-tiled mosques and historic streets of Samarkand, then journey into Turkmenistan for otherworldly moments at the ‘Gates of Hell’ and futuristic Ashgabat. Guided by local experts, you’ll uncover relics of the Silk Road, marvel at ancient cities, and meet welcoming communities that make the region unforgettable.
The defining feature of this trip is its rare, comprehensive access to a region few travelers know—uniting history, culture, and natural splendor over nearly a month. For those seeking a truly off-the-beaten-path adventure, this tour package opens the door to Central Asia’s most intriguing treasures.
Day 1Bishkek
Day 2Bishkek
Day 3Issyk-Kul Lake
Day 4Issyk-Kul Lake
Day 5Son-Köl
Day 6Kyzyl-Oi
Day 7Kök-Bel
Day 8Osh
Day 9Osh
Day 10Kokand
Day 11Kokand
Day 12Khujand
Day 13Panjakent
Day 14Samarkand
Day 15Samarkand
Day 16Tashkent
Day 17Tashkent
Day 18Tashkent
Day 19Khiva
Day 20Khiva
Day 21Darvaza
Day 22Nohur
Day 23Ashgabat
Day 24Ashgabat
Day 25Mary
Day 26Ashgabat
Day 27Ashgabat
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What's Included
Accommodation
Guesthouse/Homestay (3 night), Hotel (18 nights), Yurt (4 nights), Overnight train (1 night)
Meals
25 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches, 9 Dinners
Transport
Private Bus, Metro, Train, Overnight Train
Guide
An expert tour leader
Included Activities
Bishkek - City walking tourShamsy Valley - Burana towerDon Aryk - Kyrgyz family visit and home-cooked lunchIssyk-Kul Lake - Yurt workshopKochkor - MarketKochkor - Women's Felt Co-opKyzyl-Oi - Boorsok Cooking DemonstrationUzgen - Uzgen Minaret & ComplexOsh - Sulaiman-Too MountainOsh - National Historical and Archaeological Museum ComplexKokand - home cooked lunchKokand - Rishton ceramics workshop visitMargilan - Itak silk Factory visitKokand - Khudoyar Khan Palace MuseumKhujand - Jami MosquePanjakent - Ancient city wall & museumLake Marquzor - Tajik family visit with lunchSamarkand - Leader-led orientation walkSamarkand - Bibi-Khanym MosqueSamarkand - Registan SquareSamarkand - Shakh-I-ZindaSamarkand - Gur-e-Amir MausoleumSamarkand - Plov cooking demonstration & family visitTashkent - Chorsu BazaarTashkent - Khast Imom Complex & Moyie Mubarek Library MuseumTashkent - Amir Timur SquareTashkent - City tourTashkent - Metro tourKhiva - Islom Hoja Minaret & MedressaKhiva - Juma MosqueKhiva - Tosh-Hovli PalaceKhiva - Pahlavon Mahmud MausoleumKhiva - Kuhna ArkDarvaza - "Door to Hell" CraterYerbent - Village visitNohur - Village walking tourGeokdepe - Horse breeder visit with bread & snack cooking demostrationAshgabat - Anau ruinsAshgabat - Neutrality ArchAshgabat - Ertugrul Gazi MosqueAshgabat - City tourAshgabat - Nisa ruinsAshgabat - Russian BazaarMerv - Sultan Sanjar MausoleumMerv - Erk Kala & Gayur KalaMerv - Big & Small KizkalaMary - City tour
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