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4 Stans Grand Tour: 16-Day Central Asia Expedition

  • Starting From SGD $ 6362.00
  • 16D | 15N

This ultimate 16-day journey spans four countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan.

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.

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Tour Highlights

4 Stans Grand Tour: 16-Day Central Asia Expedition

Discover the natural wonders of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, such as Charyn Canyon and meeting a local Eagle Hunter

4 Stans Grand Tour: 16-Day Central Asia Expedition

Explore the ancient Silk Road cities of Samarkand and Bukhara, including the iconic Registan Square

4 Stans Grand Tour: 16-Day Central Asia Expedition

Witness the eternal flames of the Darvaza Gas Crater aka The Gates of Hell, and stay in a Yurt Camp in Turkmenistan

Tour Destinations

(Embarkation)

  • Turkmenistan
  • Uzbekistan
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Kazakhstan
DESTINATIONS
Day 01: Arrival in Almaty
Day 01: Arrival in Almaty

Arrive at Almaty International Airport. Meet your guide, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy a welcome dinner and trip briefing

Highlights: Welcome Dinner & Briefing

Meals: Dinner

Day 02: Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Saty Village
Day 02: Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Saty Village

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: Explore the ancient ash tree grove

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 03: Saty Village - Kaiyndy Lake - Karakol
Day 03: Saty Village - Kaiyndy Lake - Karakol

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: Marvel at Kaiyndy Lake (Sunken Forest)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04: Karakol - Jeti Oguz Gorge - Issyk-Kul
Day 04: Karakol - Jeti Oguz Gorge - Issyk-Kul

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: Eagle Hunter Encounter

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 05: Bokonbaeva to Chon-Kemin Valley
Day 05: Bokonbaeva to Chon-Kemin Valley

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: Horseback Riding & Canyon Hike

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 06: Chon-Kemin - Burana Tower - Bishkek
Day 06: Chon-Kemin - Burana Tower - Bishkek

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: Burana Tower & Bishkek City

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 07: Bishkek to Tashkent
Day 07: Bishkek to Tashkent

Morning trip to Ala Archa Gorge for light hiking. Return for lunch. Transfer to Manas International Airport for a flight to Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

Highlights: Ala Archa Gorge & Flight

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 08: Tashkent City Tour
Day 08: Tashkent City Tour

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: Oldest Quran & Chorsu Bazaar

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 09: Samarkand City
Day 09: Samarkand City

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: Registan Square

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 10: Bukhara Discovery
Day 10: Bukhara Discovery

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: Kalyan Minaret & Ark Citadel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 11: Journey to Mary, Turkmenistan
Day 11: Journey to Mary, Turkmenistan

Drive towards the historical town of Mary. Cross the Farap border control. After lunch, continue 280km to Mary. Check into the Margush Hotel

Highlights: Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan Border

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 12: Ancient Merv and Mary
Day 12: Ancient Merv and Mary

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: Ancient City of Merv

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 13: Exploring Ashgabat
Day 13: Exploring Ashgabat

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: Arch of Neutrality

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: The Gates of Hell
Day 14: The Gates of Hell

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: Darvaza Gas Crater

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Final Moments in Ashgabat
Day 15: Final Moments in Ashgabat

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: Sunrise at Darvaza & Farewell

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 16: Departure
Day 16: Departure

Transfer to Ashgabat's airport for your departure flight.

Highlights: Transfer from hotel to airport

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Tour Prices

Discover our competitive tour package prices per person (per pax) in the table below.

These prices vary based on your chosen hotel type and room type, ensuring flexibility to meet your needs.

However, we understand that your travel preferences may go beyond the options provided. That's why we encourage you to reach out to our dedicated team. Whether you have specific inquiries, desire alternative room types, or seek a customised package, we're here to assist you.

Hotel Type Room Type No. of Pax Price Per Pax
4 ★ Twin sharing 2 SGD $ 6362.00
Twin sharing = 2 pax in one room Single add on = Addition for 3rd person to join the Twin sharing room
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  • 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

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