Discover the very best of Uzbekistan on a journey through its iconic Silk Road cities, where magnificent architecture, vibrant traditions and centuries of history come together. From the dazzling Registan Square to the timeless charm of Bukhara and Khiva, experience the country’s most celebrated treasures and its legendary hospitality.
Itinerary: Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Meet and greet at Urgench Airport, followed by a transfer to Khiva (30 km).
After breakfast and some time to rest, begin your exploration of the city. Visit Itchan Kala, the historic inner town, a remarkable open-air museum that offers a vivid picture of what a Central Asian city looked like in the 19th century.
Dinner.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion to Ayaz Kala, Kyzyl Kala, and Toprak Kala, impressive pre-Islamic Zoroastrian fortresses located on the banks of the Amu Darya River (90 km).
Return to Khiva.
Visit Nurullabay Palace, the former residence of the Khivan khans.
Dinner accompanied by a traditional folklore performance.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel before departing for Bukhara, the legendary city of the Orient, boasting more than 2,500 years of history.
Drive across the vast Kyzylkum Desert, with a stop to enjoy a cup of tea on the banks of the Amu Darya River.
Continue to Bukhara. Lunch en route.
Arrival in Bukhara in the evening and check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a full day of sightseeing:
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by continued sightseeing:
Transfer to the railway station and board the high-speed train to Samarkand.
Arrival and check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
As the writer Amin Maalouf once described it, “Samarkand is the most beautiful face the Earth has ever turned towards the sun.”
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a full day of sightseeing:
Overnight at the hotel.
Continue exploring Samarkand with visits to:
Late afternoon transfer to the railway station to board the Afrosiyob high-speed train to Tashkent (departure at approximately 5:00 p.m.; 280 km, about 2 hours).
Arrival in Tashkent and check-in at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast, followed by a tour of Uzbekistan’s vibrant capital:
Farewell dinner.
Transfer to the airport for your international departure.
Meet and greet service upon arrival at the airport.
Accommodation in B&B hotels in double or twin rooms, as per the itinerary.
Half-board meal plan (dinner), according to the selected option.
One bottle of still water per person, per day throughout the tour.
All transportation as specified in the itinerary.
Guided sightseeing tours in the cities and villages.
Entrance fees to museums and historical monuments.
Traditional folklore performance in Khiva (for groups of more than 6 participants).
El Merosi Theatre cultural performance in Samarkand (for groups of more than 6 participants).
High-speed train tickets: Bukhara – Samarkand and Samarkand – Tashkent.
Services of a professional French-speaking tour guide throughout the journey.
All applicable taxes and service charges.
International flights.
Travel insurance.
Alcoholic beverages during meals.
Gratuities (recommended).
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