Caravanistan

Hi Steven, thanks for the input. You are correct in that I am trying to determine a route through Turkmenistan. I plan to fly into Ashgabat and then either go to Merv and Turkmenabat or do Ashgabat to Darvaza to Kunye and on to Khiva. I hate to leave out Merv but like the idea of the Central route w...

How do the ancient fortresses around Khiva ( Ayaz Kala, etc.) compare to that of Merv? I realize Merv was once a lot larger but overall is there a similarity? I am trying to decide if it is worth the time getting to Merv or just experiencing some of the fortresses near Khiva to save time. Thanks for...

Hi Isabelle,

Were you able to find hiking options near Khujand?

Thanks

Anybody know the border crossing hours for Penjikent? UZ -> TJ

Thanks Christian. Is the guesthouse you mentioned near where a public transport from panjakent could drop you off or or you have to hike a ways to get there? Are the lakes a short or long distance from the guest house?

It was mentioned that a trip to 7 lakes could be more of a driving trip. Would that be an all day trip? Does Shing have accomodations?

Thanks for the input.

Can anyone confirm if the border crossing for Penjikent is 24/7? I am planning to arrive in Samarkand by train at 17:20 and wondering if there will be time to move towards TJ or if I have to stop for the evening and wait until the next morning. Thanks for the input.

Are manats easily used or exchanged for Uzbek or tajik currency in Uzbekistan or Tajikistan?

Thanks for the information. Can I drop them an email specifically or just a general request through the website?

Hi everyone, I am considering a short, simple 3 day visit to Turkmenistan as I move around a few of the Stans. Can anyone recommend a travel agency? I would plan to fly in to Ashgabat and spend a day there before moving to Mary/Merv for a day and then finally to Turkmenabat and border to enter Uzbek...