Along Central Asia’s Silk Road
Travel the ancient Silk Road and encounter a mosaic of cultures, religions, art, and architecture on an exciting 17-day small-group journey. Discover Kyrgyzstan’s delightful capital, Bishkek. See a traditional yurt-making demonstration and admire the Bronze Age Tamgaly Petroglyphs. Spend a day touring Kazakhstan’s Russian-accented Almaty. In Uzbekistan, enjoy its fascinating capital, Tashkent. Tour Khiva, which uncovers the Uzbek city’s storied past. Experience an Uzbek folklore performance. In ancient Bukhara, watch silk weavers and savor a home-hosted meal. Finally, legendary Samarkand reveals its many treasures.
Itinerary
Cost and Details
See the trip brochure for full details.
This is a moderately active tour and participants must be able to keep up with an active group of travelers. There is a considerable amount of walking on uneven terrain and at sites of ancient ruins. You should be in good physical condition to enjoy the tour to its fullest. For the safety and enjoyment of each participant and the group, participants must be able to:
- Walk on average 2-3 miles a day in cities and towns during full days of touring.
- Walk on cobblestone, gravel and pavement. Some walking excursions require good balance as you negotiate stairs and uneven pavement.
- Stand for up to approximately 2 hours at a time each day.
- Walk up and down stairs without handrails, without the assistance of another person.
- Get on and off motor coaches on your own.
