Your trip starts when you land at the Almaty airport. A driver will wait for you after you go through your passport and customs checks. He will have a sign with your name. He will take you straight to your hotel. Check into a cosy hotel room to prepare for a day of seeing the sights in Almaty.
5 Stan Countries Tour: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan Adventure
Central Asia tour Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan is a 14-day journey that takes you through the heart of Central Asia, showcasing the region's rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and diverse cultures. This multi-country tour Central Asia covers the iconic cities of Almaty, Bishkek, Samarkand, and Bukhara and provides an unforgettable Silk Road adventure.
Discover Central Asia UNESCO World Heritage sites and immerse yourself in the cultural heritage tour Central Asia with visits to historical landmarks such as the Registan Square in Samarkand and the Ark Fortress in Bukhara. Explore the modern and historical highlights of Tashkent, Pendjikent, Merv, and Ashgabat itineraries designed to enrich your journey.
This Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Turkmenistan Uzbekistan tour includes accommodation, excursions, entrance fees, and meals, offering a seamless Central Asia travel package for adventure seekers.
Five Stans Tour details:
- Duration: 14 days
- Price:
- 4-star hotels: $3,641 (double), $3,966 (single)
- 3-star hotels: $3,200 (double), $3,669 (single)
- Hurry to secure your spot! Spring tour dates are now available: March 28, 2025, April 14, 2025, April 21, 2025 and April 28, 2025.
As professionals in organizing Central Asia tours, we ensure every detail is perfectly planned for an enriching and hassle-free experience.
Note: Cancellations made 24 hours or more before the start of the tour will receive a full refund.
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Tour to Central Asia
Day 1: Arrive in Almaty (Kazakhstan)
Day 2: Excursion Almaty, breakfast
Wake up to a yummy breakfast. Get ready for a fun day. A guide will show you Almaty. Hear incredible tales of bravery in a park. This park remembers 28 brave soldiers. You'll also see a big church named the Ascension Cathedral. Visit the busy Green Bazaar. Learn about Kazakhstan at Republic Square. Here, you'll see a giant monument to freedom. But the fun isn't over yet! In the afternoon, you'll visit the lovely Ile-Alatau National Park, see the tall Medeu mountains, and have a blast at the Shymbulak ski resort, which has fantastic views. After a busy day, you'll head back to Almaty. You'll be full of memories.
Day 3: Fly to Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan), Excursion Bishkek, breakfast
After breakfast, you'll go to the airport. You'll fly to Bishkek, the central city in Kyrgyzstan. When you land, the guide will meet you. Then, you'll start a fun city tour of Bishkek.
You'll see the big Ala-Too Square, the old Lenin Statue, and the big White House. You'll learn about Kyrgyz history at the Manas Statue and the Mikhail Frunze Museum. You'll walk in quiet Oak Park and see the beauty of the Opera and Ballet Theater.
Your day ends at the square with the eternal flame. You can walk along Manas Avenue and enjoy the city's busy culture. After a full day, you'll check into your hotel. Here, you can rest and get ready for the next day.
Day 4: Ulak-Tartysh horse game, fly to Tashkent (Uzbekistan), breakfast, lunch
Your day starts with breakfast. Then, you head to the village of Don-Aryk. It's a mystery-filled place. On the way, you visit the old Burana Tower. It's world-famous and full of history.
Next, you watch the Ulak-Tartysh game. It's an exciting horse game with skilled riders.
Then, you eat lunch with a Kyrgyz family. You learn how yurts are made. Your great day ends with a trip to Bishkek airport. Then, you fly to Tashkent. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel in the city centre to settle in and prepare for the Uzbek portion of the tour.
Day 5: Excursion Tashkent by train to Samarkand, breakfast
After breakfast, you'll go on a fun tour of Tashkent. First, you'll see Khast-Imam. It's a place with a lot of history. You can see hairs from the Prophet Muhammad and an old Quran there. Next, you'll visit Chorsu Bazaar. It's a busy market. You can buy spices, dried fruits, and great gifts there.
See the beauty of Amir Timur Square and Independence Square, too. Visit the Monument of Courage as well. Then, check out the art at the Museum of Applied Arts.
