Прибытие в Ташкент на 6:35 AM.

Departure for the first discovery of the country’s capital:

• Khast Imam architectural complex, which includes the mausoleum of Kaffal Shashiy, Barak Khan madrasah, и three mosques.
• One of these madrasahs houses the oldest Quran in the Muslim world.
• Посетите Базар Чорсу.

After lunch, departure for Hayat village (270 km). Arrival and homestay accommodation.

Dinner and overnight stay with a local family.

Завтрак.

Hayat is a village located on the edge of a protected reserve, home to various wild animals such as lynxes, mouflons, and wild goats. It is a typical village с flat-roofed houses, flower gardens, и fruit trees like walnut, apricot, and mulberry trees.

We explore Hayat and the surrounding mountains on foot.

Picnic lunch.

Отправление в Oxum village, located in the Nurata mountain range. Time to discover this beautiful traditional village.

Dinner and overnight stay with a local family.

Завтрак.

Отправление в Sentyab village (7 km) to experience the lifestyle of mountain villagers.

Lunch.

We take a hike (1h 30 min) around the village, following the Sentab Soy River, which flows through the canyon. Along the way, we discover several petroglyphs, the oldest of which is over 900 years old.

We then explore the mountains surrounding the canyon, where we may spot wild horses, eagles, and partridges.

Dinner and overnight stay with a local family.

Завтрак.

We set off on foot, crossing beautiful gardens on our way to the Fazilman Valley (1,640m), a vast expanse surrounded by mountain peaks.

Along the way, we visit ancient petroglyphs and stone kurgans.

We then reach Lake Fazilman, a small lake covered in reeds, and set up our camp in Shepherd’s Gorge, a lush green valley near Mount Fazilman.

Picnic lunch.

Free time in the afternoon. For those interested, an optional 2-hour ascent to Mount Fazilman (1,833m) is available.

Dinner at the campsite.

Завтрак.

We begin the day with a 2 to 2.5-hour ascent к 2035m pass, после чего 2.5 to 3-hour descent к village of Sob, where our transport awaits.

From there, we drive to Aydarkul Safari Camp, where we settle into traditional yurts.

In the afternoon, we take a walk along the shore of Lake Aydarkul, with an opportunity for swimming.

Dinner at the camp.

Overnight in yurts.

Завтрак.

We depart for Бухара, making several cultural stops along the way:

• Посещение Chashma Complex в Нурата, which includes the ruins of Alexander the Great’s fortress and a sacred spring.
• Stop in Гиждуван to visit a ceramic workshop, where artisans continue the centuries-old tradition of Uzbek pottery.

Прибытие в Бухара and check-in at the hotel.

Ужин.

Ночь в Бухаре.

Завтрак.

Start your guided tour из Бухара, one of the oldest cities in Central Asia, with a history stretching back over 2,500 years. This UNESCO-listed city was a major center of Islamic culture, trade, and scholarship along the Silk Road.

Sightseeing highlights:

• Мечеть и минарет Калон - The highest minaret in Bukhara, standing at 48 meters, once served as a lighthouse for caravans.
• Mir-i-Arab Madrasah (16th century) – A still-functioning Islamic school with stunning blue domes.
• Ulugh Beg & Abdulaziz Khan Madrasahs – Two contrasting madrasahs from different eras, showcasing elegant Persian architecture.
• Крепость Ковчег – The ancient Резиденция бухарских эмиров, a city within a city.
• Мавзолей Исмаила Самани - Один из oldest surviving Islamic mausoleums (10th century), famous for its unique brickwork patterns.
• Мавзолей Чашма Аюб – Named after the Пророк Иов, believed to have miraculously brought forth a sacred spring here.

Ужин.
Ночь в Бухаре.

Завтрак.

Отправляйтесь в Шахрисабз, the birthplace of the great conqueror Тамерлан (Амир Тимур). This ancient city, over 2,500 years old, is home to impressive architectural monuments from the Timurid era.

City tour of Shakhrisabz:

• Дворец Ак-Сарай – Timur’s once-grand summer residence, known for its massive entrance arch and elaborate tilework.
• Dorus-Saodat Complex – home to Timur’s intended tomb and the mausoleum of his eldest son.
• Dorut-Tilavat Complex – resting place of Timur’s father and spiritual mentor, featuring exquisite Timurid architecture.

Evening: Drive to Ayaktchi village, where you will experience authentic Uzbek rural life.

Ужин.
Overnight at a local homestay.

Завтрак.

Today, we begin our trekking adventure from Ayaktchi village (650 m) towards the Albastykoul Lake (1,150 m). Это 6-hour hike will take us through picturesque valleys, rugged terrain, and scenic landscapes, offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

After a picnic lunch, we continue our journey, passing through the Tchakatache Pass (1,250 m). From here, we descend towards the upper reaches of the Ayaktchidarya River, surrounded by untouched wilderness and alpine scenery.

By the evening, we arrive at Sholipoya (1,200 m), where we set up camp. Enjoy a traditional dinner under the stars, experiencing the peacefulness of the Uzbek mountains.

Overnight in tents.

Завтрак.

Departure for a 7-hour hike через Uzbek mountains towards the village of Tersak. We cross the Tchimbay Pass (1,750 m), offering spectacular panoramic views of the valley below.

After crossing the pass, we begin a gradual descent towards Tersak (1,245 m), a charming village nestled at the foot of the mountains.

Upon arrival, we settle in at a French teacher’s home, where we will have the opportunity to exchange insights about the culture and daily life of the local people.

Dinner and overnight stay with a host family.

From the village, we drive to a pilgrimage site revered by Muslims, Jews, and Christians, nestled in the mountains.

To reach Saint David’s Cave, we climb 1,300 steps, rewarded with breathtaking views and a sacred atmosphere.

Return to Samarkand.

Dinner and overnight stay in Samarkand.

Breakfast in Samarkand.

City tour of Samarkand’s landmarks:

• Мавзолей Гур-э-Амир - в династическая гробница of the Timurids (15th century).
• Площадь Регистан - в историческое сердце of the city.
• Bibi-Khanum Madrasa, built in honor of Timur’s beloved wife, Saray Mulk.
• Комплекс "Шахи Зинда, where the Гробница двоюродного брата пророка Мухаммада is located.

High-speed train to Tashkent.

Farewell banquet.

Overnight stay in Tashkent.

Transfer to the airport for the return flight home.