Arrival in Tashkent at 07:35, with a layover in Istanbul.
Check-in at the hotel, followed by breakfast.

After some rest, start exploring Tashkent’s highlights:

• Khast Imam Square, famous for its 7th-century Quran manuscript
• Chorsu Bazaar, a vibrant traditional market

Lunch break (at your own expense), then continue the tour:

• Independence Square
• Amir Timur Square

Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

Flight to Termez at 13:30. Upon arrival, transfer and check-in at the hotel.

Afternoon excursions:

• Termez Archaeological Museum – Home to unique artifacts showcasing the history and culture of the region.
• Kirk Kiz Palace – A 9th-century structure offering a glimpse into the region’s ancient architecture and history.

Overnight at the hotel

After breakfast, head to the Zurmala Tower, an impressive Buddhist stupa from the Kushan era.

Other visits include:

• Fayaz Tepa – A Buddhist monastery dating back to the 2nd-3rd centuries.
• Kara Tepa – If security conditions allow, visit this monastic complex near the Afghan border.
• Ancient city of Ayritam – A fascinating archaeological site from the Kushan Empire (1st-3rd century AD).
• Mausoleum of Saint Hakim-i Termizi – An important pilgrimage site.
• Sultan Saadat Necropolis – A remarkable burial site for the region’s nobles and saints.

Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Darband.

• Visit the Darband Gorges and enjoy a scenic walk along the mountain cliffs.
• Stop at the Khudjamaykhona natural spring.
• Transfer to the picturesque Sairob village to admire its ancient plane trees.
• Explore the red canyons of Tangisara and visit Padang village.
• Discover the juniper forest and the stunning Zaurboshi Gorges.
• Transfer to Boysun, a region known for its rich cultural heritage.
• Visit the Art Suzane Craft Center, famous for its traditional embroidery.

Meals: Breakfast at the hotel / Lunch / Dinner with a local family
Overnight at a local homestay

Breakfast at the homestay.
Depart for Shakhrisabz (189 km, ~3h), the birthplace of Tamerlane.

Sightseeing in Shakhrisabz:

• Aksarai Palace (The White Palace), Tamerlane’s grand summer residence.
• Dorus Saodat Complex (The Abode of Power), an important Timurid dynasty mausoleum.
• Dorut Tilovat Complex (The Abode of Reflection), a spiritual and educational center.

Lunch break.

Continue to Samarkand (120 km, ~2h).
Upon arrival, hotel check-in.

Meals: Breakfast at the hotel / Lunch free / Dinner at a restaurant
Overnight at the hotel

As Amin Maalouf once said, “Samarkand, the most beautiful face that the Earth has ever turned towards the sun.”

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a guided city tour:

• Ulugh Beg Observatory, one of the most advanced astronomical centers of the 15th century.
• Shakhi Zinda Complex, a stunning necropolis that houses the tomb of Prophet Muhammad’s cousin.
• Bibi-Khanym Madrasah, a magnificent structure built by Tamerlane in honor of his beloved wife.
• Siab Bazaar, a bustling local market offering spices, dried fruits, and traditional sweets.

Lunch break.

• Registan Square, the architectural heart of Samarkand, home to the iconic Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilla-Kari madrasahs.
• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the final resting place of Tamerlane, adorned with intricate blue domes and mosaics.

Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel, then departure for the Aydarkul for a unique camping safari.

• Arrival at the yurt camp, a traditional nomadic settlement.
• Camel ride across the desert landscapes.
• Visit to Lake Aydarkul, an oasis in the middle of the steppe.
• Swimming in the lake, depending on weather conditions.
• Return to the yurt camp for relaxation.

Evening program:

• Dinner under the stars, surrounded by the tranquility of the desert.
• Traditional Kazakh songs by the fire, immersing in nomadic culture.

Overnight at the yurt camp

Breakfast at the yurt camp, then departure for Bukhara via Nurata.

Visit to the Wall of Alexander the Great and the water reservoir with sacred fish.
Stop at the caravanserai Rabat-i-Malik and the Sardoba water reservoir.

On the way, visit Gijduvan to explore the workshop of master ceramist Abdullo Narzullaev.
Excursion to the Ceramics Museum and pottery workshop, followed by a discovery of traditional silk embroidery.

Continuation to Bukhara. Arrival and check-in at the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by the start of the city tour:
• Ismail Samani Mausoleum, the oldest monument in Bukhara, dating back to the 10th century.
• Chashma Ayub Mausoleum, linked to the Prophet Job.
• Bolo-Khauz Mosque.
• Ark Fortress, the residence of Bukhara’s rulers.
• Medieval trading domes from the 16th century.
• Kalon Mosque and Minaret, the tallest in Bukhara.
• Mir Arab Madrasah, a still-active 16th-century Islamic school.
• Ulughbek and Abdulazizkhan Madrasahs.
• Lyabi Khauz Complex.

Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by the continuation of the Bukhara tour:
• Bakhouddin Naqshband Complex, dedicated to the founder of the Naqshbandi Sufi order.
• Sitorai Mokhi Khosa Palace, the summer residence of the Emir of Bukhara.
• Chor Minor Madrasah.
• Chor Bakr Complex.

Overnight at the hotel

Bukhara – Khiva

Breakfast at the hotel, then departure for Khiva, a city of Oriental tales with over 2,500 years of history.
Lunch en route. Arrival in Khiva in the evening and check-in at the hotel.
Dinner with a folklore show.

Overnight at the hotel

The inner city, known as Itchan-Kala, offers an immersion into a Central Asian city as it was in the 19th century.

The main sites include:

• Kunya Ark Palace
• Kalta Minaret
• Mohammed Aminkhan Madrasah
• Mohammed Rakhimkhan II Madrasah
• Pahlawan Mahmoud Complex
• Juma Mosque
• Tash Khovli Palace
• Islam Khodja Madrasah

In the evening, you can climb Ak-Sheikh Tower to enjoy a panoramic view of Khiva.

Breakfast at the hotel / Lunch on your own / Dinner at the restaurant
Overnight at the hotel

Breakfast, then transfer to Urgench for the return flight.