Central Asia Combined Countries Tour 21-Day
Tashkent,Uzbekistan
Duration
16 Days 15 Nights TripTour Code
TP3890Description
Dear Travelers, Welcome to this incredible journey through the heart of Central Asia! Over the next 16 days, we’ll explore the stunning landscapes, rich cultures, and ancient history of this fascinating region. From the vibrant bazaars and architectural wonders of the Silk Road to the breathtaking mountain vistas and warm hospitality of the local people, this adventure promises to be unforgettable. Throughout the tour, our team is here to ensure your experience is seamless, enjoyable, and full of amazing memories. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance at any point during the trip. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime! Let’s make this journey together an incredible one.
Highlights
- Bukhara
- Khiva
- Tashkent
- Fergana Valley
Included
- Accommodation in DBL room Breakfast Transport Guides Entrance fee Local flights
Not Included
- Lunch and Dinner International flights Tipping guides and drivers
Itinerary
Day 1
- pick up in Almaty airport and transfer to the hotel.
- If you arrive in the morning we can arrange extra day trip to Medeo or Issyklake near Almaty or Falcon farm.
- Overnight in Almaty
Day 2
- Panfilov Park & Zenkov Cathedral: Start your day with a visit to the beautiful Panfilov Park, home to the Zenkov Cathedral, a stunning wooden Orthodox church that has survived since the early 20th century.
- Green Bazaar: Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Green Bazaar, one of Almaty’s most iconic markets.
- Kok-Tobe Hill: Take a ride to Kok-Tobe Hill via the cable car for breathtaking panoramic views of Almaty and the surrounding mountains.
- Central State Museum: Dive into the rich history and culture of Kazakhstan at the Central State Museum, showcasing artifacts from the country’s past, including exhibits on the Silk Road and nomadic heritage.
- Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre (Optional): End your day with an optional visit to the Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre, where you can enjoy a performance if time allows.
Day 3
- After breakfast depart Almaty and drive to Bishkek, capital of Kyrgyzstan via a newly-built highway.
- After lunch, enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour in Bishkek.
- It’s a gateway to the Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountains and Ala Archa National Park, with glaciers and wildlife trails.
- The city’s arts scene encompasses the monumental State Museum of Fine Arts and the colonnaded Opera and Ballet Theater.
- The vast, central Ala-Too Square features the Manas monument, honoring the hero of the Kyrgyz Epic of Manas.
- Overnight Bishkek.
Day 4
- Drive to Lake Issyk Kul (240 kms), one of the world’s largest mountain lakes at 1607 metres.
- After arrival, drive to Grigorevka gorge full of lush green alpine meadows and fir trees, then do an easy hike in the gorge.
- Next stop is in Cholpon Ata where you will be able to visit the petroglyphs lying under the open sky.
- Overnight Cholpon Ata.
Day 5
- Issyk Kul – Bishkek (240 km) – Tashkent flight Return to Bishkek visiting Burana Tower en route.
- The Burana Tower is a large minaret in the Chuy Valley in northern Kyrgyzstan.
- It is located about 80 km east of the country’s capital Bishkek, near the town of Tokmok.
- The tower, along with grave markers, some earthworks and the remnants of a castle and three mausoleums, is all that remains of the ancient city of Balasagun, which was established by the Karakhanids at the end of the 9th century.
- An external staircase and steep, winding stairway inside the tower enables visitors to climb to the top.
- Evening flight to Tashkent at 1840-1900, meet and transfer to hotel in Tashkent.
Day 6
- Proceed for city tour: visit Hasti Imam square, Mui Muborak library with Osman Koran of 7 c, Barakhan Madrasa, Chorsu bazaar, Applied Arts museum, Independence square and Tashkent metro.
- Overnight.
Day 7
- Early breakfast in the hotel and transfer to railway station for fast Train to Samarkand.
- Upon arrival start your city tour in Samarkand.
- Visit Gur Emir mausoleum, Registan square and Siab Bazar, Bibi Hanum mosque.
- Day 8: Full day city tour of Samarkand.
- You will visit Shahi Zinda complex, Afrosiab museum with wall painting of 7 C and other ancient artifacts found at the site dating back to 6 century BC up to 20 Century AD.
