This extraordinary 19-day journey reveals the full diversity of Central Asia across five countries, blending dramatic nature with Silk Road grandeur. From the red cliffs of Charyn Canyon and the alpine serenity of Kolsay and Issyk-Kul to the fairy-tale cities of Samarkand and Bukhara, every day brings contrast and discovery. You’ll cross remote mountain borders, explore ancient ruins in Merv, experience nomadic eagle hunting traditions, cook plov with a local family, and travel by scenic train across the steppe. A seamless mix of landscapes, cultures, and living history makes this tour truly unforgettable.
Highlights
19 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
19 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Accommodation at the hotels en route, and in a guesthouse in Kazakhstan
Local flight and train tickets
Transportation throughout the tour, including airport transfers
Falconry demonstration and felt-making master class
Lunch
English-speaking local guides
Dinner
Entrance fees to the monuments and museums
Breakfast
Visa invitation letter for Turkmenistan
International flight tickets
Medical expenses and travel insurance
Visa fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Almaty International Airport
Upon arrival in Almaty, please collect your luggage and proceed to the arrivals hall. Our representative will be waiting for you there holding a sign with the name “Five Stans Central Asia Travel.”
Return
Ashgabat International Airport
At the end of the tour, a private transfer to the airport will be arranged for you, scheduled approximately three hours before your flight departure. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you directly to the airport.
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Most travelers can participate
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Not wheelchair accessible
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Infants must sit on laps
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This extraordinary 19-day journey reveals the full diversity of Central Asia across five countries, blending dramatic nature with Silk Road grandeur. From the red cliffs of Charyn Canyon and the alpine serenity of Kolsay and Issyk-Kul to the fairy-tale cities of Samarkand and Bukhara, every day brings contrast and discovery. You’ll cross remote mountain borders, explore ancient ruins in Merv, experience nomadic eagle hunting traditions, cook plov with a local family, and travel by scenic train across the steppe. A seamless mix of landscapes, cultures, and living history makes this tour truly unforgettable.
Highlights
19 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
19 days
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Accommodation at the hotels en route, and in a guesthouse in Kazakhstan
Local flight and train tickets
Transportation throughout the tour, including airport transfers
Falconry demonstration and felt-making master class
Lunch
English-speaking local guides
Dinner
Entrance fees to the monuments and museums
Breakfast
Visa invitation letter for Turkmenistan
International flight tickets
Medical expenses and travel insurance
Visa fees
Meeting Points
Departure
Almaty International Airport
Upon arrival in Almaty, please collect your luggage and proceed to the arrivals hall. Our representative will be waiting for you there holding a sign with the name “Five Stans Central Asia Travel.”
Return
Ashgabat International Airport
At the end of the tour, a private transfer to the airport will be arranged for you, scheduled approximately three hours before your flight departure. Our driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you directly to the airport.
We arrive in Almaty early in the morning and transfer to the hotel for rest after the flight. Later we begin a full-day discovery of Kazakhstan’s largest city, set against the backdrop of the snowy Tien Shan mountains. Our first stop is the colorful Green Bazaar, followed by a stroll through Panfilov Park, home to the striking wooden Zenkov Cathedral and the moving Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame.
Next, we ride up to Kok-Tobe Hill, crowned by the city’s TV tower, where sweeping views over Almaty open before us. We descend by the famous cableway and continue into the mountains. At Medeo, the world’s highest skating rink, we pause before ascending by cable car to Shymbulak Ski Resort, reaching 3,200 meters for breathtaking alpine panoramas. Return to the hotel in the evening. Overnight in Almaty.