As evening comes, you'll head to the train station. You'll take the "Afrosiyob" train, which is fast to Samarkand. A driver will meet you at Samarkand train station and take you to your hotel. Here, you can think about what adventures tomorrow might bring.
Day 6: Depart to Seven Lakes in Fann Mountains (Tajikistan), breakfast, dinner
After breakfast, you will start a fun trip to Tajikistan's hidden spots. Soon, you will smoothly head to the border. You will cross it by yourself, and this is when your incredible journey starts.
Once across, you enter a world of beauty. Your guide and driver will take you to the Seven Lakes in the Fan Mountains. Each lake, from calm Nezhigon to bright Hazarchashma, is different in colour: deep blue, bright green, and light blue. These lakes are stunning.
As day turns into night, you will stay in a cosy guest house in Padrud, a small, charming village.
Day 7: Excursion Pendjikent, depart to Samarkand (Uzbekistan), breakfast
After breakfast, you go to Penjikent. This city was vital on the Silk Road. It still has a rich past. Your trip back in time starts at the Museum of Ancient Panjakent. There, you will see art from long ago, from the 5th and 6th centuries. Next, you will check out the Penjikent Bazaar. It shows you local life and traditions.
To finish this tremendous cultural trip, you will cross the border from Tajikistan to Uzbekistan and continue the tour in Uzbekistan. Your day ends in the magical city of Samarkand, known for its legends. You will stay at a hotel in the heart of the old town.
Day 8: Excursion Samarkand by train to Bukhara, breakfast
After an excellent breakfast, you'll see the great city of Samarkand. It's a particular spot noted by UNESCO. Your trip starts at Registan, the core of Samarkand. Here, three big schools stand. They show the area's bold and fun designs. Next, you'll visit Gur-Emir's large tomb. It's wrapped in old tales. You'll also see the tombs of Rukhabad and Ak-Saray. Each holds its secrets.
The Bibi-Khanym Mosque is next. It's a grand example of old Muslim art. You'll also visit the Siab Bazaar. It's full of life, bright colours, spices and fresh bread scents. You'll also see the Hazrat Khizr Mosque and the Shahi Zinda complex. Every stone there tells a tale of the past.
Your day ends at the Ulugbek Observatory. Here, ancient star studies come alive, showing the smarts and grandeur of old scholars. You'll go to the train station at the end of your day. The Afrosiab train will take you to the magical Bukhara. Once there, you'll be in the heart of the city. In a cosy hotel that feels like the past, you can rest and dream of what's next.
Day 9: Excursion Bukhara, breakfast
After a great breakfast, you'll start a fun walk. A local guide will take you through Bukhara's pretty streets. This city has an entire history. First, you'll see the Samanid Mausoleum, an old, beautiful brick building.
Next, you'll visit the Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum. Then, it's off to the vast Bolo-Hauz Mosque.
Your next stop is the Ark. This big fort holds many old secrets. One is Zindan, the old jail, with stories from the past. Then, you'll see the Poi-Kalyan area. It has the Kalyan Minaret. There, you'll also see the Kalyan Mosque and the Miri Arab Madrasah. They tell Bukhara's unique story.
Next, you'll visit Lyabi-Hauz. It's a lovely square in Bukhara. Around a pond, it has old buildings like the Madrasahs Kukeldash and Khanaka.
Your last stop is Chor-Minor. It's a special place with a unique look and history.
This day in Bukhara will bring you great memories and teach you much about this grand city's history.
Day 10: Excursion Old Merv (Turkmenistan), fly to Ashgabad, breakfast
After breakfast, you start the next part of your trip. You will go to the Farab border, which takes you from Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan. Turkmenistan has a lot of history, and you will like it when you cross the border. A guide and driver will meet you there.
Your first stop in Turkmenistan is Old Merv, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There, you will see Sultan Sanjar's tomb, old ruins, and Mohammed ibn Zayed's tomb.
Next, you will see prominent forts at Erk Kala and Gaur Kala. You will also see what's left of a Buddhist temple and the ruins of Kyz-Kala.
