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Beshariq border crossing (Uzbekistan to Tajikistan, Fergana Valley)

Last post by EtienneBlld « Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:22 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
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by irishmcbride » Sun Aug 14, 2016 9:21 am » in Roads, borders and security updates
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Went through this crossing a couple of days ago, was much smoother than anticipated, although time consuming.

Taxi from Fergana to the crossing took...

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Hello
I had the same experience as previous report.
The marshrutka to Konibodom in Khujand starts from here: for 15 somoni (bus number 328, taxi...
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Last post by EtienneBlld
Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:22 pm
Reports: Madaniyat-Izboskan border crossing (UZ-KG)

Last post by EtienneBlld « Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:10 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
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by Rupert » Mon Jul 09, 2018 11:15 am » in Roads, borders and security updates
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The border crossing page states that the Izboskan crossing is open for pedestrians. I'm guessing this would cover cyclists too, but has anyone heard...

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Hello,
Just crossed the border.
From Andijan you will find the Damas next to the old town bazaar:
It's 15 000 UZS per seats. Had to pay for 2 as my...
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Last post by EtienneBlld
Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:10 pm
Looking to join a trip from Almaty or elsewhere, any length, 1-10 September

Last post by JoshRichards « Sun Sep 08, 2024 9:58 am
Posted in Kazakhstan travel sharing
Replies: 5
by [email protected] » Tue Jun 18, 2024 5:09 pm » in Kazakhstan travel sharing

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I will be in Almaty alone for 10 days at the start of September, and would very much like to join a trip, whether shorter trips from Almaty, or a...

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Anyone in Almaty that wants to go to Altyn Emel national park between 10-13th September? :)

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Last post by JoshRichards
Sun Sep 08, 2024 9:58 am
Over stayed my 30 day Kyrgyzstan tourist visa - need exit visa

Last post by bwv812 « Sun Sep 08, 2024 8:10 am
Posted in Visas & embassy reports
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by Keeru159 » Sun Sep 08, 2024 7:12 am » in Visas & embassy reports

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Hi Folks,

So due to circumstances beyond my control I arrived at the Ak-zhol border crossing just one and half hour after my 30 day tourist visa got...

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Info can be found on the relevant visa article, as linked at the top of this page.

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Last post by bwv812
Sun Sep 08, 2024 8:10 am
Almaty to Bishkek, earliest morning bus

Last post by Lagerfeld « Sun Sep 08, 2024 5:37 am
Posted in Kazakhstan
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by kurtoff » Wed Apr 23, 2014 9:52 am » in Kazakhstan

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Hello,
I am going from Almaty to Bishkek. I want to leave as early in the morning as possible to arrive in Bishkek as early as possible to catch...

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I would be very much worry when I sleep in this departure hall. Who takes care for all my lagguage and all my belongings like my documents?

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Last post by Lagerfeld
Sun Sep 08, 2024 5:37 am
South Gobi budget tour guide

Last post by PickledChris « Sun Sep 08, 2024 2:22 am
Posted in Mongolia
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by Ken » Sun Jun 16, 2024 2:55 am » in Mongolia

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Hey,

I'm just providing details on how to organise a cheap private south Gobi tour.

First you need to book a bus from Dragon bus terminal in...

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I wouldn't necessarily anchor to this exactly, she was still figuring out how much to charge and her costs.

We paid $120pp/pd for 3 days (so $720)...

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Last post by PickledChris
Sun Sep 08, 2024 2:22 am
Moderators?

Last post by OWNER « Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:42 am
Posted in General
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by MichelG » Mon Aug 12, 2024 4:19 pm » in General
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Where are the moderators when you need them?

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1. A new user can create a new topic after writing at least 5 messages on the Forum.
2. A user cannot post a message more often than once every 15...
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Last post by OWNER
Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:42 am
Vivid travel memories. Join now!

Last post by OWNER « Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:29 am
Posted in General
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by OWNER » Tue Mar 21, 2023 2:29 am » in General
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Hello colleagues!
I want to share my impressions over the years of travel. Perhaps someone will recognize familiar places. If you have saved a photo...

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January 2023. Not far from Almaty. Khan-Tengri Peak and Muztau (Ice Mountain).
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Last post by OWNER
Sun Sep 08, 2024 12:29 am
Looking for travel buddies to share Turkmenistan tour

Last post by Nicosc « Sat Sep 07, 2024 3:14 pm
Posted in Turkmenistan travel sharing

by Nicosc » Sat Sep 07, 2024 3:14 pm » in Turkmenistan travel sharing

Hi,

I'm in contact with a Turkmen travel agency and they designed an itinerary for three days. The plan is to visit Ashgabat, Nissa and overnight...

