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Armenia - Nagorno-Karabakh border crossings

Last post by bwv812 « Mon Oct 02, 2023 9:56 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
Replies: 7
by DaSwede » Tue Aug 20, 2019 3:10 pm » in Roads, borders and security updates

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The road across the Sotk pass is now paved, so it is no longer necessary to travel through Goris to get to Stepanakert. This road is very scenic and...

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Ironic (but perhaps unsurprising) that a comment criticizing political comments is itself political.

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Last post by bwv812
Mon Oct 02, 2023 9:56 pm
Dushanbe Airport Dilemma

Last post by LohKuanYew « Mon Oct 02, 2023 9:15 pm
Posted in Tajikistan
Replies: 3
by ryanang94 » Thu Sep 21, 2023 8:22 am » in Tajikistan

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Hi guys,

My friend and I (two Singaporeans guys) are planning to fly out of Dushanbe to Tashkent after our trip to the Fann Mountains.

Ive been...

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Hi guys,

My friend and I (two Singaporeans guys) are planning to fly out of Dushanbe to Tashkent after our trip to the Fann Mountains.

Ive been...

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Last post by LohKuanYew
Mon Oct 02, 2023 9:15 pm
Safety+Language in Baku + Azerbaijan (besides Armenia/Azeri border)

Last post by agshin « Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:28 pm
Posted in Others
Replies: 2
by justine » Sat Apr 29, 2017 10:36 pm » in Others

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Hi! I plan on visiting Baku in July with my parents and they're a little worried about safety. We're from Sydney, but live in Chicago now. We look...

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Steven, I appreciate for informing people. Cheers

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Last post by agshin
Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:28 pm
Azerbaijan - Nagorno-Karabakh border crossings

Last post by agshin « Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:09 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
Replies: 1
by steven » Sat Nov 21, 2020 9:40 am » in Roads, borders and security updates

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Before the 2020 war, there was no way in from Azerbaijan to Nagorno-Karabakh. After the Azeri win, things are set to change. As more details emerge,...

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For your information: For azerbaijanis Nagorno Karabagh became just a geographical toponym since 90s. Anyway, after the known war in 2020 it became...

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Last post by agshin
Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:09 pm
contacting ferry people in Baku/Alat

Last post by agshin « Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:40 pm
Posted in Other transport
Replies: 2
by Rioesmarex » Thu Apr 12, 2018 4:14 am » in Other transport

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Maybe a dumb question from someone who is NOT tech savvy.
Nearly all the posts talk about leaving you phone number with shipping company/port...

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I can add. It depends on whether they use whatsapp and have a good mood or not. Dont expect that anyone will call your Mexican sim card.

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Last post by agshin
Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:40 pm
Baku - Turkmenbashi - Konyeurgench (- Nukus): transit visa vs. tourist visa (/ VOA?)

Last post by agshin « Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:34 pm
Posted in Turkmenistan
Replies: 4
by DamiaanReijnaers » Fri Jun 23, 2023 12:03 pm » in Turkmenistan

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A transit visa seems to allow for more freedom (because of being able to travel independently) and would supposedly be a cheaper option overall....

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Hello Aqsin, are you sure of the information about the possibility for foreigners to leave AZN by sea ? I've been told otherwise but haven't...

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Last post by agshin
Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:34 pm
Hotel at Ferry Port, Alat, Azerbaijan

Last post by agshin « Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:26 pm
Posted in Others
Replies: 3
by agshin » Wed Jun 28, 2023 5:23 pm » in Others

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Hi, everyone. I am staying at the hotel close to ferry port at Alat, Baku, Azerbaijan. The ferry goes to Kazakhstan and back. People have no idea...

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I forgot to make a post that I am no more staying at this hotel. But open for any questions. Bon voyage

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Last post by agshin
Mon Oct 02, 2023 6:26 pm
Khorgos border crossing Q&A (Almaty - Urumqi)

Last post by indizio « Mon Oct 02, 2023 4:19 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
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by Oakenshield » Fri Jul 25, 2014 5:43 am » in Roads, borders and security updates
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Hi guys,

I'm currently in Almaty planning my trip through Kazahstan to China. I want to go to Khorgos (I'm on the bike) but I don't know which road...

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Hi! Could you let me know the result? I too want to pass the border from Khorgos during the holidays, possibly on 3rd, if it is open. Much...
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Last post by indizio
Mon Oct 02, 2023 4:19 pm
Mangystau/Aktau 2-Day Roundtrip

Last post by Märy_5432 « Mon Oct 02, 2023 2:47 pm
Posted in Kazakhstan travel sharing

by Märy_5432 » Mon Oct 02, 2023 2:47 pm » in Kazakhstan travel sharing

Hey there,

We (couple from Germany 29/30) want to book a two day round trip from Aktau starting on the 5th or 6th of October.

