Itinerary
Day 1. Arrival to Tashkent.
Arrival and city tour in Tashkent. We can visit Independence Square, the country's main square and ride the famous Tashkent Metro.
Day 2. Tashkent - Urgench - Khiva
From Tashkent to Urgench about 700 km. Accessible by train, car or plane.
Day 3. Khiva
Sightseeing tour in the oldest city of Uzbekistan in downtown Khiva surrounded by strong walls. Centuries-old solid buildings, palaces, mosques, madrassas, mausoleums, minarets, caravan sarais and bathhouses have transformed downtown
Khiva
into a unique urban monument.
Day 4. Khiva - Tuprak Qala - Ayaz Qala - Khiva
Today we visit two famous forts: Ayaz Qala and Turpak Qala. Ayaz Qala is an ancient 2nd-century castle of Khorezm, named after the legendary warrior slave Ayaz, a Turkish folklore hero. Tuprak Qala was the royal city of the
Khorezmian ruler
Artav.
Day 5. Khiva – Bukhara (440 km, 7 hours)
Today we make a transfer to Bukhara through the Kyzylkum desert, the name of which translates as "Red Sand". On the way we enjoy the view of the Amu Darya river.
With more than 140 architectural monuments, Bukhara is a "city museum" from the Middle Ages. The city consists of narrow streets, green parks and gardens, historical and architectural monuments belong to different eras, but are very
close to
each other.
Day 6. Sightseeing tour in Bukhara
Today you have a full day sightseeing tour in the fascinating city of Bukhara. Bukhara is a magical city. You will simultaneously feel like a participant in the events of "Aladdin's Magic Lamp", "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves" and
stories
about the adventures of Hodja Nasreddin. We will visit the oldest citadel in Bukhara from the 4th century, the mausoleum of the Samanid dynasty from the 9th century, preserved in excellent condition, the monastery of the Bukhara khans
and a lot
of interesting things, because the whole historical center of the city is under the protection of the world cultural heritage of the UNESCO.
Day 7. Bukhara - Shahrisabz - Samarkand (290 km, 4 hours)
After breakfast we start our drive to the birthplace of Amir Timur, the city of Shhakhrisabz. First you will visit a palace. After the excursion drive to Samarkand.
Day 8. Samarkand
Samarkand is the second largest city in Uzbekistan. Today you will visit the most outstanding attractions such as Registan Square, Shakhi-Zindeh, Guri Emir Mausoleum, Bibi Khanum Mosque and other places
Day 9. Samarkand – Tashkent (train)
We continue our acquaintance with Samarkand, whose historical buildings are also included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. We visit the famous Siab Bazaar where you can tear your soul with Uzbek sweets, fruits and other
delicacies.
Day 10. Tashkent – Kokand (train)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Tashkent railway station to drive to Kokand city. Upon arrival in Kokand you will have a city tour of Kokand. Here we visit Khudayar Khan Palace, a historical monument of architecture,
Modari Khan
Mausoleum and Norbutabi Madrasah. Then you will be transferred to the city of Fergana.
Day 11. Fergana – Margilan – Tashkent (train)
In the morning, visit the Fergana Regional Museum, which has a beautiful collection of items from all eras of Fergana Valley history, culture and art. The excursion ends with a visit to Fergana National Park, after which you will
drive to the
town of Margilan. Here you will visit a silk factory.
Day 12. Return flight
Today we bid farewell to sunny and hospitable Uzbekistan, the week flew by... We only saw a small part of this amazing country, which means there is an excellent reason to keep coming back.
*This is just an example of a program for Uzbekistan. After the inquiry I will send you my offer with detailed description and price and I can also choose the perfect option for you according to your request.
