Silk Road Tour Uzbekistan

Day 1 Tashkent (dinner)
Upon your arrival in Tashkent, our guide will warmly welcome you at the airport and assist with your transfer to the hotel for check-in. In the evening, enjoy a delightful welcome dinner at a traditional Uzbek restaurant, where you can experience the rich flavours of authentic Uzbek cuisine for the first time.

Day 2 Tashkent - Bukhara (breakfast, dinner)
After breakfast, you will meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a transfer to the train station. The Afrosiyob high-speed train departs at 07:28, reaching Bukhara at 11:23. Upon arrival, our driver will greet you with a sign bearing your name at the meeting area outside the station. You will then be transferred to your hotel to relax before your tour begins.

At 14:00, your guide will meet you in the hotel lobby to start an unforgettable tour of Bukhara's iconic landmarks located outside the city:

• 🏰 Chor-Minor Madrasah – A picturesque symbol of Bukhara featured in every travel guide.
• 🌿 Sitorai-Mohi-Khosa Residence – The summer retreat of Bukhara's last Emir, Seyid Alim Khan.
• 🕌 Naqshbandi Complex – A spiritual centre with a madrasah, mosque, and minaret.
• ⚰️ Chor-Bakr Necropolis – A serene area with narrow streets and historic family crypts.

In the evening, enjoy a leisurely walk through the ancient streets of Bukhara. Conclude your day with a delightful dinner at the Lyabi Hauz teahouse. Savour authentic Uzbek cuisine while soaking in the harmonious atmosphere of this timeless city.

Day 3 Bukhara (breakfast, dinner)
After breakfast at the hotel restaurant at 09:00, meet with your local guide to continue a guided walking tour in Bukhara. The city tour includes some of the most iconic landmarks:

• 🚪 Talipach Gate – One of the ancient city gates of Bukhara.
• 🏛️ Samanid Mausoleum – A masterpiece of early Islamic architecture.
• 💧 Chashma Ayub Mausoleum – Known as the “Spring of Job.”
• 🎨 Bolo Hauz Mosque – Famous for its beautifully painted ceiling.
• 🏰 Ark Fortress – A historic citadel with the old Zindan prison.
• 🌟 Poi-Kalyan Ensemble – Featuring the Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque, and Miri-Arab Madrasah.
• 📚 Ulugbek Madrasah – A historical educational center.
• 🛍️ Trading Domes – Toki-Zargaron, Toki-Telpak Furushon, and Toki-Sarrafon.
• 🕌 Magoki-Attori Mosque – A stunning example of medieval architecture.
• 🌟 Khoja-Gaukushan Ensemble – A picturesque complex of mosques and madrasahs.
• ✡️ Bukhara Synagogue – A testament to the city's multicultural heritage.
• 🖼️ Lyabi-Khauz Ensemble – Includes the Divan-Begi Khanaka, Divan-Begi Madrasah, and a bronze statue of Khoja Nasreddin.

The city tour concludes with a hearty dinner in a cosy home atmosphere. During dinner, experience the renowned hospitality of the locals, learn about their traditions, and participate in preparing authentic Bukhara pilaf with the house owner. It's a perfect way to end your day in Bukhara!

Day 4 Bukhara - Gijduvan - Samarkand (breakfast, dinner)
After breakfast, you will check out from the hotel with your luggage. Meet your driver at 09:00 and depart for Samarkand. After driving 51 km (1 hour 20 minutes), stop in Gijduvan to participate in a 2-hour master class on ceramic making. After this fascinating experience, continue driving to Samarkand. Arrive in Samarkand after a 4-hour drive (229 km) and check in to the hotel. After a short rest, enjoy dinner at a cosy local restaurant with delicious Samarkand cuisine.

Day 5 Samarkand (breakfast, dinner)
After breakfast at 09:00, you will meet your local guide at the hotel lobby to begin an exciting city tour in Samarkand. The tour will immerse you in this fascinating city's rich history and traditions.

Places to be visited during the Samarkand city tour today:

• 🌟 Registan Square – Home to three stunning madrasahs: Ulugbek, Tilya-Kori, and Sherdor.
• 🏛️ Gur-Emir Mausoleum – Final resting place of Timur the Great.
• 🌌 Shahi-Zinda Ensemble – A complex of beautiful mausoleums with narrow streets.
• 🕌 Bibi-Khanum Mosque – A grand and historic mosque.
• 🛍️ Siab Bazaar – A vibrant market offering local goods and produce.
• 🌟 Mausoleum of Khoja Daniyar – Believed to house relics of the prophet Daniel.
• 🏺 Afrasiab Museum – Features frescoes discovered during excavations.
• 🔭 Ulugbek Observatory – Includes remains of a massive sextant.

Dinner will be served at Karimbek restaurant, where you can enjoy a variety of delicious kebabs paired with fresh vegetables and herbs.

Day 6 Samarkand - Tashkent (breakfast, dinner)
You will check out from the hotel at 05:20, meet your driver in the hotel lobby, and transfer to the train station to depart by the Afrasiab train at 06:37 to Tashkent. Arrive in Tashkent at 08:47, where a guide and driver holding a sign with your name will meet you at the designated meeting area for arriving passengers. You will then transfer to a restaurant for breakfast.

After breakfast, begin a guided tour of Tashkent with visits to:

• 📖 Hast Imam Square – Home to the oldest Quran of Usman.
• 🛍️ Chorsu Bazaar – A vibrant traditional market.
• 🚇 Tashkent Metro – Known for its stunning architecture.
• 🌟 Mustakillik Square – Symbol of independence.
• 🎭 Theater Square – Cultural and artistic hub.
• 🏛️ Amir Temur Square – Central square with a statue of Amir Temur.
• 🕊️ Courage Monument – A tribute to resilience and strength.

Note: During the Tashkent tour, hotel check-in will be available after 12:00 to allow for a short rest before continuing the excursion.

Your day will conclude with dinner at a restaurant serving delicious national cuisine, marking the end of your Tashkent adventure.

Day 7 Tashkent (breakfast)
Breakfast. Check out from the hotel rooms by 12:00.

🚗 Meet your driver in the hotel lobby for a transfer to:

• ✈️ The airport – For your departure flight.
• 🚆 The train station – For onward travel.
• 🌍 The border regions – To continue your tour in Central Asia, with options to explore Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, or Kyrgyzstan.