@sevaga Hi, I got mine from Owadan Tourism (owadan.net their website) . Some travellers also recommend Ayan Travel as reliable and helpful. Hope this ...

This all sounds wonderful! One last question—are there restrooms or places to stop for a break along the route?

That’s helpful, thanks! Another question—are there any must-see spots at the lakes or along the way?

Thanks for all the advice, everyone! It sounds like the road is more manageable than I feared. Do you think it’s better to hire a driver in advance or...

Thank you for the reassurance! That’s exactly what I wanted to hear. I’ll make sure to communicate my concerns to the driver.

You pay for the visa first. If you receive the invitation, then you pay for the tour. It depends on the agency and what you agree on (either you pay f...

I got mine visa last week through the Turkmen travel agency

You can buy a Kazakh SIM card and pay via SMS. Alternatively, purchase a plastic Onay card and top it up.

Well, if you’re rushing, maybe. But in Khiva, it’s important to understand WHAT you want to see. From the outside, all the buildings look the same — c...

Here’s our take: Bukhara: "Bolo Havz": A disappointment. The service was slow, and we had to chase down the waitstaff both to place our order and ...