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Name: The Great Silk Road
Type: Group / Private / Easy Pace
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Countries: Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan
Itinerary: Tashkent – Bishkek – Karakol – Almaty – Bukhara – Turkmenabat – Ashgabat – Samarkand – Panjikent – Tashkent
Language: Fully escorted by an English-speaking guide
Description: This journey explores the cultural and natural highlights of Central Asia, following the ancient Silk Road across five countries. Travel through Uzbekistan’s historic cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Tashkent, rich in architectural heritage and local traditions. Continue to the dramatic mountain landscapes of Kyrgyzstan, featuring alpine lakes, green valleys, and the striking Seven Bulls Gorge. Discover Kazakhstan’s vast steppes, nomadic culture, and modern urban centers, with opportunities for cultural and outdoor experiences. Explore Turkmenistan’s deserts and historic trade routes, including a visit to the iconic Darvaza Gas Crater. Conclude in Tajikistan, experiencing the natural beauty and cultural depth of the Seven Lakes region
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival - Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport. Our representative will meet you with welcoming drinks and transfer to hotel. Free and easy.
Meals: X / X / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Sote Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 2: Tashkent - Bishkek Flight
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel transfer to the airport to take flight to Bishek. Lunch at a local cafe. Start city tour in Bishkek, capital city of Kyrgyzstan - visit Independence Square, Alatau Square, TSUM. Transfer to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Plaza Hotel Bishkek (www.plazahotel.kg)
Day 3: Bishkek - Issyk Kol Transfer
After breakfast, optionally continue city tour in Bishkek, we will drive towards along the south bank of Issyk-Kul Lake. Lunch at Qattama Center - try the best of Kyrgyzstan fresh cheese and milk products by locals, real shepherd’s meal which is named Qattama. Continue driving to the Issyk Kol Lake, overnight at Yurt Camp.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Yurt Camp Resort
Day 4: Issyk Kol - Karakol Transfer
Breakfast at the Yurt and start driving to Karakol. On the way we will pass through “Skazka” (Fairy Tale) Canyon to see the magnificent Danxia landscape, where the rocks of various shapes appear in a breathtaking variety of colors. Continue the tour to the most beautiful gorges in Kyrgyzstan, Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Canyon) and the "Broken Heart" Gorge. Visiting the Russian Orthodox Church and Dungan Mosque.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Nomad Hotel (www.instagram.com/nomadhotel.kg)
Day 5: Karakol - Almaty Transfer (Kegen Border)
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Almaty city of Kazakhstan. Cross Kyrgyzstan-Kazakhstan border checkpoint. Then drive to Charyn Canyon to enjoy the most beautiful scenery of the nature.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Kazakhstan Hotel (www.kazakhstanhotel.kz)
Day 6: Almaty Guided Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Start city tour in Almaty, Abay Square and Kok Tobe Hill (optional), Zeleniy Bazaar, Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral. Optional visit to Big Almaty Lake.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Kazakhstan Hotel (www.kazakhstanhotel.kz)
Day 7: Almaty - Tashkent Flight
After breakfast transfer to Almaty Airport to take flight to Tashkent. Upon arrival lunch at Central Asian Pilaf Center ‘Beshqozon’. Start city tour in Tashkent: visit Shahid’s Square, Amir Temur Square, Independence Hall, Tashkent Broadway, Tashkent Metro – 1978 Year Soviet-made subway is unique public transport.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Sote Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 8: Tashkent - Bukhara Train Ride
After breakfast, we will take train to Bukhara. Upon arrival lunch at a local cafe. Half day city tour in Bukhara, visit Kalon Mosque and Minaret, Mir Arab Madrassah and Silk Road Bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Bahor Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 9: Bukhara - Turkmenabat Transfer (Farab Border)
After breakfast at hotel half day city tour in Bukhara. Lunch at local café and drive to Farap-Alat border to get to Turkmenabat. Upon arrival optional city tour, Alamberdar Mausoleum, Amul Settlement, Astana-baba Mausoleum, Dayakhatyn Caravanserai, Idris-baba Madrasa, Turkmenabat Museum.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Yupek Yoly Hotel
Day 10: Turkmenabat - Ashgabat Flight, Day Tour to Derweze
After having breakfast, flight to Ashgabat. City tour in Ashgabat, optional day tour to Darvaza Gas Crater.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Sport Hotel
Day 11: Ashgabat - Turkmenabat Flight - Bukhara Transfer
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Health Road. Optional excursion to Old Nisa - one of the first capitals of the Parthian Empire, which is among the largest state entities of the ancient world, en route cover Turkmenbashi Ruhy. Afternoon, take flight back to Turkmenabat. Cross Farap-Alat border to get to Bukhara.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Bahor Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 12: Bukhara - Panjikent Transfer (Jartepa Border)
After breakfast transfer to Panjikent. Along the highway stop at Navoiy region of Uzbekistan to try the best of plov at Ming Chinor café. Cross Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border. Upon arrival start driving city tour in Panjikent.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Panjakent Plaza Hotel
Day 13: Panjikent - Samarkand Transfer
After breakfast, drive along a winding gorge in the Fann Mountains, Seven Lakes, where each stretch of its meandering road leads to a new lake. Each lake has its own color, varying from calming turquoise to mesmerizing purple. Drive back to Samarkand.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Amar Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 14: Samarkand - Tashkent - Airport
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Samarkand train station to get to Tashkent. In the afternoon visit one stop shopping center Chorsu Bazaar. Free and easy. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport!
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / X
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE:
2-4 travelers - 3966USD Per Person
4-8 travelers - 3599USD Per Person
8-12 travelers - 3299USD Per Person
12-16 travelers - 2825USD Per Person
Single Supplement - 475USD
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Domestic airfares as per program;
All transfers from/to airport/train station;
Air-conditioned comfort tour vehicle (Bus; Van; Jeep);
Tickets for Afrosiyob or Sharq train rides;
Accommodation throughout the tour;
Daily breakfasts at all accommodations;
Daily lunches at local cafes;
Daily dinners at local cafes;
1 Special Dinner with Local Dance Performance;
Live Golden Eagle Hunting Show Demonstration;
1 Special Pilaf Lunch at Biggest Plov Center;
Limitless Stops at picturesque locations along the route;
Experienced tour guide in all cities;
Visa Support (if applicable);
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
International airfares;
Entrance tickets;
Visa costs (if applicable);
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