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Last post by Nicosc
Sat Sep 07, 2024 3:14 pm
Bishkek 25-26 September

Last post by Aquario « Sat Sep 07, 2024 2:37 pm
Posted in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing

by Aquario » Sat Sep 07, 2024 2:37 pm » in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing

Hi there, I would like to book these tour if anyone interested, maybe we can travel together to save money:

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Last post by Aquario
Sat Sep 07, 2024 2:37 pm
Bulgan - Takashiken border (Mongolia - China)

Last post by Floortravel « Sat Sep 07, 2024 1:31 pm
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
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by TonyBustamante » Sat Aug 01, 2015 4:44 pm » in Roads, borders and security updates
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just crossed this border from hovd to xinjiang and i just want to note, that the entire road between hovd and the border is not yet entirely paved...

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We crossed the this border (from China to Mongolia) in the beginning of September. We came from Ürümqi.

From Ürümqi there is a daily bus at 11.00...
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Last post by Floortravel
Sat Sep 07, 2024 1:31 pm
Matsimi - Balakan Border Crossing Reports (Georgia - Azerbaijan)

Last post by Lagerfeld « Sat Sep 07, 2024 9:25 am
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
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by marten568 » Wed May 02, 2018 8:00 am » in Roads, borders and security updates
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I did not see a topic for this border. We crossed this border in our own vehicle in April 2018 from georgia to azerbaijan. Scenic drive and...

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The border between AZ & GE is only open going AZ -> GE, correct?
Yes, this is correct.
But in the opposit direction is impossible.
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Last post by Lagerfeld
Sat Sep 07, 2024 9:25 am
Selling 4x4 Mercedes & Full Setup - UB, Mongolia

Last post by Mumu-schu « Sat Sep 07, 2024 4:23 am
Posted in Sell/buy a car/motorbike to/from a traveler
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by roadtobankruptcy » Fri Sep 06, 2024 9:23 pm » in Sell/buy a car/motorbike to/from a traveler

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Mercedes-Benz ML270 CDI 2005 with FULL camping set up!

The car served us well on our 27000+ mile road trip no issues bar a couple of niggles that...

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Hi, I could be interested. Can you send me some photo and details (price) on WhatsApp +33766792621
Thanks,
Muriel

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Last post by Mumu-schu
Sat Sep 07, 2024 4:23 am
Going out in Tashkent

Last post by Minnesinger « Sat Sep 07, 2024 2:44 am
Posted in Uzbekistan
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by steven » Fri Nov 17, 2017 11:16 am » in Uzbekistan

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We currently do not have the resources (nor the stomach) to research nightlife in Tashkent. I will use this first post to list some recurring...

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Heading to Uzbekistan later this month, so interested if there’s any more recent reports or recommendations on bars etc? Thanks in advance....

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Last post by Minnesinger
Sat Sep 07, 2024 2:44 am
Osh to Dunshabe early October - 10 day trip - Self Driving

Last post by telemark_noah « Sat Sep 07, 2024 12:21 am
Posted in Pamir Highway rideshare
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by Stanman2001 » Wed Aug 21, 2024 12:30 am » in Pamir Highway rideshare

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We are two guys from the UK (23 years old) seeking travellers to join us in a 4x4 from Osh to Dunshabe around the beginning of October. We want to...

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Hey,

I'm planning to do the trip early October and would love to join.
I'm travelling solo from Australia and can share the drive and costs too....

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Last post by telemark_noah
Sat Sep 07, 2024 12:21 am
When will Azerbaijan open its borders?

Last post by bwv812 « Sat Sep 07, 2024 12:00 am
Posted in Roads, borders and security updates
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by nemesis464 » Wed Jan 05, 2022 11:11 pm » in Roads, borders and security updates
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See below:

(in Azeri)

The previous Covid regime was due to expire in January, but now looks to have been extended until at least March, so...

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Nobody has written they will open their land borders on October 1.

Again, it has repeatedly been written what is happening.
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Last post by bwv812
Sat Sep 07, 2024 12:00 am
4x4 & Full Set UP For Sale - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Last post by roadtobankruptcy « Fri Sep 06, 2024 9:20 pm
Posted in Sell/buy a car/motorbike to/from a traveler

by roadtobankruptcy » Fri Sep 06, 2024 9:20 pm » in Sell/buy a car/motorbike to/from a traveler

Mercedes-Benz ML270 CDI 2005 with FULL camping set up!

The car served us well on our 27000+ mile road trip no issues bar a couple of niggles that...