- Also visit Ulughbek observatory and your visit to Konigil Silk paper workshop will finish your sightseeing.
- Enjoy Sound and Light Laser show at Registan after 2100 (if available).
- Overnight Samarkand.
Day 8
- Today we will show one of the famous Urgut bazar of Uzbekistan, located 40 km from Samarkand.
- You will discover local market with food stuff, embroidery of Suzane and other craft works.
- After the market you wil return to Samarkand and visit Konigil village where locals revived the production of Samarkand Silk paper made of Mallberry tree.
- Afernoon free on your own to explore more.
- Overnight.
Day 9
- Drive to Bukhara via Shahrisabz, another UNESCO world heritage site.
- Short city tour of Shahrisabz, visit Ak Saray ruins, Kok Gumbaz mosque, Juma mosque, Jahangir’s mausoleum.
- Shahrisabz is also famous for its embroidery Suzane which is different than other regions of Uzbekistan and you will be able to purchase local craft works from local masters on site.
- After lunch, continue driving to Bukhara and you will arrive in Bukhara later evening and have free time for little walk and exploration of the city.
- 2nd option ; take morning train to Bukhara at 1045-1220 and afternoon walking tour in Bukhara.
- Your hotel is located in the old town.
- Overnight Bukhara.
Day 10
- Bukhara is the pearl of Asia and it was the center of Education and Islamic culture in the medieval ages.
- Still in the city there are many mosques, madrasa and mausoleums.
- Visit Ismael Samaniy mausoleum, Chashmai Ayub, Bolo Hauz mosque.
- Ark Fortress, dating back to 1st century AD and 20 century, it was the royal residence of Bukhara Emir.
- Kalyan mosque and minaret, Mir Arab Madrasa, Taki Zargaron, Ulughbek and Abdulazizkhan madrasa, Tim Abdullakhan, Taki Telpakfurushon, Magaki Attari mosque, Nadir Divan Begi Hanaka and Madrasa and Chor Minor.
- Overnight Bukhara.
Day 11
- You will be transferred to the border and pass through both customs, visa formalities and meet your Turkmenistan guide and driver at Turkmenistan customs.
- Between two countries there is a neutral zone and you can use Shuttle bus from one side to the other.
- Continue driving to Mary, and oasis in the Karakum desert.
- Overnight Mary.
Day 12
- Sightseeing in ancient Merv, founded in the 6th century BC and one of the most important cities along the Silk Road.
- Return to Mary and visit the museum.
- Catch afternoon flight to Ashgabat.
Day 13
- It’s known for its white marble buildings and grandiose national monuments.
- To the northwest, the sprawling Ruhy Mosque has a vast gilt dome.
- The central Artogrul Gazi Mosque is modeled on Istanbul’s Blue Mosque.
- Examples of traditional weaving are displayed at Turkmen Carpet Museum.
- The Wedding Palace is a series of star-shaped tiers topped by a giant golden globe.Sightseeing in Ashgabat including the National Museum of History and Ethnography of Turkmenistan, old Nisa, the ancient Parthian settlement, and the Anau ruins.
- Afternoon drive to Darwaza gas crater, arrival at night, dinner and overnight in Yurt.
- Gas crater it is also known as Hell’s gate where in 1970s they discovered huge reserve of natural gas and the crater is till buring since 70s.
- overnight in Yurt at the crater
Day 14
- Early morning 50-minute flight to Dashoguz.
- then drive to Kunya Urgench.
- Visit Kunya Urgench historical sites: mausoleums of Turebek-Khanym, Sultan Tekesh, Sultan Il Arslan, Najmad-din-Kubra, Sultan Ali.
- View the Kutlug Timur minaret and Kyrk Molla, Izmukhir.
- Return drive to Dashoguz.
- You will cross the border, the procedure is the same as you did when you crossed from Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan.
- At Uzbekistan side, where your Uzbek driver will meet you and transfer you to Khiva.
- Overnight.