Costs will be around...

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Last post by Märy_5432
Mon Oct 02, 2023 2:47 pm
Crossing Iran by car from Turkey to Pakistan

Last post by Koen « Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:33 pm
Posted in Iran
Replies: 1
by remy » Sun Oct 01, 2023 4:41 pm » in Iran

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Hello everyone !

We are 2 french travelers by car.

Currently, we are in Turkey and we would like to go in Pakistan so we have to cross Iran.

Is it...

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hi,
don't think Iran gives out transit visa.
The e-visa system is working but is slow and almost everyone get rejected. (tried myself month ago and...

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Last post by Koen
Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:33 pm
Current situation Iran

Last post by Roadtophnompenh « Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:00 pm
Posted in Iran
Replies: 37
by Jefta » Mon Sep 26, 2022 4:56 pm » in Iran
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Me and my wife are planning to travel to Iran from Tajikistan in around 2 weeks. Now the current situation in Iran has changed and we heard from...

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Road safety isn't something that many people would think of as a real safety/security consideration, yet statistically it's probably a greater threat...
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Last post by Roadtophnompenh
Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:00 pm
Dushanbe to Osh start 8 or 9th Oct for 7 days

Last post by Sonderisland « Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:51 am
Posted in Pamir Highway rideshare
Replies: 2
by Sonderisland » Tue Sep 26, 2023 11:50 am » in Pamir Highway rideshare

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Hi, I’m Quinn F, 33 looking to rent a car with driver to start in Dushanbe on either 8th or 9th Oct for a 7 day (plus minus 1 day is fine) trip that...

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Hi Dina,

That’s awesome! I’ve tried to WhatsApp you but the number is not valid. There is still space available and I’m still looking for more. Can...

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Last post by Sonderisland
Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:51 am
Horseriding in Song Kul

Last post by EricaB « Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:08 am
Posted in Kyrgyzstan

by EricaB » Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:08 am » in Kyrgyzstan

Wondering if anyone knows if there are still horses and yurts at Song Kul? Want to go horseriding without going through CBT

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Last post by EricaB
Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:08 am
Jalal Abad to Kazarman: Kaldama pass open or closed?

Last post by EricaB « Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:05 am
Posted in Kyrgyzstan
Replies: 1
by EricaB » Sun Oct 01, 2023 1:18 pm » in Kyrgyzstan

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Has anyone recently crossed the Kaldama Pass from Jalal Abad to Kazarman? Planning to do so tomorrow. Would like to hear about road conditions? Heard...

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Just for anyone who needs pass today was clear and beautiful

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Last post by EricaB
Mon Oct 02, 2023 11:05 am
Turkmenistan by train - ? tour

Last post by UncleRed « Mon Oct 02, 2023 10:18 am
Posted in Turkmenistan

by UncleRed » Mon Oct 02, 2023 10:18 am » in Turkmenistan

Hi all

Looking for some up to date information about travel through Tukmenistan by train.
I'm trying to find a way to travel by surface from...

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Last post by UncleRed
Mon Oct 02, 2023 10:18 am
Uzbekistan and Kazahkstan

Last post by Neugierde « Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:10 am
Posted in Uzbekistan
Replies: 2
by reneeineastbay » Sun Oct 01, 2023 10:56 pm » in Uzbekistan

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I am planning a trip to Almaty (and a day trip to Kaindy Lake), as well as throughout Uzbekistan. I would like to see Tashkent, Samarkand, and Khiva....

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It depends on what kind of traveller you are and how much time you want to spend at each place. I visited Tashkent, Samarkand, Buchara, Khiva and...

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Last post by Neugierde
Mon Oct 02, 2023 7:10 am
Almaty-Urumqi bus: reports, Q&A

Last post by Theo simon « Mon Oct 02, 2023 5:53 am
Posted in Itineraries & trip reports
Replies: 31
by funkyboots » Fri May 15, 2015 10:40 am » in Itineraries & trip reports
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Does anyone know what time the sleeper buses leave Almaty for Urumqi, and what time they get to the border? For visa reasons, I need to time it so I...

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3 of us crossed from Kaz to China, by bus from Almaty to Yining, on Monday September 18th 2023. We had stayed at Assem Hostel, after our pre-booked...
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Last post by Theo simon
Mon Oct 02, 2023 5:53 am
Afghan visa - has it ever caused you any problems?

