
- Number of tours
- 17
- Age Range
- 1-89
- Number of reviews
- 126
- Response rate
- 92%
- Response time
- 8 hours
Steppe Journeys Reviews (126)
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John
Written on December 17th, 2025All the guides were good and the fact they had diverse backgrounds and beliefs added interest to the tour. Sam, our Turkmenistan guide, was a standout. He went …Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear John Thank you very much for your kind and valuable review on the trip. Hope you really had a great time in Central Asia with and enjoyed nature, history and culture of Stan’s. Thank you Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys & team. - JW
Janine
Written on December 10th, 2025Uzbekistan - Worth the trip! Communication, organization during the trip and our tour guide were very, very good. Many thanks to the team (Mohamed, Ibordat, Mu…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Janine Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy you enjoyed your trip to Uzbekistan and felt well taken care of. Mohamed, Ibordat, Muna, Lola and our driver will love hearing your kind words. Great to know the hotels, transport and overall organization worked well for you — and that you felt safe the whole time. It was a pleasure to have you with us. Hope to see you again one day for more adventures in Central Asia ! Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys and team. - DH
Desmond
Written on December 6th, 2025Communications with Odil of Steppe Journeys before we made our booking was excellent. All queries were answered promptly and in detail. Once our tour began cont…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Desmond, Thank you so much for sharing such a wonderful and detailed review of your journey with Steppe Journeys. It truly means a lot to hear that your experience before and during the tour met your expectations, and that our guides, drivers, and team members were able to make your journey smooth, comfortable, and memorable. We are especially happy to know that the communication, border crossings, and day-to-day arrangements were seamless and stress-free for you. Your kind words about our local team and the authentic insights you gained from them are exactly what we strive to offer every traveler. It was a real pleasure organizing your adventure through the Stans, and we hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable journey in Central Asia. Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys - LS
Lumen
Written on November 29th, 2025The guides were excellent and provided wealth of knowledge and experience. I was particularly worried being solo female tourist with dietary needs (vegetarian/p…Read more 
Farrry
Written on November 28th, 2025I recently traveled with Steppe Journey Travel Company from Tashkent to Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva — and honestly, everything was perfect. Our hotels were…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Farah Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt review! It truly means a lot to our entire Steppe Journeys team. We are delighted to hear that your journey through Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva was such a memorable experience. Amethyst Hotel in Samarkand and Zarafshan Boutique in Khiva are indeed guest favorites, and we’re glad they exceeded your expectations. It’s wonderful to know that our guides — Azoz, Zara, Shanaz, and Bek — made your trip special with their knowledge, passion, and warm hospitality. We’re very proud of our team, and your kind words will surely make their day. We are especially happy that the itinerary felt smooth, comfortable, and magical for you — comparing it to wandering through Agrabah from Aladdin is one of the most unique compliments we’ve ever received! Thank you as well for recognizing our organization and communication. It was a pleasure assisting you, and we’re thrilled that TourRadar helped make this connection possible. Your recommendation means the world to us. We hope to welcome you back to Central Asia again soon for another unforgettable adventure! Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys- PG
Praveen
Written on November 4th, 2025Had a wonderful tour of Uzbekistan with Steppe Journeys. Special mention of and profuse thanks to Mr. Khostor Bek, Manager of tour operator who went out of wa…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Praveen Thank you for the kind review of your trip. We are extremely happy to hear you enjoyed the trip. Unfortunately your spouse and daughter could not join you during the whole trip due to their visa issues, however we hope they will be able to come in nearest future and we will make 50% discount for them on their trip to Uzbekistan. Thank you Odil Steppe Journeys - JP
John
Written on November 4th, 2025This was an excellent and very professionally run tour from start to finish. The hotels that were booked exceeded our expectations. We had a stunning view or th…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear John Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re extremely happy to hear that you enjoyed your Uzbekistan journey with Steppe Journeys and that the hotels, guides, and driver made your experience so memorable. It’s great to know you loved the Registan view in Samarkand and the unique stay in the converted madrassa in Khiva — two of our favorite highlights too! We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Bek, Abdul, Marabou, Ezoz, Lola, and Ana — they’ll be thrilled to hear your appreciation. We truly enjoyed having you travel with us and hope to welcome you back again for another adventure in Central Asia! Warm regards, Odil & the Steppe Journeys Team ???? www.steppejourneys.com 
