Uzbekistan

Central Asia's cradle of civilisation

Lying at the heart of Central Asia, Uzbekistan is the cradle of civilisation for the region. The Turco-Mongol conqueror Timur ran his vast empire from here in the 14th century, and architecture buffs will be in heaven when confronted by the epic scale of his legacy. The medieval cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva are the jewels in the crown of Uzbekistan. Blue tiled mosques, towering minarets, and grand palaces leave the visitor awed and humbled. A trip through Uzbekistan is a trip through the land of the Silk Road, passing Bactrian camels, lonely forts and windswept desert landscapes. Uzbekistan is not just a Timurid museum. Modern-day Uzbekistan is a balancing act between its traditional Islamic past and its post-Soviet future. Atmospheric markets selling prayer mats and Baltika beer, endless cotton fields and the sobering sight of the now nearly dry Aral Sea stand testament to the impact of those years. Yet they are the experiences that make a visit to Uzbekistan so memorable.

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NEW - Afghanistan in 10 Days
A 10 day trip to the highlights of Afghanistan. Starting and finishing in Kabul this trip visits Bamian in the Central Highlands of Afghanistan, home of the Buddha niches and the lakes of Band...
Departures:
24th Apr - 3rd May, 2026
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Turkmenistan
An 8-day trip to visit the isolationist state of Turkmenistan, the least visited of all the Central Asian nations. You start off by visiting its ultra-modern capital - Ashgabat - famous for its ostentatious...
Departures:
3rd May - 10th May, 2026
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World Nomad Games 2026
A trip to Kyrgyzstan to take in the 2026 World Nomad Games and soak up some of the country's phenomenal mountainous scenery and Silk Road history. The Games celebrate sports and activities played by nomadic...
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Virtual Tours with Fatima: Afghanistan
Have you ever dreamt of travelling to Afghanistan, or wondered what it would be like to visit this fascinating country as a tourist? Join pioneering Afghan tour guide Fatima Haidari on a virtual tour...
Departures:
13th Jan - 13th Jan, 2026
10th Feb - 10th Feb, 2026
Tajikistan Pamir Mountain Lakes
Trekking Tajikistan: Pamir Mountain Lakes
Of all the Greater Ranges on the Asian continent, the Pamir Mountains are probably the least known and the least visited of them all. They boast the world’s largest glacier outside the Polar Regions,...
Departures:
3rd Aug - 18th Aug, 2025
Hindu Kush, Pakistan
Pakistan - Hindu Kush & Karakoram
A 14-day road trip through the awe-inspiring Karakoram and Hindu Kush Mountain ranges of Northern Pakistan. These mountains contain a kaleidoscope of people as well as some of the earth's most incredible scenery. We'll...
Departures:
24th May - 6th Jun, 2025
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Ski Afghanistan
Untamed Borders is the original ski company in Afghanistan and was the first company to run ski trips to Afghanistan, way back in 2011. On the snow you will be guided by a qualified...
Islamabad Marathon
Islamabad Marathon
This package offers travel and entrance to the Islamabad Marathon 2026. The Islamabad Marathon is Pakistan’s largest running event, showcasing the nations purpose-built capital. Established in the 1960s, the city features the stunning Margalla...
Departures:
23rd Jan - 26th Jan, 2026
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Pakistan in 7 Days
A road trip from the Mughal city of Lahore to the oldest city in Pakistan, Peshawar. Stopping at Sufi shrines, Buddhist remains, Mughal mosques and energetic bazaars. A US$400 deposit is required to reserve...
Departures:
27th Nov - 3rd Dec, 2025
26th Jan - 1st Feb, 2026