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The Silk Road

16 days
From Bishkek to Bukhara
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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 4 - 16
Age range 16 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Bishkek's main city sites
  • Climb the ancient Burana Tower
  • Stay overnight in a traditional yurt
  • Discover the Charyn Canyon's landscapes
  • Tour the historic city of Samarkand

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Start Bishkek
  2. Day 2 To Chon-Kemin Gorge (breakfast,dinner)
  3. Day 3 Issyk Kul Lake and Djety Oguz Gorge (breakfast,dinner)
  4. Day 4 Karakol (breakfast,dinner)
  5. Day 5 To Almaty, Kazakhstan via Charyn Canyon (breakfast)
  6. Day 6 Esik Burial Mounds and Lake Issyk (breakfast)
  7. Day 7 Sightseeing tour of Almaty and train to Tashkent (breakfast)
  8. Day 8 Arrive Tashkent, Uzbekistan
  9. Day 9 Train to Samarkand (breakfast)
  10. Day 10 Samarkand (breakfast)
  11. Day 11 Samarkand to Bukhara (breakfast)
  12. Day 12-13 Bukhara (breakfast)
  13. Day 14 Train to Urgench (breakfast)
  14. Day 15 Khiva (breakfast)
  15. Day 16 End Khiva
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  • Insurance
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Number of tours

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Age Range

16 to 80 years old

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    · October 3rd, 2023
    Excellent local guides, great itinerary, good...
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    Exodus Adventure Travels commented on this review
    Thank you for taking the time to let us know you had a great adventure on The Silk Road tour. We always appreciate hearing back from our travellers. Hopefully, we will see you again for your next trip! -Exodus Travels
    Trip date: August 2023
  • BC
    · October 6th, 2022
    Incredible countries
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    Exodus Adventure Travels commented on this review
    We would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to post a review of your experience on our The Silk Road tour and we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your adventure. Thank you again and we hope you’ll choose Exodus for your next... Show more
    Trip date: September 2022

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16 days
The Silk Road
From Bishkek to Bukhara

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  • A

    Alejandro

    Asked on March 25th, 2025

    Do all Exodus trips include a group flight from London?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten March 2025

      Group flights from London are offered for specific tours. Availability can vary, so checking the particular trip details is advisable.

  • M

    Michele

    Asked on March 13th, 2025

    What type of accommodation is used during the Silk Road tour?

    Accommodation
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten March 2025

      Accommodations range from guesthouses and hotels to yurt camps, depending on the location and itinerary.

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    Nadia

    Asked on March 10th, 2025

    What details are needed upon booking the tour?

    Payments
    Tour Details
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten March 2025

      Full passport details are required to finalize the booking. Ensure your passport has adequate validity before travel.

  • C

    Carina

    Asked on February 26th, 2025

    What is the activity level rating for the Silk Road trip?

    Tour Details
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten February 2025

      The Silk Road trip is rated as Leisurely/Moderate. It involves some walking in areas like Ala Archa National Park and long drives on several days.

  • R

    Rita

    Asked on February 17th, 2025

    Can you accommodate dietary restrictions for meals during the tour?

    Meals
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten February 2025

      Specific dietary needs can usually be accommodated with prior notice.

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    Robin

    Asked on January 25th, 2025

    What travel support services are offered during the Silk Road trip?

    Travel Support
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten January 2025

      The tour provides travel support including detailed trip notes, emergency contact numbers, and professional guides to assist throughout the journey.

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    Martin

    Asked on February 1st, 2024

    Is there a single supplement option available on the tour?

    Single supplement
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten February 2024

      Single accommodations can be requested for most nights except when staying on the sleeper train or in the yurt camp.

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    Cristina

    Asked on October 26th, 2023

    Please advise how much the single supplement is

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    Ross

    Asked on October 21st, 2023

    Where do we fly to and return from which city?

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    Tour Details
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten October 2023

      The starting point of this adventure is Bishkek and the ending point is Bukhara.

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    Ronja

    Asked on October 15th, 2023

    Are airport transfers available for the Silk Road tour?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Exodus Adventure TravelsOperatorWritten October 2023

      Yes, group airport transfers are arranged to coincide with the flights' arrival times. Private transfers can also be requested.

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Good to Know

Tour ID: 88612

  • Currencies
    Tenge
    Kazakhstan
    с
    Som
    Kyrgyzstan
    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 and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan 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.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before October 10th, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after October 10th, 2025, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Exodus Adventure Travels. 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 120 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 Exodus Adventure Travels will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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