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Central Asia Tour 16 Days, Start in Almaty

16 days
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From Almaty to Tashkent
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Central Asia Tour 16 Days, Start in Almaty - Steppe Journeys
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Plan your adventure:
  • Historical
  • Family
  • Private
  • Partially Guided
  • Personalized
  • In-depth Cultural
Silver Operator
Steppe Journeys
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Italian
Age range 3 to 80

Places You’ll See

  • Almaty
    Almaty
  • Bishkek
    Bishkek
  • Tashkent
    Tashkent
  • Samarkand
    Samarkand
  • Bukhara
    Bukhara
  • Khiva
    Khiva
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Highlights

  • Explore Almaty's historic sites and bazaars
  • Tour Bishkek and the Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountains
  • Hike in Grigorevka gorge and see Issyk Kul lake
  • Discover ancient Merv and Mary's oasis
  • Visit the white marble city of Ashgabat

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Arrival in Almaty
  2. Day 2 Almaty to Bishkek
  3. Day 3 Bishkek to Issyk Kul lake
  4. Day 4 Issykul Bishkek and fly to Tashkent
  5. Day 5 Tashkent city tour
  6. Day 6 Tashkent to Samarkand by bullet train
  7. Day 7 Samarkand
  8. Day 8 Samarkand to Bukhara by bullet train or via Shahrisabz
  9. Day 9 Bukhara
  10. Day 10 Bukhara to Mary (Turkmenistan)
  11. Day 11 Mary to Ashgabat flight
  12. Day 12 Ashgabat City Tour
  13. Day 13 Ashgabat-Darwaza gas crater
  14. Day 14 Darwaza to Khiva (Uzbekistan)
  15. Day 15 Khiva to Tashkent
  16. Day 16 End of the tour and departure from Tashkent
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What's Included

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  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Optional

Operated by

Steppe Journeys

4.6
(92 reviews)
This operator has good review ratings and responds to all enquiries

Number of tours

16

Age Range

1 to 89 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

100%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Good
    4.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Good
    4.0
  • Tour Operator
    Steppe Journeys
    4.6
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    · October 2nd, 2024
    We actually designed our 19 days 5 Stan private...
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    Trip date: September 2024
  • Central Asia Tour 16 Days, Start in Almaty reviewer 2
    · September 21st, 2023
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    Our 16-day 5-stan tour was super organized. Everything worked out wonderfully. The only thing that caused us difficulties was the unofficial currency exchange rate in Turkmenistan. For this you need enough USD, because no credit cards work. Thank you for the great trip and the exciting impressions!
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    Hi Sergio, Thank you so much for your incredibly positive feedback about your recent trip! I am absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience. Your kind words have truly made our day. At Steppe Journeys, our goal is to provide... Show more
    Trip date: September 2023

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16 days
Central Asia Tour 16 Days, Start in Almaty
From Almaty to Tashkent

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What our customers ask about this tour

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    • Can I make payments using cards during the Central Asia tour?

      It's advisable to carry cash as many places might not accept credit cards, especially for smaller expenses.

      July 29, 2024
    • How are group sizes managed for the tour?

      The tour is designed to accommodate various group sizes, and personalization options are available to meet the specific needs of different groups.

      July 29, 2024
    • Are adjustments like staying extra nights possible to manage within the tour itinerary?

      Yes, arrangements such as booking additional nights at hotels can be tailored to your itinerary requirements.

      July 29, 2024
    • What type of rooms can travelers request during the tour?

      Travelers can request specific types of accommodation, such as twin rooms or double rooms, based on their needs.

      July 29, 2024
    • Is there flexibility in including additional countries or changing the duration of the tour?

      It is possible to customize the tour to include additional countries or extend the number of days, subject to coordination with the tour operator.

      July 29, 2024
    • What support is offered for obtaining visas for the tour?

      The tour operator assists with visas to Turkmenistan, which are obtained at the border, and you are required to provide various documents for this process.

      July 29, 2024
    • What guide facilities are provided at Penjikent?

      A guide will be included in Penjikent to assist you with your day trip and activities there.

      July 29, 2024
    • Are meals included in the tour price for Central Asia?

      The tour price typically does not include meals such as lunch and dinner; however, guidance can be provided to locate suitable local restaurants.

      July 29, 2024
    • Do I need to carry cash for small expenses during the tour?

      It is advised to carry around $500-$800 in cash, mainly in USD for small expenses such as meals, tips, and other personal charges as credit card acceptance might be limited.

      July 29, 2024
    • Are the travelers required to make their own visa arrangements for Turkmenistan?

      Visa arrangements for Turkmenistan are managed by the tour operator, and you need to pay the visa fee at the border.

      July 29, 2024
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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 168164

    • Currencies
      ₸
      Tenge
      Kazakhstan
      с
      Som
      Kyrgyzstan
      $
      US Dollar
      UZS
      Uzbekistan Sum
      Uzbekistan
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

      Type C
      Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
      Type E
      Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
      Type F
      Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
      Type I
      Uzbekistan
    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Kazakhstan. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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