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Classic: Best of Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan (AUTA)
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 Countries Visited: Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
Trip Style: Classic - Designed for maximum variety, these trips are geared towards travellers searching for a healthy mix of active exploration, uncommon landscapes, amazing wildlife and local cultures.
Service Level: Standard
Great value, reasonable prices, quality experiences Comfortable and varied tourist-class accommodations chosen for location and character Mix of public and private transport for the best overall experience All the top highlights included, plus plenty of time to explore on your own
Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
Group Size: Max 16, avg 12
Meals Included: 12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Accommodations: Not Availaible
Highlights
Bargain your way through traditional bazaars, Stay overnight in a local yurt camp, Visit the desert community of Erbent, Marvel at Derweze (known as the "Door to Hell"), See the city treasures of Ashgabat
Description
Cross two stans off your hit list with a 13-day tour through Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. This well-rounded tour takes you through bustling bazaars and beautiful city mosques in Samarkand and Bukhara, as well as bucket-list natural landscapes like the Derweze gas crater known affectionately as the Door to Hell. Destinations less-ventured can be challenging to visit on your own, but with a skilled Chief Experience Officer (CEO) leading the way, youll have incredible experiences without sacrificing safety or your sense of adventure.
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| Call 504-398-0056 for more information or to book today! Mention code 14461045 | | G Adventures | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Tashkent | Day 1 Tashkent
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting followed by an optional dinner. Included Activities: Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting | | Day 2 | Samarkand | Day 2 Tashkent/Samarkand (1B)
Travel on to Samarkand. Take an orientation walk and opt to visit the Amir Timur Mausoleum. Included Activities: Orientation Walk Transport: Private Vehicle (4.50 hour(s), 310km) | | Day 3 | Samarkand | Day 3 Samarkand (1B)
With free time, enjoy the Samarkand sights, have a cup of tea in a local tea house, or wander around the bazaar. Included Activities: Samarkand City Tour | | Day 4 | Aydar Kul Camp | Day 4 Samarkand/Aydar Kul Camp (1B, 1D)
Travel out into the desert to visit the Nurata Shrine and remains of the Alexander the Great fortress. Continue on for an evening in a local yurt camp. Opt to ride a camel or enjoy an evening Kazakh singing show. Included Activities: Chashma Complex and Holy Spring Visit Fortress of Alexander the Great Visit Overnight in a Yurt Transport: Private Vehicle (4.50 hour(s), 280km) | | Day 5 | Bukhara | Day 5 Aydar Kul Camp/Bukhara (1B)
Travel to Bukhara, one of the most charming cities in the country. Opt to visit the old city bazaars, have dinner with a local family, or visit a traditional hammam (bathhouse). Transport: Private Vehicle (4.00 hour(s)) | | Day 6 | Bukhara | Day 6 Bukhara (1B)
There is plenty of time to explore the artisan shops and wander the narrow twisting streets and alleyways. A centre for pottery, cloth, and Turkmen carpets, the Old City is centered around Lyabi-Hauz, a delightful pool of water surrounded by ancient mulberry trees, where you can sit at cafE tables and let the evening drift by. There is also the option to take in a local puppet show held in an old caravanserai or indulge in a Turkish bath. Included Activities: Bukhara City Tour | | Day 7 | Khiva | Day 7 Bukhara/Khiva (1B)
Enjoy a full days travel through the desert to reach UNESCO-listed Khiva. Get to know the place on a late afternoon walking tour. Included Activities: Orientation Walk Transport: Private Vehicle (6.00-7.00 hours, 450km) | | Day 8 | Khiva | Day 8 Khiva (1B)
Explore the old town surrounded by city walls, bargain with locals on the market, and wander through the madrassas, climb up minarets, and explore the dark dungeons Khiva was infamous for back in the 10th century. Wander through the inner walls of the Ichon-Qala and enjoy spectacular sunset views of the sand-coloured mosques and madrassas. Included Activities: Khiva Ancient City Tour | | Day 9 | Dashoguz | Day 9 Khiva/Dashoguz (1B)
In the morning drive to the Uzbek-Turkmen border. After border procedures, drive to Dashoguz. Opt to explore the city and its Bai Market with free time. Included Activities: Border Crossing (Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan) Transport: Private Vehicle (1.00 hour(s), 60km) Private Vehicle (0.33 hour(s), 15km) | | Day 10 | Darvaza | Day 10 Dashoguz/Darvaza (1B, 1D)
Drive to Kunya Urgench to visit the ancient capital of the Khorezmian Empire. Proceed to Darvaza, also known as the "Door to Hell". Enjoy a delicious barbeque dinner. Spend an evening camping under the stars. Included Activities: Kunya-Urgench City Visit Darvaza Gas Crater Visit Transport: Private Vehicle (2.00-2.50 hours) Private Vehicle (4.00 hour(s), 300km) | | Day 11 | Ashgabat | Day 11 Darvaza/Ashgabat (1B, 1L)
After breakfast transfer to Ashgabat. On the way, stop at Erbent, a desert community, and observe the local way of living. Included Activities: Erbent Community Stop Transport: Private Vehicle (1.00 hour(s)) Private Vehicle (2.50-3.00 hours) | | Day 12 | Ashgabat | Day 12 Ashgabat (1B)
Take the day to explore Ashgabat. Take a tour of the city in the morning and visit several city treasures such as the National museum or Neutrality Arch. Included Activities: Ashgabat city tour | | Day 13 | Ashgabat | Day 13 Ashgabat (1B)
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Local Flights: Please be aware that flight delays between Bishkek and Dushanbe can occur. Your CEO may need to make adjustments to your itinerary in case of flight schedule changes.
Dossier Disclaimer:The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.
Itinerary Disclaimer: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances. |
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