Is the March departure guaranteed? How will the Navruz celebration (March 21st) impact the tour? Is the tour avoiding it or even better, potentially taking part in it?

For the March departure, they are confirmed at this point. Regarding Navruz on 21 March, this is actually a very interesting time to visit Uzbekistan. G Adventures itself highlights March as a culturally significant time to visit specifically for Navruz. Navruz is celebrated throughout Uzbekistan, with festivities taking place not only on 21 March but also in the days before and after. There are typically folk celebrations, music and dancing, markets, traditional food such as sumalak and plov, and cultural events. Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva are among the cities where the celebrations can be particularly lively. The tour is not designed to avoid Navruz. However, I would not want to promise that the group will participate in a particular Navruz event, as the exact local celebrations and the tour itinerary can vary from year to year. Overall, travelling around 21 March should give you an opportunity to experience Uzbekistan during one of its most important cultural celebrations.

We are interested in your Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Tour, Oct 19-31, 2026. However, there seems to be only 1 space left. Can you accommodate 2 of us?

Another space has just become available, so we can currently accommodate both travelers on this departure! As availability is limited and spaces can fill quickly, we recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

How much does a single supplement cost?

A single supplement for this date would be an additional USD 559. It is sold out for this date, however it is a dealbreaker we can try request another on with the local team.

Can we have a private tour and adjust the days? We only have 10-11 days holidays.

Unfortunately we can only offer private groups with a minimum of 8 travellers. Can you get 4 more to join?

Can you help me to get the Visa for Turkmenistan?

If you book this tour with us we do help with the application for the Turkmenistan visa.

My wife and i are interested in a combined trip to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. We have a couple of issues. My Wife is 66 years old and a rock climber. I am 73 years old and play tennis daily. But i seem to be outside your age limit. As far as food, we are both vegan and I am gluten free. Will there be anything for us to eat?

On this tour, the age requirement is 12+, no maximum age required. You are definitely welcome to book on this trip! The Vegan meal options are limited but it can be accommodated on tour! In regards to Gluten free options, there are also limited. Once the tour is booked, or at least held for you, we will need to confirm with the local team that we can accommodate it on this trip and that there will be enough options for you.

Can I pay for meals with a credit card?

In larger cities, some restaurants accept credit cards, but it’s always advisable to carry cash.

Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?

Yes, it's mandatory to have emergency medical travel insurance that covers the duration of the tour.

Do I need to apply for a visa for Turkmenistan?

Yes, all nationalities require a visa to enter Turkmenistan. You must apply for a Letter of Invitation through G Adventures at least 40 days before your tour starts.

Do I need to submit any additional documents for my visa?

You'll need to provide important documents along with your visa application, including a valid passport and a COVID-19 vaccination certificate.

