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Amazing Ancient Cities

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Amazing Ancient Cities

Dive into the universe of Eastern exotics, by going to 5 old urban communities by the exciting Ten-Day Cultural Uzbekistan Tour: Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, Nurata, Samarkand will describe you about the hundreds of years old history, rich of conventions, nearby beautiful lifestyle. As a feature of the visit you will acclimate with the engineering assortments of these urban areas, which saw rises and falls of intense domains.

Tashkent

Arrival Tashkent airport, transfer to your hotel, check in and overnight.

Tashkent 1 night

Tashkent – Urgench – Khiva (fligt)

In the morning you will have a flight to Urgench, then transfer to Khiva. Today you will have a wonderful sightseeing tour in the oldest city of Uzbekistan. It will be inside of Ichan-Qala, the inner city in Khiva rounded with strong walls. Centuries old sound buildings, palaces, mosques, Madrasahs, Mausoleums, Minarets, Caravan-Sarais and Bathhouses transformed Ichan-Qala into unique city-monument. Ichan-Qala consists of over 400 traditional dwelling houses and about 60 architectural monuments. In 1969 Ichan-Qala was designated a historical and architectural conservation area. The most remarkable sites in it are the Kunya-Ark fortress dating back to 17th century, found by Muhammad Arang Khan, Kalta Minor minaret and Tash Khouvli palace, an incredible sample of Khorezm architectural mastership of 1830s. Night is in a hotel. Read more

Khiva 1 night

Khiva – Bukhara (440 km, 7 hours)

Early in the morning we will have transfer to a fascinating city of Bukhara. With its more than 140 architectural monuments Bukhara is a "town museum" dating back to the Middle Ages. The city consists of narrow streets, green parks and gardens, historical and architectural monuments belong to different epochs, but locate very close to each other. The road from Khiva to Bukhara goes through famous Kizilkum desert. On the way we will enjoy the view to Amu Darya river, the deepest river in Central Asia, formed by the confluence of the Panj and Vakhsh in Tajikistan) and flowing into Aral See. Upon arrival in Bukhara you will have free time. Night is in a hotel. Read more

Bukhara 3 nights

Bukhara

Today you will have a full day city tour in this fascinating city. At first you will visit the most ancient citadel in Bukhara dating back to the 4th century named Citadel Ark which served as a palace for several dynasties of Bukhara Empire. Then you will see Samanids mausoleum, a real masterpiece of architecture of 9th -10th century. Then the tour continues to Chashma Ayub, meaning Job's well and Bolo-Hauz mosque, known also as the mosque of forty columns built in honor of Bukhara governor Abu-Fayud Khan. Then you have a chance to walk along the shopping domes and visit one of the most famous madrasahs of Bukhara called Nodir Divan Begi which is also a part of Lyabi House Ensemble, famous central sightseeing of Bukhara. The tour will end with visiting Poi Kalon complex, the unique sample of architectural art of Bukhara. It consists of three structures built in the 12th - 16th centuries: Kalon minaret, Kalon mosque and Mir Arab Madrasah. Night is in a hotel. Read more

Bukhara 2 nights

Bukhara (Surroundings)

Today you will have a sightseeing tour in the surrounding area of Bukhara. First you will visit Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex, located few kilometers from Bukhara. It is a memorial complex of famous Sufi Leader and Philosopher, one of the Muslim pilgrimage places for all people of Islamic world. Sheikh Bakhauddin Nakshbandi was one of the spiritual masters of Amir Timur. Today complex consists of mosques of Kushbegi and Muzafarohana, courtyard with pool, madrasah, and burial vault of Bukhara rulers and Dakhma upon the tomb of Saint Bakhauddin Nakshbandi. Then you will drive to see the countryside residence of Bukhara Emirs named Sitorai Mohi Hosa complex. The palace is the sample of combination of various architectural styles. Emir named the palace on behalf of his wife who died young “Star - like and moon- like Palace”. At last you will drive to Sumiton village to find Chor Bakr memorial complex, the town of the dead. Complex symbolizes the four sides of the earth and interprets that all people are equal. Construction of the complex began during the Samanids reign until the 16th century. After excursions you will return to city. Night is in a hotel. Read more

Bukhara 2 nights
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Bukhara – Yurts camp of Nurata

In the morning is transfer to a small town of Nurata, located in the foothills of Nuratau Mountains. People refer the origin of the city to the fortress Nur, which was founded by Alexander the Great in 4th century BC. However, according to archeological excavations the cultural layer in this area reaches the age of 40 thousand years. Upon arrival you will have a sightseeing tour that includes: visit the Khasan- Khuseyn Mosque, blacksmith’s and potter’s workshops and a sacred pond with sacred fishes, a place for pilgrimage by Muslim worshipers in Nurata. Also you will visit the Medressa of Sheihun Hasan Nury, Mamazgokh Mosque and remains of so called "Alexander the Great’s Fortress”. Then we will continue the drive to yurt camp in dessert. Night is in a yurt camp. Read more

Yurts camps 1 night
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Nurata – Samarkand

Breakfast. Tourists can make one - two hour camel tour to aydarkul lake, the unique lake stretching for 250 km along the desert, try freshly cooked fish for a lunch, relax, swim in warm, slightly salted water and sun bath on the picturesque bank. Picnic lunch at the lake. Drive to Samarkand, en route stop over at Sariamish stone paintings - more 3 000 pictures were discovered here, on black basalt rocks-petroglyphs displaying animals, people, hunting scenes, lifestyle and even love-making. Upon arrival to Samarkand check in and overnight is at the hotel. Read more

