For exciting road trip affectionados and country collectors alike, join us as we take you to five of the countries in Central Asia, that is Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
During the tour you’ll be visiting the main highlights of these countries, giving you the opportunity to sample the flavours of each nation as well as experiencing the interactions between them.
The tour begins in the Turkmenistan capital of Ashgabat, for a city tour, before heading to Darvaza, better known as the Gates of Hell – the burning crater. You’ll then cross into Uzbekistan to visit the mythical cities of Bukhara and Samarkand. Next on the agenda is to enter Tajikistan to visit Dushanbe, Khujand, and the famous Iskanderkul Lake within the Fann Mountains. Then we depart for Uzbekistan; here, you’ll explore the capital, Tashkent, and its post-soviet theme park. During your time in Osh, you’ll wonder around the best of Kyrgyzstan and its incredible vibe. Finally, the tour concludes in Almaty, the trendiest city of Central Asia, which completely contrasts with the rest of the region!
You will not only get to meet people as diverse as its geography but bear witness to extraordinarily rich histories and exquisite beauty.
Our Five Stans Budget tour uses our hop on or hops off model, meaning you join or combine the winding route as you like or for the entire adventure to see all of what Central Asia offers.
Group | Start Date | End Date | Duration | Price | Single Supplement (optional) |
Full Tour (All Groups) | Oct. 2nd | Oct. 19th | 18 days | $2895 | $800 |
Group A: Turkmenistan | Oct. 2nd | Oct. 5th | 4 days | $745 | $200 |
Group B: Uzbekistan (Bukhara) & Tajikistan (Dushanbe) | Oct. 5th | Oct. 9th | 5 days | $895 | $160 |
Group C: Tajikistan (Dushanbe) & Uzbekistan (Tashkent) | Oct. 9th | Oct. 11th | 3 days | $395 | $140 |
Group D: Uzbekistan (Tashkent) & Kyrgyzstan (Bishkek) | Oct. 11th | Oct. 13th | 3 days | $595 | $210 |
Group E: Kyrgyzstan (Bishkek) & Kazakhstan (Almaty) | Oct. 14th | Oct. 18th | 5 days | $895 | $170 |
Group F: Kazakhstan | Oct. 18th | Oct. 19th | 2 days | $195 |
Monday 2nd October – Ashgabat, Turkmenistan (Group A begins)
Tuesday 3rd October – Ashgabat – Gates of Hell
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Wednesday 4th October – Gates of Hell – Ashgabat
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Thursday 5th October – Ashgabat – Turkmenabat – Farab – Bukhara, Uzbekistan (Group B begins)
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Friday 6th October – Bukhara – Giduvan – Samarkand
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Saturday 7th October – Samarkand
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Sunday 8th October – Samarkand – Penjikent – Dushanbe, Tajikistan
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Monday 9th October – Dushanbe – Iskanderkul Lake – Khujand (Group C begins)
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Tuesday 10th October – Khujand – Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Wednesday 11th October – Tashkent (Group D begins)
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Thursday 12th October – Tashkent – Kokand – Osh, Kyrgyzstan
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Friday 13th October – Osh – Bishkek
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Saturday 14th October – Bishkek – Cholpon Ata (Group E begins)
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Sunday 15th October – Cholpon Ata – Karakol
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Monday 16th October – Karakol
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Tuesday 17th October – Karakol – Charyn Canyon – Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Wednesday 18th October – Almaty (Group F begins)
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Thursday 19th October – Almaty
Want to extend your YPT adventure? Join one of our great tour extensions
• Full visa support for all countries including Letter of Invitation for Turkmenistan
• Accommodation on twin share basis
• Transportation to complete the itinerary
• Airport transfers but only on day of tour
• Breakfasts
• Camp dinner at Darvaza (Turkmenistan)
• YPT & local English-speaking guides throughout the tour
• Entrance fees unless stated otherwise
• Turkmenistan Visa on arrival at Ashgabat Airport ($85 depending on your nationality)
• Immigration tax at Ashgabat airport ($14)
• International flights
• Pre-tour / post-tour accommodation ($100 per night)
• Single supplements (see chart)
• Airport transfers not on tour dates ($30)
• Lunches and dinners
• Photo/video fees at sites ($2-$10 depending on the site)
• Tips for guides (not obligatory, and up to your personal discretion)
• Personal expenses, souvenirs and drinks
• Travel insurance
We have expert guides ready to help answer any questions you may have.
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