OVERVIEW
Motorcycle trip from Kyrgyzstan to Turkey: Discover Central Asia
This exciting motorcycle trip takes you from Osh in Kyrgyzstan through the fascinating cities of Tashkent, Samarkand in Uzbekistan to Dushanbe in Tajikistan. The journey continues through Iran with stops in Tehran, Isfahan, and Tabriz before the round trip ends in Erzurum, Turkey. Experience a unique motorcycle tour combining cultural highlights and breathtaking landscapes along the historic Silk Road.
This motorcycle trip is also the second stage of our transcontinental tour. If you're looking for even more adventure, then join our Transcontinental Tour from Mongolia to Turkey and experience the ultimate motorcycle adventure!
Introduction to motorcycle travel through Central Asia and Iran
Start your motorcycle journey from Osh to Tashkent, a vibrant city known for its impressive Islamic architecture and lively bazaars. Highlights include the Khast Imam complex and the Chorsu Bazaar. This stage is perfect for motorcycle travelers wanting to experience culture and local atmosphere. Ride through picturesque landscapes from Tashkent to Samarkand, the jewel of the Silk Road. Discover the majestic Registan Square, Shah-i-Zinda, and the Bibi-Khanym Mosque. Samarkand offers motorcycle adventurers an opportunity to experience history up close as you cruise through ancient streets. Equip your motorcycle for the ride to Bukhara, another treasure of the Silk Road. The historical city is home to the Ark Fortress, the Bolo Haouz Mosque, and the trading domes. This stage provides a deep insight into the rich history of Central Asia, ideal for history enthusiasts on two wheels. Ride from Bukhara to Turkmenabat, an important city in Turkmenistan. Discover the unique architecture and culture of this country as you prepare for the next stage of your motorcycle journey. Continue to Mary, a city known for its proximity to the ruins of Merv, one of the most significant archaeological sites in the region. Explore the fascinating remains of the ancient city of Merv on your motorcycle journey. Today we cross the border into Iran and head to Mashhad, a significant pilgrimage city. Visit the Imam Reza Shrine and experience the religious atmosphere of the city. This stage is a highlight for motorcycle travelers seeking cultural experiences. Today we ride from Mashhad to Sabzevar, a charming city known for its historical sites and relaxed atmosphere. Visit the historical mosques and enjoy the local cuisine in this quiet city during your motorcycle journey. We continue our motorcycle ride from Sabzevar to Shahrud, a city known for its rich history and traditional architecture. Visit local attractions and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the city on your motorcycle journey. Continue your ride to Tehran, the vibrant capital of Iran. Explore the National Museum of Iran and the Grand Bazaar to get a sense of the cultural diversity and history of the country. This stage offers exciting insights for motorcycle travelers. Ride from Tehran to Zanjan, a city with fascinating historical sites and traditional Iranian architecture. Visit the Zanjan Seljuk Bridge and the Zanjan Museum for a deeper experience of the local culture on your motorcycle journey. Continue your motorcycle journey northwest to Tabriz, a city rich in history and culture. Visit the Tabriz Grand Bazaar, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Blue Mosque. Tabriz's lively markets and historical sites provide a captivating experience for motorcycle travelers. Ride from Tabriz to Ağrı, a city in eastern Turkey known for its stunning landscapes and the nearby Mount Ararat. The ride offers breathtaking views and the chance to experience Turkish landscapes and culture. Continue your ride to Erzurum, a city in eastern Anatolia. Discover the Erzurum Castle, the Çifte Minareli Medrese, and the local Turkish culture. The ride provides a scenic transition into Turkey, and Erzurum's historical sites offer a perfect conclusion to your motorcycle journey. Spend a day exploring Erzurum and relaxing after your motorcycle journey. Enjoy the local cuisine, visit historical sites, and reflect on your trip through multiple countries. Erzurum offers a final opportunity to experience the diverse cultures and landscapes of the journey.
Daily program: Limitless freedom: Riding a motorcycle through Asia and Turkey
Day 1: Osh, Kyrgyzstan to Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Start your motorcycle journey from Osh to Tashkent, a vibrant city known for its impressive Islamic architecture and lively bazaars. Highlights include the Khast Imam Complex and the Chorsu Bazaar. This stage is perfect for motorcycle travelers who want to experience culture and local atmosphere.
