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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Turkey's wonders, from vibrant Istanbul to historic landmarks. Immerse yourself in vibrant traditions, breathtaking landscapes, and UNESCO sites across Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Every day promises extraordinary sights, rich culture, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Inclusions & Highlights
Inclusions
Return international airfares included (business Class upgrade available*)
Discover the culture, history & landscapes of Turkey
Explore the famous 5 Stans: Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan & Kazakhstan
27 nights in 3–4★ hotels plus 2 nights in a traditional yurt camp
Airport transfers on the first & last day
Breakfast daily, plus 6 lunches & 10 dinners
Fully escorted by dedicated local guides in each region
Flight from Cappadocia to Ashgabat included
Dedicated coach transportation throughout
7-day cooling-off period for peace of mind
Highlights
Istanbul - City Tour
Gallipoli - ANZAC Cove and Battle Fields
Troy - Ancient City and Museum
Behramkale - Sightseeing tour
Ephesus - USightseeing tour
Pamukkale - Sightseeing tour
Cappadocia - Goreme Valley Open Air Museum visit
Ashgabat - Sightseeing tour
Ashgabat - Akhal-Teke horse stable
Darvaza - ‘Gates to Hell’, and stay in a traditional Yurt
Kunya-Urgench - UNESCO heritage site Kunya Urgench
Khiva - Sightseeing tour
Bukhara - Guided day tour
Bukhara - Plov cooking class
Samarkand - Registan Square, Gur Emir Mausoleum, and Bibi Khanum Mosque
Seven Lakes - Marghzar Lakes (Seven Lakes), and a guided hike between the sixth and seventh lakes
Panjakent - Anzob pass and the Istiklol tunnel
Dushanbe - Tajikistan United Museum, botanical garden and oriental bazaar
Dushanbe - Hissar town, the Hissar Fortress and Madrasah Kukhna
Khujand - The Anzob and Shakhristan pass
Khujand - City tour
Tashkent - Independence Square and Amir Temur Square
Bishkek - Ala-Archa Gorge , the central Ala-Too Square, statue of Lenin and Freedom Monument, Monument to Manas the Great
Burana - Balasagun city and the ancient Burana Tower
Kochkor Village - Felt rug making lesson
Tash-Rabat - Tash-Rabat
Bokonbayevo Village - Falconry
Fairytale Canyon - Guided tour
Djety-Oguz Gorge - Djety-Oguz Gorge
Karakol - The Dungan Mosque, Orthodox Cathedral, and Przhevalski Museum
Charyn Canyon - Charyn Canyon.
Almaty - Kok Tobe cable car
*Advertised price is based on per person, twin share and correct as of 7 October 2025.
Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul Arrive, airport transfer, hotel check-in; free time. Stay: Nidya Galataport
Day 2 — Istanbul Icons Hagia Sophia, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Topkapi (Harem & Hagia Irene), Grand Bazaar. Closures: Grand Bazaar Sun → Spice Bazaar; Topkapi Tue. Stay: Nidya Galataport Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 — Bosphorus & Camlica Hill Bosphorus cruise; panoramic views from Camlica Hill (Asian side). Stay: Nidya Galataport Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 — Istanbul → Ashgabat Free day; evening transfer; flight to Turkmenistan (23 kg checked + 7 kg carry-on; flight unescorted with assistance). Stay: Sport Hotel Ashgabat Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 — Ashgabat → Mary Very early arrival; room ready in Ashgabat. Drive to Mary: Anau Ruins Mosque, bazaar, Gurbanguly Haji Mosque, Russian Orthodox Church. Stay: Margush Hotel Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 — Mary → Merv → Ashgabat Explore Merv (Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum, Gyz Galas, Erk/Gyaur Galas, Keshk forts, Ibn Zaid) then fly/drive back to Ashgabat. Stay: Sport Hotel Ashgabat Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 — Ashgabat City Tour National Museum, Independence Park, Ruhnama, Neutrality Arch, Wedding Palace view, Halk Hakydasy, Nisa (UNESCO), Turkmenbashi Ruhy Mosque. Stay: Sport Hotel Ashgabat Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 — Ashgabat → Darvaza Sunday bazaar, Akhal-Teke horses, Ertuğrul Gazi Mosque; 4WD to Darvaza Gas Crater (‘Gates of Hell’). BBQ dinner & shared yurts (basic facilities, ~7 hrs road). Stay: Darvaza Yurt Camp Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 — Darvaza → Kunya-Urgench → Khiva Kunya-Urgench UNESCO site; border cross to Uzbekistan; long drive (~10 hrs incl. border, small cash for shuttle). Stay: Khiva Residence Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 — Khiva Ichan Kala, Pahlavan Mahmud, Kunya-Ark, Islam Hojja, Tash-Khauli, Juma, Muhammad Amin Khan, Avesta Museum; dinner & folklore show. Stay: Khiva Residence Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 19 — Khujand → Tashkent Border cross; check-in; Independence & Amir Temur squares (~4 hrs). Stay: Stay Inn Tashkent Meals: Breakfast
Day 20 — Tashkent → Fly Bishkek Khasti Imam, Kaffal Shashi, Barak Khan, Muyi-Mubarak, Dzhuma, Kukeldash; Chorsu Bazaar. Evening group flight to Bishkek. Stay: My Hotel Bishkek Meals: Breakfast
Day 21 — Bishkek & Ala-Archa Ala-Archa Gorge hike; Ala-Too Square, Lenin & Manas monuments. Stay: My Hotel Bishkek Meals: Breakfast
Day 22 — Bishkek → Burana → Kochkor → Naryn Balasagyn & Burana Tower; felt-making in Kochkor; alpine scenery into Naryn (~7 hrs). Stay: Grand Khan Tengri Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 23 — Naryn → Tash-Rabat → Naryn Day trip to 15th-century caravanserai (rough roads, ~6 hrs). Stay: Grand Khan Tengri Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 24 — Naryn → Bokonbaevo → Tamga Issyk Kul south shore, falconry demo, yurt lunch, Fairytale Canyon; seasonal yurt stay or guesthouse. Stay: Almaluu Yurt Camp Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 25 — Tamga → Djety-Oguz → Karakol Easy hike in Djety-Oguz Gorge; Karakol: Orthodox Cathedral, Dungan Mosque, Przhevalsky Museum (~3 hrs). Stay: Green Yard Karakol Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 27 — Almaty Full Day Green Bazaar, Panfilov Park (Zenkov Cathedral), Kok-Tobe cable car; Medeo & Shymbulak cable cars (to 3,200 m). Stay: Grand Sapphire Almaty Meals: Breakfast
Day 28 — Almaty → Home Departure transfer to Almaty Airport; early flights may depart ~3 am (breakfast may be missed). Meals: Breakfast
Itinerary is subject to change.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
