MAGIC OF UZBEKISTAN: CLASSIC SILK ROAD JOURNEY

DAY - 1
Arrival in Tashkent
Arrival in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel (check-in from 14:00).
Tashkent is one of the oldest cities in Central Asia, with a history dating back more than 2,000 years. Once an important stop along the Silk Road, today it combines modern architecture with historical landmarks.
Free time to rest and explore the city at your own pace. 🏨 Overnight in Tashkent

DAY - 2
Tashkent City Tour & Transfer to Samarkand
After breakfast, begin your guided tour of Old Tashkent:
• Khast Imam Complex – the spiritual heart of the city, home to historic madrasas and the famous Quran of Caliph Uthman
• Chorsu Bazaar – a vibrant local market filled with spices, fruits, handicrafts, and traditional goods
Enjoy lunch at the famous Besh Qozon Plov Center, where Uzbekistan’s signature dish is prepared in massive traditional cauldrons.
In the afternoon, transfer to Samarkand (approx. 4–5 hours or by train).
Overnight in Samarkand

DAY-3
Samarkand: Jewel of the Silk Road
Discover Samarkand, one of the oldest cities in the world and a legendary center of the Silk Road.
Highlights include:
• Registan Square – the iconic heart of Central Asia, surrounded by three magnificent madrasas
• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum – the resting place of Amir Timur (Tamerlane)
• Bibi-Khanym Mosque – once one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world
• Siab Bazaar – a lively market full of local flavors
• Shah-i-Zinda Complex – a stunning avenue of mausoleums decorated with intricate blue mosaics
• Ulugh Beg Observatory – one of the most advanced astronomical centers of the medieval world Overnight in Samarkand

DAY - 4
Gijduvan & Arrival in Bukhara
After breakfast, depart towards Bukhara.
On the way, stop in Gijduvan, famous for its traditional ceramics. Visit a local artisan family and learn about the ancient techniques of pottery making passed down through generations.
Enjoy a homemade lunch with local specialties in a family setting.
Continue to Bukhara, one of the most important cities of the Silk Road and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Begin a short orientation tour of the old city.
Overnight in Bukhara

DAY - 5
Bukhara: Living History
Explore Bukhara, a city where history is still alive in every street.
Highlights include:
• Samanid Mausoleum – a masterpiece of early Islamic architecture
• Chashma Ayub – a unique site linked to biblical legends
• Bolo Hauz Mosque – known for its elegant wooden columns
• Ark Fortress – an ancient citadel once home to rulers
• Poi Kalyan Complex – featuring the famous Kalyan Minaret
• Lyabi Hauz Ensemble – a charming square surrounded by historic buildings and cafés
• Traditional covered bazaars with local handicrafts
Overnight in Bukhara

DAY - 6
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Bukhara or Tashkent depending on your flight.
End of the tour.
DEPARTURE DATES

19.08.2026-24.08.2026 07.10.2026-12.10.2026
26.08.2026-31.08.2026 14.10.2026-19.10.2026
02.09.2026-07.09.2026 21.10.2026-26.10.2026
09.09.2026-14.09.2026 28.10.2026-02.11.2026
16.09.2026-21.09.2026 04.11.2026-09.11.2026
23.09.2026-28.09.2026 11.11.2026-16.11.2026
30.09.2026-05.10.2026 18.11.2026-23.11.2026