Central Asia
August 15, 2025
How to visit Turkmenistan?
How I visited Turkmenistan: arranging a local agency and invitation letter, crossing from Uzbekistan, flying out of Ashgabat and budgeting for the trip.
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August 14, 2025
3 days in Turkmenistan
A short Turkmenistan itinerary from the Uzbek border to Darvaza and Ashgabat.
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July 13, 2025
Twelve days in Kyrgyzstan
A twelve-day Kyrgyzstan itinerary from Bishkek to Song-Kul, Karakol, Osh and Peak Lenin.
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July 1, 2025
50 Days Across Central Asia
My route through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan, with horse trekking at Song-Kul and the Pamir Highway.
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July 1, 2025
How to visit Mangystau: trains, tours and practical tips
How to reach Mangystau by train from Astana, Almaty, Nukus and Kungrad, plus my three-day tour from Aktau: landscapes, camping and practical details.
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Twelve days across Kazakhstan
A twelve-day Kazakhstan itinerary from Aktau to Almaty, through Mangystau and Astana.
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July 1, 2025