Bukhara and Samarkand
Anchor down in the heart of Central Asia on this tantalizing journey through Uzbekistan. Channel through centuries worth of encased architecture and enriching tales left behind from lost civilizations. As you take in the unfathomable years preserved through time from the Ottoman, Russian, and Far-East empires, take a piece of these stories throughout your trip. From Forts to Bazaars to Mausoleums, the cities and towns of Uzbekistan will keep you entertained on this non-stop venture into a past where kingdoms clashed and thrived to leave their mark in history. Join us on this expansive adventure and look through the eyes of time as you live vicariously across the lands of the lionized nation of Uzbekistan.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Walk though Unesco listed World Heritage Sites
- Stand where the legends stood at Ark Fortress
- Marvel upon architecture that survived the ages
- Pay respect to Amir Tamur at Gur Emir Mausoleum
- Get that picture-perfect shot at the sightseeing capital Tashkent
- Dip into the artistic culture of the land at Navoi Theatre
Itinerary
Day By Day
Arrival in Tashkent, transfer to the hotel, check-in, and enjoy free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Transfer to the railway station for the Afrosiyob high-speed train journey from Tashkent to Bukhara. Upon reaching Bukhara, meet the driver, check in at the hotel, and embark on a UNESCO-listed historic center walking tour with visits to Lyabi-Khauz Ensemble, Magoki-Attori Mosque, Chor-Minor Madrasah, and other significant landmarks. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Check out from the hotel and leave the city to explore Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa, the summer residence of Bukhara's last emir, featuring a blend of Oriental and Russian architecture. Proceed to the Mausoleum of Bakhouddin Naqshbandi. Return to Bukhara to visit the Ismail Samani and Chashma Ayub mausoleums. Transfer to the train station, board the Afrosiyob train to Samarkand, and upon arrival, be transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Begin your city tour by meeting your guide and driver in the hotel lobby. Explore key landmarks including Registan Square, Bibi-Khanum Mosque, Siyob Bazaar, Ulugbek Observatory, Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis, and Gur Emir Mausoleum. Overnight at the hotel.
Check out from the hotel, continue the city tour, including visits to the Afrasiab Museum and the Tomb of Saint Daniel, explore Samarkand's traditional paper-making in Konigil village, enjoy free time with a car and driver, then transfer to the railway station for the high-speed Afrosiyob train to Tashkent. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Commence your Tashkent city tour by meeting your guide to explore the Old City with the Khast-Imom Complex, visiting landmarks like the Madrasah of Barak-Khan, Tilla Sheikh Mosque and many more.Discover Chor-Su Bazaar, ride the Tashkent Metro, and visit the Applied Arts Museum before concluding at Amir Timur Square. Enjoy free time in the evening, followed by a transfer to the airport for your journey back home.
