A fascinating tour in a fascinating world. Don't miss it.

This tour has helped fill in gaps in my historical understanding of Central Asia. Our expert and the local guides were brilliant, attentive, engaging, and helpful. We had meals at the homes of several local families which allowed us to sample their food and speak to the hosts. The ancient sites were certainly as awesome, some even as old, as those in Egypt. This was a thoroughly enriching experience. 

Central Asia with Smithsonian Journeys was an eye-opening experience to a little-known part of the world. One of the most memorable trips I have ever taken.

Our trip to the Five Stans with Smithsonian Journeys was extraordinary. Exploring the Silk Road fulfilled a lifelong dream—particularly Samarkand with some of the most magnificent Islamic architecture on the planet.