Ancient Silk Road: China, Kazakhstan & Uzbekistan

Overland adventure

September 5, 2013 - September 26, 2013

Priced from: $9,995

Below please find rates, cabin availability, and the items and services included and excluded in the expedition price. Please note that we may be able to offer a limited number of triple occupancy accommodations on this expedition; please call our office to inquire.

Rates and availability will be available once the itinerary is finalized.

Inclusions

  • • All accommodations; group meals from dinner on September 6 to breakfast on September 26; group or individual airport transfers on arrival and departure flights; guided excursions, parks, museums, etc. with entrance fees as stated in the itinerary; entrance fees for parks, museums, etc.; all gratuities except those to the Travel Director; and $50,000 of medical expense coverage.

Exclusions

  • • All air transportation - please note that flights within the itinerary are not included in the overall cost of your trip and will cost approximately $1,650 per person; excess baggage charges; airport arrival and departure taxes; gratuities for your Travel Director; passport and/or visa fees; accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar charges, alcoholic beverages, e-mail/fax/telephone charges.

Know Before You Go

The Ancient Silk Road is an adventurous journey, including interesting, unusual, and remote destinations for the experienced and flexible traveler. Tourist facilities are not highly developed, and many of the goods and services taken for granted in Western countries are not yet available or are underdeveloped by Western standards. The food is simple and flavorful, but choices are often limited. The weather is unpredictable and can vary greatly from one day to the next. The traditional regional lifestyles and cultures may affect scheduling, and the order of events and inclusions may change. Some days will be long due to rough roads or lengthy border crossings. It is our policy to always use the best available accommodations, however they will range from five-star elegance to cheerful and rustic in the more remote areas.

 
You will be traveling in Islamic nations. Although modest Western-style clothing is appropriate in major cities, women should be prepared to dress conservatively in more rural areas. Women in shorts, pants, short skirts, or sleeveless blouses face the risk of harassment. Men should not wear shorts or sleeveless shirts in public.
 
Visa processing for this program requires a minimum of 60 days prior to the departure date. If you have other international travel plans during that time its recommended you obtain a second passport. Please contact our office if you have questions regarding passports and visas.