Rest at the Junction of the Silk Road

Take a day-night flight. Night on board.

Morning Arrival: Upon arrival in the morning, you will be greeted at the airport exit by an English-speaking guide and driver. After transferring to the hotel and dropping off your luggage, you can relax and refresh.

Breakfast: Enjoy a delightful breakfast at the hotel.

City Exploration: Discover Tashkent, a city that beautifully blends Eastern charm with modernity. Your exploration begins with the city's eastern charm, featuring the Barak Khan Complex, Hasti-Imam Square, Kaffal Shoshi Mausoleum, Juma Mosque, and Moi Mubarak Madrasa, which houses the ancient Ottoman Koran.

Market Visit: Continue your tour with a visit to Chorsou Bazaar, renowned for its grandeur and striking blue dome.

Lunch: Savor a delicious meal at a local restaurant in the capital.

Afternoon Tour: In the afternoon, explore the Tashkent Metro, where each station is uniquely adorned as a symbolic work of art. Visit Independence Square and its memorial dedicated to the victims of World War II.

Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a traditional restaurant in the city.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Breakfast: Start your day with a delightful breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Transfer: In the morning, you will be met by the driver for a transfer to Tashkent train station. Board the train to Bukhara, departing at 09:10. Arrive in Bukhara at 13:30 and transfer your luggage to the hotel.

City Exploration: Bukhara, a significant center of Islam and an enchanting caravan city known for its narrow, winding streets, awaits your discovery.

• Begin your tour at Poi-Kalyan Square, home to the majestic Miri-Arab Madrasa, the grand Kalon Mosque, and the towering Kalon Minaret.
• Visit the Oulugbek and Abdulaziz Khan Madrasas, explore Tok-i-Zargaron (the Jewellers' Domes), and stroll through Tim Abdhoullah Khan, a covered market famed for its exquisite hand-woven silks.
• Discover the Magok-i-Attari Mosque, one of the city’s oldest mosques, built on the site of an ancient Zoroastrian temple.

Lyabi-Khauz Complex: Continue your pilgrimage around the Lyabi-Khauz complex, the heart of the city, featuring a large pool (khauz), Koukeldoch Madrasah, Khanaqah, and Nadir Devonbegi Madrasah.

Tchor Minor: End your day with a visit to the Tchor Minor Madrasah, nestled in the historic quarters of Bukhara.

Dinner: Enjoy dinner at Nadir Devonbegi Madrasah, featuring a traditional Uzbek dance performance and a dress parade in the madrasa courtyard.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel for a restful night’s s

Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Exploration: Begin your day by exploring some of Bukhara’s most ancient and significant landmarks:

• Ismail Somani Mausoleum: Discover this monumental tomb, a masterpiece of early Islamic architecture.
• Mausoleum of Chachmaï Ayub: Visit this historic mausoleum associated with the biblical figure Job.
• Bolo-Khouz Mosque: Admire the mosque with its impressive twenty-column porch.
• Ark Fortress: Explore the grand Ark Castle, once the royal residence of Bukhara's emirs.

City Tour: Continue your exploration of Bukhara's external monuments and historical sites.

Lunch: Enjoy a traditional lunch in the charming old town.

Afternoon Excursions:

• Bahauddin Naqshband Necropolis: Travel to this revered site outside the city, dedicated to the famous Sufi saint Bahauddin Naqshband.
• Sitora-i Mokhi Khosa: Visit the summer residence of the last emirs of Bukhara, known for its exquisite architecture and gardens.

Free Time: Spend the rest of the day at your leisure for personal exploration.

Dinner: Experience a traditional meal at the home of a local Bukhara chef.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel for a restful night.

Breakfast: Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Exploration: Discover Bukhara’s rich history and significant landmarks:

• Ismail Somani Mausoleum: Explore this grand tomb, an architectural gem from early Islamic times.
• Mausoleum of Chachmaï Ayub: Visit this historic site associated with the biblical figure Job.
• Bolo-Khouz Mosque: Admire the mosque with its stunning twenty-column porch.
• Ark Fortress: Delve into the history of the Ark Castle, once the royal residence of Bukhara's emirs.

City Tour: Continue to explore Bukhara’s external monuments and historical sites.

Lunch: Enjoy a traditional meal in the picturesque old town.

Afternoon Excursions:

• Bahauddin Naqshband Necropolis: Travel to this revered site dedicated to the famous Sufi saint Bahauddin Naqshband.
• Sitora-i Mokhi Khosa: Visit the summer residence of the last emirs of Bukhara, renowned for its beautiful architecture and gardens.

Free Time: Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the city on your own.

Dinner: Experience a traditional Uzbek dinner at the home of a local Bukhara chef.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel for a relaxing overnight stay.

Breakfast: Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Exploration: Discover the legendary city of Samarkand, renowned for its rich history and pivotal role on the Silk Road.

• Registan Square: Begin your tour at this historic central square, once the heart of the city's bazaar. Explore its three magnificent madrasahs: Oulugbek Madrasah, Sherdor Madrasah, and Tilla-Kori Madrasah.
• Gur-i Amir Mausoleum: Visit the mausoleum of Timur, originally intended as a madrasa by his grandson but later converted into a grand tomb.

Lunch: Enjoy a traditional meal at a local café, savoring the unique flavors of Samarkand.

Afternoon Excursions:

• Afrosiyab Museum: Explore this museum to view pre-Islamic frescoes and gain insight into the region's ancient history.
• Mausoleum of Prophet Daniel: Visit this significant site in the ancient city of Afrosiyob, believed to be the burial place of Prophet Daniel.
• Oulugbek Observatory: Discover the first observatory built by Tamerlane's grandson, Oulugbek, and marvel at its historical astronomical significance.

Dinner: Experience a warm and authentic meal with a local family in Samarkand.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Breakfast: Begin your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Exploration: Continue your exploration of Samarkand with a visit to:

• Shahi Zinda Necropolis: Marvel at this stunning complex of mausoleums, renowned for its intricate Islamic architectural decoration, which forms a unified masterpiece.
• Bibikhanim Mosque: Discover the grandeur of this historic mosque, once the largest in Central Asia. Afterward, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the nearby Siyob Bazaar, where you can experience the rich flavors and cultural essence of the East.

Lunch: Enjoy a delightful meal at a local restaurant in Samarkand.

Afternoon Activities:

• Papermaking Workshop: Visit a traditional papermaking workshop to learn about the ancient craft. As a unique keepsake, consider sending a letter to your friends on this special paper to share your travel experiences once you're back home.

Farewell Dinner: Conclude your journey with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, savoring the final flavors of Samarkand.

Accommodation: Return to your hotel for a comfortable overnight stay.

Breakfast: Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel.

Morning Transfer: Your driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the airport.

Departure: Board your return flight and head back home.