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Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent

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23 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Learn about the diverse cultures of Central Asia.

Soak in the scenic beauty of mountains and deserts.

Connect with the locals during community village and yurt stays.

Marvel at colourful mosaic buildings

Itinerary

Ever wondered what it’s like to traverse the legendary Silk Road? The "Multi-Stan Adventure – Bishkek to Tashkent" is a 23-day sightseeing tour that unveils the best of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, guiding you through Bishkek, Aydar Kŭl, Almaty, Samarkand, and 13 other captivating destinations.

This immersive journey lets you experience Central Asia’s famed hospitality, staying in homestays and traditional yurts, and exploring mountain and desert landscapes rarely seen by tourists. Roam Tashkent at your leisure, marvel at centuries-old architecture, and savor the region’s unique cultural blend. With an expert guide and a group of adventurous travelers, you’ll discover why this off-the-beaten-path region is so beloved by those who visit.

USP: The rare chance to cross off an entire, often-overlooked region from your travel list, packed with authentic cultural interactions and breathtaking scenery.

day 1Bishkek

Arrive at any time.
Welcome to Kyrgyzstan's artsy capital and cultural hub, situated at the base of the Tian Shan mountain range. There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting, so get out there and explore!

Accomodation
Grand Hotel Bishkek (or similar)
Included Activity
Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Bishkek/Chon Kemin

day 3Chong-Kemin/Song Kul

day 4Song Kul/Tamga

day 5Tamga/Karakol

day 6Karakol/Saty Village

day 7Saty Village/Almaty

day 8Almaty

day 9Almaty/Dushanbe

day 10Dushanbe/Kuli Iskandarkul/ Ghazza Village

day 11Ghazza

day 12Ghazza/Khujand

day 13Khujand/Tashkent

day 14Tashkent

day 15Tashkent/Samarkand

day 16Samarkand

day 17Samarkand/Aydar Kŭl Camp

day 18Aydar Kŭl Camp/Bukhara

day 19Bukhara

day 20Bukhara/Khiva

day 21Khiva

day 22Khiva/Tashkent

day 23Tashkent

What's Included

Accommodation
Standard hotels/guest-houses (19 nts), yurts (2 nts, multishare up to 4 people per yurt), homestay (1nt, twinshare).
Meals
22 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners
Note: Allow USD490-640 for meals not included.Home-cooked traditional dinner
Transport
Private vehicles, plane, train, walking.
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Yurt Building Demonstration, BarskoonYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group, BishkekYour Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Song KölYour Local Living Moment: Tamga Village Stay, TamgaYour Local Living Moment: Community Guesthouse, GhazzaYour Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Aydar Kŭl CampBishkek City TourBurana TowerOvernight in a YurtFree time in Chong-KeminSong Kul LakeLunch with Local Family in KochkorSkazka "Fairytale" CanyonTamga Village StayYurt Building DemonstrationJety Oguz & the Seven BullsKarakol City TourRussian Orthodox CathedralDungan mosqueSaty Village Stay4x4 ride to Kaindy LakeCharyn CanyonAlmaty City TourIndependence Square, Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov's ParkWWII memorialFree time in AlmatyDushanbe City tourAlexander the Great's lakeHike to Iskander Darya waterfallFann MountainsVoru Village Hike and BlacksmithFree time in Ghazza VillageIstaravshan Mosque and Lenin Bust visitKhujand City TourMuseum of SughdMausoleum of Sheik MuslekheddinKhujand marketAmir 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 KhivaTashkent Guided City TourFree time in Tashkent

Customer Reviews

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Sylvia CVerified Traveler
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Excellent

Very impressed and exceeded our expectations. Great group of like minded people that were on our tour and we all got on so well. With ages spanning over 30 years that’s a pretty pleasing result!!

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Neal CVerified Traveler
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Excellent

I will upon returning home be recommending your company and in particular this trip the small group was perfect

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Anna MVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

This was a great trip! Fantastic mix of landscapes, adventure, culture, shopping and architecture. 100% would recommend it

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Johanna FVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

There was never a dull moment during our tour. Kirgistan and Kasachstan impressed with their beautiful nature, and Tadjikistan and especially Uzbekistan with their history and cities. Our CEOs made the whole experience even better. A great trip to see what central asia has to offer.

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LindaVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent

Excellent

The Stans are a beautiful part of the world with so much history and culture that most of the world is unaware of. I would recommend this trip to anyone looking for raw beauty and diverse cultures.

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