
- Number of tours
- 17
- Age Range
- 1-89
- Number of reviews
- 121
- Response rate
- 96%
- Response time
- 11 hours
Steppe Journeys Reviews (121)
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Praveen
Written on November 4th, 2025Had a wonderful tour of Uzbekistan with Steppe Journeys. Special mention of and profuse thanks to Mr. Khostor Bek, Manager of tour operator who went out of wa…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Praveen Thank you for the kind review of your trip. We are extremely happy to hear you enjoyed the trip. Unfortunately your spouse and daughter could not join you during the whole trip due to their visa issues, however we hope they will be able to come in nearest future and we will make 50% discount for them on their trip to Uzbekistan. Thank you Odil Steppe Journeys - JP
John
Written on November 4th, 2025This was an excellent and very professionally run tour from start to finish. The hotels that were booked exceeded our expectations. We had a stunning view or th…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear John Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re extremely happy to hear that you enjoyed your Uzbekistan journey with Steppe Journeys and that the hotels, guides, and driver made your experience so memorable. It’s great to know you loved the Registan view in Samarkand and the unique stay in the converted madrassa in Khiva — two of our favorite highlights too! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Bek, Abdul, Marabou, Ezoz, Lola, and Ana — they’ll be thrilled to hear your appreciation. We truly enjoyed having you travel with us and hope to welcome you back again for another adventure in Central Asia! Warm regards, Odil & the Steppe Journeys Team ???? www.steppejourneys.com 
Natalie
Written on October 25th, 2025We loved our trip with Steppe Journeys. We took this tour as a base and Odil and his team changed it to an individual tour according to our wishes. It was an am…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Natalie We are so happy to read your wonderful feedback! It was truly a pleasure organizing your customized Uzbekistan tour and ensuring that every part of your journey ran smoothly. We’re especially glad that you enjoyed the company of our local guides; they take great pride in sharing not only the history and architecture but also the daily life and culture of our country. Thank you for recommending Steppe Journeys! We hope to welcome you back again soon — perhaps for a longer adventure across Central Asia next time! Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov & the Steppe Journeys Team- EM
Elin
Written on October 24th, 2025We loved our tour of Uzbekistan. The guides were excellent and everything went like clockwork. I will definitely recommend Bek and his team to my friendsSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Elin Thank you very much for your kind feedback on the tour and we are happy to hear you enjoyed your holiday in Uzbekistan. We will look forward again to welcome to visit other central Asian countries again. With warm regards Odil and Steppe Journeys team. - AO
Antony
Written on October 21st, 2025Central Asia in Three Weeks --------------------------- The Central Asia Combined Silk Road Tour (21-day trip) had everything. Mountains, deserts, lakes and…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Antony Thank you very much for sharing your thoughtful and detailed feedback — we truly appreciate the time you took to reflect on your 21-day Central Asia Combined Silk Road Tour. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the diversity of landscapes, cultures, and experiences across the region — from the mountains and deserts to the historic cities of Bukhara and Khiva, which we’re delighted were among your favorites. We’re especially pleased that you recognized the efforts of our team members — Nurissa, Natasha, and Bek — and that our quick response in arranging a replacement guide and an extra night in Khiva helped make your trip smoother and more enjoyable. Your kind acknowledgment means a lot to us and to our guides. At the same time, we sincerely appreciate your constructive suggestions regarding border coordination, local guide communication, and logistics around Nofin/Gazza and the Anzob Tunnel. We completely understand how these situations affected your experience, and we’ve already started refining our frontier-handling procedures to ensure both sides of each border stay in active phone contact with travelers. We’re also reviewing the Fan Mountains routing and accommodation selection to minimize unnecessary driving and maximize time in scenic areas. Your feedback helps us continue improving our tours for future guests — thank you again for your honesty and for trusting Steppe Journeys to show you Central Asia. We hope the memories of the Silk Road, the desert skies, and the warmth of the people will stay with you for a long time. With warm regards and gratitude, Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys ???? www.steppejourneys.com | ✉️ info@steppejourneys.com 
Lena
