12 Day Discover Uzbekistan
12 days
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Small Group Tour
3 Tashkent, 2 Khiva, 3 Bukhara, 2 Samarkand
From$3,399
Overview
Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- In Tashkent, tour Khast Imam Square, home to exquisite mosques, monuments and madrasas A ride on the Tashkent metro reveals its lavish decorations, a legacy of the former Soviet Union In Tashkent, view one of the oldest copies of the Koran in the world Tour the walled city of Khiva, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site Enjoy a traditional lunch at the storied House of Rashid dating back to the Rashidi dynasty Visit the revered Pakhlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum in Khiva, built in honor of the legendary poet Travel to Ayaz Kala, an archaeological site built on the edge of the Kyzylkum Desert At a desert yurt camp, gather for a meal and perhaps even ride a camel! Discover the beauty of Bukhara, one of the most important ancient cities in Uzbekistan Tour the cultural heritage monument of Chor Minor, part of Bukhara's World Heritage Center Visit splendid Nadir Divan-Begi, part of a huge architectural complex on the Lyab-i Hauz ponds A special visit, lunch and conversation with a skilled ceramicist in the town of Gijduvan Tour Samarkand, brimming with history, the most romantic of the Silk Road cities Walk to iconic Registan Square with its colorful mosaics, blue domes and lofty arches Visit the Ulugbek Observatory, once the finest and most advanced in the Islamic world Dinner with a local family - learn the secrets of how to prepare Pilav, a traditional rice dish Visit Shah-i-Zinda, a necropolis of sparkling blue mausoleums grouped along medieval streets Walk through the energetic Siab Market - feel the dynamic atmosphere of ancient Samarkand †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
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3 Tashkent, 2 Khiva, 3 Bukhara, 2 Samarkand
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
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- Small groups of maximum 22 travelers guaranteed Round trip flights New York-Tashkent, Tashkent-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges Intra-flight: Tashkent-Urgench 10 nights accommodations
- 3 nights Tashkent 2 nights Khiva 3 nights Bukhara 2 nights Samarkand Hotel taxes, fees & service charges Hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† High-speed train Samarkand-Tashkent 26 meals: 11 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 6 dinners
- Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned vehicles Services of English-speaking tour manager throughout Comprehensive, guided sightseeing and entrance fees per itinerary Active itinerary with unique cultural features Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring
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Itinerary
DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Uzbekistan
Depart on your flight to Tashkent, Uzbekistan*
*For flights departing Day 1 and arriving in the early hours of Day 2, a room will be available for you upon arrival.
DAY 2, Sunday - Discover Tashkent
Welcome to Uzbekistan with its ancient cities accented by turquoise domes, desert landscape and towering minarets. Transfer to your hotel and check-in to the room that will be ready for early arrivals. Balance of the day is at leisure to rest and relax. This evening, att...
DAY 3, Monday - Khast Imam Square, Visit Chorsu Bazaar
The cultural tour of Tashkent begins at Khast Imam Square, religious center of the city and home to many exquisite mosques, monuments and madrasas (centers of Islamic learning) dating back to the 15th century. View the blue-domed Barak-Khan Madrasa with its imposing gate...
DAY 4, Tuesday - Flight to Urgench, Ayaz Kala, Lunch in a Yurt Camp, Toprak Kala
Depart Tashkent by flight to Urgench. From here, travel to Ayaz Kala; view the towering mud-brick walls rising dramatically from the surrounding plains. Built on the edge of the Kyzylkum Desert between the 4th century BC and 7th century AD, these forts are the remains of...
DAY 5, Wednesday - Medieval Old Town of Khiva
Today, explore medieval Khiva that served as a major trading post on the Silk Road. Walk along the ancient streets within the walled city, named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pause at the elegant Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa with its five domes and minaret decorated with b...
DAY 6, Thursday - Travel to the Holy City of Bukhara
This morning, embark on a long drive to Bukhara. As you travel through the Kyzylkum Desert, witness the depth of Uzbekistan's natural terrain. During the trip, a box lunch will be provided. Arrive in Bukhara late in the afternoon, and check into your hotel
Overnight: Bukhara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7, Friday - Bukhara's Treasures
Today, discover the beauty of Bukhara, one of the most important ancient cities in Uzbekistan, dating back nearly 1000 years before Alexander the Great conquered Central Asia. Begin with an excursion to Sitorai Mohi Hosa Palace, the country residence of the last Emir of ...
DAY 8, Saturday - Bukhara City Tour, Home Hosted Dinner
This morning, head to the Bakhaouddin Naqshbandi Memorial Complex, built in memory of the patron of Bukhara. Afterward, visit Chor Minor, a historic mosque which was part of a madrasa complex and a monumental gatehouse of a now destroyed madrasa. After lunch at a local ...
DAY 9, Sunday - Travel to Samarkand, Registan Square
Depart Bukhara and drive to Samarkand. Along the way, stop at the delightful town of Gijduvan, center of the ancient craft of ceramics. A special visit has been arranged to the home and shop of a skilled ceramicist. View some of the beautiful works displayed that reflect...
DAY 10, Monday - Guri Amir Mausoleum, Ulugbek Observatory, Vineyard Tour
The day begins at the sumptuous Guri Amir Mausoleum, final resting place of Timur (Tamerlane), the Turco-Mongol conqueror; its interior is covered with elegant turquoise arabesques and inscriptions in gold. On to the Ulugbek Observatory, once known as the most advanced i...
DAY 11, Tuesday - Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Siab Market, High-Speed Train to Tashkent
Start the day at the Bibi-Khanym Mosque with its glistening blue domes, built as the largest mosque in the world enriched by stately minarets and carved marble décor. A jewel in Tamerlane's empire, the mosque was constructed as a tribute to his wife. Afterwards, a walk t...
DAY 12, Wednesday - Depart Uzbekistan
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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