To end your Merv tour, you will go to Mary Airport. Then, you fly to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan's capital. Once there, you will stay in a nice hotel. Here, you can rest and think about your day.
Day 11: Excursion Ashgabat, depart to Gaz crater, breakfast, dinner
After an excellent breakfast, you'll head out for a fun day in Ashgabat with an intelligent guide. First, you'll check out the giant, old Nisa Fortress. It's pretty special. Next, you'll see the Turkmenbashi Ruhi Mosque. It shows off the rich culture of Turkmenistan.
Your tour of Ashgabat takes you to important spots. You'll see the massive Independence Monument and the Main Museum. You'll be amazed by the Arch of Neutrality's excellent design. A stroll by the Presidential Palace Square lets you see significant, new buildings. You'll also stop by the pretty Ertogrul Gazi Mosque and the big Wedding Palace Bagt Koshgi.
The highlight is a drive through the Karakum Desert to the Darvaza gas crater called the "Door to Hell."
In the evening, you'll get to a traditional yurt camp. It's an excellent spot for photos of the crater pit at night. The day wraps up with dinner under the stars. You'll enjoy the stunning view and the force of nature here.
Day 12: Excursion Kunya-Urgench, leave for Khiva (Uzbekistan), breakfast
After breakfast, you travel to the Shavat border, where you cross from Turkmenistan into Uzbekistan. On the way, you'll see Kunya-Urgench. It was a prominent trade place on the Silk Road and once led to Khorezm. It's known worldwide for its old buildings and sites.
You'll see the big Ak-Kala fort and the high Mamun Minaret. You'll visit the graves of Il-Arslan and Sultan Tekesh, which tell the area's long history. Next, you'll see the Kutlug-Timur Minaret, one of the tallest in Central Asia. You'll also see the graves of Seyit Ahmet and the grand Turabek-Khanum, which show a unique style and history.
After seeing Kunya-Urgench, you'll move to the Turkmen-Uzbek Shavat border. When you cross the border, a friendly Uzbek driver will meet you and take you to Khiva. This city is famous for its well-kept buildings and mysterious feel. You'll check into a hotel inside the Ichan-Kala fortress. Here, you can relax and enjoy its unique charm and deep history.
Day 13: Excursion Khiva, fly to Tashkent, breakfast, dinner with a master class
After breakfast, you'll go on a great walk. A local guide will show you around. You'll visit Ichan-Kala, an old fort. It's a unique spot with 51 prominent, old places on UNESCO lists.
You'll explore the fort's tight streets. You'll look at old buildings. They'll share stories of the past and the area's culture. It'll feel like going back in time.
The tour ends with a goodbye meal. You'll try local food and learn to make tukhumbarak, a dish from the Khans. The cooking class is a fun way to learn about local food.
Next, you'll head to Urgench Airport for your flight to Tashkent. Upon landing, a driver will meet you and take you to the hotel. You'll have quiet time to think about your trip.
Day 14: Departure Tashkent, breakfast
On your last day in Central Asia, have a big breakfast at your hotel in Tashkent. Think about all the fun memories you made. After you leave the hotel, we'll take you to the Islam Karimov International Airport. As you fly up, leaving Central Asia's beautiful views behind, you'll start to plan your next trip here. This place mixes old and new uniquely, and there's always something new to find. Goodbye, Tashkent, until we see each other again!
Cultural and Historical Exploration
Central Asia is a land of unparalleled cultural and historical richness, shaped by the confluence of civilizations, empires, and trade routes. Its unique story is woven through the region’s architectural legacies, ancient traditions, and enduring cultural practices.
Central Asia’s Golden Era
The region’s Golden Era marked a time of prosperity, intellectual flourishing, and artistic achievement. This period saw the rise of world-class scholars like Avicenna and Al-Farabi, who made groundbreaking contributions to science, medicine, and philosophy. The legacy of this intellectual enlightenment continues to inspire the world today.
Influences That Shaped Central Asia
The history of Central Asia reflects the imprint of great empires and cultures:
- Persian Influence: The Achaemenid Empire brought architectural innovation and administrative advancements.
- Greek Influence: Following Alexander the Great’s conquests, Hellenistic culture mingled with local traditions, evident in ancient settlements and artifacts.
