Fleewinter Destinations
Part 4: Ultimate itineraries for the Middle East & Central Asia in 2024
By Valeria Garibotti on 10th January, 2024
Do you dream of a holiday where ancient history meets awe-inspiring landscapes?
Look no further than Central Asia and the Middle East.
Marvel at the Silk Road’s secrets, take a guided tour through the Souks of Jordan, savour street food that’ll make your heart (and stomach) sing in these lesser visited parts of the world – is this somewhere on your bucket list?
From mystical deserts to vibrant markets and precipitous mountains, these regions pack a serious punch.
A petite nation abundant in hospitality, ancient history, and culture — with numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites — this is Jordan. Jordan presents limitless opportunities for adventure, is home to Petra, one of the 8 wonders of the world – and is an incredibly diverse destination.
The elephant in the room: from a distance, Jordan is sometimes unfairly associated with regional conflicts, causing wary travellers to overlook its unique charms. In truth, Jordan is a welcoming and tranquil destination that should not be missed. If you do choose to visit (and you should!), your Fleewinter expert will have a conversation about safety with you.
Our ‘Classic Jordan Tour’ starts at around £1,900 per person, and flights from the UK begin at £500 a head.
An in depth tour around this magnificent Central Asian country traveling off the beaten track to remote areas where you will hike to pristine alpine lakes through fantastic mountain scenery.
A perfect trip for those who enjoy wildlife, fabulous scenery and being outdoors.
Camp in traditional yurts and learn about how these interesting people have lived along the Silk Road for millennia.
Learn how Kyrgyzstan is developing community based tourism by staying at one of its homestays.
Travel with Nigel on the ‘Kyrgystan Encopassed’ itinerary, with prices starting from £2,550 per person, and flights from the UK from £750 a head.
Little visited, Turkmenistan is quite different to its Central Asian neighbours and this cultural tour is a great way to become acquainted with its mix of ancient and modern sites.
Full of surprises, you will visit the modern municipal capital which holds the world record for the density of white marble buildings and Kunya-Urgench, a fascinating ancient site, which was once one of Islam’s major cities.
Our ‘Classic Cultural Tour’ starts at around £1,990 per person. Flights from the UK begin at £750pp.
This comprehensive cultural tour travels to the remote destination of Uzbekistan.
A fascinating destination for those who appreciate rich history and diverse culture.
Nowhere is this more marked than in the fabulous cities of Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, all of which you will visit on this in-depth cultural tour.
Our ‘Uzbekistan Silk Road Tour’ starts at around £2,190 per person, and flights from the UK begin at £750 a head.
An in-depth tour that will take you through the ‘Five ‘Stans’ of Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan.
During this diverse trip, trek through vast gorges, hike in the foothills of huge mountains and visit cultural masterpieces known throughout the world. Enjoy the stunning scenery of remote alpine lakes and wander the narrow streets of medieval cities which have traded for millenia.
Nigel’s ‘Central Asia Overland’ itinerary starts at around £6,250 per person, and flights from the UK begin at £950 a head.
Travel through China, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan on this epic journey tracing the route of the legendary Silk Road.
Visit desert oases and Tibetan monasteries on the way to Dunhuang where you will see the Cave of a Thousand Buddhas and fabled Kashgar before crossing the border into Kyrgyzstan at the 3752m Torugart Pass. In Kyrgyzstan visit Nayrn, Bishkek and Ala-Archa National Park as you continue your journey.
Our ‘Silk Road’ itinerary is an epic tour and starts at around £5,990 per person, and flights from the UK start at £950 a head.
