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    Silk Road Expedition: 5 ‘Stans in 25 Days

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    25 days
    Central Asia
    Start: Bishkek End: Tashkent
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    Activity LevelEasy
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    Comfort of LivingStandard
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    Group Size2-8
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    Guide ServiceTour Leader + Local Expert Guides

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    Five Stans of Central Asia: Unforgettable Tour through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan

    🌍Travel Beyond Borders through Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan — a seamless, deeply human adventure across the Silk Road.

    This is not just a tour; it’s an immersion into the soul of Central Asia. Time slows down in the ancient walls of Samarkand and Bukhara, where blue domes shimmer with centuries of wisdom, and the vibrant bazaars hum with stories that have traveled through generations.

    Step into the streets once traversed by caravans, discover the majesty of mountains that cradle the heart of nomadic traditions , and behold desert horizons that glow under the twinkling stars . From the grandeur of architectural marvels to the simplicity of shared tea with locals, every moment uncovers a living tapestry of cultures, faiths, and deep human connections.

    This curated experience invites you to feel the pulse of history, where landscapes awaken your spirit, and every step reveals a new layer of the soul of Central Asia.

    Central Asia is not a destination — it’s a story. And now, it’s yours to explore.

    Highlights of the Five Stans Tour

    • Visiting the ancient cities of the Great Silk Road: Samarkand and Bukhara.
    • Exploring the majestic mountain landscapes of the Tien Shan and Pamir ranges.
    • Overnight stay in a traditional yurt camp—the highlight of the tour.
    • Journey through the Karakum Desert and visit the burning Darvaza Gas Crater.
    • Strolling along the picturesque lakes of Kyrgyzstan, such as Issyk-Kul.
    • Immersion in the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Central Asia.
    • Meeting local people and experiencing their daily lives.

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    Itinerary

    Day 1

    ✈ Bishkek

    Day 2

    Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek

    Day 3

    Bishkek - Chon Kemin

    Day 4

    Chon Kemin - Kok Moynak - Shatylu - Bokonbayevo - Kaji Say

    Day 5

    Kaji Say - Fairytale Canyon - Barskoon Gorge - Jeti Oguz - Karakol

    Day 6

    Karakol - BP Kegen - Charyn Canyon - Almaty

    Day 7

    Almaty - Kok Tobe - Medeo - Shymbulak - Almaty

    Day 8

    Almaty ✈ Dushanbe

    Day 9

    Dushanbe

    Day 10

    Dushanbe - Iskanderkul Lake - Penjikent

    Day 11

    Penjikent - Sarazm - BP Jartepa - Samarkand

    Day 12

    Samarkand

    Day 13

    Samarkand

    Day 14

    Samarkand - Shakhrisabz - Samarkand

    Day 15

    Samarkand - Bukhara

    Day 16

    Bukhara

    Day 17

    Bukhara

    Day 18

    Bukhara - BP farap - Turkmenabat ✈ Ashgabat

    Day 19

    Ashgabat - Merv - Mary - Ashgabat

    Day 20

    Ashgabat - Darwaza

    Day 21

    Darwaza - Kunya Urgench - BP Shavat - Khiva

    Day 22

    Khiva

    Day 23

    Khiva - Urgench ✈ Tashkent

    Day 24

    Tashkent

    Day 25

    Tashkent ✈

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    Inclusions

    accommodationAccommodation
    • Accommodation based on Double/ Twin bedroom at 3*
    transferTransfers
    • All transfer and transportation during the whole tour (according itinerary)
    guideGuide
    • Local English speaking certified guides
    ticketsTickets
    • Entrance tickets to sightseeings in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan
    • Train tickets Samarkand - Bukhara (Economy class)
    • Domestic Flights Turkmenabad - Ashgabat, Urgench - Tashkent (Economy class)
    visaVisa
    • Visa support (free of charge from Minzifa Travel) - arrangement of E-Visa (if needed)
    • All Taxes and VAT
    • Tourist fee
    mealsMeals
    • Breakfast at hotels, yurt camp
    • Meals: 2 Dinners at remote locations

    What is extra

    airway_ticketsAirways Tickets
    • International air tickets to the beginning / from the end of the Journey
    • International air tickets Almaty - Dushanbe
    additional_serviceTour taxes
    • Charges for additional service in hotels
    • Personal insurance
    • TIPS to guides and drivers
    • Camera/video fees during sightseeing
    • Personal beverage (alcohol, beer and so on)
    • Horseriding excursion in Chon Kemin
    • Dungan Dinner in Karakol
    mealsMeals
    • Lunches, Dinners not mentioned in the itinerary (at local teahouses and restaurants)
    infoPlease note that we use a local supplier for your arrival airport transfer, your driver may not speak English.

    Transport

    2 people
    Group Size1-2 people

    BYD crossover

    3-5 people
    Group Size3-5 people

    Hyundai Starex

    6-12 people
    Group Size6-12 people

    Mercedes Sprinter

    infoAt the customer's request, it is possible to upgrade the car class and add child seats.
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    Dates & availability

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    Dates

    Seats

    per person

    Aug 7, 2026 - Sep 1, 2026

    8 seats

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,740

    Aug 7 – Aug 31, 2026

    8 seats left

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,740

    Aug 17, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026

    8 seats

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,746

    Aug 17 – Sep 10, 2026

    8 seats left

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,746

    Sep 9, 2026 - Oct 4, 2026

    8 seats

    Best price

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,690

    Sep 9 – Oct 3, 2026

    8 seats left

    Best price

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,690

    Sep 18, 2026 - Oct 13, 2026

    8 seats

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,690

    Sep 18 – Oct 12, 2026

    8 seats left

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,690

    Oct 2, 2026 - Oct 27, 2026

    8 seats

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,690

    Oct 2 – Oct 26, 2026

    8 seats left

    USD$7,345

    USD$6,690

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