- Chinese Influence: The spread of Buddhism and the Silk Road trade enriched the region’s spiritual and economic fabric.
- Islamic Khanates: These khanates transformed the region into a hub of Islamic learning, architecture, and trade.
The Silk Road and Ancient Capitals
Central Asia was the beating heart of the Silk Road, connecting the East and West. Cities like Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva served as thriving ancient capitals, bustling with merchants, artisans, and travellers. These cities still stand as a testament to the ingenuity of master-craftsmen and the multicultural exchange fostered by the Silk Road.
Architectural Legacies and Nomadic Tribes
The region’s architectural legacies, such as the intricate tilework of Samarkand’s Registan and the fortified walls of Khiva, showcase centuries of innovation and artistry. Beyond the cities, the influence of nomadic tribes is deeply embedded in Central Asia’s culture, seen in traditions like yurt-making and horseback games.
Exploring Central Asia is not just a journey through geography but a voyage through time, where every site and tradition echoes the greatness of its past civilizations.
Visas to Central Asian countries
Citizens of the EU, New Zealand, Australia, and Turkey do not need a visa to visit Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan for up to 30 days..
However, a visa to Turkmenistan is mandatory for all foreign citizens.
Turkmenistan visa process:
- Visa support: We provide visa support required to obtain the visa.
- Visa issuance at the border: With the provided visa support, the visa can be issued directly at the Turkmenistan border on the day of crossing.
Required documents for visa support:
- A colour copy of the passport in PDF format.
- A passport-sized photo.
- Details: place of work, position, residential address, and contact information.
Important:
The process of obtaining visa support for Turkmenistan takes at least one month. Please submit the required documents in advance to ensure smooth visa processing and issuance.
You can also find detailed information about visas for each country by clicking the respective button below:
About the borders between the Central Asian countries indicated in the tour program and the process of crossing them.
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Our bespoke itineraries are perfect for you, crafted to include all the must-see travel highlights. From private trips to small group tours, we guarantee a seamless journey tailored to your schedule and interests.
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Whether you dream of an expansive multi-country tour or a deep dive into one nation’s culture through a single-country tour, we design trips for you that deliver both comfort and immersion.
With our local guides, we provide unique experiences like visiting architectural marvels, exploring the Silk Road, and engaging in traditional craft-making sessions.
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For you, we offer the chance to explore Central Asia in ways few others can. From tailor-made vacations to multi-country tours, our goal is to make your journey unforgettable. Let us create your dream itinerary today!
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Exploring Central Asia Through the Eyes of Our Travelers
We often hear how Central Asia's unique blend of history and culture leaves a lasting impression. Our travellers share stories about the region's transformation during Russian or Soviet rule and the rich narratives they uncover on an ancient countries tour. Many commend the deep history learning opportunities and the vibrant social environment they encounter during their trips.
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At the heart of our mission is to create unforgettable memories and provide unmatched experiences for every traveller. Through their feedback, we continue to bring the wonders of Central Asia to life in every step of the journey.
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Accommodation in 3* Hotel / Valid from 2 people
Double/twin room
$3,200
Single room
$3,669
Accommodation in 4* Hotel
Double/twin room
$3,641
Single room
$3,966
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Included
- Accommodation in a standard double/twin room.
- Air tickets in economy class for the following routes:
- From Almaty to Bishkek.
- From Bishkek to Tashkent.
- From Mary to Ashgabat.
- From Urgench to Tashkent.
- Train tickets in economy class for:
- Meals as per the program (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
- All excursions as per the program with an English-speaking accompanying guide.
(Guides in German, Spanish, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, Chinese, and Russian are available upon request.) - Cost of entrance tickets, as per the program.
- Transportation with air conditioning for the entire tour.
- One bottle of mineral water (1.5 litres) per person per day.
- Photo and video fees during city tours.
- Visa support for Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan (if required).
For further details, please visit the respective visa or train ticket pages.
Not Included
- international flight to Almaty and from Tashkent;
- early check-in and late check-out from the hotels;
- personal cash expenses;
- excess baggage, which is more than 20 kg;
- travel insurance;
- visa cost to Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan.
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