Tashkent to Ashgabat

About this trip

Travel into vast desert landscapes on this 11-day journey through Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan. Watch the sunset over technicolour minarets in Khiva, learn about Turkmen rural life with a stay in a secluded mountain village and visit a local horse breeder at his farm to see how he prepares food and cares for his Akhal-Teke horses. Wander through the ancient ruins of the Silk Road in Merv, watch the sunset over the ‘Gates of Hell’ crater and revel in the eastern futurism of Ashgabat. On this trip, you’ll step away from the crowds and wander through ancient lands with local leaders who have all the best insights.