This is the Silk Road as it was meant to be experienced, not in fragments, but as a continuous journey across landscapes, cultures and centuries.
Travelling overland across all five Central Asian 'Stans', this journey follows the ancient arteries that once carried traders, pilgrims and empires between East and West. From the mountain valleys of Kyrgyzstan to the desert citadels of Uzbekistan and the remote frontiers of Turkmenistan, each border crossed reveals a shift in language, identity and way of life. Along the way, grand Silk Road cities like Samarkand and Bukhara stand as reminders of a time when this region was at the centre of the world, while remote villages, high passes and vast steppe landscapes reveal a more enduring, deeply rooted Central Asia. This is not simply a journey across countries; it is a journey through history, culture and connection, experienced slowly and deeply.
Departs 30 August 2027
This exclusive group departure is offered in conjunction with Jamison Travel & Cruise, Queanbeyan City Travel & Cruise, Travel Makers and Weston Cruise & Travel.