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Overland Journal Day 57-71: Uzbekistan
After 57 days on the road covering over 12.000 kilometers, we arrive in the 13th country of the expedition: Uzbekistan. Leaving the totalitarian state of Turkmenistan brought immense relief, yet lingering paranoia and exhaustion still haunted us. To recuperate, we spent five days in Khiva, an enchanting, meticulously restored, ancient city. Join us as we continue our journey through Central Asia, exploring the historic Silk Road cities of…
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Overland Journal Day 53-56: Turkmenistan
How do we even begin to describe our journey through Turkmenistan? For a few days, we felt like we were in a surreal, alternate universe. Turkmenistan is, without a doubt, the most bizarre country we’ve ever visited. Imagine a land where paranoia under a dictatorship is palpable, where the capital city of Ashgabat gleams with white marble, and where a burning crater blazes in the heart of the…
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Overland Journal Day 26-40: Türkiye
We’ve been on the road for 40 days and covered 7200 kilometers, but we’ve barely scratched the surface of our epic adventure! Our journey has taken us through Türkiye’s diverse landscapes. From the touristy west with beautiful bays to the earthquake-stricken east with the most hospitable and welcoming people, Türkiye has stolen our hearts. Pamukkale We waved the hustle and bustle of Istanbul goodbye and headed to the…
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Overland Journal Day 17-25: Albania, Greece and Turkey (Istanbul)
We reached the 5000-kilometer mark and crossed into Asia! Two major milestones for the expedition. Unfortunately, we also visited a few more car repair shops than expected. In this blog you read more about our time at the stunning Albanian coast, our quick visit to northern Greece, the work on the car and our unexpected city trip to magical Istanbul. Overlanding Albania: The Albanian Riviera From Montenegro, we…
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Kyrgyzstan 2-Week Itinerary: Epic Self Drive With 4×4 and Rooftop Tent
I fell utterly, hopelessly, and completely in love with Kyrgyzstan. This remarkable country captured my heart and imagination in ways I never expected. The call of an unknown adventure echoed in my soul, and in the summer of 2023, I finally answered. I booked my plane ticket to Kyrgyzstan. Joined by my boyfriend, we embarked on a two-week journey through jaw-dropping, rugged landscapes in a 4×4 car with…
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