Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent

Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent


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CAD $5,167 Was CAD $6,459

23 Days

Best Rate: Guarantee

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

With their reputation for welcoming visitors and their unique cultural footprint, the countries of Central Asia will remind you why you travel.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 03 Jul 2025

Experience Overview

With their reputation for welcoming visitors and their unique cultural footprint, the countries of Central Asia will remind you why you travel. This comprehensive 23-day tour will take you through nearly all the 'stans we visit, offering a fascinating glimpse at a beautiful part of the world most travellers miss. Stay at unique homestays, sleep in traditional yurts, discover the breathtaking mountain and desert scenery, enjoy free time in the Uzbek city of Tashkent, and roam gorgeous buildings built centuries ago. See Central Asia with a group of like-minded adventurers and an expert Chief Experience Officer (CEO) and cross off an entire and unexpected region of the world from your must-see list.

Highlights

  • Learn about the diverse cultures of Central Asia
  • Soak in the scenic beauty of mountains and deserts
  • Connect with the locals during community village and yurt stays
  • Marvel at colourful mosaic buildings

Trip Details

Product CodeProduct Code: 1740

Tour TypeTour Type: Small Group

AccommodationAccommodation: Budget

TransportTransport: Private vehicles, plane, train, walking.

Guide LanguageGuide Language: English

Travel StylesTravel Styles: Budget

Tour OperatorTour Operator: G Adventures

Supplier CodeSupplier Code: AYKU

StartStarts: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

FinishFinishes: Tashkent, Uzbekistan

DurationDuration: 23 days

DeparturesDepartures: Guaranteed

Physical RatingPhysical Rating: Average

Includes

Activities

  • Your G for Good Moment: Yurt Building Demonstration, Barskoon Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group, Bishkek Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Song Köl Your Local Living Moment: Tamga Village Stay, Tamga Your Local Living Moment: Community Guesthouse, Ghazza Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Aydar Kŭl Camp
  • Bishkek City Tour
  • Burana Tower
  • Home-cooked traditional dinner
  • Overnight in a Yurt
  • Free time in Chong-Kemin
  • Song Kul Lake
  • Lunch with Local Family in Kochkor
  • Skazka "Fairytale" Canyon
  • Tamga Village Stay
  • Yurt Building Demonstration
  • Jety Oguz & the Seven Bulls
  • Karakol City Tour
  • Russian Orthodox Cathedral
  • Dungan mosque
  • Saty Village Stay
  • 4x4 ride to Kaindy Lake
  • Charyn Canyon
  • Almaty City Tour
  • Independence Square, Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov's Park
  • WWII memorial
  • Free time in Almaty
  • Dushanbe City tour
  • Alexander the Great's lake
  • Hike to Iskander Darya waterfall
  • Fann Mountains
  • Voru Village Hike and Blacksmith
  • Free time in Ghazza Village
  • Istaravshan Mosque and Lenin Bust visit
  • Khujand City Tour
  • Museum of Sughd
  • Mausoleum of Sheik Muslekheddin
  • Khujand market
  • Amir Timur Mausoleum Visit
  • Samarkand City Tour
  • Shaki Zinda complex, the bazaar, Bibi Khanum, and Registan Square
  • Free time in Samarkand
  • Chashma Complex and Holy Spring Visit
  • Fortress of Alexander the Great Visit
  • Aidarkul Lake
  • Authentic Uzbekistan dinner
  • Evening Kazakh singing show
  • Overnight in a Yurt
  • Free time in Bukhara
  • Bukhara City Guided Tour
  • UNESCO-listed Khiva Ancient City Exploration
  • Free time in Khiva
  • Tashkent Guided City Tour
  • Free time in Tashkent

Accommodation

  • Hotels/guesthouses (19 nts), yurts (2 nts up to 4 people per yurt) & CBT homestay (1 nt) multishare.
  • 22 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 8 dinners

Transport

  • Private vehicles, plane, train, walking.

