Uzbekistan Classic Tour in 9 Days

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Duration

9 Days

Tour Type

Specific Tour

Group Size

3 people

Languages

English

About this tour

Centuries of Silk Road wealth built Uzbekistan into an exotic land of ancient cities filled with domes, minarets, and intricate Islamic tile work, and the atmospheric madrasas and mosques of Bukhara and Samarkand rank among the most glorious of all Central Asia.

On this tour, you will discover Uzbekistan’s history, culture, and traditions. Enjoy Uzbek food, folk music, and ancient historical sites and religious monuments.

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation in 3 or 4-star hotels with breakfast
  • Private driver-guide
  • Domestic flight ticket from Khiva to Tashkent
  • Entrance fees
  • Meals
  • Tip to driver-guide

Itinerary

Day 1 - Tashkent

Arrive at Tashkent international airport, meet your driver guide and transfer to your hotel. The city tour of Tashkent depends on your time of arrival.

Day 2 - Tashkent to Samarkhand

After an early breakfast arranged in the hotel you will be transferred to Tashkent railways station to catch a train to Samarkand. We will visit one of the pearls of Uzbekistan, a historical site called Registan with 3 madrasahs of 15, 16th and 18 th centuries. First. we'll visit Gur Emir mausoleum, the burial place of Amir Temur, his spiritual teacher, his sons and grandsons. The next visit is Bibihanim mosque which has built in 14th century as one of the great mosques in Central Asia. it is named after a favourite wife of Amir Temur. Later you will proceed to the most famous place in Samarkand; Registan Square with 3 madrasas built during the 15th-17th Centuries. You will visit the observatory of Ulughbek, grandson of Temur who ruled in the empire in the 15th century and at the same time, he was one of the well-known Astronomy scientists and mathematicians.

Day 3 - Samarkhand

Marco Polo described Samarkand as a 'very large and splendid city,' and after a four-hour drive you'll find out for yourself Today, you'll visit the observatory of Ulughbek, the Afrosiab museum with Fresco, and artifacts found at Afrosiab old settlement dating back to 6 BC up to 13 AD. With a free afternoon, continue exploring the Samarkand sights, have a cuppa in a local tea house, or wander around the bazaar. Opt to explore the Tomb of Prophet Daniel, famous for the Biblical story of Daniel and the lions.

Day 4 - Samarkand to Aydar Kŭl Camp

Today, we'll Travel out into the desert to visit Chashma Complex, a pilgrimage site in the territory of Nurata, dominated by ruins of Alexander the Great's fortress. Then we'll visit the old city bazaars, a bathhouse, and the ancient Panjvakta mosque.

Day 5 - Aydar Kŭl Camp to Bukhara

Travel to Bukhara, known as one of the most famous cities in the country. You'll visit the local market and enjoy the traditional meals.

Day 6 - Bukhara

Bukhara was an important regional and world hub for many years. Today, we explore Bukhara on a half-day guided walking tour. Visit the spectacular Ark building, a fortress that was occupied from the 5th century right up until its bombing in 1920, the Bolo - Hauz Mosque. Then, Wander the artisan shops and narrow twisting streets and alleyways, or sit at a café table and let the evening drift by

Day 7 - Bukhara to Khiva

Enjoy a road trip through the desert on a full day's journey to reach UNESCO-listed Khiva. You can walk through this ancient city and learn about local life here. Wander through the narrow labyrinth mudbrick alleyways of old town.

Day 8 - Khiva

Take a full day to explore this enchanting city with your guide. we'll start sightseeing in the magnificent city – Ichan Kala, Juma Mosque, Fortress Kunya Ark, Kalta Minor, Medrese of Muhammad Aminkhan, and The Palace Tosh Hovli. You'll also enjoy spectacular sunset views from the sand-colored buildings.

Day 9 - Khiva to Tashkent

Today you'll have a flight back to Tashkent and enjoy a city tour, then explore on your own with some free time.

Durations

Multi day

Languages

English

Tour's Location

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Total
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Owner

Banafshe Khoshnevis

Member Since 2022

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