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Tashkent
Tashkent
Accommodation
Hotel (Harris Hotel)
Included Activities
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Day 2
Tashkent to Samarkand
Tashkent to Samarkand
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Shahristan Hotel Samarkand)
Included Activities
- Amir Timur Mausoleum Visit
- Orientation With CEO
- Samarkand City Tour
Landmarks
Shaki Zinda
Bibi Khanum
Registan Square
Amir Timur Mausoleum
Day 3
Samarkand
Samarkand
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Shahristan Hotel Samarkand)
Optional Activities
- Tomb of Prophet Daniel Visit (3 USD per person)
Landmarks
Tomb of Prophet Daniel
Day 4
Samarkand to Aydar Kül Camp
Samarkand to Aydar Kül Camp
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Authentic Uzbekistan dinner and evening Kazakh singing show)
Accommodation
Camping (Yurt Camp Stay Aidarkul)
Included Activities
- Chashma Complex and Holy Spring Visit
- Fortress of Alexander the Great Visit
- Overnight in a Yurt
Optional Activities
- Swimming at Aidarkul Lake
Landmarks
Chashma Complex
Fortress of Alexander the Great (Nurata)
Aidarkul Lake
Day 5
Aydar Kül Camp to Bukhara
Aydar Kül Camp to Bukhara
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel As-Salam)
Optional Activities
- Old City Bazaars Visit
- Traditional Dinner Cooked by Local Family
- Hammam (Bathhouse) Visit (35 USD per person)
- Carpet Museum (1 USD per person)
- Chor-Bakr Complex
- Jewish Area and Synagogue Visit (Free)
Landmarks
Lyabi-Hauz
Day 6
Bukhara
Bukhara
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel As-Salam)
Included Activities
- Bukhara City Guided Tour
Optional Activities
- Local Puppet Show in Old Caravanserai
- Rejuvenating Hammam Bathhouse (35 USD per person)
Landmarks
Lyabi-Hauz
Day 7
Bukhara to Khiva
Bukhara to Khiva
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Muso To'ra)
Included Activities
- Orientation With CEO
Landmarks
Khiva
Day 8
Khiva
Khiva
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Muso To'ra)
Included Activities
- Khiva Ancient City Exploration
Landmarks
Ichon-Qala (Khiva Inner Fortress)
Day 9
Khiva to Dashoguz
Khiva to Dashoguz
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Dashoguz)
Included Activities
- Border Crossing (Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan)
- Kunya-Urgench City Visit
Landmarks
Kunya Urgench
Day 10
Dashoguz to Darvaza
Dashoguz to Darvaza
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Barbecue dinner)
Accommodation
Camping (Darwaza Camping)
Included Activities
- Guided Tour of Dashoguz City
- Darvaza Gas Crater Visit
Landmarks
Darvaza Gas Crater (Gates of Hell)
Kara-Kum Desert
Day 11
Darvaza to Ashgabat
Darvaza to Ashgabat
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Mud Crater Visit
- Sand Dunes of Karakum Desert
Optional Activities
- Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque (Gypjak Mosque) Visit
Landmarks
Karakum Desert Sand Dunes
Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque (Gypjak Mosque)
Day 12
Ashgabat
Ashgabat
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ashgabat City Tour
- Ancient Settlement of Nisa
Optional Activities
- Ertugrul Gazi Mosque Visit (Free)
Landmarks
Monument of Independence
National Museum of History and Ethnography
Ancient Settlement of Nisa
Ertugrul Gazi Mosque
Day 13
Ashgabat
Ashgabat
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Shaki Zinda
Bibi Khanum
Registan Square
Amir Timur Mausoleum

Landmarks
Tomb of Prophet Daniel

Landmarks
Chashma Complex
Fortress of Alexander the Great (Nurata)
Aidarkul Lake

Landmarks
Lyabi-Hauz

Landmarks
Lyabi-Hauz

Landmarks
Khiva

Landmarks
Ichon-Qala (Khiva Inner Fortress)

Landmarks
Kunya Urgench

Landmarks
Darvaza Gas Crater (Gates of Hell)
Kara-Kum Desert

Landmarks
Karakum Desert Sand Dunes
Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque (Gypjak Mosque)

Landmarks
Monument of Independence
National Museum of History and Ethnography
Ancient Settlement of Nisa
Ertugrul Gazi Mosque

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Harris Hotel
Hotel
day 1
Shahristan Hotel Samarkand
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Yurt Camp Stay Aidarkul
Camping
day 4
Hotel As-Salam
Hotel
Days 5, 6
Hotel Muso To'ra
Hotel
Days 7, 8
Hotel Dashoguz
Hotel
day 9
Darwaza Camping
Camping
day 10

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4.8

Overall rating based on 4 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
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4.7
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.3
Food
4.3
Tour Operator
4.7

