Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Tours & Trips
What if we told you Central Asia's Silk Road is still there to explore? You'll sleep in actual yurts beside Issyk-Kul Lake, wander through Bukhara's ancient bazaars, stand in Samarkand's Registan Square wondering how they built it, learn how they make those felt carpets, watch an eagle hunter work with his bird, and explore Khiva's maze-like streets. Real adventure stuff.
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Robyn • traveled in June
Our Guide Justin was a wonderful mix of historical information to everyday life as well as being enthusiastic about the activities that were on offer throughout the tour. The itinerary was a good mix of things to do as well as quiet time on the bus travelling between destinations. Some days were a little long getting to the hotels which didn't suit us this could have been reduced by shorter lunch breaks or time at highlight stops.
Central Asia 16 days Start in Bishkek - P
Peta • traveled in October
Love G adventures as a small group tour. Travelling throught the Stans was very memorable.
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent - GS
Gary • traveled in October, 2025
this was the most interesting, fascinating and enjoyable trip I have been on...and I have been on quite a few others. It was an area I had never been in before and of which I knew very little. I came away in love with the countries. The pace of the trip was nearly perfect, the accommodations excellent, and the adventures were kind of other worldly. But all that almost pales in comparison when considering the guides...the Guides were as good, as knowledgeable, as friendly and as helpful as any that i could ever imagine. I WANT TO GO BACK!
The Five Stans of The Silk Road
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Central Asia 16 days Start in Bishkek
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent hotels, many in amazing 5 star locations, with wonderful staff. The variety of guides and drivers was superb.”
Jacquelyn, traveled in September
The rich heritage of Kyrgyzstan's Issyk Kul Lake meets Uzbekistan's UNESCO sites on this cultural route. The Gur Emir mausoleum in Samarkand and Bukhara's 500 monuments await your visit. Comfortable 3-star hotels, daily breakfast, and knowledgeable guides illuminate the Silk Road's legacy.
Duration 16 days Destinations Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Steppe Journeys From
- US$4,090
Multi-Stan Adventure - Bishkek to Tashkent
30 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A fantastic experience, very well organised with great guides.”
Michelle, traveled in July
The cultural odyssey through Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan takes you to Song Kul Lake and UNESCO treasures. Traditional yurt accommodation provides authentic stays while visiting Samarkand's Registan Square and walking Khiva's ancient walls. Local craft workshops, mountain valley treks, and genuine homestays showcase these fascinating Central Asian nations.
Duration 23 days Destinations Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan Age Range Ages 12+ Operator G Adventures From $5,349
15% Off- US$4,547You save $802
The Five Stans of The Silk Road
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The day on the south side of Issyk Kul, where we constructed a yurt, met an eagle hunter and watched how a felt rug is made from scratch was then topped off with a local family of musicians performing for us over dinner.”
Jane, traveled in May
The cultural treasures and landscapes of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan unfold before you. Stroll through Bishkek's Oak Park, rest in yurts by Lake Issyk Kul, and watch eagle hunting demonstrations. Marvel at Uzbekistan's legendary Silk Road cities - Samarkand's Registan Square, Bukhara's trading domes, and Khiva's preserved old town.
Duration 21 days Destinations Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Explore! From
15% Off- US$7,200
Check out the slender Burana Tower minaret in ancient Balasagun and the UNESCO-listed Ismail Samani Mausoleum with its 1000-year-old brickwork. Sleep in traditional yurts at Issyk-Kul Lake, watch Kyrgyz carpet weaving, and learn to cook plov at a Samarkand family home. Walk through Bukhara's Ark Fortress, then browse Chorsu Bazaar in Tashkent.
Duration 16 days Destinations Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,395
30% Off- US$3,777You save $1,619
This 23-day trip follows the historic Silk Road through five countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. Trek to the UNESCO-listed Burana Tower, watch traditional berkutchi eagle-hunting in Bokonbaev, and check out the massive ancient ruins at Merv near Mary. Climb Bukhara's 48-meter Kalyan minaret.
Duration 23 days Destinations Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
30% Off- US$8,775
A cultural immersion from Bishkek's Ala-Too Square to Samarkand's Shak-i-Zinda necropolis awaits. Traditional yurts at Son-Kol Lake offer authentic stays, while Osh's ancient bazaar and Bukhara's Ark Fortress reveal centuries of history. Local homestays and cooking demonstrations bring the ancient Silk Road to life.
Duration 27 days Destinations Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Intrepid Travel From $7,435
5% Off- US$7,063You save $372
Central Asia 14 days tour
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent trip highly recommended.”
patrick, traveled in November
Duration 14 days Destinations Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Steppe Journeys From
5% Off- US$3,389
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Best time to visit Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
- Spring 2026
Spring tours through Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are perfectly timed to catch mild temperatures and blooming valleys. Our most popular April-May routes start in Bishkek, where you'll spend a day exploring the city before heading into the Chong-Kemin Valley - it's particularly beautiful when the meadows fill with wildflowers. Several tours include overnight stays in traditional yurt camps along Lake Issyk-Kul's southern shore, and our travelers consistently mention how special it is to wake up to snow-capped mountains reflected in the clear waters. The cultural experiences really shine this time of year - you can learn felt-making in Kochkor, watch eagle hunters demonstrate their ancient skills and participate in traditional bread-making workshops. In Uzbekistan, spring means comfortable temperatures for exploring Samarkand's Registan Square, wandering through Bukhara's trading domes and climbing the ancient walls of Khiva.
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- Summer 2026
Summer brings the chance to really dive into Kyrgyzstan's mountain landscapes, with several routes taking advantage of good weather for hiking in the Jety-Oguz Gorge and around Song Kul Lake. Our travelers particularly enjoy the longer daylight hours for photography in places like Fairy Tale Canyon, where the red sandstone formations catch beautiful evening light. Many summer itineraries include stays with farming families near Karakol, where you can help with traditional yurt building and learn about nomadic life. The high-altitude routes through the Suusamyr Valley are especially popular in July and August, when the plateau turns into a carpet of alpine flowers. Over in Uzbekistan, early morning starts help beat the heat while exploring the ancient cities, and our guides know exactly when to schedule indoor activities like visiting the Konigil paper workshops or learning to cook plov with local families.
- Fall / Autumn 2026
Our popular fall tours weave through Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan, blending outdoor adventures with deep cultural experiences. Starting from Bishkek, travelers wind through the Chon-Kemin Valley where autumn paints the meadows in rich gold. Many of our guests choose to spend nights in traditional yurt camps along Lake Issyk-Kul's southern shore, and they often tell us how magical it feels to see snow-capped peaks mirrored in the clear waters during these crisp mornings. Fall months bring perfect conditions for cultural connections - from hands-on felt-making workshops in Kochkor to watching skilled eagle hunters at work, and joining local families for traditional bread-making sessions. Uzbekistan offers equally engaging experiences in autumn, with pleasant temperatures for exploring Samarkand's Registan Square, discovering Bukhara's merchant domes, and walking the historic walls of Khiva. Our travelers appreciate how these journeys balance activity with cultural depth - you might spend one morning helping construct a yurt, then dedicate your afternoon to studying centuries-old madrasa architecture or learning family plov recipes in local homes.
- popular 34 tours
- October 2026 20 tours
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