Overview
The tour blends wild landscapes (like Kaiyndy Lake) and nomadic culture with the Silk Road cities and the capital of Ashgabat.
The trip concludes with an unforgettable visit to Turkmenistan's burning Darvaza Gas Crater.
Highlights
Perks Included
- Flights
- Hotels
- Meals
- Transfers
Destinations
This package (10D | 9N) takes you through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan in Uzbekistan. Each stop includes a short place guide and live weather; the map shows straight-line distances between cities.
- Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan, officially the Kyrgyz Republic, formerly known as Kirghizia, is a landlocked country in the eastern regions of Central Asia, lying in the Tian Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to the east and southeast. Kyrgyzstan's capital and largest city is Bishkek which lies on the northern border with Kazakhstan. Ethnic Kyrgyz make up the majority of the country's over 7.4 million people, followed by significant…
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- Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan, officially the Republic of Uzbekistan, is a doubly landlocked country located in Central Asia. It is bordered by Kazakhstan to the north, Kyrgyzstan to the northeast, Tajikistan to the southeast, Afghanistan to the south, and Turkmenistan to the southwest. It is one of the only 2 doubly landlocked countries in the world, with the other being Liechtenstein. The country has a population of more than 38.2 million, making it the most populous Central Asian republic. Uzbekistan is a member of the…
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- Turkmenistan (End)
Turkmenistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia, bordered by Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to the north, Afghanistan to the southeast, Iran to the south and southwest, and the Caspian Sea to the west. It is one of six independent Turkic states. Ashgabat is the capital and largest city. With over 7 million people, Turkmenistan is the 35th most-populous country in Asia and has the lowest population of the Central Asian republics while being one of the most sparsely populated nations located on the Asian continent.
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Itinerary
Highlights: Welcome Dinner & Briefing
Meals: Dinner
- Arrive at Almaty International Airport. Meet your guide, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy a welcome dinner and trip briefing
Highlights: Explore the ancient ash tree grove
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Early departure to Charyn Canyon. Explore the stunning rock formations of the "Valley of Castles" and the ancient ash tree grove. Includes a picnic lunch and guided hike. Continue to Saty village.
Highlights: Marvel at Kaiyndy Lake (Sunken Forest)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Drive 1 hour to Kaiyndy Lake. Ride in a UAZ off-road vehicle and enjoy a 30-to 40-minute hike to the sunken forest. Transfer to the Kazakh-Kyrgyz border and drive to Karakol.
Highlights: Eagle Hunter Encounter
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Visit Prejevalsky museum, Orthodox Church, and Dungan Mosque. Drive to Jeti Oguz Gorge for a hike. Continue to Bokonbaeva village on Lake Issyk-Kul's southern shore to meet a local eagle hunter.
Highlights: Horseback Riding & Canyon Hike
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Depart for Chon-Kemin Valley, stopping at Boom Gorge for lunch. Explore Kok Moinok Canyon and arrive in Chon-Kemin for a 1-hour horseback ride.
Highlights: Burana Tower & Bishkek City
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Drive to Bishkek. En route visit the 10th-century Burana Tower. Lunch in Bishkek, followed by city sightseeing: Ala-Too Square, Oak Park, and Victory Monument.
Highlights: Ala Archa Gorge & Flight
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Morning trip to Ala Archa Gorge for light hiking. Return for lunch. Transfer to Manas International Airport for a flight to Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Highlights: Oldest Quran & Chorsu Bazaar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Explore Old Tashkent: Barak-Khan Madrasah, Tillya Sheikh Mosque, and the Library of Eastern Manuscripts (home to the world's oldest Quran). Visit the lively Chorsu Bazaar. Tour the modern city via metro.
Highlights: Registan Square
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Take a 2-hour high-speed train to Samarkand. Visit the Gur-Emir Mausoleum and the iconic Registan Square. Explore Siyab Bazaar, Bibi-Khanym Palace, Ulugbek Observatory, and the Shahi Zinda complex.
Highlights: Kalyan Minaret & Ark Citadel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Board the high-speed train for a 2-hour ride to Bukhara. Visit the Kalyan Minaret ("Tower of Death"), Chor Minor, and Lyabi Hauz. Tour the massive Ark Citadel and the city's trading domes.
Highlights: Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Border
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Drive towards the historical town of Mary. Cross the Farap border control. After lunch, continue 280km to Mary. Check into the Margush Hotel
Highlights: Ancient City of Merv
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Excursion to Mary and the ancient city of Merv, which was a key centre along the Great Silk Road in the 6th century BCE. Explore ancient city walls, palaces, and mosques. After lunch, take a quick flight from Mary to Ashgabat.
Highlights: Arch of Neutrality
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Explore Ashgabat, starting with Independence Park and the National Museum. Visit the Arch of Neutrality (with the golden statue). After lunch, see the Wedding Palace, Earthquake Memorial, and Ertugrul Gazi Mosque.
Highlights: Darvaza Gas Crater
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Embark on a desert road trip toward the Darvaza gas crater aka The Gates of Hell. Check into an authentic Yurt Camp next to the crater. Watch the burning crater at sunset.
Highlights: Sunrise at Darvaza & Farewell
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Watch the sunrise over the Darvaza gas crater. Journey back to Ashgabat after lunch. Check into the hotel and enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Highlights: Transfer from hotel to airport
- Transfer to Ashgabat's airport for your departure flight.
Inclusions
- Transportation as mentioned in the itinerary
- English Speaking guide
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Transport to Kaiyndy Lake starting point by Russian car 4WD vehicle
- Eagle Hunting and Carpet Show
- Horse riding in Chon-Kemin Valley
- Entrance fees to attractions and sites
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Domestic flights and flights between countries: Bishkek - Tashkent; Mary – Ashgabat
- Visa voucher and LOI(Letter of invitation) for Turkmenistan
Exclusions
- International airfare from Ashgabat on day 16
- Optional activities
- Travel Insurance
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Visa sticker at the border to Turkmenistan
- Migration Tax
- Fee for using cameras in monuments
- Early Check-in
FAQ
- Transportation as mentioned in the itinerary
- English Speaking guide
- Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Transport to Kaiyndy Lake starting point by Russian car 4WD vehicle
- Eagle Hunting and Carpet Show
- Horse riding in Chon-Kemin Valley
- Entrance fees to attractions and sites
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Domestic flights and flights between countries: Bishkek - Tashkent; Mary – Ashgabat
- Visa voucher and LOI(Letter of invitation) for Turkmenistan
- International airfare from Ashgabat on day 16
- Optional activities
- Travel Insurance
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Visa sticker at the border to Turkmenistan
- Migration Tax
- Fee for using cameras in monuments
- Early Check-in
16D | 15N
16 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.