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Last post by roadtobankruptcy
Fri Sep 06, 2024 9:20 pm
Aral sea tour Oct 26th - 28th

Last post by harpaj « Fri Sep 06, 2024 5:26 pm
Posted in Uzbekistan travel sharing

by harpaj » Fri Sep 06, 2024 5:26 pm » in Uzbekistan travel sharing

Hello!

My girlfriend and me booked an Aral Sea Tour with Besqala from Oct 26th - 28th (this one:
We booked it with a guide, which means there is...

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Last post by harpaj
Fri Sep 06, 2024 5:26 pm
3 days horse trekking tour to Son Kul (12-14 Sept) Kyzart - Son Kul - Bishkek

Last post by emilyw331 « Fri Sep 06, 2024 4:43 pm
Posted in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing

by emilyw331 » Fri Sep 06, 2024 4:43 pm » in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing

Hi fellow travelers! I'm a solo traveler planning to do a 3-day horse riding tour to Son Kul around September 12th. Anyone interested in joining?...

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Last post by emilyw331
Fri Sep 06, 2024 4:43 pm
Torugart pass crossing september 2024

Last post by Homo_Degeneris « Fri Sep 06, 2024 3:39 pm
Posted in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing
Replies: 2
by Homo_Degeneris » Mon Aug 05, 2024 3:19 pm » in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing

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Hello, my name is Garth. I am planning on crossing the Torugart border in the middle of September. I am planning to do this with Kubat Tour, who can...

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Hi, thanks for your reply. Unfortunately I have to be in Kashgar by 16 September. I was told the price of the transfer has gone up, due to the...

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Last post by Homo_Degeneris
Fri Sep 06, 2024 3:39 pm
Kochkor/Naryn to Osh on 7 September

Last post by Homo_Degeneris « Fri Sep 06, 2024 3:06 pm
Posted in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing
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by KateMcMc » Tue Sep 03, 2024 10:59 am » in Kyrgyzstan travel sharing

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Hi
We (two Australians) are looking to travel from Kochkor/Naryn to Osh on either 6 or 7 September.
Looking for other travelers to join us for car...

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Hi guys,

I am an Australian also looking to make this journey, but a week later. How flexible are your plans?

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Last post by Homo_Degeneris
Fri Sep 06, 2024 3:06 pm
Travel around 19 october in the Pamir

Last post by telemark_noah « Fri Sep 06, 2024 2:07 pm
Posted in Pamir Highway rideshare
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by brunofr » Mon Sep 02, 2024 11:01 am » in Pamir Highway rideshare

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Hi everyone!
We are a couple ( 37 and 41 years old) and we are looking to rent a vehicle (4x4) in Tadjikistan around the 19 october to drive to the...

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Hi, I'd be keen to join.

How long are you expecting to be travelling the Pamir and what are the estimated costs?

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Last post by telemark_noah
Fri Sep 06, 2024 2:07 pm
Aral Sea tour 30.09-01.10 or 06-07.10

Last post by cristina_bcn « Fri Sep 06, 2024 1:16 pm
Posted in Uzbekistan travel sharing
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by joanna_pl » Mon Sep 02, 2024 2:24 pm » in Uzbekistan travel sharing

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Hi All,
I'm looking for someone to join me for a 2-day tour to the Aral Sea. I can do 30.09-01.10 or 06-07.10, with a preference for 30th of...

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Hi Joanna,

I´m also looking for someone to do a 2 Days tour to Aral Sea on 29 or 30 of September from Khiva or Nukus. I sent you a private message.

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Last post by cristina_bcn
Fri Sep 06, 2024 1:16 pm
Buying fuel in Iran

Last post by vietzay « Fri Sep 06, 2024 12:20 pm
Posted in Iran
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by Fred DC » Fri May 11, 2018 3:53 pm » in Iran
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Hello,
I'll be travelling in Iran by motorcycle in June and I'll like to know how it works with fuel lately.
I read the topic about it here but I'd...

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Ive just been to Iran with my Tiger 1200 GT Explorer and didn't have any issue regarding filling y tank up. Here is what I suggest to do (easy)....
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Last post by vietzay
Fri Sep 06, 2024 12:20 pm
Help, cannot book any train for Saturday Almaty-Astana

Last post by Aeglil « Fri Sep 06, 2024 11:32 am
Posted in Kazakhstan
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by Aeglil » Fri Sep 06, 2024 10:46 am » in Kazakhstan

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Hello,

I tried to book a train ticket on the Kazakh railway website for tomorrow but the search didn't get any results.
It's very important since I...

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Do you kniw how It works for thé bus? Otherwise I will Book a flight.
I just hope the bus will leave on time tomorrow from Bishkek.

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Last post by Aeglil
Fri Sep 06, 2024 11:32 am

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