Central Asia Adventure: Astana to Ashgabat
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Tour Overview
Set off on a 37-day adventure through all 5 stans of Central Asia – a region combining Silk Road history, Soviet influence and scenic landscapes. Journey from the shining capital of Astana to the whitewashed Ashgabat, taking your time to savour the different Stans along the way. Rub shoulders with locals in the bazaars, stay in traditional yurt camps and stand in front of the ever-burning crater – The Gates of Hell. Visit local homes, learn about the region’s history with your local leader by your side and take in the sweeping landscape changing from country to country.
Trip Code: KFSWC
Start
Astana
End
Ashgabat
Destination
Uzbekistan
Meals
35 breakfasts, 11 dinners
Transport
Private Vehical, Metro, Train, Overnight Train, Plane, 4X4
Accommodation
Guesthouse/Homestay (6 night), Hotel (24 nights), Yurt (4 nights), Overnight train (2 nights)
Days
37
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
16
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Learn about the Silk Road and its history. See the Registan in Samarkand, climb the ancient Panjakent City Wall and visit the UNESCO-protected town of Khiva.
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See the natural landscapes of this corner of the world. Travel through the vast Kazakh steppe, journey through the mountainous Kyrgyzstan to Issykul Lake and toast to the eternal flames of the Darvaza Crater.
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Connect with locals – discover traditional nomadic life in yurt stays, enjoy hearty home-cooked meals and chat with stall owners in local bazaars.
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Take an overnight train in Kazakhstan, explore the desert in Turkmenistan on a 4WD and experience life on the road like the locals do!
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Travel through all five Stans, each with its own character and turbulent historical events that shaped them into what they are today.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
35 breakfasts, 11 dinners
Transport
Private Vehical, Metro, Train, Overnight Train, Plane, 4X4
Accommodation
Guesthouse/Homestay (6 night), Hotel (24 nights), Yurt (4 nights), Overnight train (2 nights)
Included activities
- Astana - City tour
- Astana - Local Jewler Visit
- Turkistan – Caravan Serai complex
- Otrar - Ancient settlement
- Turkistan - Yasui Mausoleum
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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