Day 15
- Full day visit of Khiva: Ark Fortress, Ichan kala, Madrasah Muhammad Aminkhan, Madrasa Muhammad Rahimkhan, Kalta Minor, wood workshop, carpet Workshop, Pahlavan Mahmud mausoleum, Shergazikhan madrasa, Juma mosque and Minaret, Tash Hauli palace, Caravanserai and bazaar.
- Evening after 8 PM transfer to airport of Urgench for your flight to Tashkent.
- 2120 departure, Arrival at
- Transfer to hotel.
Day 16
- AM free time and transfer to airport for return flight home.
- end of services.
Day 17
- pick up in Almaty airport and transfer to the hotel.
- If you arrive in the morning we can arrange extra day trip to Medeo or Issyklake near Almaty or Falcon farm.
- Overnight in Almaty
Day 18
- Panfilov Park & Zenkov Cathedral: Start your day with a visit to the beautiful Panfilov Park, home to the Zenkov Cathedral, a stunning wooden Orthodox church that has survived since the early 20th century.
- Green Bazaar: Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Green Bazaar, one of Almaty’s most iconic markets.
- Kok-Tobe Hill: Take a ride to Kok-Tobe Hill via the cable car for breathtaking panoramic views of Almaty and the surrounding mountains.
- Central State Museum: Dive into the rich history and culture of Kazakhstan at the Central State Museum, showcasing artifacts from the country’s past, including exhibits on the Silk Road and nomadic heritage.
- Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre (Optional): End your day with an optional visit to the Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre, where you can enjoy a performance if time allows.
Day 19
- After breakfast depart Almaty and drive to Bishkek, capital of Kyrgyzstan via a newly-built highway.
- After lunch, enjoy an afternoon sightseeing tour in Bishkek.
- It’s a gateway to the Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountains and Ala Archa National Park, with glaciers and wildlife trails.
- The city’s arts scene encompasses the monumental State Museum of Fine Arts and the colonnaded Opera and Ballet Theater.
- The vast, central Ala-Too Square features the Manas monument, honoring the hero of the Kyrgyz Epic of Manas.
- Overnight Bishkek.
Day 20
- Drive to Lake Issyk Kul (240 kms), one of the world’s largest mountain lakes at 1607 metres.
- After arrival, drive to Grigorevka gorge full of lush green alpine meadows and fir trees, then do an easy hike in the gorge.
- Next stop is in Cholpon Ata where you will be able to visit the petroglyphs lying under the open sky.
- Overnight Cholpon Ata.
Day 21
- Issyk Kul – Bishkek (240 km) – Tashkent flight Return to Bishkek visiting Burana Tower en route.
- The Burana Tower is a large minaret in the Chuy Valley in northern Kyrgyzstan.
- It is located about 80 km east of the country’s capital Bishkek, near the town of Tokmok.
- The tower, along with grave markers, some earthworks and the remnants of a castle and three mausoleums, is all that remains of the ancient city of Balasagun, which was established by the Karakhanids at the end of the 9th century.
- An external staircase and steep, winding stairway inside the tower enables visitors to climb to the top.
- Evening flight to Tashkent at 1840-1900, meet and transfer to hotel in Tashkent.
Day 22
- Proceed for city tour: visit Hasti Imam square, Mui Muborak library with Osman Koran of 7 c, Barakhan Madrasa, Chorsu bazaar, Applied Arts museum, Independence square and Tashkent metro.
- Overnight.
Day 23
- Early breakfast in the hotel and transfer to railway station for fast Train to Samarkand.
- Upon arrival start your city tour in Samarkand.
- Visit Gur Emir mausoleum, Registan square and Siab Bazar, Bibi Hanum mosque.
- Day 8: Full day city tour of Samarkand.
- You will visit Shahi Zinda complex, Afrosiab museum with wall painting of 7 C and other ancient artifacts found at the site dating back to 6 century BC up to 20 Century AD.
- Also visit Ulughbek observatory and your visit to Konigil Silk paper workshop will finish your sightseeing.
- Enjoy Sound and Light Laser show at Registan after 2100 (if available).
- Overnight Samarkand.
Day 24
- Today we will show one of the famous Urgut bazar of Uzbekistan, located 40 km from Samarkand.
- You will discover local market with food stuff, embroidery of Suzane and other craft works.
