Turkmenistan is a country in Central Asia bordered by the Caspian Sea and largely covered by the Karakum Desert. It’s known for archaeological ruins including those at Nisa and Merv, major stops along the ancient trade route the Silk Road. Ashgabat, the capital, was rebuilt in Soviet style in the mid-20th century and is filled with grand monuments honouring former president Saparmurat Niyazov. The Turkmen are only a generation or two removed from being nomads as they have never really formed a real nation and have allowed their cities to become predominantly populated by other peoples.
The Legendary Silk Road by Private Train from Ashgabat
3 Nights - Tours in April and October each year
Overview: Journey along the ancient trade routes of the legendary Silk Road and discover its historical and cultural diversity where ancient and modern civilizations combine…
Travel Dates: 12/04/22 - 25/04/22, 18/10/22 - 31/10/22, 11/04/23 - 24/04/23, 17/10/23 - 30/10/23
The Legendary Silk Road by Private Train from Almaty
13 Nights - Tours in March and October each year
Overview: Follow the legendary Silk Road back in time, across three countries and seven UNESCO World Heritage sites.
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Travel Dates: 31/03/22 - 13/04/22, 06/10/22 - 19/10/22, 30/03/23 - 12/04/23, 05/10/23 - 18/10/23
Republics of the Silk Road by Luxury Private Train from Tashkent
13 Nights
Overview: This new tour is a fascinating 14 day rail journey on board the Golden Eagle through the 'Five Stans', the Southern Republics of the former Soviet Union.
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Travel Dates: 01/04/22 - 14/04/22, 07/10/22 - 20/10/22, 06/10/23 - 19/10/23
Republics of the Silk Road by Luxury Private Train from Moscow
16 Nights
Overview: A fascinating rail journey through the 'Five Stans', the Southern Republics of the former Soviet Union.
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Travel Dates: 29/03/22 - 14/04/22, 29/03/23 - 14/04/23
Silk Road by Private Train from Beijing to Moscow through Central Asia
20 Nights - Join us as we retrace the most important trading routes of ancient civilisation. Contact Guidepost Tours for dates
Overview: Retracing one of the most important trading routes of ancient civilisation, the Silk Road follows in the footsteps of such legendary figures as Alexander the Great…
