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The Great Silk Road - Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Photography Tour

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  • 14th - 25th September, 2025

  • £4,999.00 / £750.00 Deposit

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Our photography tour of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan and the Great Silk Road will take place in September 2025 with Mehmet Ozbalci. Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan are two beautiful Central Asian nomadic countries that are part of the Great Silk Road, the network of ancient trade routes between China and the Mediterranean. Despite their beauty, culture, history and multitude of photographic opportunities, they are yet to be fully discovered by photographers. Join Mehmet in Central Asia, which he knows intimately, having led a dozen tours to the region already. He will help you discover these countries with your camera and ensure you return with images to treasure.

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The Great Silk Road - Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Photography Tour

Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Photography Tour - The Great Silk Road
Many people think that Kazakhstan consists of steppes and not much else. A great part of the country is covered with steppes, but it also features breathtaking views over snow-capped mountains and it is known for its photogenic landsapes. The country has the 9th largest territory in the world, yet the population numbers only 20 million. Kazakhstan has many natural resources and is a wealthy, prosperous and peaceful country in Central Asia. 

Kazakhstan Photography Tour
The Great Silk Road - Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan Photography Tour

Kyrgyzstan is located right at the heart of Central Asia and it has a reputation for being the country of mountains and alpine lakes. It is surrounded by snow-capped mountains and has one of the largest alpine lakes in the world, Issyk Kul Lake. Kyrgyzstan lies within the Tien Shan and Pamir mountain ranges. It is believed that the country has been formed by the 40 clans of Manas, a legendary hero who united forty regional tribes. The name Kyrgyzstan means 'country of 40 tribes'. Kyrgyzstan is prosperous with plentiful natural resources.  

Kyrgyzstan Photography Tour
The Great Silk Road Landscape Photography

This tour is unique and photo opportunities abound. We'll experience friendly people, snow-capped mountains, high plateaus, nomads, yurts, mountain lakes, horse milking, singing sand dunes, amazing geological formations, photogenic canyons, and more. We'll photograph Golden Eagle hunters, witness nomadic games, and explore stunning cities like Almaty and Bishkek as well as the 10,000 feet high Assy plateau. September will add autumn colours to nature, adding to the photographic opportunities, which are truly endless. 

Book both of our Silk Road tours - Kazakhstan / Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan - and receive a £500 discount. Discount will be applied to balance payment. 

  • Included

    • Accommodation - Single Occupancy

    • Breakfasts, lunches and dinners

    • Airport transfers from recommended flights

    • Transport during the tour in air-conditioned minibus and 4x4 vehicles

    • Local Kazakh and Kyrgyz guides

    • All admission fees and permits

    • Tuition from Mehmet Ozbalci

  • Excluded

    • International flights

    • Insurance

    • Alcoholic drinks

    • Extras, such as tips to guides, drivers and hotels

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Tutored by Mehmet Ozbalci

Mehmet Ozbalci
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Luxury Editions

Essentially, a Luxury Editions tour is an exclusive micro learning group with five star tuition and treatment in all aspects of the tour. Each year a small number of ‘Luxury Editions’ tours will run where the group numbers no more than four photographers per tutor. Here the learning approach is more intensive where the leader is able to offer constant ‘hands-on guidance’ allowing them an opportunity to work in depth with each individual photographer in addition to working with the group on a collective basis. In addition to this, the accommodation will be of a high standard and special extras will be included. These tours are only taught by our long standing leaders who have years of experience and are highly sought after. If you would like to join a Luxury Edition tour, then the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop.

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Off the Beaten Track

Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tours cater for those more adventurous photographers who would like to get off the beaten track and explore roads untrodden or delve into the culture of a place. Groups are small and you can be assured that although the tour leader will have an in-depth knowledge of the location, you may veer off track if an unplanned photography opportunity presents itself! The tuition is five star on these tours. The accommodation varies on these tours from mid range hotels, shared cabins on a ship to basic and clean camps. Our priority is to get you to the best locations in time for the best shot and if this means camping half way up a mountain then so be it! Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tutors will have experience and knowledge of the area, so you can be assured that you will be completely taken care off to allow you to concentrate on that award winning image. If you would like to join an ‘Off the Beaten Track’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. We do also ask that you have a good level of fitness as these tours could involve a large amount of walking. Check each tours description for requirements.

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Classic

Our Classic tours are aimed at those who wish to discover unique locations, but at a more leisurely pace than the Off the Beaten Track tours. There will be ample time to immerse yourself in the location and spend time on your photography. Classic tours also focus on sunrise and sunset (which are optional for those who like to sleep in!) and have a slightly larger group size (max 8 per tutor) to allow the social side of photography to be appreciated. Tuition is five star and hotels are mid-high range depending on the tour. Every classic tour is different so do refer to the tour description for details of accommodation and locations visited. If you would like to join a ‘Classic’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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City Tours

Interested in architectural photography or street photography? Do you get a buzz from photographing city life? Then a city tour is for you. We have a range of tours catering to various styles of photography including People/Street, Intentional Camera Movement, Iphoneography or Architectural photography. Tours range in length from weekend breaks, ideal for those who don’t have may days holiday left, or longer tours to allow yourself to truly explore the city. Our tutors have an in-depth knowledge of the location and will take you to undiscovered spots to ensure you come away with a varied selection of images that you are proud of. If you would like to join a ‘City’ tour, the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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In a Day

Only got one day to spare or have already used up your ‘holiday’ budget? Join one of our ‘In a Day’ photography workshops and we will provide you with the knowledge, the views and the techniques for making the most of the light. You will go away not only having met some like minded people but most importantly having learnt something new and exciting about photography. You only need to bring a camera and an open mind! Our photography workshops are ideal for all levels of photographer from beginner to advanced. Please note these one day workshops are exclusive of VAT, this will be applied at the rate of 20% at the checkout.

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Easy - most locations are arrived at by vehicle, and most subjects and viewpoints are within easy reach. No particular level of fitness is required.

Moderate - these tours involve some walking, perhaps sometimes in towns, or on well developed trails. There may be a limited amount of uphill walking. Please advise if you have any fitness concerns.

Strenuous - these are tours which may include demanding levels of walking, including some prolonged or steep ascents and descents. Rough terrain (off the beaten track) may well be encountered. A reasonable level of fitness is required for these trips.

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