Concise itinerary:

• Arrival in Tashkent

  – Arrive in Tashkent, the vibrant capital of Uzbekistan, where modernity blends with historical grandeur. Upon arrival, proceed to currency exchange at the airport to ensure you have local currency for smaller purchases.
  – Transfer to the hotel (15 minutes)
  – Check-in.
  – Free time to rest and acclimatize to the new environment.
  – Enjoy a welcome dinner at a top local restaurant, featuring traditional Uzbek cuisine, to get a taste of the local flavors.

• Tashkent Exploration

  – City tour of Old Tashkent, visiting Khast-Imam Square, Barak Khan Madrasah, and the mausoleum of Kafal-al-Shashi Mazar.
  – Explore the Chorsu Bazaar, Tashkent’s oldest and most vibrant market.
  – After lunch featuring the famous Tashkent pilaf, continue to Independence Square and Amir Temur Square.
  – Conclude the day with a stroll through the bustling central streets of Tashkent.

• Chimgan and Charvak Day Trip

  Optional day trip. From $70pp
  – Depart for the Ugam-Chatkal National Park.
  – Visit Chimgan Mountains, ascend to the peak via cable car, and hike the “Chukuruksoo” trail.
  – Relax by the Charvak Reservoir, with stops at scenic viewpoints.
  – Return to Tashkent for the night.

• Tashkent to Samarkand by Bullet Train

  – Early morning transfer to the station to board the Afrosiab train to Samarkand.
  – Tour the iconic sights of Samarkand: Registan Square, Gur Emir Mausoleum, Bibi Khanum Mosque, Siab Bazaar, and the Shakhi Zinda Necropolis.
  – Participate in a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Uzbek Plov.
  – Experience a folk show depicting an Uzbek wedding ceremony.

• Samarkand to Bukhara by Train

  – Morning transfer to the train station; travel to Bukhara.
  – Embark on a tour of Bukhara’s historical sites including Lyabi Khauz complex, Poi Kalon complex, Ark fortress, and more.
  – Overnight in Bukhara.

• Exploring Bukhara

  – Continue sightseeing in Bukhara with visits to the Summer Palace of Sitorai Mokhi Khosa and the sacred Naqshbandi Necropolis.
  – Overnight in Bukhara.

• Bukhara to Khiva

  – Morning departure for Khiva across the Kyzyl Kum Desert, tracing the routes of ancient caravans on the Great Silk Road.
  – Overnight in Khiva.

• Discovering Khiva

  – Explore the UNESCO-listed inner town of Khiva, including the Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, Juma Mosque, and Tash Hovli Palace.
  – Visit iconic sites like the Islam Khoja Minaret and the Allakulikhan Caravanserai.
  – Overnight in Khiva.

• Return to Tashkent

  – Transfer to Urgench airport for your flight back to Tashkent.
  – Day at leisure in Tashkent before your departure, with a final farewell dinner celebrating the journey.