More information on the Five Stans tour itinerary, inclusions, and accommodations

Accommodation includes Hotel (17 nights), Guest House (1 night), Tourist Yurt Camp (3 nights), Home Stay (2 nights). Transport by Private Vehicle, Flight, Metro, High Speed Train. Meals include 23 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners. Tour includes multiple activities across Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan with cultural experiences like mosque visits, city tours, national parks, and local demonstrations.

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I will be 78 years old at time of the trip—haven't booked yet. I am in reasonable shape typical for my age. Although it mentions that you can be 99 years old for the trip, I want to be cautious and relatively certain that I am physically able to enjoy the trip.

I may go as a single person —not sure.

What is the cancellation policy for reservations?

Cancellations are accepted with terms varying based on how close to the departure date they are made; it's advisable to review these before booking.

How much is the single supplement - if any since single rooms are not guaranteed?

A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 3 (camping), Day 13 (homestay), Day 18 (homestay) and Days 20 and 21 (yurt camp), where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. If you'd like to have this added on upon booking the additional cost would be $1,185.

How many people are in a typical tour group?

The maximum group size for this tour is 12, with a tour leader and a driver accompanying you.

Is there support available for obtaining the visa?

Our local operator can apply for the Letter of Invitation (LOI) on your behalf after your booking is confirmed. Please ensure to submit all documents a couple of months before traveling to allow enough time for processing.

Is there flexibility with the booking process?

We offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours. Afterward, a deposit is required to confirm your space.

What about the availability of hygienic water bottles in the hotels as well on the tour? Do hotels have tea / coffee making hot water kettle?

We are vegetarian, can eat eggs but no meat or fish. Will the tour guide help us in finding the vegetarian food / snack for the times when the meals are not covered by the tour?

Can I add extra accommodation after booking?

Yes, if you'd like to book pre or post accommodation, please inform us your preferred dates and we can help arrange it.

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Central Asia: Five Stans Express

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From Ashgabat to Bishkek

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The Central Asia tour was extremely enjoyable and included a varied mix of history, old and new cities along the Silk Road.
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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
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Itinerary

