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Uzbekistan Discovered
12 days, Tashkent to Tashkent
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From the remarkable mosques and Soviet architecture of Tashkent to the ancient capital of Khiva, follow the legendary Silk Road through the exotic best of Uzbekistan. Indulge in steamy marble hammams, roam the twisting lanes of ancient bazaars and explore the monuments and minarets of Samarkand. Your CEO will lead the way, taking care of the hassles and leaving you free to explore a land rich in culture and history. For a great taste of enigmatic Uzbekistan, this 12-day adventure serves up only the best.
12 days
Tashkent to Tashkent
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Trip Code: AUUK
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Tashkent
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Tashkent
Take an included sightseeing tour of the city with a local guide before free time to explore. Opt to visit the history museum, fine arts museum, mosques, and bazaars.
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BreakfastDay 3Tashkent/Samarkand
Travel on to Samarkand. Take an orientation walk and opt to visit the Amir Timur Mausoleum.
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BreakfastDay 4Samarkand
Enjoy a city tour and visit to the Registan. Opt to check out the Guri Amir Mausoleum, Tomb of the Prophet Daniel, and the Registan minarets.
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BreakfastDay 5Samarkand/Sentyab
Travel to rural Uzbekistan for a homestay in Sentyab village. On the way, visit the remains of Alexander the Great's fortress and Chashma Holy Spring.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Sentyab/Bukhara
Travel to Bukhara, one of the most charming cities in the country. Opt to visit the old city bazaars, have dinner with a local family, or visit a traditional hammam (bathhouse).
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BreakfastDay 7Bukhara
We take a half-day guided walk around the beautifully restored mosques, madrassas, and covered markets that make up the Old City.
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BreakfastDay 8Bukhara/Khiva
Enjoy a full day's travel through the desert to reach UNESCO-listed Khiva. Spend the evening getting to know the place.
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BreakfastDay 9Khiva
Enjoy a guided tour of the city with free time to experience the local life. Opt to browse the shops, wander the lanes, examine handmade silk rugs, or sit in a café in this ancient historical town.
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BreakfastDay 10Khiva/Ayaz Qala
Explore the remains of ancient Khorezm by visiting Toprak Qala and Ayaz Qala. Stay in yurts near Ayaz Qala and take an optional camel ride.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Ayaz Qala/Tashkent
Drive to Nukus for a short tour of the city before an afternoon flight back to Tashkent.
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BreakfastDay 12Tashkent
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Ayaz Qala
- Tashkent guided walking tour
- Samarkand city tour
- Homestay in a mountainside village
- Bukhara city tour
- Khiva ancient city tour
- Toprak Qala and Ayaz Qala visit
- Yurt stay
- Internal flight
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (9 nts), homestay (1 nt), traditional yurt (1 nt, multi-share).
Meals
11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
Allow USD325-425 for meals not included.
Transportation
Local bus, air-con bus, plane.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.