Silk Road Uncovered: Uzbekistan & Kyrgyzstan

Destination:
Kyrgyzstan
Uzbekistan
Duration:
22 days
Travel Period:
April 2027 - October 2028

Overview

Journey in comfort through two of Central Asia's most captivating countries on this fully-inclusive tour, where the romance of the ancient Silk Road comes vividly to life. Explore Uzbekistan's legendary cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, with their dazzling mosques, grand madrassas, and bustling bazaars, before venturing into the wild, sweeping landscapes of Kyrgyzstan, where snow-capped peaks, alpine lakes, and vast open steppe await.

With every detail thoughtfully taken care of, all you need to do is soak it all in. The warm hospitality, the rich traditions, the incredible food, and the sheer, breathtaking scale of this remarkable corner of the world.

Tour highlights:
  • Samarkand, Heart of the ancient city of Samarkand, famous for its architecture and a popular stop along the Silk Road
  • Barskoon Gorge, Walk through the picturesque Barskoon Gorge
  • Skazka Canyon, Wander through striking rock formations 
  • Khiva, See the architecture of Itchan Kala, Khiva’s walled inner city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Tour experiences:
  • Sleep under felt and stars, Experience the nomadic lifestyle in comfort, staying in a yurt camp with private en suite bathroom. Wake up by Issyk-Kul Lake, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery.
  • Lose yourself in vibrant bazaars, Wander through Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan's bustling bazaars, where stalls are brimming with handwoven carpets, intricate ceramics, spices, and local delicacies.
  • Try kurut, the region's iconic cheese, Stop in the village of Tup for a tour and a tasting of the region's famous Kyrgyz cheese, Kurut, a hard, salty cheese ball made from dried, fermented milk.
Places visited:
  • Tashkent (2N+1N)
  • Khiva (2N)
  • Bukhara (2N)
  • Samarkand (3N)
  • Bishkek (2N+1N)
  • Cholpon
  • Ata (1N)
  • Karakol (2N)
  • Tamga (2N)
  • Chon
  • Kemin (1N)
Price notes:
  • Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of April 2026. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
  • Customary tipping amount approximately US$200pp (AU$308pp) is paid locally in Uzbekistan.
  • Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
  • Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.

What's Included

  • International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
  • All Meals (refer to itinerary)
  • Domestic transportation
  • Touring with guides and entrance fees
  • 3 - 4 star accommodation
Start:Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Finish:Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Type:Group tour (max 20)
Tripcode:
CSU_AU

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Your Itinerary

Days 1-2: Fly overnight to Tashkent

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Day 3: Discover Tashkent

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Day 4: Journey to Khiva

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Day 5: UNESCO Itchan Kala

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Day 6: Journey across the Kyzyl Kum Desert

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Day 7: Explore historic Bukhara

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Day 8: Train to Samarkand

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Day 9: Samarkand & Wine Tasting

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Day 10: Discover Shakhrisabz

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Day 11: Return to Tashkent

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Day 12: Goodbye Uzbekistan, Hello Kyrgyzstan

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Day 13: Bishkek & Ala Archa National Park

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Day 14: Issyk Kul Lake

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Day 15: Journey to Karakol

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Day 16: Explore Karakol

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Day 17: Jeti-Oguz Gorge

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Day 18: Skazka Canyon & Barskoon Gorge

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Day 19: Meet an Eagle Hunter

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Day 20: Return to Bishkek

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Days 21-22: Depart Bishkek

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At Wendy Wu Tours we live and breathe Asia. With 26 years of experience, we offer a wide variety of group tours, private tours and tailor-made holidays. We’ve developed strong relationships with airlines, hotels and local ground partners to provide the best level of service and we continue to push boundaries and think of new ways to create unique travel experiences that our customers will remember for life...

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