Kyrgyzstan Kazakhstan Uzbekistan Tajikistan

19-day 4 Stans Central Asia Group Tour

Kyrgyzstan - Kazakhstan - Tajikistan - Uzbekistan

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Description

Begin in Bishkek: Issyk-Kul dawns, Son-Kul yurts, mountain trails. Via Charyn and Almaty to Dushanbe’s Silk Road spirit and Khujand’s color. Finish in Bukhara: markets, teahouses, domes. 19 days of roads and bazaars, horseback rides and starry nights, past Jeti-Ögüz cliffs and Chon-Kemin pastures.

Itinerary

Day 1. Airport – Bishkek
Day 1. Airport – Bishkek

Arrive at any time. Standard check-in at hotel after 14:00.

Free time on your own.

Welcome meet with the guide and group at 14:00.
Briefing about the itinerary & travel plan. City tour in Bishkek.

Welcome Dinner in the traditional restaurant where you can taste the national Kyrgyz cuisine.

Meals included: dinner

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Note: it is highly recommended to book an extra night at the hotel, as most flights to Bishkek arrive late at night or early in the morning.

Day 2. Bishkek – Burana – Iskra village – Cholpon Ata
Day 2. Bishkek – Burana – Iskra village – Cholpon Ata

Breakfast in the hotel.

Our journey begins with a visit of the Burana Tower, an ancient minaret in the Chuy Valley in the north part of Kyrgyzstan. The tower with funerary monuments, earthworks, remains of the castle and three mausoleums – that’s all what last out of the ancient Balasagyn town that was founded by Karakhanids at the end of the ninth century.

Lunch in the Iskra village with Dungan family, the ethnicity of Chinese Muslims who had to flee China. You taste their national cuisine.

Then departure to Issyk Kul, the largest lake in Kyrgyzstan and one of the deepest in the world. We drive you to the hotel located on the lake shore.

First location at Issyk-Kul lake is visit the petroglyph museum. The 42 hectares of the museum are dotted with stones, tombs, balbals and various petroglyphs dated from the 2nd millennium BC until the 4th century AD.

Free time. You can rest on the beach and swim in the lake.

Dinner in the restaurant.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch

Accommodation: Lakeside Resort

Day 3. Cholpon Ata – Grigoriev and Semienov gorges – Karakol
Day 3. Cholpon Ata – Grigoriev and Semienov gorges – Karakol

Breakfast at hotel.

Next location is Grigoriev and Semienov gorges. Picnic or lunch in the café on the road.

Grigoriev and Semienov gorges are considered as one of the most famous attractions of the Issyk Kol region. You can go for a walk, enjoy the wild nature around you and spend a nice time in this beautiful place.

After departure to Karakol, the administrative center of the Issyk-Kol region. Visits in Karakol:

  • Russian Orthodox cathedral
  • Dungan mosque

You have dinner in the local restaurant and you have a rest in the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 4. Karakol – Jeti Oguz – Barskoon – Tamga
Day 4. Karakol – Jeti Oguz – Barskoon – Tamga

After breakfast we leave Karakol for Jeti Oguz gorge. The red rock Broken Heart located at the entrance to the gorge creates a special romantic ambiance in the gorge. You take a walk there for an hour.

Then we go to the Barskoon gorge. The gorge is famous for its waterfalls. One of the best known is Tears of the Snow Leopard. In the middle of the gorge you find the monument for the first cosmonaut Yu. A. Gagarin.

Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Day 5. Tamga – Skazka – Bokonbaevo – Kyzyl Tuu – Kochkor
Day 5. Tamga – Skazka – Bokonbaevo – Kyzyl Tuu – Kochkor

After breakfast, we head towards Kochkor village and pass by the south shore of the lake. On the road we visit the Skazka canyons which translate as the “fairy tale”. Here you can find objects of surprising shapes and sizes. A real skyscraper or an animal can appear in front of you.