Group Leader

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $5,167 ($225 /day)

Itinerary

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Day 1: Bishkek

Arrive at any time.
Welcome to Kyrgyzstan's artsy capital and cultural hub, situated at the base of the Tian Shan mountain range. There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting, so get out there and explore!

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Day 2: Bishkek/Chong-Kemin

After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Bishkek before travelling to the serenity of Chong-Kemin Valley. Along the way, stop at one of Kyrgyzstan's oldest sights, the Burana Tower and learn about this ancient structure, rare in nomadic culture. Tonight, stay in a cozy guest house run by Karal Dobo Villagers. Soak in the stunning scenery while exploring the village and savour a home-cooked traditional dinner.

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Day 3: Chong-Kemin/Song Kul

In the morning, opt for a hike to the nearby mountains or explore the famous gorges of Chong-Kemin. In the afternoon, enjoy the scenic drive along the Kalmak-Ashuu mountain pass to Song Kul Lake. Immerse yourself in Kyrgyz culture with an overnight stay in a traditional yurt. Experience daily nomadic life and wander the breathtaking landscape. With an altitude of 3,016 meters above sea level, it's possible to experience four seasons in one day! Indulge in delicious home-cooked cuisine for dinner, then get cozy in the yurt around the stove.

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Day 4: Song Kul/Tamga

Spend the morning soaking in all the beauty of Song Kul Lake before departing for Kochkor to enjoy lunch together with a local family. After lunch, head to the breathtaking Skazka Canyon, also known as Fairytale Canyon. Walk through the striking rock formations and take some beautiful photos. Afterward, head to Tamga village in the clutches of the Terskey Ala-Too and celestial Issyk-Kol' Lake, where you'll spend the night at a village guesthouse and get to know the local community members.
Tamga village was once famous for its Soviet-era military sanatorium, where Soviet cosmonauts relaxed and recovered after space flights.

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Day 5: Tamga/Karakol

This morning we head to Ak-Orgo Workshop Centre, a G for Good supported organization, to observe how traditional yurts are built and learn about the importance of this Kyrgyz craft. Continue the drive to Jety Oguz, where we stop to visit the beautiful Seven Bulls rock formations, enjoy a picnic lunch with a stunning view and hike to the Jety Oguz viewpoint. Finish the drive to Kyrgyzstan's 4th largest city - Karakol and enjoy a city tour upon arrival, visiting notable sites like the Russian Holy Trinity Orthodox Church and the pagoda-style Dungan Mosque, built by Chinese Muslims in the early 20th Century.

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Day 6: Karakol/Saty Village

Cross the border into Kazakhstan on the journey to Saty Village, part of the Kolsay Lakes National Park. On arrival, jump in a 4x4 vehicle for the ride to Kaindy Lake, then embark on a trek to explore the sunken forest. Soak in the bright hues and marvel at the eerie sight of submerged trees. Spend the night in a homestay and indulge in traditional Kazakh meals for a true Kazakh experience.

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Day 7: Saty Village/Almaty

Depart early this morning for Almaty, the former Kazakh capital, stopping along the way to marvel at Charyn Canyon. Boasting stunning shades of red, orange, and brown, the Charyn Canyon is a natural wonder comparable in beauty to the Grand Canyon. On arrival in Almaty, join your CEO for an orientation walk around your hotel.

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Day 8: Almaty

Explore the amazing city of Almaty on a city tour, visiting sights such as Independence Square, Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov's Park, and the striking WWII memorial. Enjoy a free afternoon to continue the adventure through Almaty. Opt to climb Green Hill for panoramic views, visit the local markets, or sip coffee in one of the plentiful cafés.

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Day 9: Almaty/Dushanbe

Today, we'll transfer to Almaty airport and board a flight to Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, on the Varzob River. Upon arrival enjoy a tour of Dushanbe, visiting the main monuments, museum, and mosque.

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Day 10: Dushanbe/Kuli Iskandarkul/ Ghazza Village

Enjoy a morning drive through the valleys and mountains to Kuli Iskandarkul. Pass along Alexander the Great's lake and go on a short hike to Iskander Darya waterfall. After lunch continue the drive to our overnight stay at a Community Guest house in Ghazza Village. Meet the local people and explore the gorgeous landscape of the Fann Mountains. Upon arrival to Ghazza village the group will set out on a walk followed by dinner at local family's home.

