Wonders of Central Asia 5 Stans in 19 Days

19 days/18 nights
Small Group (2-13)
Any Date
Average Age: 45-75
Breakfast
Price:
5,361USD
5,866USD

The Highlights of the Tour

Reveal the secrets of Kazakhstan - the ninth largest country in the world Travel to beautiful Issyk Kul Lake one of the world’s few remaining ancient lakes and the second-largest alpine lake on the planet Try exotic national dishes like Kazakh beshparmak, Asian pilaf, kumis and many others Admire the hypnotic sulfur flames of Darvaza burning gas crater Plunge into historical atmosphere of Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva - the important sites of the Great Silk Road
Beshparmak - Darwaza - Uzbek bread - Bukhara - Samarkand

ITINERARY

Introduction

Central Asia offers some of the most exotic and unique wonders one can ever see on the planet. Our Uncover Wonders of Central Asia Tour is a great chance to explore all that mind-blowing natural and cultural gems of 5 Stans, namely Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan in just 19 days. The exploration will include beautiful Big Almaty Gorge, legendary Issyk Kul Lake, stunning Seven Lakes and mysterious Darvaza gas crater and much more. Just contact our tour managers and we will start working on your life-enriching Asian adventures!

Day 1 - Arrival - Almaty City Tour

Day 2 - Almaty - Medeo - Almaty

Medeo - manti masterclass
This day you will visit the picturesque area near Almaty known for its natural gems. The first stop will be in Medeo (25 km) and Shymbulak Mountain resorts where you will have a chance to take a ski lift and reach a height of 3200 meters to enjoy the fresh mountain air and nice views. On your way back to Almaty (30 km) there will be a stop at the Falcon Farm where people in traditional hunter costumes conduct shows with trained birds - falcons, eagles, owls, vultures, and others.
Overnight: Hotel in Almaty
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Almaty - Bishkek

Day 4 - Bishkek - Issyk Kul

Day 5 - Issyk Kul - Cholpon Ata - Grigorevka Gorge - Bishkek

Day 6 - Bishkek - Tashkent

Day 7 - Tashkent City Tour

Day 8 - Tashkent - Samarkand

Day 9 - Samarkand - Panjakent

Day 10 - Panjakent - Seven Lakes - Samarkand

Day 11 - Samarkand - Bukhara

Day 12 - Bukhara City Tour

Day 13 - Bukhara - Farab - Turkmenabat - Mary

Day 14 - Mary - Ashgabat

Day 15 - Ashgabat City Tour

Day 16 - Ashgabat - Darvaza Gas Crater

Day 17 - Darvaza - Koneurgench - Khiva

Day 18 - Khiva - Urgench - Tashkent

Day 19 - Departure

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

  • All airport and land border transfers
  • Accommodation in hotels (twin/dbl shared)
  • Meals: breakfast at the hotels, lunches and dinners as per program
  • Services for private A/C car with driver as per program (vaccinated drivers)
  • Escort English – speaking guide for all days (vaccinated guides)
  • Train tickets: Tashkent-Samarkand
  • Domestic air tickets: Urgench-Tashkent, Mary-Ashgabat
  • Entrance fees to the sites listed
  • Show program in Bukhara and show with hawks in Kazakhstan
  • Mineral water 0.5 L per day/per person
  • Visa support LOI for Turkmenistan
  • Bishkek-Tashkent flight

The tour price doesn't include

  • International flight tickets
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visa consular fees
  • Video and photo charges
  • Porterage
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Services not included in the itinerary
  • 3* Single supplement563 USD
  • Extra night127 USD

GUARANTEED TOUR DATES

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from Almaty/Tashkent
19
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May 6, 2020

