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Tours in Central Asia
This is a region ripe for exploration and our itineraries have been lovingly curated to incorporate the former Silk Roads grand historic squares of Uzbekistan, the space-age architecture of Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan as well as the gorgeous emerald green mountain scenery of Kyrgyzstan. The High Pamirs in Tajikistan are where the most important mountain chains of Central Asia all begin or met— the Himalayas, Tian Shan, Karakoram, Kunlun and the Hindu Kush — providing a stunning backdrop for adventurers who’s desire is to enjoy an itinerary combining hikes in the great landscapes with historical culture.
This is a region in flux and all the more fascinating for it, our itineraries show you how through Central Asia the Soviet influence is gradually being replaced and each country is curating their own distinctive path and cultural ethos. As the Silk Road weaves through most the Central Asian countries our tailormade itineraries would include visits to vital sections of what was the world’s richest trading route where jewels, foods and delicacies ebbed through the squares and mountain passes. There are so many different cultural and historical influences that make this part of the world so fascinating.
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Ultimate Caucasus
Baku, Shaki, Telavi, Tbilisi, Kazbegi, Kutaisi, Mestia, Borjomi, Dilijan & Yerevan
Home to some of the last frontiers linking Asia with Europe, start from the bizarre Azerbaijan through the pristine countryside and cities of Georgia before retreating to rural Armenia with its picturesque monasteries.
Culture Off the beaten track
$6,400pp
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Orient Silk Road Express Train
Ashgabat, Nisa, Merv, Bukhara, Khiva, Samarkand, Shahrisabz, Tashkent, Turkestan & Almaty
Unravel the very best of Silk Road's cultural sites in Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan in the comfort of your train. End off by basking in the natural beauty of Almaty Province with turquoise lakes and rugged canyon. Exact itinerary may slightly differ depending on your departure dates.
Off the beaten track Culture
$8,600pp
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Silk Road in Style by Golden Eagle Luxury Train
Almaty, Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Merv, Ashgabat, Darvaza, Khiva, Volgograd & Moscow
Traverse from the Kazakh metropolitan of Almaty through legendary Silk Road cities of Uzbekistan, the eccentric nation of Turkmenistan with burning Darvaza crater, and ending with Russia's iconic sights. Exact itinerary may slightly differ depending on your departure dates.
Culture Off the beaten track Rail Adventure
$18,400pp
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Walk Tajikistan
Dushanbe, Nofin, Artuch Alp, Fann Mountains, Khujand, Iskanderkul & Dushanbe
Adventurous trekkers who brave the Fann Mountains will be thrillingly rewarded with soaring landscapes of layered mountain panoramas and azure alpine lakes. Key Silk Road cities of Tajikistan will also be visited for a dose of cultural insight into this truly off-the-beaten nation.
Culture Off the beaten track Adventure
$3,500pp
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Gourmet Caucasus: Origins of Wine & Black Caviar
Baku, Shaki, Tsinandali, Tbilisi & Yerevan
Journey across the mighty Caucasus mountain ranges into the birthplace of the world's first wine civilization and into the Caspian Sea, known as the home of the rarest and most expensive black caviars. Along the way, picturesque sceneries of mountains and quaint monasteries will keep your thirst for adventure quenched.
Culture Off the beaten track
$6,900pp
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