Discover Uzbekistan

Breakfast at the hotel. We begin our sightseeing tour in the capital city of Uzbekistan, Tashkent. Our first stop is the Hazrati Imom Complex, the spiritual heart of the city, dating back to the 16th–20th centuries. We then continue to Chorsu Bazaar, one of the busiest and most vibrant markets in Tashkent, perfect for shopping and experiencing local life.

Next, we explore Amir Temur Square, where the statue of Amir Temur was erected in 1994, and Independence Square, a favorite gathering place for locals and a popular spot for wedding photos. 

We end the day with a visit to the Museum of Applied Arts, showcasing traditional Uzbek craftsmanship and design.

Dinner at the restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 4* (Ramada Encore Hotel)

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel.

Our driver will drive you to the train station at 07:00 am to take a train to Bukhara at 08:00 am. Arrive to Bukhara at 12:15. *
* The train schedule is subject to change, and the program may be adjusted accordingly.
Start sightseeing at the city of Islam and Culture:
- Samanid Mausoleum – one of the oldest surviving monuments in Central Asia, dating
back to the 10th century.
- Chashmai Ayyub Mausoleum – also known as the Museum of Water.
- Bolo Hauz Mosque – built in 1712, elegant with its slender wooden columns and
splendid décor.
- Ark Fortress – the ancient citadel of kings and khans.
- Poi Kalon Complex – an architectural ensemble with a madrasa, minaret, and mosque.
- Miri Arab Madrasa – one of the oldest and most revered madrasas.
- Ulugbek Madrasa – among the first madrasas, built in 1417 by the great astronomer
Ulugbek.
- Abdullazizkhan Madrasa – a richly decorated medieval madrasa constructed in 1651.

Dinner at the restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 4* (Sahid Zarafshon Hotel)

Meal Plan: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, we begin the tour in Bukhara. The visit includes major historical and architectural landmarks such as Labi Hauz complex, a peaceful area centered around a pond, flanked by historical madrasas and khanakas.

Afterwards, we explore Chon Minor, the decorative elements of the towers symbolically represent the four major world religions, and Kukaldash madrasah. Then we visit the Magoki-Attori Mosque, built over a former Zoroastrian temple, and Tim Abdulla Khan Trading Dome.

Transfer to the train station at 15:30 to take a train at 16:24 and arrive at 18:05 at Samarkand*. Transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

* The train schedule is subject to change, and the program may be adjusted accordingly.

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 4* (Emirkhan Hotel)

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. We begin the visit to Samarkand: Gur-Emir Mausoleum – the authentic sanctuary of Tamerlane, one of the most majestic complexes in the city.

Registan Square – the vibrant heart of Samarkand. The name "Registan" means "place of sand". The complex consists of three madrasas: Ulugbek Madrasa (15th century), Sher-Dor Madrasa (17th century), and Tillo-Kori Madrasa (17th century, famous for its golden dome).

Afternoon visits: Bibi Khanim Mosque – the largest mosque of the 15th century in Central Asia, built in honor of Tamerlane's wife. Siyab Bazaar – the oldest bazaar in Samarkand, a lively market where local products can be purchased. Shakhi Zinda Necropolis – a complex of tombs decorated with shimmering blue tiles. Comprising eleven mausoleums built between the 14th and 15th centuries, Shakhi Zinda is the burial place of royalty and nobility.

Return to the hotel for overnight stay.

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 4* (Emirkhan Hotel)

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel. We continue exploring the city: Ulugbek Observatory – the remains of a significant astronomical achievement of medieval Uzbekistan.

Then we visit the Mausoleum of St. Daniel – a unique place where Muslims, Christians, and Jews come together to pray. Afrosiab Museum – a museum that provides insight into the history and culture of ancient Samarkand.

In the afternoon, depart for the village of Konighil, located near Samarkand, where you can visit a paper mill that still produces handmade paper using ancient methods- a tradition that was once famous worldwide.

At 16:30 transfer to Samarkand railway station to take the train to Tashkent at 17:00. * Arrival in Tashkent. Transfer to the hotel for overnight stay.

* The train schedule is subject to change, and the program may be adjusted accordingly.

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 4* (Ramada Encore Hotel)

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport. Departure.

Meal Plan: No Meal