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- Platinum Operator
- Explore!
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Medium Intensity
- Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
- Guided in English
- Group Size 7 - 18
- Ages 16+
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Ashgabat's unique cityscape
- Visit the ancient fortress of Nissa
- Discover the ruins of ancient Merv
- Tour the historic city of Bukhara
- Walk through the walled city of Khiva
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Trip starts in Ashgabat. Free morning and afternoon city tour
- Day 2 In Ashgabat, visit Sunday market and Nissa Fortress; free afternoon
- Day 3 Drive to Mary stopping at Kaka Oasis
- Day 4 From Mary, explore the ancient site of Merv; afternoon visit to Mary Historical Museum
- Day 5 Drive across the border to Bukhara (Uzbekistan); afternoon orientation walk
- Day 6 In Bukhara, discover the Ark Citadel, Emir's Palace and Char Minar Mosque
- Day 7 Free day in Bukhara for further exploration
- Day 8 Drive through the Kyzylkum desert to Khiva
- Day 9 In Khiva, orientation tour of the Old City; drive to Urgench to take sleeper train to Samarkand
- Day 10 In Samarkand, discover Registan Square, Gur Emir Mausoleum and Bibi-Khanym Mosque
- Day 11 In Samarakand, visit Ulug-Beg Observatory and the Shah-i-Zinda; free afternoon
- Day 12 Drive to Tashkent, explore the city and ride the Tashkent Metro
- Day 13 Tour ends in Tashkent
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Sport Hotel (or similar)
HotelDays 1, 2Sport Hotel
HotelDays 1, 2Hotel Mary (or similar)
HotelDays 3, 4Hotel Mary
HotelDays 3, 4Royal Bukhara Hotel (or similar)
HotelDays 5, 6, 7Asal Boutique Hotel
HotelDays 5, 6, 7Feruzkhan Hotel
Hotelday 8Feruzkhan Hotel (or similar)
Hotelday 8Overnight Train from Khiva to Samarkand (or similar)
Sleeper Trainday 9Overnight Train from Khiva to Samarkand
Sleeper Trainday 9Mevlana Hotel
HotelDays 10, 11Hotel Asia Samarkand (or similar)
HotelDays 10, 11Hampton by Hilton Tashkent
Hotelday 12Hotel Inspira-S Tashkent (or similar)
Hotelday 12
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Number of tours
571
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodGood
- APurni· June 2nd, 2023Samarkand was the highlight of my trip due to rich history and greatly preserved ancient architectureShow moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AJane· June 3rd, 2023Architecture in Uzbekistan,Show moreTrip date: May 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AGary· September 22nd, 2023staying in an ex madrassa in the walled city museum that is Khiva.Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AHugh· September 24th, 2023Too many things to mention, but Bukhara and Khiva were certainly highlights. Great hotels in those two.Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AIan· October 5th, 2023Visiting the ancient desert settlements (Turkmenistan) and seeing the amazing city architecture (Uzbekistan).Show moreTrip date: September 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ADebra Grimes· October 8th, 2023Uzbekistan was an incredible place to visit, rich history, stunning architecture, warm culture, wonderful food even for a vegetarian.Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- MMaryBowden· October 28th, 2022Fascinating peek into a country at the crossroads of this part of Asia, taking influences from those who have passed through, those who have conquered and those who have always been hereShow more
Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your feedback. Glad you had a nice trip. The Explore TeamTrip date: October 2022 - AAdrienne· December 23rd, 2019Shukhrat was excellent!Show moreExplore! commented on this reviewThat is great to hear, we are glad you enjoyed your tour. Thanks, The Explore TeamTrip date: May 2019Review collected by Explore!
- AAndrew· December 23rd, 2019I liked the availability of water in the bus. That was a good idea and it saved time.Show moreExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your feedbaclk.Trip date: May 2019Review collected by Explore!
- AKathleen· December 23rd, 2019Our guide for Turkmenistan (Anna) was very helpful. When I asked about the best way of getting to the carpet museum she went out of her way to organise a visit. For me, this was a highlight of the tour and I think you should consider adding it to the itinerary.Show moreExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your feedback, Glad to hear that you had a great trip and that Anna was so helpful in getting you to the carpet museum :)Trip date: May 2019Review collected by Explore!
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Pamela
Asked on December 24th, 2023Does your price include the cost of all visas? Does your price include the cost of airport transfers? Does your price include the cost of lunch and dinner? Will you book a tour for one person; and if so, what would you charge?
Explore!Operator•Written December 2023Turkmenistan visa requires a single entry visa with invitation letter. Visa can be obtained upon arrival, costing $55 to $85 USD plus $14 immigration fee. Uzbekistan visa is free for some nationalities. Airport transfers available to/from Ashgabat International Airport and Tashkent International Airport. Single Land only cost is £2,944.00 per person. 12 breakfasts included, lunch and dinner not included.
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Lawrence
Asked on November 16th, 2022Can you advise of any Covid isolation requirements on entry to Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2022
We recommend checking your local embassy or consulate's website for the latest up to date information. Checking on whether international travel is possible will remain the responsibility of the individual traveller.
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Lawrence
Traveler•Written November 2022Well given that one of the countries in your tour is closed, I'm a little perturbed that you are still happy to sell tours to unsuspecting travellers.
- Explore!Operator•Written November 2022
We haven't got a departure until May so we will continue to monitor and look to make a decision by Feb/early March. if Turkmenistan is still not allowing entry then we would cancel the departure. For sure if we cancel the tour we will refund you all your money or give you an option to transfer money to another departure/another destination.
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