Cultural Turkmenistan Tours &amp; Trips

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bukhara

Highlights

Door to Hell giant burning gas pit in Turkmenistan
Islamic architecture and ruins along the great Silk Road
Villages and lakes of the Fann and Tien Shan mountains
Post-Soviet grand monuments
History of traders, preachers and invaders

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

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Tashkent to Ashgabat

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Khiva

Highlights

This incredible journey takes you through parts of Central Asia that few people can find on a map, let alone have considered travelling to.
Steeped in Silk Road history and immortalised in many great tales, the UNESCO-protected town of Khiva is as photogenic as it is legendary.
Explore the sprawling ruins of Mary, Merv and other ancient kingdoms and contemplate the remnants of empires that once ruled these vast lands.
Witness the eternal flames of the Darvaza Crater, aka the 'Door to Hell' as you camp nearby – one of the strangest, most mesmerising geological oddities on earth.
Ashgabat rose from the devastation of an earthquake in 1948 and has enjoyed a surreal and futuristic makeover - witness its often bizarre, but certainly memorable architecture on a city tour.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan Adventure

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bukhara, Khiva, Samarkand, Tashkent

Highlights

This incredible journey takes you through parts of Central Asia that few people can find on a map, let alone have considered travelling to.
The much-photographed Registan in Samarkand is one of the true pinnacles of Islamic architecture. You'll be wowed by the scale, grandeur and beauty of the monuments to iconic figures such as Tamerlane and the Persia-influenced madressas, mosques and mausoleums.
Spend an evening in the isolated Kyzylkum Desert, warming yourself by the fire and sleeping in a yurt.
Get to really know the stories and people of Uzbekistan while sharing home-cooked meals with local families, including a home stay in the remote Nuratau Mountains.
Spend time in World Heritage-listed Bukhara, a 6th-century-BC city that's drenched in history and home to the formidable Ark of Bukhara.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

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Bishkek to Ashgabat

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Bishkek, Bukhara, Khiva, Samarkand, Tashkent

Highlights

Central Asia is a fascinating and unique mix of ancient Silk Road culture, post-soviet culture and striving to redefine nations post independence. Geographically and for a time historically, it is the real centre of Asia
The much-photographed Registan in Samarkand is one of the true pinnacles of Islamic architecture. You'll be wowed by the scale, grandeur and beauty of the monuments to iconic figures such as Tamerlane and the Persian influenced madressas, mosques and mausoleums
Experience for yourself the legend that is Central Asian hospitality - there's really nothing like being welcomed into a local home or yurt for a meal, chatting with stall holders at bazaars or simply marvelling at the sights alongside locals
Kyrgyzstans mountains are its monuments and its majesty. The landscapes here will stay with you long after the journey is over
Marvel at the beautiful Son-Kol Lake, where in mid-summer you may see flocks of sheep, goats and herds of horses watched over by nomadic herdsmen and their families

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure

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The Five Stans of the Silk Road

By G Adventures

preferred

4.8/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’ve partnered with well-known names like National Geographic and the Jane Goodall Institute to offer unique experiences unavailable elsewhere.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Almaty, Bishkek, Bukhara, Dushanbe, Khiva, Samarkand, Tashkent

Highlights

Embark on the ultimate road trip across 5 countries in central asia
Browse the stalls of markets and local shops
Stay overnight in traditional yurts and camps
Camp under the stars near the darvaza crater and witness the gates of hell
Traverse mountains–forests and desert

Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"We spent two wonderful weeks touring several of the best destinations in Portugal & Spain with a group of 16 people. Our guide (Fredy) was from Spain and intimately familiar with the region, including its rich history, attractions, and food/beverages. The tour was well-paced using a combinations of private vehicles (small buses and cabs), trains, and an airplane ride as well as a fair amount of walking to get around these two beautiful countries. We extended our stay in Lisbon to see more attractions and took a side trip to Fatima, Obidos, and Nazare that was also excellent. Would have liked to have a bit more time in a couple of the cities, but we'll just have to plan another trip!"

