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Say "Afghanistan" and you have my attention. This 11-week overland journey through Central Asia takes you across all seven Stans: Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Travelling in a custom-built truck, you’ll explore the region’s rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes. Starting in Lahore, Pakistan, you’ll visit historical sites like the Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque before continuing along the Karakoram Highway. Highlights include treks in Lulusar-Dudipatsar National Park and Fairy Meadows, with views of Nanga Parbat. In Afghanistan, explore Kabul’s markets and the Sakhi Shrine, and visit Bamyan’s Buddhist caves, the Bandi Amir Lakes, and Herat’s ancient architecture. The journey then takes you to Turkmenistan, where you’ll see the ruins of Merv, the marble city of Ashgabat, and the Darvaza Gas Craters. In Uzbekistan, visit the historic towns of Moynaq, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand, home to Silk Road landmarks. Tajikistan’s mountains and lakes, including Iskanderkul, lead to the Pamir Highway’s high-altitude scenery. In Kyrgyzstan, experience the alpine beauty of Osh, Song-Kol Lake, and Issyk-Kul Lake, with a chance to camp with nomads. The trip concludes in Kazakhstan, where you’ll explore Charyn Canyon, Almaty, and the futuristic city of Nur-Sultan.
Say "Afghanistan" and you have my attention. This 11-week overland journey through Central Asia takes you across all seven Stans: Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Travelling in a custom-built truck, you’ll explore the region’s rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes. Starting in Lahore, Pakistan, you’ll visit historical sites like the Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque before continuing along the Karakoram Highway. Highlights include treks in Lulusar-Dudipatsar National Park and Fairy Meadows, with views of Nanga Parbat. In Afghanistan, explore Kabul’s markets and the Sakhi Shrine, and visit Bamyan’s Buddhist caves, the Bandi Amir Lakes, and Herat’s ancient architecture. The journey then takes you to Turkmenistan, where you’ll see the ruins of Merv, the marble city of Ashgabat, and the Darvaza Gas Craters. In Uzbekistan, visit the historic towns of Moynaq, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand, home to Silk Road landmarks. Tajikistan’s mountains and lakes, including Iskanderkul, lead to the Pamir Highway’s high-altitude scenery. In Kyrgyzstan, experience the alpine beauty of Osh, Song-Kol Lake, and Issyk-Kul Lake, with a chance to camp with nomads. The trip concludes in Kazakhstan, where you’ll explore Charyn Canyon, Almaty, and the futuristic city of Nur-Sultan.
Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

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Overland through the Seven Stans of Central Asia

Small Group Holiday

76

GBP

days from

4712

Say "Afghanistan" and you have my attention. This 11-week overland journey through Central Asia takes you across all seven Stans: Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Kazakhstan. Travelling in a custom-built truck, you’ll explore the region’s rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes.
Starting in Lahore, Pakistan, you’ll visit historical sites like the Lahore Fort and Badshahi Mosque before continuing along the Karakoram Highway. Highlights include treks in Lulusar-Dudipatsar National Park and Fairy Meadows, with views of Nanga Parbat. In Afghanistan, explore Kabul’s markets and the Sakhi Shrine, and visit Bamyan’s Buddhist caves, the Bandi Amir Lakes, and Herat’s ancient architecture.
The journey then takes you to Turkmenistan, where you’ll see the ruins of Merv, the marble city of Ashgabat, and the Darvaza Gas Craters. In Uzbekistan, visit the historic towns of Moynaq, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand, home to Silk Road landmarks.
Tajikistan’s mountains and lakes, including Iskanderkul, lead to the Pamir Highway’s high-altitude scenery. In Kyrgyzstan, experience the alpine beauty of Osh, Song-Kol Lake, and Issyk-Kul Lake, with a chance to camp with nomads. The trip concludes in Kazakhstan, where you’ll explore Charyn Canyon, Almaty, and the futuristic city of Nur-Sultan.

Activity / Theme

Country

Culture

Pakistan, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan

Comfort Level

Physical Rating

Basic / Moderate

Moderate

Transportation

Accommodation

90% custom-built overland truck, 10% jeeps

80% hotels, guest houses, hostels and yurts, 20% camping

Months of Operation

April, May, June (northbound), June, July, August, September (southbound)

Adventure Coordinators' Insider Tip

Because this tour visits some out-of-the-way destinations, please make sure your medical insurance covers you everywhere.  Ask us for a quote

Itinerary

DAY 1 - 21, PAKISTAN
Lahore - Rawalpindi - Karakoram Highway - Khunjerab Pass - Islamabad - Khyber Pass
DAY 22 - 30, AFGHANISTAN
Kabul - Bamyan - Bandi Amir Lakes - Chaghcharan - Herat
DAY 31 – 36, TURKMENISTAN
Mary - Merv - Ashgabat - Karakum desert - Konye-Urgench
DAY 37 – 46, UZBEKISTAN
Aral Sea - Khiva - Bukhara - Samarkand
DAY 47 – 55, TAJIKISTAN
Lake Iskanderkul - Dushanbe - Pamir Highway
DAY 56 – 66, KYRGYZSTAN
Osh - Bishkek - Lake Song-Kol - Lake Issyk-Kul - Jeti Oguz
DAY 67 – 76, KAZAKHSTAN
Charyn Canyon - Almaty - Tamgaly - Karaganda - Nur-Sultan

Inclusions

75 breakfasts and 18 evening meals
Accommodation
Transportation
Note there is a local payment, starting at US$3400

Sample tour.  Itinerary, accommodation, transportation, inclusions and prices are correct at the time of publication but may change without prior notice.  Please inquire.

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