I came away from this journey impressed with the generosity and profound life spirit of the local guides, van drivers and inhabitants that I was privileged to encounter during my 20 days in Tajikistan and Afghanistan. (more)Genie Gabel-Dunk

Traveling the mountains of Tajikistan and the homestay there was the most memorable. (more)Ana Maria Lopez

Most memorable? It has to be Kyrgyzstan. The landscape, the people, sleeping in yurts - even the food. All fantastic. (more)Sue Noble

Memorable parts? We did. Trek over Ton Prival pass, approximately 4,100m high, through the snow, for 9 hours. It was an exhilarating day, with the most amazing views. The view from the top was great, but every corner on the way it just got better and better. That was a definite highlight! Tips? Have as much time as you can to spare. We managed 31 days, which allowed lots of time for visiting cities as well as hiking, which was the primary point of our trip. Don't overlook places... (more)David Harper

Memorable parts? It was an amazing adventure from start to finish. Everything was extremely well organised and our guides and drivers were excellent in every respect. It's hard to pick one day or event that stood out from the others, but perhaps I would say that the stay at the yurt camp in the Kyzlkum desert was particularly memorable, and the stay with the family in the Nuratau mountains. We enjoyed all the cities, but especially enjoyed our stay in Khiva at the amazing Orient Star hotel. Tips? Uzbekistan... (more)Sheila Jelfs

Do not hesitate!! It is very interesting trip and very well organised. (more)Ljiljana Padjen-Pajovic

Absolutely wonderful, a once in a life time experience and all the guides were extremely knowledgable, funny and helpful. The sights and experience was truly magnificient (more)Gunilla Westerlund

It was all memorable and exciting. (more)John Hayes

The vacation was very good, learnt lots and as only a small group we all got on very well. (more)Anne Higgins

Memorable parts? Visit to desert fortresses north of Urgench. Tips? Relax and enjoy the people and country but make sure your drivers and guides understand your itinerary and interests. Local benefits? Yes although one does wonder about the use of cars in certain environments. Overall rating? Excellent! (more)John Bird

Very well organised, fascinating, memorable and packed with thought-provoking information. Feel I've been on a rollercoaster history lesson from 500 BC to the 21st century. Highly recommended. (more)Caroline Gant

Most memorable was the flight in the Russian helicopter to base camp, the cycling & horse riding through amazing scenery, Emma's cooking and great traveling companions. (more)Penny Bulbaczynskyj

The buildings and culture are out of this world but don't go for the cuisine....It was a totally different experience, challenging on occassions (the roads) but absolutely well worth it. (more)Tony Canning

Excellent. Our tour leader, Jude, was knowledgeable, unflappable and always encouraging and helpful. She really made the vacation. (more)Ann Rix

Seeing the Darvaza gas crater at night was the most memorable part. A good trip to an interesting part of the world. (more)Simon Emery

Memorable parts? Experiencing a rare storm in the desert on the journey to the shores of the Aral Sea. The tracks soon turned into raging streams, there was thunder and lightning and even hail. We had been prepared for dust but the 4X4 drivers quickly adapted to floods and mud so we had an exciting off road experience. Tips? The wild camping and spending a night in a yurt contrast well with sightseeing in the fabulous cities of Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand. Be adaptable and enjoy... (more)Diana Rybinski

Memorable parts? The whole trip was memorable but plov night really sticks in the mind. The locals were very friendly which added a bit of magic. Tips? Take your own tonic it is not available anywhere in the country! Local benefits? We certainly put some investment into the country not sure how much benefit it was. Environmentally no idea of our impact. Overall rating? Great, nice group, well rounded tour (more)Dominic Long

Memorable parts? The history and the glimpses of life in a dictatorship Tips? Very worthwhile. Explore train travel and spending more time in Kyrgyzstan if you like nature. Local benefits? Yes Overall rating? Superbly immersive (more)Deepak Bhatnagar

We were able to get a small sense of what the Silk Road merchants must have experienced, and also an insight into some pretty remote parts of Central Asia. (more)Anne Teal

One of the best trips I have been on !! (more)Joan Godman

A series of memorable experiences that will continue to be thought about in the weeks and months to come. (more)Roger Slade

Memorable parts? The livestock market at Kashgar. Tips? It was very hot throughout, so take loose, cool clothing. Local benefits? Supported local people by eating in some homes. Overall rating? It was very interesting, with an insight into post Russian life. The scenery in Kyrgyzstan was spectacular. The only downside was the guide in China was poor and we didn't spend enough time in the market. (more)Gillian Urro