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26 days From$5,399

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15-Day Central Asia Immersion of Five Stans

By China Highlights

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5/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Bukhara, Hahone , Kazakhstan, Khiva, Samarkand

Highlights

Enjoy breathtaking views of the snowcapped mountains and stunning waterfalls at the Ala Archa National Park.
Enjoy a glass of champagne with a boat ride on Issyk-Kul Lake.
Admire the splendor of the monuments and ancient blue-tiled mosques in Samarkand and Bukhara.
Wander through the narrow mudbrick alleyways in Khiva and discover the locals' lifestyles.
Camp at the Darvaza gas crater and enjoy a fire-cooked meal.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Religious

What travelers are saying

"I've just returned from my trip to China, a week ago. I've seen many-many interesting places of Guangdong and Guangxi provinces. But most of all i liked my 2-days trip to Longshen villages with my guide Frank from chinahighlights. The day before our trip has started, in Guilin, Frank met me in hotel and told about our journey. Next 2 days we visited traditional ancient chinese villages (the biggest from them are Ping'an and Dazhai), walking around them, saw the rice-terraces landscape (it was really unbelievable). Also we had a hiking between villages, and stayed at night at ZhongLiu village. I haven't seen any tourists in this village, even chinese tourists. It was fantastic cause we've seen real chinese life of local people, including, for example, planting vegetables, collecting tea). Very quiet, fresh air, natural food. Yes, in this village almost no shops, no souvenirs, but you dont need them. All around you a hundred times better. I advice all, who wants to see real chinese life, visit this place, especially this village, stay at night there. Thanks very much to my guide Frank and chinahighlights for this trip!"

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15 days From$5,800

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Tashkent to Turkey - 48 Days

By On The Go Tours

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4.7/5 Excellent

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Cappadocia, Ephesus, Gallipoli Peninsula, Istanbul, Samarkand

Highlights

Tashkent - begin your amazing journey in the clean and modern Soviet-style capital city of Uzbekistan
Samarkand - join a guided tour of the jewel in Uzbekistan's crown to see the incredible Registan Square and the Shah-I-Zinda necropolis
Kyzylkhum Desert - stay in a traditional felt yurt in the desert, take a dip in Lake Ajdar Kul and visit the nearby town of Nurata
Bukhara - learn about the fascinating past of the city and see the Kalyan Minaret which was once used as a place of execution
Khiva - discover highlights of the ancient city including it's imposing city walls, the turquoise Kalta Minor Minaret and Juma Mosque

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"First time we (mom and daughter) have done a tour and first time with on the go tours. What a special trip we had doing the 13 day Casablanca to Essaouira Morocco tour (26 Nov - 6 Dec 2023). We started the first 8 days doing the totally Morocco tour and the last few days at our own pace with down time in Essaouira. Jamal our guide led the tour from start to finish and took us safely on a culture filled journey. His knowledge of the country, it’s history and people was informative and inspiring. Every request was “no problem” and delivered with a smile and happy demeanour. Everything in Morrocco was “no problem” and we felt safe and looked after. We were driven in a comfortable coach with enough stops along the way to not feel long by our competent driver Suleman. The hotels, Riad and Dar were extremely comfortable with exceptional service. We would not have had the same experience travelling on our own, we felt as though we truly experienced Morocco. Everything was a highlight for us and we will definitely book another on the go tour in the future. If you wanting to see true Morocco we would strongly recommend doing this tour."

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Tashkent to Tbilisi Overlander - 34 Days

By On The Go Tours

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Group Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Highlights

Tashkent - begin your adventure in Uzbekistan's clean and modern Soviet-Style capital city
Samarkand - discover the jewel of Timur's empire and see highlights including the stunning Registan
Kyzylkhum Desert - stay in traditional felt yurts in the remote desert and opt for a camel ride over the rolling dunes
Darvaza - marvel at the flaming gas crater which is known by the Turkmen locals as the "Door to Hell"
Ashgabat - enjoy a guided minibus tour of Turkmenistan's bizarre capital city which is home to marble architecture and golden statues

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

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Highlights of Albania

By Explore!

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4.6/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Berat, Elba, Gjirokaster, Kruja, Tirana

Highlights

Travel through Albania while discovering its fascinating history and culture
Discover Butrint, one of the greatest archaeological sites in the Balkans
Stroll along UNESCO-Listed towns and visit hilltop castles

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Good accomodation and an excellent guide. Sagres has lots of nice restaurants and 3 beaches."