Next, we meet an eagle hunter with his bird. You can appreciate the alertness and speed of the bird during the hunting. It is one of the oldest traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.

Lunch in the guesthouse or café.

Our next stop is Kyzyl Tuu village where the local family reveals the secrets of yurt production. This family is engaged in this unique art from generation to generation.

Continue to Kochkor. Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Day 6. Kochkor – Son-Kul
Day 6. Kochkor – Son-Kul

After breakfast, the beautiful mountain roads lead us to Son Kul Lake.

Today, we overcome the mountain pass Kalmak Ashu (3447 m). From the pass the lake Son Kul seems very small, but descending lower and approaching the lake, it appears as a big and gorgeous lake.

Upon arrival at a camp at the lake, you get to know the hospitality of the nomads, their lifestyle and their customs. Dinner and night in the yurts.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Yurt camp

Note: up to 4 people per yurt. Toilets, shower and sauna are outside.

Day 7. Son Kul – Chon-Kemin
Day 7. Son Kul – Chon-Kemin

Spend the morning soaking in all the beauty of Song Kul Lake.

Departure towards Chon-Kemin.

On the way visit Kochkor to discover the significance of felt-making in Kyrgyz culture and meet local artisans. Take part in a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a miniature version of the traditional ala-kiyiz carpet.

Take in the breathtaking views as you wander through the village, then enjoy a freshly prepared traditional dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Day 8. Chon-Kemin - Almaty
Day 8. Chon-Kemin - Almaty

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Kyrgyz – Kazakh border.

Border Crossing (Kyrgyzstan – Kazakhstan)
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The goal of the day to reach Almaty, the former capital of Kazakhstan. Upon arrival, embark on a city tour to explore highlights including Independence Square, Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov Park, and the impressive WWII memorial.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 9. Almaty
Day 9. Almaty

City tour in Almaty.

Medeo gorge where the highest mountain sports complex at an altitude of 1691 meters is located. Medeo is often a favorite place for the residents of Almaty on weekends.

After we go to Kok Tobe, the highest point in the city. It is famous for its panoramic view of the city from all directions. To reach the Kok Tobe hill, we take a cable car ride which starts near Hotel Kazakhstan and goes over some of the oldest parts of Almaty and the magnificent fruit-growing gardens. Once you reach the Kok Tobe hill, you would see the famous 372 meters high TV Tower which is visible from far and offers great views of the mountains and the city plus a few attractions at the top.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 10. Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Almaty
Day 10. Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Almaty

The Charyn Canyon is located in the national park. It is considered the little brother of the Grand Canyon in the United States.

The erosion of the Charyn River has created dramatic and impressive landscapes. When you arrive, you will admire the magnificent panorama and walk down to the bottom of the gorge to hike about 2 km in the labyrinth of the Valley of the Castles.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 11. Almaty – Dushanbe
Day 11. Almaty – Dushanbe

Flight to Dushanbe | Tajikistan

Border Crossing (Kazakhstan – Tajikistan)
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Today we will spend the day exploring Dushanbe.

Dushanbe (means Monday) is a relatively new city that was formed in 1925 on the site of a small village Dushanbe, place of the large bazaar on Mondays.

During the Soviet period, the city was called Stalinabad (1929-1961) Political, Cultural, Educational and Financial Center of the Republic of Tajikistan.

Visits:

-City center.

-Ismoil Somoni Monument, Dusti square, New Parliament, Rudaki Park.

-National museum of Tajikistan

-Flagpole (165m).

– Hissar fortress (30km out from Dushanbe)

– Hissar museum in old medrese (16c)

– New central mosque.

-New central market “Mohrgon”

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 12. Dushanbe – Khudjant
Day 12. Dushanbe – Khudjant

Leave Dushnabe in the morning and departure to the northern Khujand city along Varzob gorge and across Anzob and  Shakkhristan passes ( thru the tunnels) .Photo stops in the beautiful mountain area.

