Day 1: TASHKENT
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Arrival in Tashkent
Late-night arrival in Tashkent. Upon arrival at the airport, guests will be met by the tour guide and transferred to the hotel. Check-in and accommodation. Time to rest and relax after the journey.
Day 2: TASHKENT – URGENCH – KHIVA
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Tashkent City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, guests will enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the old part of Tashkent, offering insight into the city’s rich spiritual and cultural heritage. The tour includes visits to:
Hazrati Imam Complex – the religious center of Tashkent, home to ancient manuscripts and Islamic monuments,
Kukeldash Madrasah – one of the largest and best-preserved madrasahs in Central Asia,
Chorsu Bazaar – a vibrant traditional market reflecting local life and centuries-old trading traditions.
In the afternoon, the program continues with a tour (or a leisurely walking tour, if preferred, approximately 5 km) of the modern part of the city, featuring:
Independence Square – the main ceremonial square of Uzbekistan,
Amir Temur Monument and Park – a symbol of national history and pride,
Tashkent Metro (Underground) – renowned for its beautifully decorated stations, each reflecting unique architectural themes.
In the second half of the day flight to Urgench.
On arrival, transfer to Khiva, check-in to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Khiva.
Day 3: KHIVA
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Khiva City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
Khiva, with its well-preserved Ichan-Kala (Inner City), is a remarkable open-air museum that enchants visitors with its peaceful atmosphere and timeless beauty. Surrounded by ancient walls, the city offers a unique journey into the past, where daily life unfolds amid centuries-old monuments.
Guests will enjoy a full-day guided sightseeing tour of Khiva, including visits to:
Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah – the largest madrasah in Khiva and a striking example of Khorezm architecture,
Kalta Minor Minaret – the iconic unfinished minaret, instantly recognizable by its glazed turquoise tiles,
Kunya Ark Fortress – the former citadel of Khiva’s rulers, serving as the political and administrative center of the city,
Mausoleum of Pahlavan Mahmud – a revered pilgrimage site dedicated to Khiva’s patron saint,
Said Alauddin Mausoleum – one of the oldest monuments in Khiva.
In the afternoon, the tour continues with visits to:
Juma Mosque – famous for its forest of intricately carved wooden columns,
Tash-Hauli Palace and Harem – the richly decorated residence of the Khivan khans,
Islam Khoja Ensemble – featuring Khiva’s tallest minaret and madrasah,
Allakuli Khan Madrasah – an important educational center of the 19th century.
Overnight stay in Khiva.
Day 4: KHIVA – BUKHARA
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Breakfast.
Early start and long drive to Bukhara through the Kizilkum Desert (approx. 500 km, approx. 8 hours). Photo stop at the Amudarya River. Upon arrival, check into the hotel.
Overnight stay in Bukhara.
OPTIONAL: Folklore show in Nadir Devan Begi Madrasah after arrival.
Day 5: BUKHARA
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Bukhara City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
Bukhara, often referred to as “Noble Bukhara” and the “City of Pilgrims,” is one of the most spiritually significant cities of Central Asia. An ancient saying reflects its sacred status: “Everywhere else in the world, light descends from the sky, but in Bukhara, it rises from the earth,” symbolizing the presence of great Sufi sheikhs whose final resting places are found here.
Guests will enjoy a full-day guided sightseeing tour of Bukhara, including visits to:
Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble – a harmonious architectural complex centered around a historic pond,
Maggoki Attori Mosque – one of the oldest mosques in the region, dating back to pre-Islamic times,
Historic Trading Domes, once key commercial centers along the Silk Road:
Sarrafon – the money changers’ dome,
Telpak Furushon – traders of traditional Astrakhan hats,
Toki Zargaron – the goldsmiths’ trading dome,
Kosh Madrasah Complex, comprising the Ulugbek Madrasah and the Abdulazizkhan Madrasah, standing opposite each other as masterpieces of Islamic architecture.
In the afternoon, the tour continues with visits to:
Poi-Kalyan Ensemble, including the Kalyan Mosque, the iconic Kalyan Minaret, and the Mir-i-Arab Madrasah (active),
Ark Citadel – the ancient fortress and former residence of the rulers of Bukhara,
Samanid Mausoleum – a unique example of early Islamic architecture,
Chashma Ayub Mausoleum – a sacred site associated with legends of the prophet Job.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Bukhara.
Optional: Tea break at a traditional teahouse during the sightseeing tour.
Day 6: BUKHARA – GIJDUVAN – SAMARKAND
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Breakfast.
Transfer to Gijduvan (approx. 50 km, approx. 1 hour).
Gijduvan – a former pottery center where craftsmen pass on their trade from generation to generation. In this city, you will visit one of the most famous pottery families – the Narzullayev family. They have a large workshop where you can see the process of making pottery.
In the afternoon, continue to Samarkand (approx. 231 km, approx. 4 hours).
After arrival tourists will start the excursion from the the iconic Registan Square Complex, the historical heart of Samarkand and one of the most impressive architectural ensembles in Central Asia. The square is paved with ancient burnt bricks and cobblestones and is framed by three monumental madrasahs, which once formed one of the most important centers of education and science in the medieval East.
Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum – the majestic dynastic tomb complex originally built for Muhammad Sultan, the grandson of Amir Timur, and later becoming the burial place of Amir Timur himself and his descendants.
In the evening tourists can visit laser show in Registan.
Overnight stay in Samarkand.
OPTIONAL: Masterclass of pottery in Gijduvan.
Day 7: SAMARKAND – TASHKENT
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Samarkand City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel.
The guided tour will start the magnificent Bibi-Khanum Mosque, commissioned by Amir Timur and renowned for its monumental scale and distinctive architectural design, reflecting the grandeur of his reign.
Siyab Bazaar – a lively traditional market where guests can experience local flavors and everyday life,
Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis – a remarkable ensemble of mausoleums forming a sacred pilgrimage site.
Ulugbek Observatory (15th century) – the remains of the famous astronomical observatory founded by Ulugbek, a renowned ruler and outstanding astronomer of his time.
Later transfer to Tashkent by train.
On arrival, meeting at the station and check-in to the hotel.
Overnight stay in Tashkent.
Day 8: TASHKENT
Flight
Transfer to the international airport early in the morning.
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