Original
Explorer
Astana to Tashkent
26 Days | Enjoy a unique exploration of Central Asia, across the vast nations of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
5
Excellent
circle5 reviews
location_on 26 days
location_on
Start
Astana, Kazakhstan
location_on
Finish
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
tour
Trip Code
KFSKC
how_to_reg
Min Age
16
diversity_3
Trip Size
1 - 12
trending_up
Physical Rating
restaurant_menu
Meals
25 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 10 dinners
airport_shuttle
Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Train, High Speed Train, Local Train, Metro, Overnight Sleeper Train, 4X4 Jeep
bed
Accommodation
Hotel (17 nights), Overnight Train (1 night), Homestay/Guesthouse (4 nights), Yurt (3 nights)
From £5,264(26 days)
Trip Informations
Beginning in the futuristic cityscapes of Astana, join us on this exploration from mighty Kazakhstan to mountainous Kyrgyzstan and history packed Uzbekistan. From the ancient city of Turkistan and the Silk Road ruins of Sayram and Otrar, the sights along the way are unlike anywhere else on earth. Take in the tranquil landscape of Son-Kol Lake, see Solomon's Throne in historic Osh, and get your fill of mosques and museums in Samarkand and Bukhara. Abounding with ancient culture, divine natural beauty and intriguing relics this is a journey that will leave you eager to discover more of Central Asia.
Why you’ll love this trip
verified
Central Asia is a fascinating and unique mix of ancient Silk Road culture, Soviet influence and striving to redefine nations post independence. Geographically and for a time historically, it is the real centre of Asia
verified
The much-photographed Registan in Samarkand is one of the true pinnacles of Islamic architecture. You'll be wowed by the scale, grandeur and beauty of the monuments to iconic figures such as Tamerlane and the Persian influenced madressas, mosques and mausoleums.
verified
Kyrgyzstan's mountains are its monuments and its majesty. The landscapes here will stay with you long after the journey is over.
verified
Marvel at the beautiful Song Kol Lake & Issyk-kul Lake, where in mid-summer you may see flocks of sheep, goats and herds of horses watched over by nomadic herdsmen and their families. Stay in a yurt camp at the shore and live like the locals have for centuries in these portable, felt lined traditional tents.
verified
Experience for yourself the legend that is Central Asian hospitality – there's really nothing like being welcomed into a local home or yurt for a meal, chatting with stall holders at bazaars or simply marvelling at the sights alongside locals
Is this trip right for you?
verified
This trip takes you way off the tourist trail to explore just some of the vastness that is Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. If you want to be far, far away from everywhere – and from anything you've experienced before – this trip is for you.
verified
Be prepared to experience the full legacy of the Soviet era – not just in the sights and history, but also in the standards of accommodation and service! In other words, while you’ll be comfortable, don’t expect luxury.
verified
In true adventure style, the trip involves some long travel days by private vehicle and trains. While tiring, this is a great opportunity to sit back, unwind and let the sweeping views roll by.
verified
Accommodation may on occassion be more basic than what you are used to in homestays, guesthouses and yurt stay. Shower and toilet facilities will be limited in some places and non existant in others. While the comfort level won't always be high, the rewards of living in true local style in this far-out part of the world are immeasurable.
verified
This is an overland journey, so there will be some very long days of travelling and driving, often over rough terrain. This can be tiring at times and will require a great deal of patience at others, especially at border crossings. The vehicle size can be rather compact when the group is almost full. This is to enable us to travel to small villages where the general road condition doesn't allow big buses. We find this is a great way for the group to bond and share an amazing journey together and there will be stops along the way to take photos and stretch your legs too.
