Classic Uzbekistan Tour

Welcome to Uzbekistan! The driver will pick you up at Tashkent Airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

Later the guide and the driver will take you to Khast-Imom Complex to visit Madrasah of Barak-Khan, Tilla Sheikh Mosque, Mausoleum of the Saint Abu Bakr Kaffal Shashi and the Islamic Institute of Imam al-Bukhari. Then we'll continue to visit the Chorsu Bazaar in old city.

Next, our guide will accompany you to experience subway ride. Every subway stop in Tashkent is unique in different styles. You will get off at the city center, where the driver will be waiting for you. The following sightseeing stops are Independence Square and Amir Timur Park, then the State Museum of Applied Art. After the visit, send you back to the hotel.

Accommodation: Wyndham Tashkent (4 stars)

In the morning the driver will send you to the train station to take the high-speed train to Samarkand. The 300 kilometers' (186 miles) journey takes about 2 hours. Upon arrival, our driver in Samarkand will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel to store your luggage. Then, the driver and the guide will take you to visit the famous landmark of Samarkand, Registan Square and the biggest local market Siyob Bazzar. After visiting Bibi Khanym Mosque, we'll explore the biggest observatory in Central Asia, Ulugbek Observatory. Afterwards, head to Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis to appreciate the great tomb complex. Finally we'll visit the tomb of Timur and other royal members, Gur-Emir Mausoleum.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Grand Samarkand Superior (4 stars)

On the 3rd day, we will start with Afrasiab Museum, and then head to visit the coffin of the Jewish prophet Daniel in the Bible at the Tomb of Saint Daniel. Then drive to Koni Ghil village and learn the famous traditional way of making Samarkand paper. After that you can freely explore the surrounding attractions. At the end of the day, return to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Grand Samarkand Superior (4 stars)

The driver will send you to Bukhara, 280km (174 mi) or 4 hours' drive away. On the way you, stop over at the ancient trade caravan stage, Rabati-Malik Caravanserai to have a visit. Upon arrival, the driver will transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

Then our local guide will escort you to have a walk tour in Old Bukhara which was listed as a World Heritage Site. First we'll visit the landmark buildings Kalyan Minaret and Kalyan Mosque. Then visit Miri-Arab Madrasah built in 16th century and Magoki-Attori Mosque, the oldest mosque in the old city. The next stops are madrasahs of Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan. After visiting the local market trade domes, we'll head to Lyabi Hauz Ensemble where there are various stylistic restaurants, coffee shops, galleries and souvenir shops. At last visit Chor-Minor Madrasah and lead you back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Volida or Fotima or Sultan Hotel (3 stars)

Today, we'll first visit Ark Fortress and admire tall carved wooden pillars at Bolo Khauz Mosque. Next, we will go to Samanid Mausoleum which is a typical early Islamic building. The intricate mosaics form a variety of geometric patterns. After visiting Chashma Ayub Mausoleum, we'll take you to Summer Palace, also known as Sitorai Mohi Hosa. The building perfectly blends the characteristics of Europe and Central Asia. The exterior is European architectural style, while the interior decoration is mainly Central Asian style. Then we will visit the religious shrine of Naqshbandia - the mausoleum and necropolis of Bahauddin Naqshabandiy. Afterwards, send you back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Volida or Fotima or Sultan Hotel (3 stars)

Today's itinerary will extend to Khiva about 480km (300 mi) away. The driver will drive along the ancient Silk Road to get there, taking 7-8h. On the way, we will pass through the Kyzylkum Desert, which means "Red Sand". You will have a stop here to admire the desert landscape and Amudarya River.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel Asia Khiva or Bek KHiva (4 starts)

Today our guide will take you to have a walking tour in Ichan Kala. Ichan Kala is the inner fortress of Khiva and is reputed "open-air museum". In this inner city, first we will visit Mukhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, Mukhammad Rahimkhan Madrasah and the low minaret outside, Kalta Minor. Next, we will go to the Juma Mosque to admire the intricate carved wooden pillars. Afterwards, we will visit Toshkhovli Palace. Next we will take you to Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum. Pakhlavan Makhmud is the patron saint of Khiva, and Khan of generations hope to be buried near the tomb of Pakhlavan Makhmud. Now it has developed into a complex of tombs. After climbing Islom Khodja Minaret, we will go to Kunya-Ark to enjoy a panoramic view of Khiva.

We will leave the afternoon for you to stroll around as you like. Later, our driver will take you to Urgench Airport for you to fly to Tashkent. When landing 1 hour and 40 minutes later, the driver in Tashkent will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Wyndham Tashkent (4 stars)

Today your Uzbekistan tour packages come to an end. Our driver will send you to Tashkent International Airport. Wish you a smooth voyage!

Meals: Breakfast