Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, UzbekistanCentral Asia: Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan
Arrive at any time. In the evening, meet your CEO and new crew that you'll be traveling with in a welcome meeting, followed by an optional dinner together. Then hit the town for your First Night Out, the chance to get to know your new travel buds!
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Accommodation
Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.
Xonpalace Hotel
Start today with some breakfast and an orientation walk of Tashkent. Check out the neighborhood alongside your CEO, then head out to explore the city how you'd like! Opt to join a Tashkent city tour or take a day trip to see the impressive Institute of Sun. This evening, climb aboard the overnight train en route to Khiva.
Tashkent Orientation Walk
Join your CEO for a orientation walk through Tashkent. Get to know the area around your hotel better explore some of this awesome city.
Free Time
Spend the day free to explore Tashkent however you'd like!
Basic Overnight Train (beds)
Experience overnight travel like a local. Sit back and get some well-earned (and likely much-needed) rest en route to your next stop.
Optional Activities - Day 2Show
After a full nights sleep aboard the train, choose to have some breakfast in the dining car or enjoy the views as you chug along. Pull into Khiva around noon, drop your bags, then head out on an orientation walk. Spend the afternoon free to explore the city of Khiva however you want. Perhaps visit one of Khiva's most important landmarks, the Islam Khadija Minaret or take a tour of the City Wall.
Khiva Orientation Walk
Explore a bit of Khiva alongside your group on an orientation walk.
Free Time
Spend the afternoon free to explore Khiva.
Optional Activities - Day 3Show
Accommodation
Caravan Inn
Today you are free to explore this incredible ancient city. In the evening, head to the train station to travel to Bukhara. We'll head straight to the hotel upon arrival.
Free Time
Enjoy the morning free in Khiva.
Train
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Accommodation
Kavsar Guest House
Get a feel for your adventure in Bukhara by starting the day with an orientation walk of the area. Then today is yours to explore the city! Visit some of the incredible Hammams (traditional public baths), or join a guided tour of Bukhara.
Free Time
A full day to explore Bukhara is on the docket for today!
Bukhara Orientation Walk
Explore the neighborhood of Bukhara alongside your group to get a lay of the land.
Optional Activities - Day 5Show
Accommodation
Kavsar Guest House
Bukhara, a historic and important stop along the Silk Road, is today a beautiful piece of living history. The UNESCO World Heritage Site, Old Town Bukhara, with its stone alleyways and colorful tiles, will have you feeling transported to an ancient time. Enjoy another day free to explore this beautiful place before taking a train to Samarkand in the evening.
Free Time
Spend the day exploring this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Train
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Optional Activities - Day 6Show
Accommodation
Old Town Samarkand Guest House
The great city of Samarkand was once a rich trading and intellectual center of the Silk Road. Now known for its melting pot of culture and grand architecture, today is yours to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site.
Free Time
Spend today at leisure to explore Samarkand.
Optional Activities - Day 7Show
Accommodation
Old Town Samarkand Guest House
This morning we depart Uzbekistan and drive to Tajikistan. Shortly after crossing the border, stop at Panjakent Bazaar and wander through the stalls of food, clothes and unique finds. Head out and continue the drive to Padrud Village for the night. On the way, we'll visit four of the breathtaking Seven Lakes in the Fan Mountains. These lakes shine with different colors of blues, greens, purples and turquoises. Grab your camera and take in the incredible views.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Border Crossing (Uzbekistan to Tajikistan)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Panjakent Bazaar
Visit the colorful Panjakent Bazzar. Walk through the fragrant stalls, delicious local food stands and locally made home goods being sold.
Marguzor Lakes
Visit 4 of the 7 lakes of Marguzor and admire the stunning natural beauty of Tajikistan.
Accommodation
Marguzor Family Homestay
After breakfast at the guesthouse, hike from Lake 6 to the incredible Lake 7. This remote lake is only accessibly by hiking and is well worth the trek. After arriving, enjoy a scenic picnic next to the lake before hiking back to the village. This evening, chow down on a well deserved Tajikistani barbecue.
Hike Marguzor Lakes 6 & 7
Start at Lake 6 and hike to the majestic lake 7 of the 7 Marguzor Lakes. Lake 7, arguably the most beautiful is reached only on foot. With nothing but rocky mountains and crystal blue water in sight, admire the incredible scenery of Tajikistan.
Accommodation
Marguzor Family Homestay
Travel across the border back to Uzbekistan today. After the journey, enjoy a restful evening in Samarkand.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Border Crossing (Tajikistan to Uzbekistan)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Enjoy a free evening to chill in Samarkand.
Accommodation
Old Town Samarkand Guest House
Take a morning train to Tashkent, where it all began! Spend the rest of the day at leisure in the capital city of Uzbekistan. This evening, join your group for a Big Night Out in the city!
Free Time
Spend the rest of the day free to adventure through or relax in Tashkent.
Train
Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.
Your Big Night Out Moment: Big Night Out in Tashkent
Hit the local bars out on the town tonight during your Big Night Out!
Accommodation
Xonpalace Hotel
Hop in the van for a trip across the border to Kazakhstan. Drive to Shymkent and join your CEO on an orientation walk of the city before enjoying the afternoon to explore.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Border Crossing (Uzbekistan to Kazakhstan)
Cross the border between Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. Have your passports handy.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Shymkent Orientation Walk
Join your CEO on an orientation walk to get to know Shymkent, known as the "Green City." With it's rich history and interesting culture, we'll see the lively markets and other must-see spots.
Free Time
Spend the afternoon free to explore the historic Silk Road city, Shymkent.
Accommodation
Express City Hotel
Drive to the totally instagramable Ugam Chatkal National Park. Join a fun 16km hike to Sayram Su Lake for a cute lakeside picnic with the crew. Hike Back to Shymkent to relax this afternoon.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Sayram Su Lake Hike
Hike to the beautiful Sayramsu Lake. We'll be hiking to the Lower Nizhniy Sayram Su Lake. It's 8 km one way and the elevation gain is 650 m. Even as a longer hike, this trek is rated as easy to moderate hike, with few steep sections. At the top we will be greeted with beautiful views of Sayram Ugam National Park and the Sayram River Valley.
Accommodation
Express City Hotel
Drive to Taraz today. This city is not visited by many tourists now but was once a major rest stop along the Ancient Silk Road. Take an orientation walk around the town then opt to visit the Taraz Museum to see the remains of this historic place.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Taraz Orientation Walk
Alongside your CEO, take a tour of Taraz, one of the oldest and smallest cities in Kazakstan. What this town lacks in size, you'll quickly learn how it makes up for it with its fascinating history.
Free Time
Enjoy some free time in historic Taraz.
Optional Activities - Day 14Show
Accommodation
Zhambyl Hotel Taraz
Cross the border into the next Stan - Kyrgyzstan, and drive to Bishkek. Your trip ends upon arrival. If you opt to attend the farewell dinner with the group, please do not book onward travel prior to 10 pm. Otherwise, we suggest booking onward travel after 6 pm.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Border Crossing (Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan)
Ready for a little more ink in your passport? Grab your bags and get ready to check another country off your bucket list.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