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Samarkand

Samarkand is situated in the valley of the river Zerafshan. It is the second largest city of Uzbekistan and is of the same age as the city of Babylon or Rome. Today you will visit its most outstanding sights such as Registan square, Shakhi-Zindeh, Mausoleum Guri Emir and Bibi Khanum Mosque. Registan Square, a complex of three fascinating Madrasahs dating back to 15-17th centuries, is the main highlight of Samarkand that no person can stop admiring its beauty and majesty. Architectural complex of Shakhi-Zindeh represents a big collection of mausoleums dating back to 11th-15 centuries being a part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bibi Khanum Mosque was built in honor of favorite Tamerlane’s wife, after his successful campaign in India. Overnight is at the hotel. Read more

Samarkand 2 nights
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Samarkand – Tashkent (train)

Today you will continue exploring Samarkand city. You will visit Ulughbek observatory, built in 15th century by Ulughbek, one of the most famous Samarkand rulers and scientists. Working in observatory, Ulughbek created in 1437 the “Zidji Guragoni” catalog, which had information about 1018 celestial bodies. Unfortunately, he was killed by order of his own son. After it you can walk along the Local Broadway surrounded by souvenir shops, teahouses, sweets and workshops. Then you can visit National bazaar Siab, oriental bazaar, where it is easy to find Uzbek traditional handmade products and local sweets. Also you will see carpet factory, a unique handmade carpet factory where over 400 women sew carpets without using traditional techniques. Afternoon transfer to Tashkent is by train. Night is in a hotel. Read more

Samarkand 2 nights
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Tashkent – Flight

Today you will visit Independence square which is the main square of the country, erected as a symbol of victory over fascism in World War II. Then you will have a chance to walk along the local Broadway, a walking street between independence square and Amir Timur square. Further you can take a ride in famous Tashkent metro, among the most beautiful subways in the world. First line was opened in 1977. Then you will visit the old part of the city which includes: Chorsu Bazaar, Kukaldash Madrasah and Hast Imam complex that consists of several madrasahs, mosques and mausoleum. The highlight of its exhibits is the Othman Quran which is the world’s oldest Quran copy dating back to 8th c. Quran belonged to Othman Ibn Affan, the Third Caliph (of the four righteous Caliphs who succeeded the prophet Muhammad). Othman was killed by non-muslims in 8th century. His blood spred over the Quran that you still can see on its pages. Transfer tp airport and flight home. Read more

Departure

ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Tashkent
Day 2
Location Khiva
Hotel Old Khiva Hotel
Day 3
Location Bukhara
Hotel Siyavush
Day 6
Location Nurata
Hotel Yurt Camps
Day 7
Location Samarkand
Hotel Ideal Hotel
Day 9
Location Tashkent
Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Tashkent
Hotel Ramada
Day 2
Location Khiva
Hotel Asia Khiva
Day 3
Location Bukhara
Day 6
Location Nurata
Hotel Yurt Camps
Day 7
Location Samarkand
Hotel Diyora Hotel
Day 9
Location Tashkent
Hotel Ramada

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • • Accommodation at mentioned hotels on double share basis
  • • Transportation per program in comfortable a/c transport with professional drivers
  • o 2 pax – Sedan (Lacetti Chevrolet)
  • o 4-8 pax – Minivan (Grand Starex, Istana)
  • o 10-14 pax – Midibus (Mitsubishi Rosa, Sprinter)
  • o 15 and more pax – Big Bus (Yutong, Higer)
  • • Breakfasts at the hotels
  • • Daily two bottles of 0.5l water per person
  • • Escort English speaking guide for entire tour (German, Spanish, Italian, French as per request)
  • • Samarkand-Tashkent train in economy class
  • • Entrance fees to mentioned sights per program (excluding photo and video charges at sights)

Package excludes

  • • Visa consular fees and processing expenses
  • • Photo and video charges at sights
  • • All master classes and show programs per program (groups of 15 pax and more)
  • • All lunches and dinners per program
  • • International air tickets to / out of Tashkent
  • • Domestic flight: Tashkent – Bukhara
  • • Travel Insurance
  • • Extras, not indicated in inclusions

REVIEWS

4 Reviews

Supiah N Razak, Singapore

It's a rewarding experience for us since we able to visit the tomb of Imam Bukhari Overall the trip was worth it the hotel rooms excellent and the travel guide Mr Bek is a professional.

Norjannah Haron, Indonesia

Special thanks to Shukur of Orient Mice in planning the itinerary of 8 days/7 nights trip to Uzbekistan. Our group had such great fun and departed with beautiful memories of your Country. Thank you to Ulugbek Qodirov, our Tour Guide who had great knowledge of the Country and had really taken care of our group till our departure at the Airport. Read more

Zainab Haron, Singapore

We would like to thank Orient Mice and Al-fattah travel for the wonderful experience in Uzbekistan. We are thankful to be able to view the beauty of Uzbekistan accompanied by the history told by the tour guide. We were fortunate to experience the home visit and taste home cooked food from the locals. Special thanks to Ulugbek our tour guide who was always asking about our welfare. He kept us entertained with his jokes and songs and saw to our prayer needs. Thank you very much. One suggestion is to use a bus with WC for long drive. Read more

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