Day 1
Ashgabat
Included Activities
- Welcome meeting with group leader and fellow travellers
- Dinner with local Turkmen cuisine
Optional Activities
- Explore the area near your hotel if arriving early
Day 2
Ashgabat
Included Activities
- City tour of Ashgabat
- Visit Ertugrul Gazi Mosque
- Visit Independence Monument
- Visit Turkmenbashy Ruhi Mosque
- Visit Anau ruins
Landmarks
Ertugrul Gazi Mosque
Independence Monument
Neutrality Arch
Turkmenbashy Ruhi Mosque
Anau ruins
Day 3
Darvaza Crater
Meals
Dinner (Turkmenistan-style dinner at desert camp)
Included Activities
- Visit Darvaza Gas Crater
- Sunset viewing at crater
- Dinner at desert camp
Optional Activities
- Explore Ashgabat at own pace in the morning
Landmarks
Darvaza Gas Crater
Day 4
Ashgabat - Kunya Urgench - Khiva
Included Activities
- City tour of Kunya Urgench
- Visit Kunya Urgench Mosque
- Visit Kunya Urgench Mausoleum
- Visit Gutlug Timur Minaret
Landmarks
Gutlug Timur Minaret
Day 5
Khiva
Included Activities
- Visit Kalta Minor Minaret
- Visit Mohammed Amin Khan Madressa
- Explore Kuhna Ark (citadel)
- Visit Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum
- Visit Islom Hoja Minaret
- Visit Juma Mosque
- Explore Tosh-Hovli Palace
Landmarks
Kalta Minor Minaret
Mohammed Amin Khan Madressa
Kuhna Ark
Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum
Islom Hoja Minaret
Juma Mosque
Tosh-Hovli Palace
Day 6
Khiva to Bukhara
Included Activities
- Visit Lyabi-Hauz Plaza
- Visit Taki Zargaron Trading Dome
Landmarks
Lyabi-Hauz Plaza
Taki Zargaron Trading Dome
Day 7
Bukhara
Included Activities
- Visit Sitorai Mohi Khosa Palace
- Visit Ark Fortress
- Visit Ismail Samani Mausoleum
Optional Activities
- Visit Bolo Hauz Mosque - Free
- Visit Chor Minor - UZS4000
- Visit Kalon Minaret & Mosque - UZS6000
- Visit Ulugbek Madrasa - Free
Landmarks
Sitorai Mohi Khosa Palace
Ark Fortress
Ismail Samani Mausoleum
Bolo Hauz Mosque
Chor Minor
Kalon Mosque and Minaret
Ulugbek Madrasa
Day 8
Bukhara to Samarkand
Included Activities
- Visit Gur-Amir Mausoleum
Optional Activities
- Visit Registan Square illuminated at night
Landmarks
Gur-Amir Mausoleum
Registan Square
Day 9
Samarkand
Meals
Lunch (Lunch at ancient bazaar, including local sweets (Khalva) and pomegranate juice), Dinner (Home-cooked plov dinner with local family)
Included Activities
- Visit Shak-i-Zinda Necropolis
- Visit Bibi Khanum Mosque
- Visit ancient bazaar
- Visit Registan Square
- Plov cooking demonstration and family visit
- Home-cooked dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit medieval observatory of Ulug Beg
Landmarks
Shak-i-Zinda
Bibi Khanum Mosque
Registan Square
Day 10
Samarkand to Tashkent
Day 11
Tashkent
Included Activities
- City walking tour of Tashkent
- Visit Amir Timur Square
- Metro tour
- Visit Chorsu Bazaar
Optional Activities
- Visit Khast Imom complex
- Visit State Museum of History of Uzbekistan - UZS50000
Landmarks
Amir Timur Square
Chorsu Bazaar
Khast Imom Complex
Day 12
Tashkent to Khujand
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Jami Mosque
Optional Activities
- Visit History Museum - Free
Landmarks
Jami Mosque
Day 13
Khujand to Iskanderkul Lake - Sary Tag Village
Included Activities
- Visit Iskanderkul Lake
- Visit local waterfall (Niagara)
- Visit Zmeinnoe Lake
- Explore Sary Tag village
Landmarks
Iskanderkul Lake
Zmeinnoe Lake
Shahriston Pass
Day 14
Sary Tag to Dushanbe
Meals
Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit Hissor Fort
Landmarks
Hissor Fort
Anzob Pass
Day 15
Dushanbe
Included Activities
- Visit Navruz Palace
- Visit Rudaki Square and Ismail Somoni Monument
- Visit Museum of National Antiquities
Landmarks
Navruz Palace
Rudaki Square
Ismail Somoni Monument
Museum of National Antiquities of Tajikistan
Day 16
Dushanbe to Almaty
Day 17
Almaty
Included Activities
- Visit Central Square
- Visit Zenkoff Cathedral
- Visit Panfilov Park
- Visit Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments
Optional Activities
- Visit Central State Museum - Free
Landmarks
Central Square
Zenkoff Cathedral
Panfilov Park
Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments
Day 18
Almaty to Saty Village - Charyn Canyon
Included Activities
- Visit Charyn Canyon National Park
Landmarks
Charyn Canyon
Day 19
Saty - Kolsay Lakes - Karakol
Meals
Lunch (Lunch during hike)
Included Activities
- Hike to Kolsai Lakes
- Visit Kaindy Lake
- Visit Dungan Mosque
- Visit Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral
- Explore local market
Landmarks
Kolsai Lakes
Kaindy Lake
Dungan Mosque
Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral
Day 20
Issyk-Kul Lake
Meals
Lunch (Picnic lunch at Fairy Tale Canyon)
Included Activities
- Drive along south shore of Lake Issyk-Kul
- Visit Jety Oguz (Seven Bull Valley)
- Visit Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon
- Stay in yurt camp
Landmarks
Lake Issyk-Kul
Jety Oguz
Skazka Canyon
Day 21
Issyk-Kul Lake
Meals
Lunch (Home-cooked lunch with local family)
Included Activities
- Visit local families to learn about yurts
- Yurt workshop
- Visit local family for felt-making demonstration
- Home-cooked lunch
Day 22
Issyk-Kul to Bishkek
Meals
Lunch (Home-cooked lunch with local Kyrgyz family at Don Aryk)
Included Activities
- Visit Burana Tower
- Home-cooked lunch with Kyrgyz family
- Orientation walk with leader
Landmarks
Burana Tower
Day 23
Bishkek
Meals
Dinner (Final group dinner to celebrate the journey through the Five Stans)
Included Activities
- City walking tour of Bishkek
- Visit Ala-too Square
- Visit Dubovy (Oak) Park
- Final group dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Osh Market
Landmarks
Ala-too Square
Dubovy Park
Osh Market
Day 24
Bishkek
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Ertugrul Gazi Mosque
Independence Monument
Neutrality Arch
Turkmenbashy Ruhi Mosque
Anau ruins

