19 September - 15 October, 2027
27 Captivating Days: Sun 19 September – Fri 15 October, 2027
Escorted from New Zealand by Mandy Page
Explore the Old Silk Road
An epic journey of discovery through the heart of Central Asia.
Kyrgyzstan – Kazakhstan – Tajikistan – Uzbekistan – Turkmenistan
This is our 14th escorted tour to Central Asia
More than 2,000 years ago, the great trade routes that linked Europe and China opened Central Asia to foreign cultures, customs and religions. Join a modern-day caravan on an epic journey to five exotic countries.
19 September - 15 October, 2027
Your Tour Leader:
Mandy has led more than 60 tours for Tours Direct over the last 20 years, in all seven continents.
Believing that most of the delight of travel is in the journey, Mandy likes to make tours flexible for different levels of fitness and experience.
On a tour with Mandy, you can expect there will be variety and surprises.
She is interested in the arts and has an unquenchable fascination with ancient history and cultures. You’ll benefit from Mandy’s extensive travel experience and especially enjoy her infectious laughter.
Read more about MandyWhat People Say About Mandy
Jason W.
" Mandy is a great combination of friendly, caring, efficient and capable.
Helen P.
" Mandy is a calm, friendly tour leader who always ensures that everyone in the group is ok at all times.
Ray B.
" Mandy demonstrated outstanding leadership, knowledge, care and consistency.
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