Last post by ccc « Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:41 am
Posted in Afghanistan
Replies: 18
by ccc » Mon Jul 05, 2021 11:29 pm » in Afghanistan
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Just wondering if anyone has ever had problems applying for visas or entering countries (except US) with an Afghan visa/entry stamp in their passport?

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Any idea why Libya rejects those visas?

Having an Afghanistan or Somalila stamp in your passport will no longer be an issue when entering Libya!
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Last post by ccc
Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:41 am
Current travel/safety conditions in Afghanistan

Last post by ccc « Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:36 am
Posted in Afghanistan
Replies: 18
by disparate » Thu Sep 29, 2016 3:34 am » in Afghanistan
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Hey folks!

I've been dreaming of travelling to Central Asia for three years now, and I'm finally doing it, I fly to Bishkek on Sunday....

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Hello hello,

I am thinking about crossing the border from Uzbekistan to Afghanistan and continue to Pakistan. Has anyone been on this route...
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Last post by ccc
Mon Oct 02, 2023 12:36 am
Iraqi Kurdistan - Turkey border crossing reports

Last post by IronChris « Sun Oct 01, 2023 6:35 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
Replies: 31
by Solo2ruedas » Fri Mar 17, 2017 3:23 pm » in Roads, borders and security updates
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We are planning to travel from turkey to Iraq by bicycle to visit the autonomous kurdistan region and from there cross to Iran. Does anyone know if...

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...the error was that I simply could not upload the picture of the passport.
Anyways, I heard that you can do that right at the border , so an...
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Last post by IronChris
Sun Oct 01, 2023 6:35 pm
Pamir Highway - Dushanbe to Osh - Early October - Self Driving Car

Last post by hollyyare « Sun Oct 01, 2023 6:31 pm
Posted in Pamir Highway rideshare
Replies: 3
by GaoQuanJun » Tue Aug 08, 2023 9:23 am » in Pamir Highway rideshare

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Hi everyone!

Here is our situation: we are looking to go through the Pamir Highway, from Osh to Dushanbe, in early October. We intend to do this by...

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Hi

I can also take the car back from Dushanbe to Osh around that time. What are the costs involved (other than petrol)?

If you've got any more...

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Last post by hollyyare
Sun Oct 01, 2023 6:31 pm
Chinese border crossings: open or closed?

Last post by TheNonFlyingDutchman « Sun Oct 01, 2023 6:12 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
Replies: 6
by steven » Fri Oct 02, 2015 4:35 am » in Roads, borders and security updates

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This topic has been causing confusion for some time now. I dedicated a page to it on the site . The discussion continues here: please post all your...

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PROPER SH*T. Excuse my French.
I just arrived in Murghab (not the most inspiring town I have to say), and I just heard from a truckdriver that the...

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Last post by TheNonFlyingDutchman
Sun Oct 01, 2023 6:12 pm
Buying train tickets in Uzbekistan

Last post by Nidhik2300 « Sun Oct 01, 2023 1:05 pm
Posted in Uzbekistan
Replies: 194
by pikdonker » Sat May 19, 2018 4:29 pm » in Uzbekistan
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The uzbek railways ticketing website seems to work rather well when it's up. It is not at the moment, but was up for days a couple of weeks ago when...

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Thanks, helpful to know that we can hope to get the refund in next few days.
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Last post by Nidhik2300
Sun Oct 01, 2023 1:05 pm
Embassy report: Iran visa in Tbilisi

Last post by IndiaOverland23 « Sun Oct 01, 2023 11:41 am
Posted in Visas & embassy reports
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by bretonsuisse » Wed Feb 11, 2015 5:22 pm » in Visas & embassy reports
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We applied (with Swiss passports) for the 30 days Iran Visa in Tbilisi.

- They make the passport copy (you should let our passport )
- 2 pictures....

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Iranian Visa in Tbilisi September 2023 with german passport

I got my Grant Visa Notice from TAP Persia.
I went to the embassy in the morning. You...
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Last post by IndiaOverland23
Sun Oct 01, 2023 11:41 am
US$ or Som?

Last post by txingu « Sun Oct 01, 2023 11:33 am
Posted in Uzbekistan
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by daryl » Thu Aug 24, 2023 4:25 pm » in Uzbekistan

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We're Canadian and we're wondering if som or US $$ cash is cheaper and most convenient to make most purchases in Uzbekistan? In some countries you...

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The only reference to USD I encountered in Uzbekistan was from an angry tourist shop guy who, after my unsuccessful bargaining, tried to embarrass me...

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Last post by txingu
Sun Oct 01, 2023 11:33 am

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