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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 – Khujand – Samarkand – Bukhara – Turkmenabat – Ashgabat
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 ancient Sughd.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival Tashkent International Airport
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 Xon 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, Khujand Transfer
After breakfast transfer to Almaty Airport to take flight to Tashkent. Upon arrival lunch at Central Asian Pilaf Center ‘Beshqozon’. Drive along Tashkent region, stop at Tashkent Lake, continue driving through Oybek Border to Tajikistan's ancient city Khujand where The Palace of Alexander The Great settled in 3rd Century BC.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Khujand Deluxe Hotel
Day 8: Khujand Guided Tour, Tashkent Transfer
After breakfast, we will start the day by driving city tour and visit Khujand Fortress, Historical Museum of Sughd, Sheikh Muslihiddin Mausoleum, Panjshanbe Bazaar, Kamoli Khujandi Park. Drive back to Tashkent.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Xon Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 9: Tashkent Guided Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. 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. Tashkent TV Tower.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Xon Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 10: Tashkent - Samarkand Transfer, Guided Tour
After breakfast, we will take the train to Samarkand - iconic city of Uzbekistan. Upon arrival lunch at Samarkand's famous Pilaf Center. Half day city tour in Samarkand. Visit Registan Square, Siyab Bazaar, Gure Emir.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Diyor Hotel
Day 11: Samarkand - Bukhara Transfer, Guided Tour
After breakfast at hotel, we will take the train to Bukhara. City tour in Bukhara. Visit Kalon Mosque and Minaret, Kalon Mosque, Mir Arab Madrassah and Silk Road Bazaar. Lyabi Hauz Complex. Nodir Devonbegi Madrassah.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Bahor Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 12: Bukhara - Turkmenabat - Ashgabat Flight, Guided Tour After having breakfast, drive to Turkmenabat through Farab Border, upon arrival flight to Ashgabat. Half day city tour in Ashgabat, visit Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Health Road.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Sport Hotel
Day 13: Ashgabat (Optional Visit to Gas Crater or Old Nisa)
Breakfast at the hotel. Optional excursion to Darvaza Gas Crater or 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.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Sport Hotel
Day 14: Departure Ashgabat International Airport
Breakfast at the hotel. Free and easy. Transfer to Ashgabat 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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