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The Three Stans of The Silk Road

15 days
From Bishkek to Samarkand
4.5
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Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Explore Bishkek's vibrant history and monuments
  • Learn felt carpet making in Kochkor village
  • Meet an Eagle Hunter at Lake Issyk Kul
  • Discover ancient instruments in Karakol town
  • Tour the historic city of Turkestan

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Bishkek and have an afternoon exploring the city
  2. Day 2 Visit Burana Tower. Attend a felt-making masterclass and have dinner at a family-run restaurant
  3. Day 3 Drive to Lake Issyk Kul to sleep in a yurt. Breadmaking in the evening
  4. Day 4 Explore Jety-Oguz Gorge. Learn about traditional musical instruments and drive on to Karakol for a city tour
  5. Day 5 Cross the border into Kazakhstan and explore Kolsai lake and nature park
  6. Day 6 Explore Charyn Canyon on foot before driving to Almaty
  7. Day 7 Tour the wide boulevards and green parks of Almaty. This evening catch the overnight train to Turkestan
  8. Day 8 Discover the city of Turkestan, Kazakhstan’s best-kept secret
  9. Day 9 Bid farewell to Kazakhstan and drive to the capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent
  10. Day 10 City tour of Tashkent and free time in the afternoon. Dinner at a traditional restaurant
  11. Day 11 Morning high-speed train to Bukhara, discover blue-tiled domes and minarets; learn about the city's history
  12. Day 12 Another day exploring Bukhara
  13. Day 13 Pottery workshop and meet local villagers nearby Bukhara; take bullet train to Samarkand
  14. Day 14 Guided tour of Samarkand’s magnificent mosques and mausoleums
  15. Day 15 Trip ends in Samarkand
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What's Included

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What's Not Included

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  • Insurance
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Where You'll Stay

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Number of tours

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Age Range

16 to 85 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Sue
    · December 9th, 2023
    The seven lakes in Tajikistan was interesting. The Charyn canyon, Reina Kench guesthouse in Kyrgyzstan was lovely....
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  • Sian
    · November 2nd, 2023
    Loved it all but the highlights were Samarkand (the great view from the hotel roof), the fort trip and the visit to...
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  • Jan
    · October 10th, 2023
    Good blend of city & rural sites.

Dates & Availability

15 days
The Three Stans of The Silk Road
From Bishkek to Samarkand

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 301926

  • Currencies
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    Kazakhstan
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    Som
    Kyrgyzstan
    UZS
    Uzbekistan Sum
    Uzbekistan
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, I. As a traveler from Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
    Type E
    Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
    Type F
    Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
    Type I
    Uzbekistan
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Kazakhstan. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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