80km before Khujand we will visit ancient city Istaravshan.

-Old Town.

-Kok Gumbaz medrese ( 16) until present days.

-Mug teppa fortress (reconstructed fortress ,museum and excavation).

-Mug teppa hill (with panorama view of Istaravshan).

-local central Bazar.

-Blacksmith workshops of local craftsmen making daggers and knives.

Continue trip to the Khujand. Evening arrival.

 

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 13. Khudjant
Day 13. Khudjant

Today we will spend the day in the Khujand city and area, Khujand is second largest city in Tajikistan and not official (North capital).

In different ages Khujand has different names, It Was Alexandria Eskhata in times of Alexander the great, During Soviet period it was Leninobad ( city of Lenin) and after 1991 new government return old name of the city.

Visits:

– City center

-Sirdaria river

-Mnuments of the Kings of Khujand

-Khujand fortress (Since 2024)

-Museum of Antiquity name of Timurmalik.

– Khujand Fortress.

-Panjshanbe bazar ( Bigges centralmarket.

-Mosque and mausoleum of Sheikh Moslekhiddin.

– Palace of Culture “Arbob” (10km from Khujand ).

-Kairakkum water reserve (25 km from Khujand.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 14. Khudjant – Tashkent
Day 14. Khudjant – Tashkent

In the morning transfer to the Uzbekistan border.

Border Crossing (Tajikistan – Uzbekistan)
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After crossing the border into Uzbekistan – we head to Tashkent, a lively capital where modern glass towers meet Soviet-era architecture and intricate mosaic mausoleums.

Free time

In the evening, enjoy a brief orientation walk before an optional dinner

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 15. Tashkent - Samarkand
Day 15. Tashkent  - Samarkand

Breakfast at the hotel.

Starting the sightseeing at the capital city.

  • Khast Imam Complex Spiritual heart of Tashkent (16-20centuary)
  • Barak Khan madrasah has oldest extant copies of the Quran
  • Chorsu bazaar one of the busiest bazaars in Tashkent
  • Take a ride at metro soviet and modern designed underground
  • Amir Temur Square / Independence square
  • Applied Art Museum of Tashkent

Transfer to train station at 18:30 and take train to Samarkand at 19:40

Arrive to Samarkand at 21:55 and transfer to hotel.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 16. Samarkand
Day 16. Samarkand

Breakfast at the hotel.

Starting the sightseeing from heart of old city.

Guri  Amir Mausoleum of Timurid  Dynasty (most iconic place for locals ) was built by order of Amir Temur in 1403- 1405

Registan  square has three madrasahs

  • Ulugbek madrasah (1420) At that time biggest in Asia
  • Sherdor madrasah ( 1636) First madrasah built by locals
  • Tilla-Kori madrasah (1646) inner domes gilted with gold

Lunch time break

  • Bibi Khanum Mosque was the biggest at that time (1399)
  • Siab Bazaar oldest keep operating bazaar in Samarkand
  • Shahi Zinda Complex

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 17. Samarkand – Mitan – Bukhara
Day 17. Samarkand – Mitan – Bukhara

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Bukhara via Mitan village

Arriving at the village of Mitan, which is the winner of the World Responsible Tourism Travel Award ‘To Do’ аt the ITB Berlin 2015.

In the village, you will be a guest in one of the Uzbek local family.

Lunch at the local house, with traditional Uzbek welcome meals: “bichaks”- triangular baked pastries with meat or pumpkin; “plov”- cooked with rice, fresh mutton or beef, yellow or red carrot, onions and vegetable oil (you can take part in the preparation).

Authentic meetings and various exchanges between the visitors and local residents are the best ways of cross-cultural understanding; as well, participation to various kinds of activities leads to familiarization with lifestyle of local people.