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Day 11: Ghazza

After breakfast, embark on a hike alongside Voru River to visit Voru village (one of the oldest Villages of the Fann Mountains). Visit the local blacksmith's workshop. We'll learn about the different products they make, like knives and horseshoes. After the village exploration, head back to to Community guest house. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Opt to enjoy the roof top terrace at the guest house. Have dinner in a community guest house with the group in the evening.

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Day 12: Ghazza/Khujand

Continue on to Khujand, stopping first in Istaravshan to explore a local mosque the largest bust of Lenin. Enjoy an optional lunch in a local chaikhana (teahouse) before continuing the drive to Khujand. Wander the city in the afternoon, visiting the Historical Museum of Sughd, resembling a castle, and the Mausoleum of Sheik Muslekheddin.

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Day 13: Khujand/Tashkent

Visit the Khujand market (largest in Tajikistan) before continuing on to the border. Cross into Uzbekistan and drive to the capital city of Tashkent, where modern skyscrapers mix with Soviet-era architecture and mosaic mausoleums. Enjoy a short orientation walk in the evening before an optional dinner.
Some travellers will be joining the group here as they start their journey into Uzbekistan.

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Day 14: Tashkent

Spend the day freely exploring this unique bustling city. Check out one of the many museums, wander the streets admiring the modern, Soviet-era architecture, venture up Tashkent Tower (which offers city views from its observation deck), or wander through the bazaar.

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Day 15: Tashkent/Samarkand

Travel on to Samarkand, known for intricately beautiful mosques and mausoleums, situated on the Silk Road. Take an orientation walk to familiarize yourself with the neighborhood before embarking on a city tour, visiting Shaki Zinda complex, the bazaar, Bibi Khanum, and Registan Square. We'll also visit the famed Amir Timur Mausoleum, dedicated to the famous conqueror who once hoped to rebuild the empire of Genghis Khan.

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Day 16: Samarkand

With a free day in Samarkand, continue exploring the amazing sights, have a cuppa in a local tea house, or wander around the bazaar. Opt to explore the Tomb of Prophet Daniel, famous for the Biblical story of Daniel and the lions.

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Day 17: Samarkand/Aydar Kŭl Camp

Travel out into the desert to visit Chashma Complex, a pilgrimage site in the territory of Nurata, dominated by ruins of Alexander the Great's fortress, Juma mosque, a bath-house, and the ancient Panjvakta mosque. All of this, hiding a holy spring believed to heal diseases. After exploring the complex, head to Aidarkul Lake and opt for a swim before continuing on for an overnight stay in a local yurt camp. Enjoy an authentic Uzbekistan dinner and an evening Kazakh singing show.

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Day 18: Aydar Kŭl Camp/Bukhara

Travel to Bukhara, known as one of the most charming cities in the country, and get your bearings on an orientation walk. Opt to visit the old city bazaars, enjoy a traditional dinner cooked by a local family, visit a hammam (bathhouse), or just relax in the pleasant atmosphere of this Silk Road city.

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Day 19: Bukhara

Explore Bukhara on a half-day guided walking tour around the beautifully restored mosques, madrassas, and covered markets, or trading domes, that make up the Old City. A centre for pottery, cloth, and carpets, Bukhara is centered around Lyabi-Hauz, a delightful pool of water surrounded by ancient mulberry trees. Wander the artisan shops and narrow twisting streets and alleyways, or sit at a café table and let the evening drift by. Opt to watch a local puppet show held in an old caravanserai, or indulge in a rejuvenating hammam bathhouse.

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Day 20: Bukhara/Khiva

Enjoy a scenic drive through the desert on a full day's journey to reach UNESCO-listed Khiva, well worth the arduous drive. Get to know this peaceful, picturesque city on a late afternoon orientation walk, and pick your favourite spots to explore more in-depth tomorrow.

