About us
Discover Central Asia Tours LLC (DCAT) was founded in 2004 as an inbound tour operator and Destination Management Company (DMC) specializing in Central Asia. We provide comprehensive travel and logistical services across Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan.
With more than 20 years of experience in the region, we combine extensive local knowledge with a strong understanding of international travel standards. We design and operate tailor-made cultural, heritage, adventure and Great Silk Road journeys, helping travelers experience Central Asia through its history, traditions, people and spectacular landscapes.
Our experienced team of tour managers, guides, drivers and local specialists is committed to delivering well-organized, authentic and comfortable travel experiences. Every itinerary can be customized to meet the specific interests, budget and logistical requirements of our clients, from individual travelers and families to private groups and international tour operators.
We can combine multiple countries into a single seamless itinerary, creating flexible multi-country journeys across the Five Stans and beyond. Our services range from complete ground arrangements and full tour packages to individual transfers and other standalone travel services.
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Our comprehensive range of travel and logistical services includes:
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Tailor-made and private tours
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Group and FIT arrangements
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Great Silk Road and heritage tours
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Adventure and special-interest programs
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Multi-country itineraries across Central Asia
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Hotel and accommodation reservations
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Transportation and private transfers
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Professional tour guides and interpreters
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Domestic and international air-ticketing assistance
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Official meetings, conferences and training logistics
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Transportation and interpretation services for embassies and international organizations
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On-the-ground operational and logistical support for international travel companies
Our goal is simple: to make exploring Central Asia seamless, authentic and memorable — while providing our partners with a reliable local team capable of handling every aspect of their clients' journey.
Our Team
Nina Drayling
Founder
Discovering the unique authenticity of Central Asia is an astonishing experience, you’ll also be awe-struck by a bewitching landscape, vibrant culture and epic historical legacy barely known to the rest of the world.
Arsen
General Manager
The Land of the Great Silk Road, my beloved Central Asia. The region of unbelievable landscapes, nomadic heritage, countless gorges and rivers provides unique opportunities for cultural and adventure holidays.
Tatiana
Tour Manager
I was born and raised in Kyrgyzstan and proud to show highlights of my country to all travelers from all corners of the world.
Albert
Tour Manager
Looking for colorful markets and story-telling cuisine? Discover the Stans with us. I will be happy to assist with all neede arrangements.
Rinat Drayling
Tour Manager
People are drawn to Central Asia for many reasons, and maybe some of these resonate with you - Breathtaking Landscapes, Silk Road History and Hospitality
Anastasia Drayling
Booking Department
At Discover Central Asia Tours I am in charge of Booking Department – hotels reservations for tour groups and individual travelers.
Victoria
Tour Manager
From the snow-capped Tien Shan and Pamir mountains to the wide steppes and deserts like the Kyzylkum, Central Asia has a dramatic and raw natural beauty that’s both humbling and inspiring.
Daniel
Transportation Manager
Our Mission
We strive to meet the needs of modern tourists and the local population, while preserving and increasing opportunities for the future. Sustainable tourism in Central Asia implies the possibility of creating long-term conditions for the development of both tourism itself and the conservation of rich natural resources along with divers social and cultural values of local societies. Our goal is to achieve a higher standard of living of local population through assistance to their economic growth and preservation of environmental benefits and natural capital for future generations.
Our policy for the development of sustainable tourism fully supports our goal and principles - to preserve, show attention, consciously approach the problem, protect, and ultimately strive to improve life systems, where the foundation of the future can support the economy of Central Asia as a whole.