Blue Tiles & Desert Sands: The Heart of Central Asia Expedition

Tashkent, Urgench, Khiva, Bukhara, Gijduvan, Samarkand,,

$1,903.00

Adventure, Cultural & Nature, Luxury, Family-friendly, Historical, Exclusive Experience, and Muslim-Friendly

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Tour Synopsis

Step back in time on this 8-day Silk Road tour through Uzbekistan. Discover the open-air museum of Khiva, the spiritual heart of Bukhara, and the majestic Registan Square in Samarkand. From the world’s oldest Quran to the modern Tashkent Metro, experience a perfect blend of UNESCO heritage and Central Asian culture.

Tour Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrival in Tashkent
• Welcome to Uzbekistan: Meet your guide and transfer to your hotel to rest before your grand Silk Road journey begins.
• Day 2: Tashkent – Urgench – Khiva
• Ichan-Qala Exploration: Fly to Urgench and enter the "inner city" of Khiva. Marvel at the Kunya-Ark fortress and the stunning tilework of Tash Khouvli palace.
• Day 3: Khiva – Bukhara (Desert Drive)
• Kizilkum Sands: Experience the vastness of the Kizilkum Desert and catch views of the mighty Amu Darya River during your scenic transfer to Bukhara.
• Day 4: Bukhara City Tour
• The Town Museum: Step into the 4th-century Citadel Ark and admire the architectural perfection of the Samanids' mausoleum and the towering Kalon Minaret.
• Day 5: Bukhara – Gijduvan – Samarkand
• Ceramic Artistry: Visit a private pottery workshop in Gijduvan to learn the secrets of 6th-generation master potters before arriving in Samarkand.
• Day 6: Samarkand Heritage
• Jewels of Tamerlane: Stand in awe at Registan Square and walk through the turquoise necropolis of Shakhi-Zindeh, a true masterpiece of Islamic art.
• Day 7: Samarkand – Tashkent (Train)
• Stars and Bazaars: Visit Ulughbek’s 15th-century observatory and the bustling Siab Bazaar before catching a comfortable train back to the capital.
• Day 8: Tashkent Sightseeing – Departure
• The Modern Capital: Ride the ornate Tashkent Metro and view the world’s oldest Quran at the Hast Imam complex before your departure flight home.

Hotel:
• Hilton (Tashkent)
• Emirkhan / Hilton Garden (Samarkand)
• Ark Bukhara / Wyndham (Bukhara)
• Said Islam / Farovon (Khiva)

Take Note

• Domestic Flight Booking: The flight from Tashkent to Urgench is essential for this itinerary and should be booked in advance as seats fill quickly.
• Desert Journey: The drive from Khiva to Bukhara crosses the Kizilkum Desert (440 km); we recommend carrying snacks and a travel pillow for comfort.
• Modest Dress Code: When visiting religious sites like the Hast Imam Complex and Poi Kalon, please ensure shoulders and knees are covered.
• Train Tickets: High-speed train tickets for the Samarkand-Tashkent route are subject to availability; standard trains may be used if bullet trains are sold out.
• Oldest Quran Viewing: Access to the Othman Quran in Tashkent is subject to the complex's opening hours and religious observances.

What's Included

• Accommodation at mentioned hotels on double share basis
• Transportation in comfortable A/C vehicles with professional drivers
• Breakfasts at the hotels
• Economy class train tickets (Samarkand - Tashkent)
• Daily two bottles of 0.5l water per person
• Escort English-speaking guide for the entire tour
• Entrance fees to mentioned sights per program

What's Excluded

• Visa consular fees and processing expenses
• Tashkent - Urgench flight ticket (from $90 pp)
• International air tickets
• Travel Insurance
• Lunch and Dinner supplements
• Photo and video charges at historical sites

Blue Tiles & Desert Sands: The Heart of Central Asia Expedition

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$1,903.00

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