to Tashkent/Almaty

6,198 USD

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Aug 13, 2025

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Sunday

Aug 31, 2025

to Tashkent

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Aug 20, 2025

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Sep 7, 2025

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Sep 3, 2025

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Sunday

Sep 21, 2025

to Tashkent

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Sep 17, 2025

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Sunday

Oct 5, 2025

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Apr 22, 2026

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Sunday

May 10, 2026

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Apr 29, 2026

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Sunday

May 17, 2026

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Wednesday

May 6, 2026

from Almaty
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Sunday

May 24, 2026

to Tashkent

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May 20, 2026

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Sunday

Jun 7, 2026

to Tashkent

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Wednesday

Jun 3, 2026

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Jun 21, 2026

to Tashkent

5,361 USD

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Private tour

Any date

from Almaty/Tashkent
19
days
Individual

May 6, 2020

to Tashkent/Almaty
Space left

2+

6,198 USD

Wednesday

Aug 13, 2025

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Aug 31, 2025

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

Wednesday

Aug 20, 2025

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Sep 7, 2025

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

Wednesday

Sep 3, 2025

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Sep 21, 2025

to Tashkent
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2

5,361 USD

Wednesday

Sep 17, 2025

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Oct 5, 2025

to Tashkent
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3

5,361 USD

Wednesday

Apr 22, 2026

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

May 10, 2026

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

Wednesday

Apr 29, 2026

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

May 17, 2026

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

Wednesday

May 6, 2026

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

May 24, 2026

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

Wednesday

May 20, 2026

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Jun 7, 2026

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

Wednesday

Jun 3, 2026

from Almaty
19
days
Sunday

Jun 21, 2026

to Tashkent
Space left

13

5,361 USD

TRIP REVIEWS (20)

Daniel and Theresa Kenneth

Hello Hayku,

I hope all is well with you. The trip to the 5 Stans was really great! As it was my second booking with Arara after the Caucasus trip I had no doubt you will take care of us and arrange a wonderful experience.

I am really grateful for your efforts. The trip met our expectations and we are super happy we visited this part of the world. I wish we could spend more time in Khiva, it was a very lovely town.

The dinner at Darvaza crater and the sunset were fantastic, we loved this part of the tour.

Theresa and I loved Samarkand. The guides were all good, though I would highlight Serdar in Turkmenistan and Maria in Kyrgyzstan. They were super caring and knowledgeable. Our fellow travelers were all great, we spent a fantastic time with them. I like that your groups are small, it makes us feel comfortable and makes the communication between the participants and guides easy.

Thank you again for the wonderful trip.

Best wishes to you and Arara

Daniel and Theresa Kenneth

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Susan Oliver

Hi Hayku,
Just wanted to say thanks for an amazing trip! Every detail was thought through — from the airport pickups to the packed lunches on long drive days. The hotels you chose for us were great.

The trip was intense but balanced, and I loved the mix of cultural immersion and nature.

As we are physically fit, the trip perfectly matched our age.

Looking forward to joining one of your Caucasus tours next year :)
Kind regards,
Susan Oliver

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Jan and Marlies

Dear Inga and Arara Team,
We’re back from our 19-day adventure and already missing it! The variety of experiences – from city tours in Tashkent and Ashgabat to the natural beauty of Issyk Kul and Darvaza – was exactly what we were looking for.

We did not experience any inconvenience through the tour, it was well planned and the guides were brilliant! There was a small issue with our hotel room in Samarkand (it wasn’t ready when we arrived), but our coordinator Ani sorted it out within 15 minutes and even arranged complimentary tea for us while we waited. The local guide Bobur in Bukhara was especially fantastic – he brought history to life.

Thanks for making our trip smooth and memorable!
All the best,
Jan and Marlies

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TRIP MAP

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WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

OWN AGENCY IN ARMENIA AND GEORGIA

With agencies operating in Georgia, we are able to provide clients with the best price and quality services.

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

We choose only the best hotels located in the city center close to the main sights.

GUIDES WITH 8+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 8 years. All our guides are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

THE BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET FOR HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE

With Arara you book at first hand from a qualified local Armenian agency. Avoid surcharges applied by intermediaries and save money!

LICENSED AIR CONDITIONED TRANSPORT

We provide our tourists with comfortable air-conditioned transport. All our drivers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Travelers on the tour mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada

We host over 3,000+ tourists per year. Our clients are mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada. Average age of our travelers is from 45 to 80. Our groups consist of travelers from all genders. There are solo travelers in most of our groups.

TRIP ACCOMMODATION

Fatima Hotel (Bukhara)

Kazakhstan (Almaty)

Discovery (Bishkek)

Karven Hotel (Issyk Kul)

Grand Art Hotel (Tashkent)

Arba (Samarkand)

Umariyon Hotel (Panjakent)

Rangrez (Bukhara)

Qibla Tozabog Hotel (Khiva)

PACKING CHECKLIST

Documents:

Passport, flight ticket (printed or electronic), insurance, visa (if required)

Essential:

Moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, a camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

Credit cards and cash:

Credit cards can be used in all capital/big cities at hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. EUR, USD and GBP can be exchanged into the local currency at exchange places and banks.

Other:

First-aid kit (plaster, antibacterial gel, cold medicine), umbrella

Spring / Autumn:

Light clothing and clothing with long sleeves for a cool evening, rainproof shoes and raincoat in case of rain

Summer:

Light clothing preferably made of natural fabric, a hat for sun protection, sunglasses

Winter:

Warm clothing, coats, waterproof warmed shoes, scarf, gloves

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