Discover the Silk Road
This varied landscape is home to traditional villages, ancient towns and glorious cities with time worn trading routes. Vast armies, marauding Mongolian hordes, philosophers, explorers and traders have travelled these roads in times past. Visit Uzbekistan’s architecturally stunning cities of Bukhara, Khiva and Samarkand, see the canyons and lakes of Kazakhstan, the mountains and culture of Kyrgyzstan, the natural way of life in Tajikistan and the ancient desert city of Merv in Turkmenistan.
Lyndon Haddon
Your tour highlights
- The stunning and diverse landscapes of Kazakhstan
- Ancient mosques and Orthodox churches in Kyrgyzstan
- Wonderfully intricate architecture in Uzbekistan
- The biggest oriental bazaar in Central Asia at Payshanba, Tajikistan
- Follow in the footsteps of Tamerlane through the mighty cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Tashkent
- The history of the Karakum Desert in Turkmenistan
- Dzhety-Oguz Gorge in Kyrgyzstan
- Traditional cuisine, including regional specialties
made by locals in a yurt - Chat with exceptional artisans in Fergana
- See how the magnificent Khan Atlas silk is produced
- Vibrant markets and bazaars with fresh produce
and exquisite handicrafts - The medieval town of Khiva with its magnificent mosque
and caravanserai
Tour itinerary
Arrive Dubai, transfer to hotel and check-in for Day Room use. Optional Dubai city sightseeing later in the day before evening transfer to the airport for your flight to Almaty.
Arrive in the early hours and check into your hotel. Later this morning explore Almaty with its backdrop of the snowcapped Zailiysky Alatau. Visits include Zenkov Cathedral, Republic Square and Central Mosque. After some time at leisure, enjoy a traditional falconry experience with dinner and music. (D)
Drive to Charyn Canyon, a unique natural wonder formed around 12 million years ago. Picnic lunch before continuing to the Kolsai Lakes to check in to your simple guest house. (B,L,D)
Arrive at stunningly beautiful Kaindy Lake. Explore and enjoy lunch before returning to Almaty. (B,L,D)
Visit Kok-Tobe Hill on the outskirts of town for panoramic views over Almaty. This evening fly to Bishkek. (B,D)
Drive to Kajissay on the southern shores of Issyk-Kul Lake, stopping en route at the Burana Tower. (B,D)
Board a Military 4WD vehicle for the drive to Altyn Arashan gorge to visit the thermal wells. Return to Karakol for overnight. (B,D)
Drive along the northern shores of Issyk-Kul to Bishkek, visiting Ruh-Ordo historic centre in Cholpon-Ata en route. (B,D)
Morning flight to Osh for a short visit. Cross into Uzbekistan and drive to Fergana Valley. Local specialty dinner in a chayhana (tea room). (B,D)
What you’ll see on the tour
Tour pricing:
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$22,995 per person in a single room*
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Tour Inclusions:
- Economy class return airfares from Christchurch
- Accommodation in 4-star hotels (or best available)
- Transfers and transport by air, road and train as per itinerary
- Meals: 24 breakfasts (B), 4 lunches (L), 25 dinners (D)
- Sightseeing and excursions with local guide where applicable as per itinerary
- Admissions to all excursions
- Gratuities/tipping for all group activities
- Tour escort