Sweeping deserts of black sands, the mythical dwelling place of Prometheus and ancient UNESCO sites are in the mix of exotic destinations in a collection of new expeditions from Silk Road Treasure Tours. Tailored menus, fine wines, butler service, private luxury vehicles and superior VIP treatment define each indulgent adventure. Build in optional activities from a long list of choices, such as private cultural shows, cooking classes with renowned chefs, spa treatments, behind-the-scenes visits to galleries and museums with historians and curators, plus direct access to leading designers and craftspeople.

Among the choices: a 14-day Central Asia itinerary (Ashgabad, Almaty, Kyrgyzstan, Samarkand, Khiva and Bishkek); a 10-day Uzbekistan tour (Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva); a 10-day luxury culinary immersion in Uzbekistan; and a 5-day luxury Georgia tour (Tbilisi, Sighnaghi, Velistsikhe, Kisiskhevi, Tsinandali, Gombori, Kazbegi, and Mtskheta). Accommodations are in an exclusive collection off fine boutique hotels and international luxury branded properties that include Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt, InterContinental and Serena hotels. Two new boutique Bibi-khanym properties include locations in Samarkand and in Bukhara, located next to the sprawling 17^th-century Labi Khouse complex.