The Architectural Gems of the Stans: 10 Days Khiva, Merv, and Samarkand
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Mary, Ashgabat, Dashoguz, Kunya Urgench, Khiva, Urgench,
Adventure, Cultural & Nature, Family-friendly, Historical, Exclusive Experience, and Muslim-Friendly
Starting from
$3,188.00

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tashkent
• Smooth Arrival: Enjoy a private meet-and-greet at Tashkent international airport followed by a comfortable transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: Tashkent – Samarkand (Train)
• Timeless Samarkand: Marvel at the architectural perfection of Registan Square and the turquoise-domed Shakhi-Zindeh necropolis.
• The Conqueror’s Tomb: Visit the Guri Emir Mausoleum and the grand Bibi Khanum Mosque.
Day 3: Samarkand – Bukhara (Train)
• Scientific History: Explore Ulughbek’s 15th-century observatory and visit a unique handmade carpet factory to see master weavers at work.
• Evening Transit: Depart Samarkand via train for the holy city of Bukhara.
Day 4: Fascinating Bukhara
• Medieval Citadel: Visit the 4th-century Citadel Ark and the Samanids Mausoleum, a masterpiece of 9th-century architecture.
• Old City Charm: Walk through the shopping domes, visit the Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble, and stand beneath the iconic Kalon Minaret.
Day 5: Bukhara – Mary
• Desert Odyssey: Cross into Turkmenistan via the Farab border and traverse the Kara Kum Desert, one of the world's largest black sand deserts.
• City Walk: Enjoy a guided evening walking tour in the central part of Mary City.
Day 6: Ancient Merv – Five Urban Centers
• Silk Road Hub: Explore Ancient Merv, a UNESCO site once serving as a major Silk Road capital under the Seljuks.
• Fifth Center of Civilization: Visit Gonur Depe to see archaeological discoveries rivaling Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt.
Day 7: Mary – Ashgabat (Flight)
• White Marble Capital: Fly to Ashgabat and visit Old Nisa, the ancient sanctuary of Parthian Kings.
• Akhal-Teke Horses: Visit a horse farm to see the "Heavenly Horses" of Turkmenistan and enjoy a traditional tea party and folk show.
Day 8: Ashgabat – Kunya Urgench – Khiva
• Architectural Giants: Fly to Dashoguz and visit Kunya Urgench to see the highest minaret in Central Asia.
• Overland to Khiva: Cross back into Uzbekistan to reach the living museum city of Khiva.
Day 9: Khiva – Tashkent
• Ichan-Qala Heritage: Explore the walled inner city of Khiva, featuring the Kunya-Ark fortress and the stunning Kalta Minor minaret.
• Return to Capital: Take an evening flight from Urgench back to Tashkent.
Day 10: Tashkent Sightseeing & Departure
• Modern & Ancient Capital: Visit Independence Square and ride the famous Tashkent Metro.
• Sacred Relics: View the 8th-century Othman Quran at the Hast Imam complex before your final transfer to the airport.


Hotel:
• Tashkent – Han Palace
• Bukhara – Edem Plaza
• Samarkand – Samaria
• Khiva – Arkanchi
• Mary – Margush
• Ashgabat – Ak Altyn

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