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Silk Road Expedition: 5 ‘Stans in 25 Days

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25 days
5 countries
Start: Bishkek End: Tashkent
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Type TourGroup tour
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Activity LevelEasy
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Comfort of LivingStandard
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ThemeSilk Road
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Group SizeUp to 12 travellers
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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.

Why you’ll love this Expedition

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Five Stans, One Epic Journey
Explore Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan on one unforgettable 25-day Silk Road adventure across Central Asia.
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Ancient Silk Road Cities
Discover the legendary cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, filled with majestic madrasas, blue-tiled domes, historic bazaars, and centuries of Silk Road heritage.
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Mountains, Canyons & Alpine Lakes
Experience the dramatic landscapes of the Tien Shan and Pamir Mountains, from the shores of Issyk-Kul to spectacular gorges and Charyn Canyon.
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Darvaza & Turkmenistan’s Desert Wonders
Journey across the Karakum Desert to the famous Darvaza Gas Crater and explore the ancient ruins of Merv and the striking marble capital of Ashgabat.
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From Steppe to Desert
Cross vast Kazakh steppes, Kyrgyz mountain valleys, Tajik highlands, and the dramatic Karakum Desert for an unforgettable journey through changing landscapes.
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Yurt Life & Central Asian Traditions
Stay in a traditional yurt camp, meet local people, enjoy authentic hospitality, and experience the nomadic traditions and everyday culture of Central Asia.

Journey Route

Start: Bishkek End: Tashkent

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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What’s Included

Accommodations

Accommodations

  • Accommodation based on Double/ Twin bedroom at 3*
Transfers

Transfers

  • All transfer and transportation during the whole tour (according itinerary)
Guide

Guide

  • Local English speaking certified guides
Tickets

Tickets

  • Entrance tickets to sightseeings in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan
  • Train tickets Samarkand - Bukhara (Economy class)
  • Domestic Flights Turkmenabad - Ashgabat, Urgench - Tashkent (Economy class)
Visa

Visa

  • Visa support (free of charge from Minzifa Travel) - arrangement of E-Visa (if needed)
Meals

Meals

  • Breakfast at hotels, yurt camp
  • Meals: 2 Dinners at remote locations
Other Inclusions

Other Inclusions

  • All Taxes and VAT
  • Tourist fee

What is extra

Airways Tickets

  • International air tickets to the beginning / from the end of the Journey
  • International air tickets Almaty - Dushanbe

Additional Service

  • 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

Meals

  • Lunches, Dinners not mentioned in the itinerary (at local teahouses and restaurants)
  • Dungan Dinner in Karakol
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Tried & Tested Itineraries

Tried & Tested Itineraries

Every route is refined to perfection. Our itineraries are crafted from years of experience.

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Comfortable Transfers

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