Itinerary
- DAY 1Astana
- DAY 2Astana
- DAY 3Turkistan
- DAY 4Turkistan/ Overnight Train
- DAY 5Almaty
- DAY 6Almaty
- DAY 7Kolsay Lakes National Park
- DAY 8Kolsay Lakes National Park
- DAY 9Almaty
- DAY 10Almaty/Bishkek
- DAY 11Bishkek
- DAY 12Issyk-Kul Lake
- DAY 13Issyk-Kul Lake
- DAY 14Song-Kol Lake (3016 metres)
- DAY 15Kyzyl-Oi
- DAY 16Suusamyr Valley/Chychkan River/Karakul
- DAY 17Osh
- DAY 18Osh
- DAY 19Border Crossing/Andijan/Tashkent
- DAY 20Tashkent
- DAY 21Bukhara
- DAY 22Bukhara
- DAY 23Samarkand
- DAY 24Samarkand
- DAY 25Tashkent
- DAY 26Tashkent
Inclusions
restaurant_menu Meals
25 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 10 dinners
airport_shuttle Transport
Private vehicle, Plane, Train, High Speed Train, Local Train, Metro, Overnight Sleeper Train, 4X4 Jeep
bed Accommodation
Hotel (17 nights), Overnight Train (1 night), Homestay/Guesthouse (4 nights), Yurt (3 nights)
festival Activities
circleAstana - City tour
circleTurkistan – Caravan Serai complex
circleOtrar - Ancient settlement
circleTurkistan - Yasui Mausoleum
circleAlmaty – Winery visit and wine tasting
circleAlmaty – Turgen Gorge
circleAlmaty – Lake Issyk
circleAlmaty - Zenkov Cathedral
circleAlmaty - Panfilov Park
circleAlmaty - Kok Tobe Hill
circleAlmaty - Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments
circleCharyn Canyon - National Park
circleKolsay Lakes National Park - Hiking
circleAlmaty - Medeu
circleBishkek - City walkint tour
circleShamsy Valley - Burana tower
circleDon Aryk - Kyrgyz family visit and home-cooked lunch
circleIssyk-Kul Lake - Yurt workshop
circleIssyk-Kul Lake - Eagle Hunter Visit
circleUzgen - Uzgen Minaret & Complex
circleOsh - Sulaiman-Too Mountain
circleOsh - National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex
circleTashkent - Chorsu Bazaar
circleTashkent - Amir Timur Square
circleBukhara - Sitorai Mohi Hosa Palace
circleBukhara - Ismail Samani Mausoleum
circleBukhara - Kalon Mosque
circleBukhara - Ark Fortress
circleSamarkand - Leader-led orientation walk
circleSamarkand - Bibi-Khanym Mosque
circleSamarkand - Registan Square
circleSamarkand - Shakh-I-Zinda
circleSamarkand - Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
circleSamarkand - Plov cooking demonstration & family visit
museum Add on activities
circleBishkek - State Historical Museum - KGS150
circleOsh - Bazaar - Free
circleSamarkand - Afrosiab Museum - UZS30000
circleSamarkand - Ulugbek's Observatory - UZS30000
Dates and availability
Starting
Ending
Remaining
Prices From
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Sunday Jun 29, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - Sold Out
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Sunday Jun 29, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£6,045
expand_more
Sunday Aug 03, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£6,292
expand_more
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,264
expand_more
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Sunday Sep 14, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£6,534
expand_more
Tuesday Sep 02, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,473
expand_more
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Sunday Sep 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£6,534
expand_more
Saturday Sep 20, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,473
expand_more
Sunday Sep 21, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£6,534
expand_more
Tuesday Sep 30, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£5,264
expand_more
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Sunday Oct 26, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 11 spaces left
£6,292
expand_more
Tuesday Apr 07, 2026
Sunday May 03, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,264
expand_more
Wednesday Apr 08, 2026
Sunday May 03, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£6,292
expand_more
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Sunday May 17, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£5,264
expand_more
Wednesday Apr 22, 2026
Sunday May 17, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£6,292
expand_more
Important notes
verified
1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 4, 7-8, and Day 12 - 16 where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
verified
2. This trip visits three Central Asian countries - Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Please read the visa section in the Essential Trip Information to make sure you have the correct visa information for all countries.
verified
3. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on your passport) for flight and train tickets booking no later than 45 days prior to departure. Fees may apply for amendments or failure to provide the required details within 45 days of departure.
verified
4. This trip is a combination trip. As such the make up of your group and your leader may change on Day 10.
Reviews (0)
No review found