Visit Gijduvan Museum of Ceramics- Gijduvan ceramics school has its deep roots. The skills have been passed from father to son from generation to generation. Today Gizhduvan is home for the sixth generation of potters from Narzullayevs family which glorified Gijduvan school ceramics all over the world.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 18. Bukhara
Day 18. Bukhara

Breakfast at the hotel.

Places to visit:

  • Ismail Samani mausoleum is one of the oldest buildings ( 10th century)
  • Chashma Ayub mausoleum also known as a Museum of water
  • Bolo-Hauz mosque is built in 1712 looks elegant and splendid
  • Ark Fortress where king khans use to live
  • Poi-Kalyan complex ( madrasah,mosque,minaret)
  • Ulug Beg Madrasah one of the first madrasa built in 1417
  • Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah is a medieval madrasah built in 1651
  • Tim Abdullah Khan it is an old  trading Dome
  • Magok-I Attari Mosque the oldest building in Bukhara (12th century)
  • Lyabi-Hauz locals favourite place to come and spent time

Overnight at the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Day 19. Bukhara
Day 19. Bukhara

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out at the 12:00.
Departure at any time. End of the service.

Meals included: breakfast

Upcoming Dates
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2026
14 May 2026
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3 990 USD
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28 May 2026
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11 Jun 2026
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06 Jul 2026
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09 Jul 2026
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06 Aug 2026
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20 Aug 2026
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10 Sep 2026
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Duration 19 days
Group 12 max
Single Room 655 USD
What's included
  • Private Transportation: SUV \ Private VAN
  • English speaking driver 1 -3 pax
  • English-speaking guide from 4-12 pax
  • Accommodation as per program
  • Meals as per program: (B - 14 / L - 5 / D - 5)
  • Bishkek City Tour: Ala-Too Square, Victory Square, Oak Park, Central Mosque
  • Burana Tower
  • Lunch with Dungan family
  • Free time in Chong-Kemin
  • Visit the petroglyph open-air museum
  • Karakol City Tour
  • Russian Orthodox Cathedral
  • Dungan mosque
  • Jety Oguz & the Seven Bulls
  • Barskoon Waterfalls
  • Yurt Building Demonstration
  • Eagle Hunting
  • Felt Crafting
  • Song Kul Lake
  • Overnight in a Kyrgyz Yurt
  • Eagle hunting
  • Lunch with Local Family in Kochkor
  • Almaty City Tour: Independence Square, Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov Park, WWII memorial
  • Kok-Tobe Hill
  • Medeo Gorge
  • Charyn Canyon
  • Almaty -> Dushanbe Flight
  • Train Tickets in Uzbekistan
  • Dushanbe City Tour
  • Khudjant City Tour
  • Tashkent City Tour
  • Khast Imam Complex
  • Barak Khan madrasah
  • Chorsu Bazaar
  • Amir Temur Square
  • Mitan village
  • Gidjuvan Museum of Ceramic
  • Samarkand City Tour
  • Bibi Khanum Mosque
  • Siab Bazaar
  • Shahi Zinda Complex
  • Bukhara City Tour
  • Ismail Samani
  • Chashma Ayub
  • Bolo-Hauz
  • Ark Fortress
  • Poi-Kalyan complex
  • Ulug Beg Madrasah
  • Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah
  • Tim Abdullah Khan
  • Magok-I Attari Mosque
  • Lyabi-Hauz
What's excluded
  • Airport transfer: 50 USD one way per car
  • Personal Expenses & Insurance
  • Extra night in Bishkek: 90 USD per DBL/TWN room - 70 USD per SGL room
  • Extra night in Bukhara: 130 USD per DBL/TWN room - 100 USD per SGL room
  • Services not mentioned as included

**Check-in at hotels after 14:00, check-out before 12:00

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    Group tour
    100% Guaranteed Departures even if theres is only ONE traveler
    Upcoming Dates
    14 May 2026
    to 01 Jun 2026
    Available
    3 990 USD
    Duration 19 days
    Group 12 max
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