Escorted Tours 2025-2026

FOR MORE INFORMATION SEE OUR WEBSITE FOR FULL TOUR ITINERARIES & DETAILED TOUR DOSSIERS An epic journey through vast deserts and rugged mountains, past turquoise glacial lakes, ancient cities, burning gas pits, and nomadic yurt camps. Follow in the footsteps of Genghis Khan, Alexander the Great, and the adventurers of the Silk Road. The Five Stans of the Silk Route Discover what you’ll experience: • Take in the breathtaking natural beauty of Ala Archa National Park, where majestic peaks and lush valleys create a stunning landscape, south of Kyrgyzstan's capital Bishkek. • Marvel at the impressive 11th-century Burana Tower in the Chuy Valley, Kyrgyzstan. It is a piece of Silk Road history and one of the oldest architectural constructions in Central Asia. • Witness the spectacular might of Charyn Canyon in Kazakhstan, famous for its "Valley of Castles" rock formations, that will leave you in awe. • Journey to the stunning Seven Lakes in Tajikistan and be amazed by their ever-changing vibrant colours, which shift with the light throughout the day. • Experience the unusual wonder of the Darvaza Gas Crater, known as "The Door of Hell", located in the remote Karakum Desert, Turkmenistan. • Discover centuries of rich history and breath-taking architecture with visits to the magnificent cities of Samarkand and Bukhara in Uzbekistan, each steeped in tradition and beauty. Charyn Canyon, Kazakhstan TOUR PACE CHALLENGING 18 BREAKFASTS 18 LUNCHES 19 DINNERS 17 EXCURSIONS INCLUDED UK RETURN FLIGHTS EXPERT LOCAL GUIDE 3 & 4 STAR HOTELS Samarkand Bishkek Almaty Kaji-Say Karakol Ashgabat Khiva Bukhara Darvaza Panjakent Dushanbe TURKMENISTAN UZBEKISTAN KAZAKHSTAN TAJIKISTAN KYRGYZSTAN Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details Central Asia, India & Sri Lanka  27 • Lead-in price based on 15 Mar 2025 . • London flights with Turkish Airlines. For Regional Flight information see page 132 . • Tipping paid locally $80pp per tour. SAVE £100pp on selected dates Use Code: TOUR100 21 Days from £3,999 Private Touring Option From only an extra £61 pp per day See page 5 for more information on private touring benefits For more information scan QR code or visit www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours Months of Departure & Prices Guide price range per person 2026 £4,099 £4,199 £4,599 £4,599 £4,499 £4,299 2025 £3,999 £4,399 £4,399 £4,699 £4,299 £4,099 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC No Single Supplement Rooms with no single supplement are available. Once sold, supplement starts from £529 Enhance your tour: Istanbul City Stay - 2 nights, 5  Bed & Breakfast from £225