Steppe Journeys

Steppe Journeys

Headquarters in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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Number of tours
17
Age Range
1-89
Number of reviews
99
Rating
4.6/5
Response rate
96%
Response time
11 hours

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Guide
4.5/5
  • Uzbekistan Cultural Tour (Tashkent to Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva) boutique hotels option reviewer 1
    I started planning a trip to Uzbekistan back in July 2024 for summer of 2025. I reached out to Odil at Steppe Journeys asking for information on tours/drivers s…
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  • ST
    Written on June 10th, 2025
    I especially appreciated the good communication, attention to details, and the important "extras" (like dropping me off at my other Tashkent hotel). Odil was pr…
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  • PS
    Written on June 9th, 2025
    In April'25 we were participants on this fantastic 21-day trip. Since only the organization Steppe Journeys offers all 5 countries in Central Asia, we chose thi…
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    Steppe Journeys commented on this review
    Dear Piet-Hein Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful and detailed feedback following your April 2025 journey through Central Asia with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the 21-day adventure and found the itinerary diverse, the group size ideal, and the local guides and drivers to be friendly, punctual, and knowledgeable. It’s especially encouraging to know that even when minor itinerary shifts occurred—such as the night flights or the Almaty visit on a Monday—you still felt well taken care of, and the delicious food helped balance things out. Your insights about the weather, packing tips, road conditions, and the varying levels of tourism in each country are incredibly helpful—not only for us but for future travelers as well. We appreciate your note about the length of stay in Bukhara versus the shorter time in Almaty and Dushanbe—this is valuable input as we continue to fine-tune our programs. Above all, we’re grateful you chose Steppe Journeys for this incredible five-country experience, and we’re honored to have helped make your Central Asian adventure a memorable one. Warm regards, Odil & the Steppe Journeys Team
  • VR
    Written on June 4th, 2025
    Very well organized tour. There were multiple guides during the tour, but the handover was seamless. Highly recommended...
    Steppe Journeys commented on this review
    Dear Vinay Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with Steppe Journeys! We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour well organized and appreciated the seamless handover between guides. Ensuring a smooth and enriching journey is one of our top priorities, and it’s wonderful to know that this came through during your trip. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure across Central Asia in the future! Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov Managing Director Steppe Journeys info@steppejourneys.com
  • PL
    Written on June 3rd, 2025
    We had a great experience in visiting 5 countries of Central Asia. The guides are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and punctual. Their English proficiency is good co…
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  • CY
    Lots of walking but worth the effort
  • KC
    Written on May 8th, 2025
    My partner and I went on a 21-days tour to the 5 Stans countries along the silk road organized by Steppe Journeys on 10-30 April 2025. Our tour had 9 people, th…
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    Steppe Journeys commented on this review
    Dear Kim Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had a memorable and enriching journey through the 5 Stans with us. It was a pleasure organizing this adventure for you, and we truly appreciate your recommendation! Cheers and love from Steppe Journeys Odil
  • WM
    All program points were very well executed. A small mistake with the reservation of an extra day was promptly corrected. Our accommodation was very good. The …
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  • Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan Highlights Tour 15 DAYS reviewer 9
    Written on March 29th, 2025
    I have no words to express my gratitude to Steppe Journeys for arranging a wonderful journey in Central Asia for me. spent 15 days in Uzbekistan and Turkmenista…
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    Steppe Journeys commented on this review
    Dear Panagiotis Thank you for your heartfelt review and kind words about your 15-day journey through Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan with Steppe Journeys. We are thrilled to hear that your experience along the Silk Road was truly once-in-a-lifetime. It brings us immense joy to know that our dedicated team of guides—Gurban, Mariamcan, Zara, Azim, Bek—and our exceptional driver, went above and beyond to ensure your trip was unforgettable. Their passion for sharing the beauty and history of Central Asia is at the heart of what we do. We deeply appreciate your recommendation and are honored to have been part of your incredible adventure. Should you wish to explore more of the world’s wonders, we’d be delighted to assist you in planning your next journey. Warm regards,
 Odil and Steppe Journeys Team
  • Uzbekistan 8 Day Cultural Tour (3 Star Hotel Option) reviewer 10
    Written on November 30th, 2024
    The itinerary was intense and compact and covered the many places of interest in a relatively short time. There was sufficient time for taking in the sights and…
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About Steppe Journeys

Central Asia is a region of ancient cultures, fairy-tale cities, open steppes, deserts, and majestic peaks. Combining the warmth of Central Asian hospitality and the professionalism and reliability of the Steppe Journeys team ensures an unforgettable experience. Based in Tashkent and with over 30 years of combined tourism experience, the Steppe Journeys team can organize your tours to Central Asia: Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Western China and beyond. Steppe Journeys has organized textile tours, botanical tours, architectural tours and other special interest tours. We are happy to put you in touch with clients who have travelled with us. We pride ourselves on the personalized service we offer our clients.

Highlights

Over 30 years of touring experience
Explore ancient cultures and open steppes
Experts in Central Asian travel
Local guides in each city

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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