Silk Road: Central Asian Odyssey

What's Included

• Meals

  The tour includes 21 breakfasts, 21 lunches, and 18 dinners.

• Transport

  Transportation is provided by minibuses and includes one domestic flight.

• Group Size

  The maximum group size for the tour is 12 participants.

• Carbon Contributions

  Contributions to climate and community projects are included for all bookings.

• Expert Team

  The tour includes the full services of a Wild Frontiers Tour Leader with local guides where appropriate.

• Accommodation

  All accommodation as outlined in the itinerary is included.

• Entrance Fees

  All entrance fees for sights mentioned in the itinerary are included.

• Fitness Rating

  The tour has a low to moderate fitness rating.

What's Not Included

• Visas & Travel Insurance

  Visas are tour
  ationality dependent and travel insurance is mandatory but not included.
  
  

• Tips

  Tips are optional and not included, but guidance will be provided in the pre-departure information documents.
  
  

• International Flights

  International flights are not included, but an obligation-free quote for flights originating in the UK can be provided.
  
  

• Airport Transfers

  Complimentary transfers are included only if arriving/departing on the suggested group flights.
  
  

• Beverages & Personal Costs

  Beverages and any costs of a personal nature, such as laundry and souvenirs, are not included.
  
  

• ExcludedItem

  We believe in a completely transparent approach to pricing with no hidden extras.
  
  As such, please note that the following are not included in the cost of the tour.
  
  
  
  Visas & Travel Insurance: Visas will always be tour
  ationality dependent but travel insurance is mandatory
  Tips: Always optional but some guidance will be given in the pre-departure information documents
  International Flights: Please ask us for an obligation-free quote for flights which originate in the UK
  Airport Transfers: We include complimentary transfers if arriving/departing on the suggested group flights
  Beverages & any costs of a personal nature: This will include items such as laundry and souvenirs

Responsible Travel

With local people, culture and eco-systems in mind, responsible travel and sustainable tourism are at the core of Wild Frontiers. We believe that a successful trip not only delivers a unique and unsurpassable journey for our travellers but also benefits the people and places we visit.

When designing our tours, we actively seek out experiences that have a positive impact on the communities and precious environments we visit - from supporting social enterprises; resting our heads in rural homestays; and eating at locally owned restaurants; to helping fund conservation projects that protect wildlife and their habitats. 

Visit the Responsible Travel area of our website to read more, including the work of the Wild Frontiers Foundation through which we fundraise to aid community empowerment and education projects.

Key Aspects to Consider

This tour offers an incredible variety of experiences and scenery as
we travel through three very distinct countries. However with the
exception perhaps of Uzbekistan, this should not be considered as
an in-depth tour of any of the individual countries, as it offers more
of an ‘overview’ of the region.

Anyone in a reasonable state of health, with an open mind and a sense
of adventure should be perfectly able to cope with this tour,
especially as all walks are optional. Bear in mind, though, that the length of the tour and distance covered means that it can be
tiring and there are some long drives involved.

It should be noted that whilst in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan you will be dining and staying in yurts and homestays for much of the time, so you should be prepared for communal living and sleeping arrangements, limited shower access and long-drop toilet facilities for parts of the trip. But don’t panic too much – this is genuine adventure travel and your overall experience will easily make up for the lack of modern conveniences, plus accommodation in Uzbekistan is considerably more comfortable!

Please be advised that on this trip vegetarians can be catered for, but the selection and variety is likely to be limited.

Visas

Visas are necessary for many of the destinations we travel to and while we aim to provide you with the most up-to-date information, requirements frequently change and as such for the latest advice we advise that you check with the relevant embassies or contact a reputable visa agency. More details can be found here - www.wildfrontierstravel.com/visa

For this tour, UK passport holders currently require a visa for Tajikistan but NOT for Kyrgyzstan or Uzbekistan.

Non-UK passport holders or non-UK residents should contact the relevant embassies for individual requirements.

Further details will be sent out to you on booking, however ensuring that correct and valid visas are obtained remains the sole responsibility of the client.

Travelling Solo and single supplements

As a company approximately 70% of our clients are solo travellers, so it’s very unlikely you’ll be alone!

Our prices are typically based on twin-share accommodation but single supplements are not compulsory for any Wild Frontiers tour. If you prefer not to pay a single supplement we’ll pair you with someone else of the same sex for you to share with throughout the trip. 

On this trip, if you do opt to pay for a single supplement then please note that it will cover you for all nights of the tour except in the homestays and yurts.

Please note that paying a single supplement entitles you to lone occupancy of a single room. In many cases these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.

Insurance

Insurance that provides cover for emergency repatriation in case of a medical emergency is compulsory for all tours. You should be aware that due to some of the geographical areas visited and some of the activities included on certain of our trips some standard insurance policies may not always provide adequate cover. As such we strongly recommend that you purchase a policy that adequately covers your trip. Please see the Insurance section for more details.

Travelling Solo

As a company approximately 70% of our clients are solo travellers, so it’s very unlikely you’ll be alone!

Our prices are typically based on twin-share accommodation but single supplements are not compulsory for any Wild Frontiers tour. If you prefer not to pay a single supplement we’ll pair you with someone else of the same sex for you to share with throughout the trip. 

On this trip, if you do opt to pay for a single supplement then please
note that it will cover you for all nights of the tour except in the
homestays and yurts.

Please note that paying a single supplement entitles you to lone occupancy of a single room. In many cases these rooms will be of the same size as a double/twin room, but in some cases they may be smaller.

Mode of Transport

Travel through the heart of Central Asia using a combination of minibuses and a domestic flight, ensuring a seamless journey across diverse landscapes and cultures, from the bustling cities to the serene mountains and valleys.

Accommodation

Experience a blend of comfort and authenticity with stays at the Ramada By Wyndham Bishkek Centre Hotel, yurt camps by glacial lakes, homestays with local families, and charming guesthouses like Imenjon Guesthouse and Silk Road Hotel, offering a genuine taste of Central Asian hospitality.