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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July 1, 2025

Twelve days across Kazakhstan

A twelve-day Kazakhstan itinerary from Aktau to Almaty, through Mangystau and Astana.

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