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Day 21: Khiva

Before exploring this historic town on your own, enjoy a guided tour to learn about local life here. Wander through the narrow labyrinth mudbrick alleyways of old town, bargain with locals at the bazaar, admire the madrassas, mosques, and blue mosaic domes, climb up towering minarets, and venture into the dark dungeons Khiva was infamous for back in the 10th century. Explore the inner walls of Ichon-Qala, and enjoy spectacular sunset views on the sand-coloured buildings.

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Day 22: Khiva/Tashkent

Take a short flight back to Tashkent and enjoy a city tour, then explore on your own with some free time.

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Day 23: Tashkent

Depart at any time.

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Reviews

 

Emily D.,   -  Traveled, August 2023

I have always enjoyed the trips I have taken and felt very well cared for.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/12/2023

 

Adrian B.,   -  Traveled, August 2023

The trip ran smoothly. What was promised was delivered. The CEO were excellent

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/12/2023

 

Vincent P.,   -  Traveled, August 2023

Overall, the programme and places visited met my expectations. Guiding was largely good.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/05/2023

 

Elizabeth M.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

Fascinating part of the world, great CEOs to facilitate our journey, fresh air, organic food, lots of exercise.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/11/2023

 

Melanie F.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

Depends on the type of traveler because it's not luxurious and always affordable but for the right traveler, makes perfect sense.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/22/2023

 

Sharolyn S.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

I have traveled with G Adventures/GEEO three times now, and each experience has been top notch and amazing. I appreciate the sustainable travel and support of local communities and how knowledgeable the guides are.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/02/2023

 

Michael K.,   -  Traveled, October 2023

This tour was just wonderful. Incredible people?s and cultures, a blend of outdoor and historical experiences, great CEOs and amazing travel companions.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/02/2023

 

Darcy S.,   -  Traveled, October 2023

great small group tours that explore local cultures

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/12/2023

 

Andreas Friedrich F.,   -  Traveled, October 2023

It was my first travel with G Adventures and it was a marvelous trip with a nice group of participants, from various countries, all of them interested and open-minded.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/26/2023

 

Rebecca R.,   -  Traveled, October 2023

I enjoy the style of traveling with small groups and supporting local communities

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/01/2023

 

Vivian H.,   -  Traveled, October 2023

G Adventures provides a wide variety of activities and is a dependsble company.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/29/2023

 

Temple H.,   -  Traveled, October 2023

Multi focused itineraries, coupled with off the beaten track explorations and supported by an excellent home base infrastructure of great people

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 12/05/2023

 

Ann G.,   -  Traveled, September 2023

I have always liked how G provides authentic connection with the country and it's culture. G balances adventure with support very well. It is well organised, provides some truly amazing and unexpected experiences and plans the itineraries well. This was my 7th G Adventures and every one has been 10++_

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 11/02/2023

 

Llinos R.,   -  Traveled, August 2023

Everything is well organised and the tours include the best highlights of the places visited.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 10/05/2023

 

Yu Ting F.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

able to join as individual traveler

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/01/2023

 

Catherine G.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

I would very much recommend g for certain areas of the world. As well, I would always remind people that it is group travel and highlight the advantages of group travel and things to consider when deciding whether to join a tour. Having said that, I am quite comfortable recommending g

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/23/2023

 

Emma K.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

Good options of tours to different places. Great for single travellers.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/29/2023

 

Flurina F.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

it's a good way to travel alone and meet other like minded people.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/15/2023

 

Alice R.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

GAdventure is an easy and nice way to see the country you want. Also it's usually the best quality/price

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 09/12/2023

 

Lucy H.,   -  Traveled, July 2023

Just a really well run operation and have enjoyed all my G Adventures tours

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/19/2023

 

Anne K.,   -  Traveled, June 2023

I have been traveling with G Adventures for many years now and have had many memorable experiences, they are very thouough in all their dealings, following up on issues raised and help you along the way in the booking process, I have no hesitation recommending them to newbies to travel or veteran travellers as realisable and giving a guaranteed fantastic experience.

Source: Tour operator   Submitted: 08/01/2023

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