Experience the living history of the Silk Road and their breathtaking landscapes across 3 countries of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan on this immersive 17-day guided small group expedition through Central Asia. Journey from the tranquil shores of Issyk-kul and Song Kol staying in traditional yurts to the towering peaks of the Tien Shan Mountain Range and Chychkan River. Discover the ancient heart of trade in Samarkand, the sacred Sulaiman-Too mountain in Osh, and the historic ruins of Panjakent. Enter a world of forgotten empires, where you'll uncover the secrets of silk weaving and Rishton ceramics with master artisans – two of the most important items traded on the Silk Road. Share home-cooked meals with local families, join cooking classes and experience homestays as you forge deep connections that echo the enduring spirit of this storied land.
Your adventure begins in Kyrgyzstan, where you will explore Bishkek’s Soviet-era past before venturing to the celestial beauty of Song-Kol and Issyk-Kul lakes for nights spent in traditional yurts under starlit skies. In Uzbekistan, follow the legendary Silk Road to the architectural marvels of Samarkand, the famed silk weavers of Margilan, and the brilliant ceramics of Rishton. Your path then leads to Khujand in Tajikistan, one of the oldest cities on the Silk Road, onward to the ancient Sogdian ruins of Panjakent and the seven jewel-like Marquzor Lakes. Returning to Kyrgyzstan, visit the ancient jewel of Uzgen before reaching the UNESCO sacred Sulaiman-Too mountain in Osh, a beacon for travellers for millennia. Your grand journey concludes with a train journey into Tashkent, where you will have time to explore this vibrant capital at your own leisure.
This package includes 16 nights accommodation in basic and charming hotels on a twin share basis including some nights in a traditional yurt and homestay on a multi share basis. While facilities can be limited, the rewards of living in true local style in this far-out part of the world are immeasurable. Specified meals and transfers are included, ensuring your adventure is both seamless and authentic.
Follow the echoes of ancient caravans across Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, where you will sleep in traditional yurts under starlit skies, share stories over home-cooked meals with local families, and witness the enduring spirit of the Silk Road come alive in the hands of master artisans and its most treasured cities.
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This tour is eligible to earn ONLYLUXE reward points.