- After the market you wil return to Samarkand and visit Konigil village where locals revived the production of Samarkand Silk paper made of Mallberry tree.
- Afernoon free on your own to explore more.
- Overnight.
Day 25
- Drive to Bukhara via Shahrisabz, another UNESCO world heritage site.
- Short city tour of Shahrisabz, visit Ak Saray ruins, Kok Gumbaz mosque, Juma mosque, Jahangir’s mausoleum.
- Shahrisabz is also famous for its embroidery Suzane which is different than other regions of Uzbekistan and you will be able to purchase local craft works from local masters on site.
- After lunch, continue driving to Bukhara and you will arrive in Bukhara later evening and have free time for little walk and exploration of the city.
- 2nd option ; take morning train to Bukhara at 1045-1220 and afternoon walking tour in Bukhara.
- Your hotel is located in the old town.
- Overnight Bukhara.
Day 26
- Bukhara is the pearl of Asia and it was the center of Education and Islamic culture in the medieval ages.
- Still in the city there are many mosques, madrasa and mausoleums.
- Visit Ismael Samaniy mausoleum, Chashmai Ayub, Bolo Hauz mosque.
- Ark Fortress, dating back to 1st century AD and 20 century, it was the royal residence of Bukhara Emir.
- Kalyan mosque and minaret, Mir Arab Madrasa, Taki Zargaron, Ulughbek and Abdulazizkhan madrasa, Tim Abdullakhan, Taki Telpakfurushon, Magaki Attari mosque, Nadir Divan Begi Hanaka and Madrasa and Chor Minor.
- Overnight Bukhara.
Day 27
- You will be transferred to the border and pass through both customs, visa formalities and meet your Turkmenistan guide and driver at Turkmenistan customs.
- Between two countries there is a neutral zone and you can use Shuttle bus from one side to the other.
- Continue driving to Mary, and oasis in the Karakum desert.
- Overnight Mary.
Day 28
- Sightseeing in ancient Merv, founded in the 6th century BC and one of the most important cities along the Silk Road.
- Return to Mary and visit the museum.
- Catch afternoon flight to Ashgabat.
Day 29
- It’s known for its white marble buildings and grandiose national monuments.
- To the northwest, the sprawling Ruhy Mosque has a vast gilt dome.
- The central Artogrul Gazi Mosque is modeled on Istanbul’s Blue Mosque.
- Examples of traditional weaving are displayed at Turkmen Carpet Museum.
- The Wedding Palace is a series of star-shaped tiers topped by a giant golden globe.Sightseeing in Ashgabat including the National Museum of History and Ethnography of Turkmenistan, old Nisa, the ancient Parthian settlement, and the Anau ruins.
- Afternoon drive to Darwaza gas crater, arrival at night, dinner and overnight in Yurt.
- Gas crater it is also known as Hell’s gate where in 1970s they discovered huge reserve of natural gas and the crater is till buring since 70s.
- overnight in Yurt at the crater
Day 30
- Early morning 50-minute flight to Dashoguz.
- then drive to Kunya Urgench.
- Visit Kunya Urgench historical sites: mausoleums of Turebek-Khanym, Sultan Tekesh, Sultan Il Arslan, Najmad-din-Kubra, Sultan Ali.
- View the Kutlug Timur minaret and Kyrk Molla, Izmukhir.
- Return drive to Dashoguz.
- You will cross the border, the procedure is the same as you did when you crossed from Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan.
- At Uzbekistan side, where your Uzbek driver will meet you and transfer you to Khiva.
- Overnight.
Day 31
- Full day visit of Khiva: Ark Fortress, Ichan kala, Madrasah Muhammad Aminkhan, Madrasa Muhammad Rahimkhan, Kalta Minor, wood workshop, carpet Workshop, Pahlavan Mahmud mausoleum, Shergazikhan madrasa, Juma mosque and Minaret, Tash Hauli palace, Caravanserai and bazaar.
- Evening after 8 PM transfer to airport of Urgench for your flight to Tashkent.
- 2120 departure, Arrival at
- Transfer to hotel.
Day 32
- AM free time and transfer to airport for return flight home.
- end of services.
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