Discover five Central Asian countries in one journey: Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan. This 14-day route starts in Tashkent and ends in Ashgabat, combining Silk Road cities, mountain landscapes, museums, bazaars, border crossings, night train travel and the famous Darvaza gas crater.
This tour is built for travelers who want to see the cultural and natural variety of Central Asia in a compact route: Uzbekistan’s heritage cities, Kyrgyzstan’s mountain scenery, Kazakhstan’s Almaty, Tajikistan’s Dushanbe and Iskandarkul, and Turkmenistan’s Ashgabat and desert crater.
Arrive in Tashkent. Welcome by guide, lunch and hotel check-in after 14:00. Visit the Applied Art Museum, Broadway, Amir Timur Square, Independence Square, bazaar or mall, and Magic City. Overnight in Tashkent.
Express train to Margilan. Visit Margilan Silk Factory, bazaar and Chontak teahouse. Continue to Kyrgyzstan through the Dustlik border. Check in at the hotel in Osh. Overnight in Osh.
Early trip to Chyyrchyk Resort with a short walk and panoramic photo stop. Return to Osh, lunch, flight to Bishkek, hotel check-in and dinner. Overnight in Bishkek.
Visit Ala Archa National Park, then continue sightseeing in Bishkek: Philharmonic, Manas Statue, Ala-Too Square, Monument of Independence, Old Square and TSUM shopping. Overnight in Bishkek.
Morning transfer to Almaty through the Kordai border. Almaty tour with Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, World War II Memorial and Green Bazaar. Dinner near Arbat Street. Overnight in Almaty.
Morning trip to Koktobe Hill for panoramic city and mountain views. Flight to Dushanbe by Somon Air or Air Astana. Visit Navruz Palace and the Antiquities Museum. Overnight in Dushanbe.
Visit Hissar Fortress and Old Madrassah, then return to Dushanbe for Rudaki Park, Somoni Statue, shopping and free time. Overnight in Dushanbe.
Transfer toward Penjikent with views of the Fan Mountains and Iskandarkul Lake. Cross the border, meet Uzbek driver and continue to Samarkand. Optional Registan 7D show. Overnight in Samarkand.
Visit Gur Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, No. 1 Plov Center, Siab Bazaar, Meros Paper Mill and carpet factory. Dinner and overnight in Samarkand.
Morning train to Bukhara. Old Bukhara walking tour with Miri-Arab Madrasah, Magoki-Attori Mosque, Ulugbek and Abdulaziz Khan madrasahs, Poi-Kalyon and Lyabi-Khauz. Overnight in Bukhara.
Free time in Bukhara until 11:00, transfer to Farab border, meet Turkmen guide and continue to Turkmenabat Railway Station. Night train to Ashgabat. Overnight in the cabin.
Arrival in Ashgabat. Visit the Spiritual Mosque, Monument of Neutrality and Independence Park. Lunch, hotel check-in, shopping time and dinner. Overnight in Ashgabat.
Visit Ashgabat National Museum of History, then transfer to the gas and water craters. Dinner near the crater. Accommodation at yurt camp or return transfer to Ashgabat hotel. Overnight near the crater or in Ashgabat.
Breakfast and free time. Optional tour to Akhal-Teke horse farm on request. Check-out and transfer to Ashgabat Airport for the departure flight. End of tour.
| Quantity | Budget Option | Tourist Option |
|---|---|---|
| 2 travelers | 2,990 USD p.p. | 3,180 USD p.p. |
| 3 travelers | 2,960 USD p.p. | 3,150 USD p.p. |
| 5 travelers | 2,940 USD p.p. | 3,130 USD p.p. |
| 7-8 travelers | 2,920 USD p.p. | 3,110 USD p.p. |
| 10 travelers | 2,899 USD p.p. | 3,190 USD p.p. |
| Single supplement | 420 USD | 550 USD |
| City | Budget 4* Hotels | Tourist 4* Hotels |
|---|---|---|
| Tashkent | Art Regency / Stars Plaza | Inspira S / Central Palace |
| Osh | Silkway / Sunrise | Grand Chavo / Shanghai |
| Bishkek | My Hotel / Salut | Plaza / Garden |
| Almaty | Saraichik / Alma | Kazzhol / Plaza |
| Dushanbe | Zara / Atlas BB | Atlas / Taj Palace |
| Samarkand | Meros Boutique / Hayat Plaza | Orient Star / Golden Samarkand |
| Bukhara | Meros / Iman | Sahid Zarafshon / Garden Plaza |
| Ashgabat | Sport | Archabil |
Spring and autumn are generally the most comfortable seasons across Central Asia. Kyrgyzstan is best for outdoor travel from June to September.
Visa rules differ by nationality and country. Turkmenistan requires an invitation letter, included in this package.
Flights, train times, border procedures and road conditions may affect the final schedule. The exact route is confirmed before booking.
Send your travel dates, number of travelers and preferred accommodation category. Guide Uz will confirm cross-border logistics, train and flight availability, visa requirements and final tour price.