Written on October 19th, 2025We sent feedback to the tour operator from day one and unfortunately had to send a final review on the last day, which was acknowledged but unfortunately no con…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Lena Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts and impressions. We are truly sorry to hear that your overall experience did not meet your expectations. While we respectfully feel that some aspects of your feedback do not fully reflect the reality of the tour or the efforts made by our team, we nevertheless value your perspective. We did our best to address your concerns promptly during the trip and sincerely regret that our solutions did not meet your satisfaction. We would love to host you again and show you the beauty of Tajikistan and Kazakhstan—two countries not included in your last tour—and to prove once more how dedicated we are to our work and to our travelers’ satisfaction. Please be assured that we continuously review all comments—positive and critical—to improve our communication and service quality. We remain grateful that you chose to travel with Steppe Journeys and wish you many enjoyable adventures ahead. Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys- NP
Ng Kwee
Written on October 15th, 2025There were a few initial hiccups with the organisation of the tour which were ironed out before our tour started. The tour itself was very well organised for ju…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear NG Kwee, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a wonderful holiday in Uzbekistan and that our team could ensure your comfort throughout the journey. We truly appreciate your kind words about our guides, accommodations, and seamless transfers between cities. It’s also great to know that our communication and organization helped make your trip smooth and enjoyable after the initial planning stage. Your recommendation means a lot to us — it’s the best compliment we could receive. We hope to welcome you back again soon to explore more of Central Asia with Steppe Journeys! Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys Team - NI
Natalia
Written on October 8th, 2025The tour was very well organized and we were able to see the 4 most important cities, some more beautiful than others. It wasn't all plain sailing as there are …Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Natalia Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed exploring Uzbekistan’s beautiful cities and rich culture with us. Your appreciation means a lot to the whole Steppe Journeys team — we hope to welcome you back for more discoveries soon in other central Asian countries! Warm regards Odil Akhmedov 
Chris
Written on October 3rd, 2025My five-star rating says it all.Steppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Chris We are grateful for your feedback and happy to hear you enjoyed the trip. Thank you Odil- A
Ann
Written on September 18th, 2025I had a wonderful trip around Uzbekistan, the trip was very well organised and Bek was on hand to answer all of my questions and also advise on additional matte…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Ann Thank you for the review of our services and we are delighted to hear your kind appreciation of our services. Hope you will travel again with us in Central Asia in the further and we would be more than happy to provide our services. Cheers and best regards Odil Akhmedov
Questions & Answers
Is there a dress code?
In general you can dress how you wish as if you were in your home country. However when entering open mosques during sightseeing it is recommended for women to cover their heads with light scarf and wear shorts that are longer than knee length.
Is WIFI available?
WIFI is usually available in all hotels however sometimes there can be an additional charge for this, you also have the option of using the internet at a local cafe.
What is the voltage so I can charge my devices?
Voltage throughout the region is 220-250V. You will find in most of the hotels there are European-style sockets with 2 round pins. You may wish to take an adaptor if yours is different.
Are you able to drink the tap water?
It is recommended to always drink bottled water rather than tap water, bottled water will be readily available for you.
What is the local language?
Generally through Central Asia, Russian is the 'second language' and people in the service and tourism sectors often speak English and a range of other European languages. Official languages are: Uzbekistan = Uzbek, Kazakhstan = Kazakh, Kyrgyzstan = Kyrgyz , Turkmenistan = Turkmen. These all belong to the Turkish language group.
Is it possible to use credit cards?
Merchants will generally prefer you to pay in cash however in any high standard hotels you will be able to pay via Mastercard or Visa without any issues.
Are we able to change money and what is the local currency?
Only four currencies are convertible in Central Asia which are; US dollar, Euro, UK pounds and Japanese yen. There are exchange offices located at airports on arrival, hotels and local banks to change any money you wish. Uzbekistan's currency is 'soum', Kazakhstan 'tenge', Kyrgyzstan 'sum', Tajikistan 'somoni' and Turkmenistan 'manat'.
What is the weather like in central Asia?
You will find that Uzbekistan has a strictly continental climate: summer is hot and winter is cold. The best time to travel in that area is spring, summer or autumn; if you like dry cold with a snowy winter then it is best to visit in winter as it can be very beautiful also at that time.
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