the Five Stans

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan & Turkmenistan

Venture across five Central Asian republics, linking Silk Road cities, mountain landscapes and the shores of Issyk-Kul.

Tour Status

Register Interest | Maximum 16

Tour Dates

Sep 15 - Oct 8, 2027 | 24 Days

Tour Leader

Chris Bradley | View Bio

Itinerary SnapshoT

Tashkent (1 night)
Nukus (2 nights)
Khiva (2 nights)
Ashgabat (3 nights)
Mary (1 night)
Bukhara (3 nights)
Samarkand (4 nights)
Tashkent (1 night)
Bishkek (2 nights)
Issyk-Kul (1 night)
Karakol (1 night)
Almaty (2 nights)

A detailed itinerary will be published approx. 12-months prior to departure. Register your interest to receive it first.

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Common Questions

  • Accommodation in centrally located hotels; daily breakfasts; selected lunches & dinners; expert tour leader & tour manager throughout; ground transport; entrance fees; tipping

  • A $2,000 AUD non-refundable deposit is required per person to confirm your place(s) on the tour at time of booking.

  • Our tours involve active elements such as walking tours, standing for extended periods at sites or museums, and climbing stairs or slopes. Days typically include walking between locations and getting on and off a coach several times.

  • Approximately 12 months before departure, we will publish a detailed itinerary on our website and send a copy to those who have expressed interest.