Landmarks
Darvaza Gas Crater

Landmarks
Gutlug Timur Minaret

Landmarks
Kalta Minor Minaret
Mohammed Amin Khan Madressa
Kuhna Ark
Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum
Islom Hoja Minaret
Juma Mosque
Tosh-Hovli Palace

Landmarks
Lyabi-Hauz Plaza
Taki Zargaron Trading Dome

Landmarks
Sitorai Mohi Khosa Palace
Ark Fortress
Ismail Samani Mausoleum
Bolo Hauz Mosque
Chor Minor
Kalon Mosque and Minaret
Ulugbek Madrasa

Landmarks
Gur-Amir Mausoleum
Registan Square

Landmarks
Shak-i-Zinda
Bibi Khanum Mosque
Registan Square

Landmarks
Amir Timur Square
Chorsu Bazaar
Khast Imom Complex

Landmarks
Jami Mosque

Landmarks
Iskanderkul Lake
Zmeinnoe Lake
Shahriston Pass

Landmarks
Hissor Fort
Anzob Pass

Landmarks
Navruz Palace
Rudaki Square
Ismail Somoni Monument
Museum of National Antiquities of Tajikistan

Landmarks
Central Square
Zenkoff Cathedral
Panfilov Park
Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments

Landmarks
Charyn Canyon

Landmarks
Kolsai Lakes
Kaindy Lake
Dungan Mosque
Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral

Landmarks
Lake Issyk-Kul
Jety Oguz
Skazka Canyon

Landmarks
Burana Tower

Landmarks
Ala-too Square
Dubovy Park
Osh Market

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YELENA
December 12th, 2024
The Central Asia tour was extremely enjoyable and included a varied mix of history, old and new cities along the Silk...
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Thank you for your lovely review, Yelena! It sounds like you had a fantastic time away along the Silk Road. This is definitely a bucket list experience and we are so glad it was a memorable one for you. We will be sure to pass along your kind words to Svetlana and Ejesh's managers. We appreciate your recognition of your local guides and hosts as well. We are excited to see you again when the time comes! All the best for your end of year and into 2025!
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Graham
Asked on December 7th, 2025
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Tour Details
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2025
  Accommodation includes Hotel (17 nights), Guest House (1 night), Tourist Yurt Camp (3 nights), Home Stay (2 nights). Transport by Private Vehicle, Flight, Metro, High Speed Train. Meals include 23 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners. Tour includes multiple activities across Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan with cultural experiences like mosque visits, city tours, national parks, and local demonstrations.
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Ian
Asked on October 12th, 2025
how much are the air fairs how many flights are there how much extra money approximately will I
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  Ian
  Traveler•Written October 2025
  how much extra dollars will i need for food not covered
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written October 2025
  There's one internal flight on this trip and for international flights, TourRadar will be able to assist, we will send you the link to get the quote once the booking is confirmed. Additional amount you may need to budget for meals not included in the trip can vary depending on personal preferences, such as where and what you choose to eat. We recommend reviewing the detailed itinerary on our Intrepid website, which clearly indicates the meals included each day. This will help you plan and budget accordingly for the meals that are not covered.
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Nicholas
Asked on July 1st, 2025
I will be 78 years old at time of the trip—haven't booked yet. I am in reasonable shape typical for my age. Although it mentions that you can be 99 years old for the trip, I want to be cautious and relatively certain that I am physically able to enjoy the trip.
Age Range
Tour Details
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  Nicholas
  Traveler•Written July 2025
  I may go as a single person —not sure.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written July 2025
  The physical rating for this trip is at 3 out of 5. Which means, this trip will raise your heart rate. Moderate physical activities are included, and a good level of fitness is required. We would advise you to go through the itinerary thoroughly to see if the activities are something you can manage.
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Jose
Asked on March 18th, 2025
What is the cancellation policy for reservations?
Payments
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  Cancellations are accepted with terms varying based on how close to the departure date they are made; it's advisable to review these before booking.
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Naomi
Asked on March 7th, 2025
How much is the single supplement - if any since single rooms are not guaranteed?
Single supplement
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written March 2025
  A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 3 (camping), Day 13 (homestay), Day 18 (homestay) and Days 20 and 21 (yurt camp), where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. If you'd like to have this added on upon booking the additional cost would be $1,185.
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Laura
Asked on February 12th, 2025
How many people are in a typical tour group?
Group size
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  The maximum group size for this tour is 12, with a tour leader and a driver accompanying you.
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Horst
Asked on January 31st, 2025
Is there support available for obtaining the visa?
Travel Support
Visa
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2025
  Our local operator can apply for the Letter of Invitation (LOI) on your behalf after your booking is confirmed. Please ensure to submit all documents a couple of months before traveling to allow enough time for processing.
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Jacobus
Asked on December 24th, 2024
Is there flexibility with the booking process?
Payments
Travel Support
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  We offer a complimentary hold on the trip for 48 hours. Afterward, a deposit is required to confirm your space.
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Josh
Asked on December 9th, 2024
What about the availability of hygienic water bottles in the hotels as well on the tour? Do hotels have tea / coffee making hot water kettle?
Accommodation
Tour Details
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  Josh
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  We are vegetarian, can eat eggs but no meat or fish. Will the tour guide help us in finding the vegetarian food / snack for the times when the meals are not covered by the tour?
- J
  Josh
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  Since the flight reaches during night time in Ashgabat, will your company do booking in the hotel so that we can get the room at night time on arrival? Also please clarify if we want to arrive one day prior to that, can you do one night pre tour booking for us and with that will someone will come to receive us at the airport on our arrival?
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  Josh
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  Do we need to register at the Turkmenistan Embassy in Australia or with the smart traveller? Is it safe in Turkmenistan?
- J
  Josh
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  What is our group size for the 5 stan tour departing on the 9th June 2025? Will there be any travellers from other tour operators or only from the Inspiring vacations in Australia and New Zealand?
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Most hotels provide bottled water and tea/coffee facilities. Our tour leader will assist in finding vegetarian options, including snacks when meals aren't covered. The 9th June 2025 departure is currently confirmed with 4 passengers, and we have successfully run many tours in the region. Group size is Min 1 - Max 12. There will be only Intrepid travellers on this itinerary.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  A complimentary arrival transfer is included for this trip. This can be offered if you are arriving on day 1 of the trip or if pre-accommodation is booked at the same tour starting point hotel. Pre-nights can be booked through us or directly with the hotel. For your confirmed airport arrival transfer, your driver will wait for you in the arrival hall after you've cleared customs and received your luggage, holding an Intrepid sign.
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  Turkmenistan is safe as long as local rules are followed. You can register with your embassy for peace of mind. All travellers require a visa and a Letter of Invitation for Turkmenistan. Our local operator can apply for the LOI on your behalf.
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Jose Antonio
Asked on September 29th, 2024
Can I add extra accommodation after booking?
Accommodation
- Intrepid TravelOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, if you'd like to book pre or post accommodation, please inform us your preferred dates and we can help arrange it.

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Kazakhstan
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Kyrgyzstan
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Tajikistan
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UZS
Uzbekistan Sum
Uzbekistan
Plugs & Adapters
As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, I. As a traveler from Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.
Type C
Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
Type E
Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
Type F
Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan
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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Kazakhstan.Kyrgyzstan.Tajikistan.Turkmenistan.Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan.Kyrgyzstan.Tajikistan.Turkmenistan.Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan.Kyrgyzstan.Tajikistan.Turkmenistan.Uzbekistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan.Kyrgyzstan.Tajikistan.Turkmenistan.Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan.Kyrgyzstan.Tajikistan.Turkmenistan.Uzbekistan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Kazakhstan.Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Kazakhstan.Tajikistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Tajikistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
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