Patrick4.0•August 2026
Nice Tourguides, very well organised and lot of history with good information during the trip. I can recommend this...
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Daniel5.0•June 2025
The trip was a wonderful experience. Hotels were nice. Travel arrangements excellent. The guides were outstanding.
Traveled in April 2025
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Elizaveta5.0•May 2025
Very good itinerary, excellent CEOs, lot's of unforgettable moments and monuments. It is a real discovery of modern...
Very good itinerary, excellent CEOs, lot's of unforgettable moments and monuments. It is a real discovery of modern life and rich history of these coutriesShow more
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Thank you so much for your review, Elizaveta! We are delighted to know that you enjoyed your time with us and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the near future!
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Fiona5.0•May 2024
This tour exceeded all my expectations! The cities we went to were amazing, the food and accommodation were...
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Hello Fiona We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your adventure with us. We hope to see you on another G Adventure again soon.
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Olga
Asked on September 18th, 2026
Is the March departure guaranteed? How will the Navruz celebration (March 21st) impact the tour? Is the tour avoiding it or even better, potentially taking part in it?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written September 2026
  For the March departure, they are confirmed at this point. Regarding Navruz on 21 March, this is actually a very interesting time to visit Uzbekistan. G Adventures itself highlights March as a culturally significant time to visit specifically for Navruz. Navruz is celebrated throughout Uzbekistan, with festivities taking place not only on 21 March but also in the days before and after. There are typically folk celebrations, music and dancing, markets, traditional food such as sumalak and plov, and cultural events. Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva are among the cities where the celebrations can be particularly lively. The tour is not designed to avoid Navruz. However, I would not want to promise that the group will participate in a particular Navruz event, as the exact local celebrations and the tour itinerary can vary from year to year. Overall, travelling around 21 March should give you an opportunity to experience Uzbekistan during one of its most important cultural celebrations.
S
Stephen
Asked on July 27th, 2026
We are interested in your Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Tour, Oct 19-31, 2026. However, there seems to be only 1 space left. Can you accommodate 2 of us?
Group size
Price / Availability
- G AdventuresOperator•Written July 2026
  Another space has just become available, so we can currently accommodate both travelers on this departure! As availability is limited and spaces can fill quickly, we recommend booking as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
N
Nathan
Asked on April 2nd, 2026
How much does a single supplement cost?
Single supplement
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2026
  A single supplement for this date would be an additional USD 559. It is sold out for this date, however it is a dealbreaker we can try request another on with the local team.
L
Laurie
Asked on August 4th, 2025
Can we have a private tour and adjust the days? We only have 10-11 days holidays.
Tour Details
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written August 2025
  Unfortunately we can only offer private groups with a minimum of 8 travellers. Can you get 4 more to join?
M
Marilyn
Asked on May 10th, 2025
Can you help me to get the Visa for Turkmenistan?
Visa
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2025
  If you book this tour with us we do help with the application for the Turkmenistan visa.
- M
  Marilyn
  Traveler•Written May 2025
  Could you check whatever I did online and confirm everything for Visa is OK before I purchase the air ticket?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2025
  Our Operations team will review the application and contact you if there are any issues. We cannot advise the status of the Invitation as it has to go through to the Turkmenistan consulate. We advise to just book your flights when you are ready, but would recommend that you do not purchase non changeable /non refundable airfares
G
Graham
Asked on January 21st, 2025
My wife and i are interested in a combined trip to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. We have a couple of issues. My Wife is 66 years old and a rock climber. I am 73 years old and play tennis daily. But i seem to be outside your age limit. As far as food, we are both vegan and I am gluten free. Will there be anything for us to eat?
Age Range
Meals
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  On this tour, the age requirement is 12+, no maximum age required. You are definitely welcome to book on this trip! The Vegan meal options are limited but it can be accommodated on tour! In regards to Gluten free options, there are also limited. Once the tour is booked, or at least held for you, we will need to confirm with the local team that we can accommodate it on this trip and that there will be enough options for you.
- G
  Graham
  Traveler•Written January 2025
  We need to book a flight to Tashkent, should we arrive in Tashkent on the day before, May 22? We fly out of Ashgabat, should we plan on leaving on June 5th? What is your advice. I'd like to look into the flights before booking.
- G AdventuresOperator•Written January 2025
  On day 1, May 23, nothing is planned for the day except for the welcome meeting, which is usually at 6pm. You can definitly arrive on the same day! Arriving a day before is great if you wanted to spend some time in the city on your own. On the last day, June 4th, nothing is planned. It's a departing day and a departure transfer is included.
M
Michiel
Asked on December 28th, 2024
Can I pay for meals with a credit card?
Meals
Payments
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  In larger cities, some restaurants accept credit cards, but it’s always advisable to carry cash.
R
Ryan
Asked on December 22nd, 2024
Is travel insurance mandatory for this tour?
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  Yes, it's mandatory to have emergency medical travel insurance that covers the duration of the tour.
D
Doris
Asked on December 15th, 2024
Do I need to apply for a visa for Turkmenistan?
Visa
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  Yes, all nationalities require a visa to enter Turkmenistan. You must apply for a Letter of Invitation through G Adventures at least 40 days before your tour starts.
E
Erich
Asked on November 3rd, 2024
Do I need to submit any additional documents for my visa?
Visa
- G AdventuresOperator•Written November 2024
  You'll need to provide important documents along with your visa application, including a valid passport and a COVID-19 vaccination certificate.

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