8 Days Kazakhstan Kyrgyzstan Tour: 2 Stans with Nature, Hiking & Nomadic Life (Small Group)
Tight on time but craving wild beauty? This 8-day “2 Stans” Small Group Tour is the perfect introduction to Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
🗓️ 8 Days / 7 Nights 👥 Max 16 people 🌐 English Guide ⭐ 4.87/5 (240 reviews)
Tour Highlights
✓ Tight on time but craving wild beauty? This 8-day “2 Stans” Small Group Tour is the perfect introduction to Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
✓ Experience the essence of Central Asia - vast steppes, red canyons, snow-capped Tianshan peaks, and unique blend of nomadic culture and nature
✓ “Two Cities + Two Highlights” - Efficient & BalancedDiscover the contrast between Almaty’s modern energy and Bishkek’s relaxed Soviet charm
✓ Explore two natural wonders: Kazakhstan’s dramatic Charyn Canyon and Kyrgyzstan’s serene Issyk-Kul Lake
✓ Expect stunning scenery, light hikes, photo opportunities, and authentic cultural encounters
✓ Family-Friendly ComfortNo camping, no rugged conditions, and no exhausting long drives
Detailed Itinerary
D1 Tashkent Arrival
Welcome to Uzbekistan! Airport pickup and transfer. Evening walk through Amir Timur Square and Independence Square. Dinner at a local restaurant serving plov.
D2 Tashkent — Capital Contrasts
Explore Khast Imam Complex with the world's oldest Quran, Chorsu Bazaar, and the ornate Tashkent Metro stations. Afternoon at the State Museum of History.
D3 Tashkent to Samarkand
Take the Afrosiyob high-speed train to Samarkand (2 hours). Afternoon at the Registan — three magnificent madrasahs facing a vast plaza, glowing turquoise in the afternoon light.
D4 Samarkand — Blue City
Visit Gur-e-Amir (Tamerlane's mausoleum), Bibi-Khanum Mosque, and the atmospheric Siab Bazaar. Afternoon explore Shah-i-Zinda, the stunning Avenue of Mausoleums with the finest tile work in Central Asia.
D5 Samarkand to Bukhara
Train to Bukhara. Afternoon explore the old city: Lyab-i-Hauz plaza, Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah, and the domed trading arcades where merchants have sold carpets and spices for centuries.
D6 Bukhara — Living Museum
Visit the Kalon Minaret and Mosque, the Ark Fortress (city within a city), and the Ismail Samani Mausoleum. Afternoon at a traditional hammam (bathhouse) for a scrub and massage.
D7 Departure from Bukhara
Morning at leisure. Transfer to Bukhara Airport or train back to Tashkent for your flight home.
D8 Day 8 — Cultural Exploration
Explore the local markets, artisan workshops, and hidden lanes with your guide. Discover the authentic daily life and traditions of this fascinating destination.
What's Included & Excluded
✅ Included
- ✓ Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast
- ✓ Professional English-speaking guide
- ✓ All transportation per itinerary
- ✓ Entrance fees to listed attractions
- ✓ Airport transfers on arrival and departure
❌ Excluded
- ✗ International flights
- ✗ Travel insurance
- ✗ Personal expenses and tips
- ✗ Visa fees (if applicable)