Wendy Wu Ultimate Uzbekistan

Samarkand
Explore this ancient city, famous for its architecture

Bukhara
See the historic walls of the Ark Fortress

Khiva
Admire the architecture of Itchan Kala, Khiva’s walled inner city

Tashkent
Wander through the Chorsu Bazaar in Tashkent, alive with colourful stalls and local traders

Days 1-2: Fly to Tashkent
Fly overnight to Tashkent. After checking into your hotel, the rest of the day is at leisure.
(Dinner)

Day 3: Discover Tashkent
Explore the city today, beginning in the old town. Here you’ll see Barak Khana Seminary, TilShaikh mosqure and their archives. Then, continue to Chorsu bazaar and Kukeldash Madrassah. Attend a ceramics workshop followed by a tea ceremony. Finally, visit Amir Temur square and the famous metro.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 4: Journey to Khiva
This morning, fly to Nukus. Here, visit the Igor Savitskiy Museum, home to a fine collection of Soviet era art. In the afternoon, drive to Khiva. Along the way, visit Chalpik Kala, an ancient Zoroastrian funerary site and Toprak Kala, the ancient town of Khorezm.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 5: Itchan Kala
Head inside Itchan Kala, Uzbekistan’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you’ll explore the Kukhna Ark Fortress, the turquoise Islom-Khodja Minaret and the Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum. Later, visit Madrassah Rakhimkhon, the Kalta Minor Minaret and Tash Hauli Palace. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Khoresmian folklore perfomance.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 6: Across the Kyzyl Kum Desert
Travel across the Kyzyl Kum Desert, along the ancient Silk Road. Enjoy photo stopes and a visit to the Amudarya River. Arrive in Bukhara this afternoon.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 7: Bukhara
Discover Bukhara’s historic centre, from Lab-i-Khauz to iconic madrassahs and the Poi Kalon complex. Enjoy lunch with a suzani master, then visit the Ark Fortress and key sites, ending at Hunarmand workshops to see traditional crafts.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 8: Bukhara to Samarkand
Continue sightseeing of Bukhara with an out-of-town excursion to visit the Sitora-i-Mokhikhosa, the summer residence of the former emir. In the afternoon transfer to the railway station for the train to Samarkand.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 9: Samarkand
Explore Samarkand’s highlights, from Registan Square and its madrassahs to Tamerlane’s Gur Emir and Bibi-Khanum Mosque. Browse the Silk Road bazaar, visit Shahi Zinda, and finish with a winery tour and tasting.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 10: Shakhrisabz
Travel to Shakhrisabz, the birthplace of conqueror Amir Timur. Explore the city’s highlights, including the ruins of Ak-Sarai Palace, Dorus-Tilavat cemetery, and Kok-Gumbas Mosque, before returning to Samarkand in the afternoon.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 11: Samarkand to Tashkent
Today, visit Ulugbek’s observatory and the ancient settlement of Afrosiab. After, enjoy some free time to shop in Samarkand before continuing by train to Tashkent.
(Breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 12: Fly to UK
Check out after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your flight.
(Breakfast)

The Art of Uzbek Ceramics
Visit the workshop of the Rakhimov family and discover the rich history of Uzbek ceramics. Explore their unique collection of exquisite pieces and traditional techniques brought to life.

A Toast of Samarkand
Enjoy a wine tasting a Bagizagan Winery in Samarkand, sampling a selection of local vintages. Explore the wine museum and learn about the region’s rich history of winemaking.

Discover the heart of the Bazaar
Step into Uzbekistan’s bustling bazaars, full of vibrant colours, rich aromas and lively chatter. Admire the vast array of stalls full of handmade crafts and local delicacies.

• Return flights & transfers
• 10nts in 3+/4* accommodation
• All meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners
• Touring with guides and entrance fees
• Domestic transportation

Classic
These tours are designed for those who wish to see the iconic sites and magnificent treasures of Japan on an excellent value group tour whilst travelling with like-minded people. The tours are on a fully-inclusive basis so you’ll travel with the assurance that all your arrangements are taken care of. You will be accompanied by our dedicated  and  professional  National  Escorts  and  local  guides,  whose  unparalleled  knowledge  will  turn  your holiday into an unforgettable experience.

The maximum number of people per group for this tour is 28

This tour has a physical rating of 1. A reasonable level of fitness is required. Expect to be on your feet for most of the day walking around sights, often including steps and getting on and off coaches, trains, or boats. Occasional longer walks may be included.

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