- Number of tours
- 17
- Age Range
- 1-89
- Number of reviews
- 99
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- 100%
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Steppe Journeys Reviews (99)
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Cecilia
Written on June 12th, 2025I 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…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Cecilia Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review. It was a pleasure assisting you in planning your journey through Uzbekistan, and we are truly delighted to hear that your solo adventure turned into such a memorable experience. We’re especially glad you found our tour guides insightful and knowledgeable — we are very proud to work with individuals who are passionate about their cities and history. Your kind words about our drivers, particularly Bek in Tashkent, truly warm our hearts. We’ll be sure to share your appreciation with him and the rest of our team — they will be thrilled to know their efforts made a lasting impression. We’re also happy to know the accommodations and the overall organization met your expectations. Staying in a madrassa in Khiva is indeed a unique experience, and we’re glad you enjoyed that special touch. Thank you once again for trusting Steppe Journeys with your travel plans. It means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back to Uzbekistan again in the future — there’s still so much more to explore! Warmest regards, Odil Akhmedov Managing Director Steppe Journeys www.steppejourneys.com info@steppejourneys.com- ST
SueAnn
Written on June 10th, 2025I especially appreciated the good communication, attention to details, and the important "extras" (like dropping me off at my other Tashkent hotel). Odil was pr…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this reviewDear Sue Ann Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with Steppe Journeys! We’re truly delighted to hear that our team’s efforts — from prompt communication to those little “extras” — made your trip enjoyable and seamless. Me, Beck, and Utkir will be especially pleased to know their support was appreciated. It’s always our goal to provide not just a tour, but a memorable and comfortable experience, and your feedback affirms that we’re on the right path. We’re also honored to receive such high praise from someone with your depth of experience in the travel industry. Thank you for recommending us — it means the world. Wishing you many more inspiring journeys, and we hope to welcome you back to Central Asia in the future! Warm regards, Steppe Journeys Team www.steppejourneys.com info@steppejourneys.com - PS
Piet-Hein
Written on June 9th, 2025In 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…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this reviewDear 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
Anonymous
Written on June 4th, 2025Very well organized tour. There were multiple guides during the tour, but the handover was seamless. Highly recommended...Steppe Journeys commented on this reviewDear 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
Anonymous
Written on June 3rd, 2025We had a great experience in visiting 5 countries of Central Asia. The guides are knowledgeable, enthusiastic and punctual. Their English proficiency is good co…Read more - CY
Cheryl
Written on May 26th, 2025Lots of walking but worth the effort - KC
Kim
Written on May 8th, 2025My 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…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this reviewDear 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
WOLFGANG Hugo
Written on April 15th, 2025All 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 …Read more Panagiotis
Written on March 29th, 2025I 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…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this reviewDear 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 TeamTomas
Written on November 30th, 2024The 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…Read more
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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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