Central Asia Travel Information

You can download our reservation form directly here or request it by email. Simply fill it out and send it back to us either:

By email: jshin@east-site.com

By regular mail:

Central Asia Tours

3 Hadley Drive

Medford New Jersey 08055

Choose whichever method is more convenient for you. If you need help filling out the form, just let us know — we are happy to assist.

After you complete your reservation form, you will receive a welcome package with detailed tour information and a book to enjoy while preparing for your journey.

Approximately three months before the tour begins, we will send you the necessary documents to process your visas. Once we receive them back, we will take care of all your entry documents on your behalf.

About three weeks before departure, you will receive your tour voucher by email. This package will include the names and contact information of your guides, a list of hotels with addresses and phone numbers for each day of the tour, your tickets for internal flights or trains (if applicable), border crossing instructions, and other useful details. Once you confirm receipt of all documents, we will schedule a 45-minute call to walk you through the day-by-day itinerary, baggage allowance, packing tips, cash handling, climate expectations, and answer any final questions.

As soon as we receive your international flight information, we will arrange a hotel reservation to match your travel details. Airport transfers at the beginning and end of the tour are included in the tour price. If you would like assistance with booking your international air tickets, please let me know.

Citizens of the USA, Australia, and Canada do not need visas for Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan (if over 55), Armenia, and Georgia. Only Turkmenistan and Azerbaijan require electronic visas, which we will help you obtain in advance.

We take care of the entire visa process for you — including completing the forms, paying consular fees, and submitting your application. All we need from you is a scanned copy of your passport and a photograph.

*Please note: we submit the visa application on your behalf, exactly as if you were applying yourself. However, the final decision is made by the issuing consulate or authorities, and we cannot guarantee visa approval, as this lies outside of our control.

To process your visa, we will need the following:

– A clear color scan of the passport spread with your photo and personal details (not just one page). Make sure the image is straight, without glare or shadows, and all four corners are visible.

– A recent passport-style photograph (taken within the last 6 months), in color, with a plain white background. Your full face should be visible, with a neutral expression and no headwear (unless for religious reasons). Glasses should be removed if possible.

Click here to view a sample passport scan and here to view a sample photo.

Occasionally, Turkmenistan may request additional details such as spouse or children’s information, but this is not currently required.

A $500 US deposit is required at the time of reservation to secure your spot. The remaining balance is due 60 days before departure. We accept payments by credit or debit card, check, money order, or bank transfer — whichever is most convenient for you.

The deposit is non-refundable, but it is fully transferable. If your plans change, your deposit will be applied to any future tour with us. This allows you to book with confidence, knowing your payment is protected even if your travel dates shift.

If you need to cancel your trip, please notify East Site Inc. in writing. Once we receive your cancellation notice, the following refund policy applies to the land tour cost:

– 61 or more days before departure: full refund minus the deposit
– 31–60 days before departure: 50% refund
– 30 days or less before departure: no refund

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your investment. Please contact us if you would like help obtaining a policy.

Yes, airport transfers are included in the tour price. We will meet you upon arrival and see you off upon departure, regardless of your flight time — whether it is early morning or late at night.

If you plan to arrive before the official tour start date or leave after it ends, we can also help arrange early hotel check-in, late check-out, or additional hotel nights upon request.

You will receive your full set of travel documents — including your tour voucher, internal flight and train tickets, hotel list with addresses and phone numbers, and emergency contacts — about three weeks before your departure date. These will be sent to you by email. Once you confirm receipt, we will schedule a call to review the final details and answer any remaining questions.

Dress comfortably — the dress code is similar to what you would wear in most European countries. Casual clothing like t-shirts and shorts is perfectly fine, and there is no need for formal attire. We recommend bringing comfortable walking shoes, a sunhat, sunglasses, and SPF lotion. Evenings can be cooler, so a light jacket or sweater may come in handy.

When visiting mosques or religious sites, modest clothing is appreciated, but women are not required to cover their heads unless they prefer to.

The baggage allowance on this tour matches standard international flight policies. Each traveler is allowed:

– One checked bag up to 24 kg (50 lbs)
– One carry-on bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs)
– One small personal item (like a handbag or backpack)

This allowance applies to both internal flights and trains during the tour. If you bring more than this, additional baggage fees may apply depending on the airline. On the 5 Stans tour, which includes four internal flights, excess baggage fees typically range from $25 to $50 per flight, or $100–200 total, if applicable.

In Central Asia and the Caucasus, the standard electrical outlets are the same as in most of Europe — with two round prongs and a voltage of 220V.

At the start of the tour, we will provide each traveler with a free adapter, which can be used with phone chargers, laptops, and other small electronics. Please note that the adapter is not suitable for high-voltage appliances like hair dryers or kettles.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available and free in all hotels along the tour. The connection is generally strong enough for checking emails, browsing, and staying in touch from your room.

Most U.S. cell phones will also work throughout the tour route via international roaming, depending on your provider. The only exception is Turkmenistan, where roaming service may be unavailable.