Natalie
Written on October 25th, 2025We loved our trip with Steppe Journeys. We took this tour as a base and Odil and his team changed it to an individual tour according to our wishes. It was an am…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Natalie We are so happy to read your wonderful feedback! It was truly a pleasure organizing your customized Uzbekistan tour and ensuring that every part of your journey ran smoothly. We’re especially glad that you enjoyed the company of our local guides; they take great pride in sharing not only the history and architecture but also the daily life and culture of our country. Thank you for recommending Steppe Journeys! We hope to welcome you back again soon — perhaps for a longer adventure across Central Asia next time! Warm regards, Odil Akhmedov & the Steppe Journeys Team- EM
Elin
Written on October 24th, 2025We loved our tour of Uzbekistan. The guides were excellent and everything went like clockwork. I will definitely recommend Bek and his team to my friendsSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Elin Thank you very much for your kind feedback on the tour and we are happy to hear you enjoyed your holiday in Uzbekistan. We will look forward again to welcome to visit other central Asian countries again. With warm regards Odil and Steppe Journeys team. - AO
Antony
Written on October 21st, 2025Central Asia in Three Weeks --------------------------- The Central Asia Combined Silk Road Tour (21-day trip) had everything. Mountains, deserts, lakes and…Read moreSteppe Journeys commented on this review
Dear Antony Thank you very much for sharing your thoughtful and detailed feedback — we truly appreciate the time you took to reflect on your 21-day Central Asia Combined Silk Road Tour. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the diversity of landscapes, cultures, and experiences across the region — from the mountains and deserts to the historic cities of Bukhara and Khiva, which we’re delighted were among your favorites. We’re especially pleased that you recognized the efforts of our team members — Nurissa, Natasha, and Bek — and that our quick response in arranging a replacement guide and an extra night in Khiva helped make your trip smoother and more enjoyable. Your kind acknowledgment means a lot to us and to our guides. At the same time, we sincerely appreciate your constructive suggestions regarding border coordination, local guide communication, and logistics around Nofin/Gazza and the Anzob Tunnel. We completely understand how these situations affected your experience, and we’ve already started refining our frontier-handling procedures to ensure both sides of each border stay in active phone contact with travelers. We’re also reviewing the Fan Mountains routing and accommodation selection to minimize unnecessary driving and maximize time in scenic areas. Your feedback helps us continue improving our tours for future guests — thank you again for your honesty and for trusting Steppe Journeys to show you Central Asia. We hope the memories of the Silk Road, the desert skies, and the warmth of the people will stay with you for a long time. With warm regards and gratitude, Odil Akhmedov Steppe Journeys ???? www.steppejourneys.com | ✉️ info@steppejourneys.com
Questions & Answers
Is there a dress code?
In general you can dress how you wish as if you were in your home country. However when entering open mosques during sightseeing it is recommended for women to cover their heads with light scarf and wear shorts that are longer than knee length.
Is WIFI available?
WIFI is usually available in all hotels however sometimes there can be an additional charge for this, you also have the option of using the internet at a local cafe.
What is the voltage so I can charge my devices?
Voltage throughout the region is 220-250V. You will find in most of the hotels there are European-style sockets with 2 round pins. You may wish to take an adaptor if yours is different.
Are you able to drink the tap water?
It is recommended to always drink bottled water rather than tap water, bottled water will be readily available for you.
What is the local language?
Generally through Central Asia, Russian is the 'second language' and people in the service and tourism sectors often speak English and a range of other European languages. Official languages are: Uzbekistan = Uzbek, Kazakhstan = Kazakh, Kyrgyzstan = Kyrgyz , Turkmenistan = Turkmen. These all belong to the Turkish language group.
Is it possible to use credit cards?
Merchants will generally prefer you to pay in cash however in any high standard hotels you will be able to pay via Mastercard or Visa without any issues.
Are we able to change money and what is the local currency?
Only four currencies are convertible in Central Asia which are; US dollar, Euro, UK pounds and Japanese yen. There are exchange offices located at airports on arrival, hotels and local banks to change any money you wish. Uzbekistan's currency is 'soum', Kazakhstan 'tenge', Kyrgyzstan 'sum', Tajikistan 'somoni' and Turkmenistan 'manat'.
What is the weather like in central Asia?
You will find that Uzbekistan has a strictly continental climate: summer is hot and winter is cold. The best time to travel in that area is spring, summer or autumn; if you like dry cold with a snowy winter then it is best to visit in winter as it can be very beautiful also at that time.
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