Mountains & Deserts of Central Asia

Highlights

• Explore Kashgar's traditional Sunday market and Animal market
• Cross the Taklamakan Desert
• Exploration of the oasis and the Jiaohe ruins at Turpan
• Guided tour of the Mogao caves, Dunhuang
• Camp near an adobe section of the Great Wall near Jiayuguan
• Explore the colourful natural phenomenon of the Rainbow Mountains
• Cross the northern end of the Tibetan Plateau
• Explore Xiahe - one of Tibets most historic cities
• See Bingling Si's vast Buddha statue and outstanding cave sculptures
• Explore the stunningly beautiful Mt. Kongtong and its temples
• Guided tour of Xi'an's world famous Terracotta Warriors
• Overland through Uzbekistan's Fergana Valley in local transport
• See the silk-weavers of the Fergana Valley
• Stay in traditional felt yurts at the incredible Song Köl Lake
• Experience the daily life of the Kyrgyz mountain shepherds
• See a demonstration from a traditional eagle hunter near Kochkor
• Learn how Kyrgyz carpets and hats are typically made
• Trek into the wilds of the Jeti-Oghuz Gorge
• Walk around the incredible scenery of the Chong Kemin valley
• Relax in the picturesque city of Bishkek

Included in Price

• Local Guides where necessary, Local Crew Member in certain areas, Two Dragoman Crew Members, One Local Crew Member
• Breakfasts x 52, Lunches x 18, Dinners x 26
• Comfortable Hotel 5 nightsBasic Hotel 18 nightsHomestay 6 nightsYurt Camp 3 nightsWild Camp 4 nightsCamping without facilities 2 nightsGuesthouse 3 nights

Important!

• Depending on the trip, activities may include treks of 3-4 hours at altitude or across hilly terrain, multi-day treks at sea level, horseback riding, canoeing and other adventurous activities. A moderate level of fitness is required.
• This is a fairly challenging trip; you may well be travelling at high altitudes, across deserts or through cold and windy or hot and steamy areas. The terrain and roads may be rough and the facilities can be very basic or non existent. There may be some long drive days followed by wild camps, and physically and mentally it can be tough, but there will be some rest days and time to relax as well.

Travel Package

This is an Organised Group Tour: the itinerary has been predefined by the tour operator. The tour destinations, duration, accommodations, departure dates and the price are fix. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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