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5stan trip to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan

13 days
From Almaty to Ashgabat
5.0
5 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 10
Ages 18-60
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Highlights

  • Explore the bustling Green Bazaar in Almaty
  • Visit Zenkov Cathedral in Panfilov Park
  • Climb the Burana Tower and view ancient balbals
  • Tour Samarkand's Registan and Bibi Khanum Mosque
  • Witness the eternal flames of Darwaza Gas Crater

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Almaty
  2. Day 2 Bishkek
  3. Day 3 Burana - Tashkent
  4. Day 4 Tashkent
  5. Day 5 Tashkent - Khujand
  6. Day 6 Khujand - Penjikent
  7. Day 7 Penjikent - Samarkand
  8. Day 8 Samarkand - Bukhara
  9. Day 9 Bukhara
  10. Day 10 Bukhara - Mary
  11. Day 11 Mary - Ashgabat
  12. Day 12 Darvaza
  13. Day 13 Ashgabat
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
  • Optional Extras

What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Stantrips

5.0
(5 reviews)

Number of tours

9

Age Range

1 to 80 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

88%

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Customer Reviews

  • Christina
    · August 11th, 2025
    I had the absolute pleasure of touring Turkmenistan with Baky, and he exceeded all expectations. From the very first moment, he was warm, welcoming, and incredibly knowledgeable. His passion for the country’s history, culture, and people shone through in every story he told, bringing each location to life in a way that was both fascinating and engaging. He took care of every detail – from seamless logistics to thoughtful recommendations – making the entire experience effortless and enjoyable. His ability to adapt the tour to my interests, answer every question in depth, and add personal touches along the way made it truly special. Not only did I leave with a deeper understanding of Turkmenistan, but I also felt like I had spent the week with a friend who genuinely loves sharing his country. If you’re visiting Turkmenistan, do yourself a favour and book a tour with Baky – you won’t regret it.
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  • michael
    · July 18th, 2025
    The tour was very well organized. The guide was very nice and had good knowledge. The stops were well chosen and spontaneous requests from us were taken into account, so we were able to see points that were not planned. If you like less traveled countries you should book this tour.
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  • Bernhard
    · January 20th, 2025
    The trip was very interesting and well organized. You see as much of the country as possible in a short time. The tour guide Natascha and the driver Berdi were very friendly and competent. The hotel was good. There was good local food and international cuisine everywhere in the restaurants.
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What our customers ask about this tour

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    Wayne

    Asked on October 23rd, 2024

    I'd like to do this trip late July to early August. We are two adult male friends. Please confirm dates and price.

    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • StantripsOperatorWritten October 2024

      We are currently working on the dates and the prices for the next year. I will be back with confirmation as soon as possible.

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    Jonathan

    Asked on August 9th, 2024

    Do I need to obtain any visas on my own or will the tour operator handle them?

    Visa
    • J

      Jonathan

      TravelerWritten August 2024

      Can you please let me know the precise start and end of the tour so I can make accommodation reservations and flights?

    • StantripsOperatorWritten August 2024

      Our company provides visa support for the required countries; however, obtaining the visa itself is your responsibility. For Turkmenistan, we will provide you with a letter of invitation within 2 weeks after you provide the necessary documents. You will be able to collect your visa at the border.

    • StantripsOperatorWritten August 2024

      To begin the tour on the morning of September 1, you will need to book your flight ticket to Almaty for August 31 (transfer from the airport to the hotel and accommodation on the arrival day is included in the price.). The tour itself will last for 13 days, so on the 14th day, you should book your departure flight from Ashgabat for September 14.

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    Neil

    Asked on January 17th, 2024

    I am traveling around the world. Currently I am at my 145th country. I am very interested in this tour. But you had age limit of 60. I am over 60. Please let me know if I can participate this tour and made an reservation.

    Age Range
    Tour Details
    • StantripsOperatorWritten January 2024

      This tour includes long hours of drive and hours of walk in some places. If you are okay with these, we can welcome you to our tour program. If there will not be any inquiry about this deaprture date or tour, you can book it alone.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 263101

  • Currencies
    Tenge
    Kazakhstan
    с
    Som
    Kyrgyzstan
    ЅМ
    Somoni
    Tajikistan
    $
    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, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
    Type E
    Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
    Type F
    Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
    Type I
    Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, 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 and Tajikistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Tajikistan. Ideally 2 weeks 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.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before October 14th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 14th, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Stantrips. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
    • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Stantrips will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
    • The following cards are accepted for "Stantrips" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
  • Cancellation Policy
  • Accessibility
    Some tours are not suitable for mobility-restricted traveler, however, some operators may be able to accommodate special requests. For any enquiries, you can contact our customer support team, who are ready and waiting to help you.

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