Day 2: Tashkent to Samarkand
Ride through picturesque landscapes from Tashkent to Samarkand, the jewel of the Silk Road. Discover the majestic Registan Square, Shah-i-Zinda, and the Bibi-Khanym Mosque. Samarkand offers you, as a motorcycle adventurer, the chance to experience history up close while cruising through ancient streets.
Day 3: Samarkand to Bukhara
Prepare your motorcycle for the ride to Bukhara, another treasure of the Silk Road. The historic city features the Ark Fortress, Bolo Haouz Mosque, and the trading domes. This stage provides a deep insight into the rich history of Central Asia, ideal for history enthusiasts on two wheels.
Day 4: Bukhara to Turkmenabat, Turkmenistan
Ride from Bukhara to Turkmenabat, an important city in Turkmenistan. Discover the unique architecture and culture of this country while preparing for the next stage of your motorcycle journey.
Day 5: Turkmenabat to Mary
Continue your journey to Mary, a city famous for its proximity to the ruins of Merv, one of the most significant archaeological sites in the region. Explore the fascinating remains of the ancient city of Merv on your motorcycle journey.
Day 6: Mary to Mashhad, Iran
Today we cross the border into Iran and ride to Mashhad, a significant pilgrimage city. Visit the Imam Reza Shrine and experience the religious atmosphere of the city. This stage is a highlight for motorcycle travelers seeking cultural experiences.
Day 7: Mashhad to Sabzevar
Today we ride from Mashhad to Sabzevar, a charming city known for its historic sites and relaxed atmosphere. Visit the historic mosques and enjoy the local cuisine in this serene city during your motorcycle journey.
Der Tag von Mashhad nach Sabzevar wirft oft Fragen auf, da viele Teilnehmer an den historischen Stätten und der lokalen Küche interessiert sind. Dabei sind die Fahrbedingungen und die Navigation wichtige Aspekte, die du beachten solltest, gerne nachfragen.
Day 8: Sabzevar to Shahrud:
We ride our motorcycle from Sabzevar to Shahrud, a city known for its rich history and traditional architecture. Visit local attractions and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the city on your motorcycle journey.
Day 9: Shahrud to Tehran
Continue your ride to Tehran, the bustling capital of Iran. Explore the National Museum of Iran and the Grand Bazaar to get a sense of the country's cultural diversity and history. This stage offers exciting insights for motorcycle travelers.
Day 10: Tehran to Zanjan
Ride from Tehran to Zanjan, a city with fascinating historical sites and traditional Iranian architecture. Visit the Zanjan Seljuk Bridge and the Zanjan Museum for a deeper experience of the local culture on your motorcycle journey.
Day 11: Zanjan to Tabriz
Continue your motorcycle journey northwest to Tabriz, a city rich in history and culture. Visit the Tabriz Grand Bazaar, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Blue Mosque. Tabriz's lively markets and historic sites offer a captivating experience for motorcycle travelers.
Day 12: Tabriz to Ağrı, Turkey
Ride from Tabriz to Ağrı, a city in eastern Turkey known for its stunning landscape and the nearby Mount Ararat. The ride offers breathtaking views and the opportunity to experience Turkish scenery and culture.
Day 13: Ağrı to Erzurum
Continue your ride to Erzurum, a city in eastern Anatolia. Discover the Erzurum Castle, the Çifte Minareli Medrese, and the local Turkish culture. The ride offers a scenic transition into Turkey, and Erzurum's historic sites provide a perfect conclusion to your motorcycle journey.
Day 14: Erzurum
Spend a day exploring Erzurum and relax after your motorcycle journey. Enjoy the local cuisine, visit historic sites, and reflect on your journey through multiple countries. Erzurum offers a final opportunity to experience the diverse cultures and landscapes of the trip.
PRICE
from€3749.00 / person✓ Trip includes
✕ Trip does not include
- All overnight stays in hotels or camping
- All meals
- German-speaking tour guide on the motorcycle
- Support vehicle for personal luggage
- Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.