Capital cities are a window into the political, cultural and social life of a country. The Capitals of Central Asia Tour is a great way to visit the capitals of each of the five countries in the region, as well as two former capital cities. Some of these cities have thousands of years of history and carry the legacies of rulers, architects, scientists, and artists, while other capitals have grown out of smaller settlements into regional centers only within the last century.
Start in Dushanbe, a city of parks and museums that grew out of a bazaar town. Almaty is the former capital of Kazakhstan, and though it still remains an important city, the new capital is in Astana, one of the coldest capitals in the world. Next, visit Tashkent, the largest city in Central Asia, with a quick visit to Samarkand, an ancient city that served as a capital for some of the largest empires the region saw. Khiva also served as a capital in the past, most famously for the Khanate of Khiva. The final capital is Ashgabat, filled with a record-breaking number of white marble buildings that give this city an ultra-modern feel. Tour the best of Central Asia on this trip to the Capitals of Central Asia.
We recommend arriving in Dushanbe on Monday in order to match regional flights in the itinerary.
Tour itinerary:
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Transfer to airport for evening flight to Almaty. Upon arrival transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Transfer to Bishkek and further to airport Manas for evening flight to Tashkent. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel for overnight.
Visit Old City part of Tashkent with Khast-Imam Complex where the world famous Quran of Caliph Uthman has been preserved. Explore Chorsu Bazaar. Then take a ride on Tashkent Metro to the city center to visit Applied Arts Museum and walk through Navoi Theater to Amir Timur Square where you will end Tashkent city tour. Enjoy free time in the afternoon.
Transfer to the railway station to get an evening high-speed train Afrosiyob
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Note: At Darvaza camp you will be accommodated at a yurt or there is an option to have 1- or 2-person tents. In both cases, toilets and basic washing facilities are outside.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6 hours
Price includes:
- All transfers: 1-2 pax on sedan economy type car, 3-8 pax on minivan/van;
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
- Sightseeing tour program in each country with local guides (in Uzbekistan, different guides in each city);
- Entrance fees to sights as per itinerary;
- Economy-class tickets for flights: Dushanbe-Almaty, Almaty-Astana-Almaty, Bishkek-Tashkent-Urgench;
- Tickets for trains: Tashkent-Samarkand-Tashkent;
- Visa support letters for Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan tourist visas.
Price doesn't include:
- Tour leader to accompany the travellers for the whole period of the tour;
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Comfort car supplement in Uzbekistan total – 190USD;
- Visa support for Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan tourist visas;
- Tourist fee, charged in the hotel in Turkmenistan at departure 2 USD per night per person;
- Consular fees for tourist visas and Turkmenistan migration tax ($14);
- PCR express test – 33$ (subject to change);
- International flight tickets before and after the tour;
- Personal travel insurance;
- Tips are not included, but would be appreciated.
Prices, per person
Accommodation
Zarafshan Boutique / Asia Khiva / Erkin Palace / Minor Boutique / Bankir / Muso Tura / Orient Star
Comfort:
Zarafshan Boutique / Asia Khiva / Erkin Palace / Minor Boutique / Bankir / Muso Tura / Orient Star
Wellfort / Shohjahon Palace Hotel & Spa / Bibikhanum / Ko’k Saroy Plaza / Silk Road Empire / Golden Samarkand / Samaria Hotel and Spa
Comfort:
Royal / Sangzor Boutique / Bogishamol / Ametist Hotel Complex / DiliMah Premium Luxury / Golden Samarkand / Emirhan
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Capitals of Central Asia Tour Reviews
The transportation during the tour, the pickup and delivery to different places was very well organized and very punctual.
The hotel selection was also great, we loved the hotels in Ashgabat, Tashkent, and Bishkek.
The tour guides were also excellent, high marks for the tour guides in Samarkand, Bukhara, and Bishkek.
In general, the organization was excellent and our experience 100% positive.
Visited May 2024