Discover Central Asia Tours (DCAT) Reviews 42

Our guide Tina was fantastic, very helpful and kept us on time. The city of Bishkek was my favourite spot.

Valentina aka Tina is an extraordinary guide - warm, funny and knowledgeable, she accompanied us in Bishkek and Almaty and shared her love of her country with us. I could have listened to her talk all day.

The guide was excellent- very knowledgeable - and gave us a real insight into the 2 countries-both their history and the lives of the people today. The programme was varied and the drives between the activities were not too long and the transport was very comfortable. The highlights were the overnight stay in a yurt and the golden eagle encounter. The food was good but be prepared for a long wait before it arrives. Hotels were well situated and comfortable.

Excellent tour guide Ms Tatiana Potopaeva made this tour very special.

How lucky are we to be travelling Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan with the lovely Tina! Her enthusiasm about her country beams as she passionately shares her knowledge. We are having a ball, and are so grateful we got Tina as a tour leader. Tracey and Bruce from Australia.

A great guide is so important - and Vitaly is the best. Brilliant communicator, knowledgeable, patient (endless patience!) and kind.

A big thanks to Tatiana Potopaeva as she expertly guided our tour group in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan sharing her knowledge and love of this part of Central Asia. Highly recommend that you take the time to see this part of the world.

This was a wonderful trip made exceptional by the great professionalism of our guide, Valentina. She was so knowledgeable and drew us into the history, customs and beliefs of the countries with infectious enthusiasm.
She supported the whole group but I have to say, I may not have managed the climb to the waterfall without her encouragement and support.
She looked after everyone, and ensured every member of the group felt included and no one was left out or left behind.
An exceptional trip I'll always remember.

My wife, Jocelyn, and I travelled through Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan with a group of other Brits. Our tour leader, Vitaly was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made the trip a memorable experience. Our driver, Valery, proved to be one of the safest drivers I've encountered, as well as being a friendly and sociable person. Both Vitaly and Valery are a true credit to DCAT.

I am impressed by the service given by our tour guide Oksana,the transporter .Great guide and driver who keeps us safe,knowledgable.The whole experience is exactly what I needed for a real break.The places and nature escapade was surreal.Love Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.May the level of service maintain.Always glad to come back in the future

We have had a wonderful time in Krykystan and are now in Kazakhstan. Our guide, Vitaliy Krikun, is very informative, patient and always good humoured. He is very efficient and has put 100%effort into making sure we get the most from these extraordinary countries. We can highly recommend him.

Our guide Valentina was the best guide on our tour through the Stans. She gave us much more of herself than a normal guide would and we were all sorry to see her go.

Outstanding tour by Valentina as it was thorough, in depth and very knowledgeable. Also told us what she was going to discuss so we knew the game plan. Well balanced information between monuments, churches and markets. Also very cool and exciting vista to a national park and a subway ride.

Our guide Valentina was a wonderful ambassador for Kyrgyzstan during a 10 day walking tour. She was consistently helpful, informative and entertaining, creating a cohesive and friendly group spirit while ensuring that every individual got the most out of their experience.

The itinerary was well planned and paced, the transport fantastic but, most of all, the leader was exceptionally knowledgeable and kind. Vitaliy is a true credit.

Valentina was an excellent guide for our Exodus tour of Kyrgyzstan. She loves the country and knows everything there is to know. She also speaks English perfectly and has a very good sense of humour. Highly recommended.

Very good 10-day tour of northern Kyrgyzstan. Not only it delivered what was promised, but Valentina went the extra mile to entertain us, accommodate our requests and make us feel safe, while also giving us room to explore on our own when time allowed.

Trip a Deal… the Stans. Great trip, made better by having Valentina Romanchev as our guide. Tina is the best.

Our lovely guide Valentina was a delight. She was knowledgeable and well organised and looked after our group like a mother hen. She organised medical care for me when I got sick. I would highly recommend this company.

This was a wonderful trip through kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. The locations were beautiful and interesting. and the food was good. The guide was knowledgeable and helpful