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Nile Cruise

By Exodus Travels

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4.7/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

With a huge range of trip styles and themes, they cater to basically every type of traveler out there- even those with super specific interests.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Moderate

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Abu Simbel, Aswan, Cairo, Luxor

Highlights

Visit the pyramids
Explore ancient temples and tombs
Cruise on the Nile
Enjoy the laid back atmosphere of Aswan

Themes

Cultural

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New Zealand: The South Island

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4.6/5 Excellent

Group Tour

Why we love them

Their unique emphasis on immersive cultural experiences combined with active exploration with personalized cycling experiences.

Lodging level

Premium - 4 star

Physical level

Strenuous

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown

Highlights

Prepare to be dazzled by the staggering beauty of the South Island’s glittering lakes, lush forests, fertile farmlands, and alpine peaks.
Hike up a valley carved by the retreating ice of Franz Josef Glacier.
Spend a day at a wilderness resort, enjoying kayaking, canoeing, hiking—and perhaps strolling to a colony of glowworms.
Experience life on a working ranch and savor a home-cooked meal during a visit to a sheep and cattle station.
Sample local vintages during a wine tasting at a local estate.

Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Nature & Wildlife, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

What travelers are saying

"This trip is unbelievably fantastic. Two of the best rides of my life, were on this tour. The guides were very good and this was just the start, when we met them, at the hotel in Cortina. Cortina was the site of the 1956 Olympics, and is a small pretty village. Nothing was open the two nights we were there, so probably bad timing. Hotel was a typical ski village hotel, good Italian/German food, and very comfortable. Second day of biking was up an old railroad spur that is now a ski trail about 15-20 K up to a mountain pass called Cimabanche Pass, which is beautiful. We rode up in a snow storm, then rain, then finally clear skies. This was the number two best ride of my life. Starting out from the hotel in Cortina, up the old spur, through single track bike trails, past babbling brooks, up to this fabulous mountain pass. This is now where the fun starts. Mostly downhill on paved roads very little traffic, at good speeds, through the most spectacular valleys you would ever see on a bike ride. Breathtaking. It had to end back at the hotel for a big dinner. The best ride of my life was the last biking day out of Merano. We were bused up 1500 K, about 85-90 miles to Lake Resia, high up in the Dolomites, then rode around the lake, down, back to Merano. High mountain peaks, many valleys,small towns, many grape growing farms, scenery, the best, and cool brisk weather. This was truly a great bike tour, one I will never forget. The trip is rated easy, but maybe easy/moderate is closer. The Hotel in Merano is excellent, middle of old town, modern, has a thermal bath, rooms were very good. The town of Merano is a must see if in the area, small, beneath the high mountains of the Dolomites, good restaurants, lots of tourists."

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Glaciers, Falls & Tango

By Say Hueque

preferred

5/5 Excellent

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Why we love them

They have extensive knowledge of Argentina and the surrounding region and their specialists have visited the destinations they send travelers to.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Visits

Buenos Aires, El Calafate, Iguazu Falls, Patagonia

Highlights

Tour both sides of Iguazú Falls’ majestic waterfalls and wander the national park split between Argentina and Brazil.
Walk alongside Patagonia’s Perito Moreno Glacier, one of Argentina’s cultural staples,in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires.
Best time to travel: From October to April

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for a fantastic holiday in Argentina! We loved the country and the people. The highlights for us was Iguazu Falls, the wine tour & the little hotel in Mendoza and the Glacier trekking. The Glacier was amazing!!! All flights were on time and your guides were always there to meet and great. Please pass on a special thank you to Carla who looked after us in BA and kept in touch all through our travels. Thanks again to Lujan, who did a fantastic job putting it all together and we will recommend you and your company to all our friends & family."

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Mexico Unplugged

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4.5/5 Excellent

Small Group Tour

Why we love them

They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.

Lodging level

Basic - 2 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Balanced schedule

Visits

Central America, Chichen Itza, Mexico City, Palenque, Playa del Carmen, San Cristobal

Highlights

Visit the community of San Pedro Tlahuac, home to Nahuatl descendants who practice traditions like chinampa farming, fiestas and ancient ceremonies.
Wander the stalls, snap some photos and pick up traditional handicrafts at the markets in Mexico City and Puebla.
Escape the Mexican heat in the highlands of San Cristobal de las Casas and explore surrounding villages where traditional customs and roots are thriving.
Explore the stunning Mayan temples of Palenque dating back to AD600 and stroll through Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Finish off your epic journey and recharge with a little beach time in the beachside hub of Playa del Carmen.

Themes

Cultural, High Adventure, Local Immersion & Homestays

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