Uzbek Tour 7
Uzbek Tour 7
Duration of tour: 7 days
Destination: Uzbekistan
Highlights: Tashkent - Termez - Shahrisabs - Samarkand - Bukhara - Tashkent
Day 1: Tashkent
On Uzbek Tour 7, you will have the city tour and visit Independence square. It is dedicated to the victory over fascism in World War II. On the way we will visit the local Broadway and see the famous Tashkent metro where the first line was opened in 1977. The old part of the city which includes as Chorsu Bazaar, Kukaldash Madrasah and Hast Imam complex that involves of several madrasahs, mosques and mausoleum. Don't miss to take the Othman Quran. It is the world's oldest Quran copy found in the 8th century. Night is in a hotel.
Day 2: Tashkent - Termez
The morning will start by having a flight to Termez. It is one of the ancient cities of Central Asia, with shiny manifold cultural layers showed in remnants of historical sites. The national inheritance that was advanced from the beginning of the city was totally demolished by Genghis-Khan in 1220. On arrival, you will have a sightseeing tour that includes: Archeological museum, Fayaztepa, Mausoleum of Hakim at Termezi, Buddhist Stupa Zurmala, Mausoleum Sultan Saodat, Honako Kokaldor Ota, Nunnery Kirk Kiz, Jarkurgan's Minaret, Dalverzintepa archeological dig. Overnight is in a hotel.
Day 3: Termez - Shahrisabs - Samarkand
Having a hearty breakfast, we will travel to the birthplace of Amir Timur. It is the town of Shahrisabs. On arrival you will have the city tour. First to all, you will visit incredible beautiful Ak Saray Palace, built by Amir Timur. On the main portal of the Palace was written: "If you want to learn more about our power, look at our buildings". The tour will be continued seeing the Jahongir mausoleum, dedicated to the eldest son of Amir Timur, who lost his love in fight when he was twenty years old. When his son died, the leader has mourned for a long time. In the end of day, we will see the Dorus Siadat and Dorus Tillavat memorial multiplexes where all progenies and relatives of Amir Timur were buried. We drive to Samarkand. Night is in a hotel.
Day 4: Bukhara
The city tour in Bukhara. It is important to visit one of the most ancient citadel in Bukhara of the 4th century - Citadel Ark. It united several dynasties of Bukhara Empire. Later on we will see Samanids mausoleum. This outstanding structure built in the 9th -10th century. Then the tour continues to Chashma Ayub, meaning Job's well and Bolo Hauz mosque, where travelers will see the mosque of forty columns dedicated to the Bukhara governor Abu Fayud Khan. On the way you will see souvenir shops and see the famous madrasahs of Bukhara as Nodir Divan Begi (Lyabi House Ensemble). In the end of day, we will visit the Poi Kalon complex and enjoy seeing three structures built in the 12th - 16th centuries as Kalon minaret, Kalon mosque and Mir Arab Madrasah. Transfer to a hotel for rest.
Day 5: Bukhara - Samarkand
We are glad to present the city tour of Bukhara. It is better to visit the Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex. It is located in few kilometers from Bukhara. It is a monument of famous Sufi Leader and Philosopher. This place is considered to be one of the Muslim pilgrimage places for all people of Islamic world. Sheikh Bakhauddin Nakshbandi was one of the divine masters of Amir Timur. On tours, travelers will admire mosques of Kushbegi and Muzafarohana, courtyard with pool, madrasah, and burial vault of Bukhara rulers and Dakhma on the tomb of Saint Bakhauddin Nakshbandi. Return to Samarkand. Overnight is in a hotel.
Day 6: Samarkand - Tashkent
Samarkand is the heart of Uzbekistan and situated in the valley of the river Zerafshan. It is the second largest city of Uzbekistan with the same age as Babylon or Rome. On arrival, you will have the city tour and visit the Registan square, Shakhi Zindeh, Mausoleum Guri Emir and Bibi Khanum Mosque. Registan Square is one of the most visited places on tours which has three charming Madrasahs found in the 15-17th centuries. Shakhi Zindeh id famous for its big collection of mausoleums dating back to 11th-15 centuries (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Bibi Khanum Mosque was built in honor of beloved Tamerlane's wife, after his luck journey in India. In the evening is train to Tashkent. Rest.
Day 7: Tashkent - Flight
Transfer to airport. Thank you for Uzbek Tour 7.
Transport:
02 pax - Sedan
04-06 pax - Minivan
08-10 pax - Minibus
Price per person:
02 pax - 640 $
04 pax - 495 $
06 pax - 455 $
08 pax - 430 $
10 pax - 410 $
Single - 80 $
Early check-in - 35 $
Single early check-in - 55 $
*Half board - 50 $
*Full board - 90 $
*Entrance fees - 65 $ available with escort guide only
UZ - local 230 $ or escort 410 $ per group
Flight Tashkent - Termez - from 60 $ per person
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Tashkent - "Tourist Inn" Hotel 3*
Termez - "Asson" Hotel 3*
Samarkand - "Ideal" Hotel 3*
Bukhara - "Old City" Hotel 3*
- Mineral water during the tour
- Train tickets Samarkand - Tashkent
Service does not include:
- Visa
- Full board
- Travel insurance
- English speaking guide
- Entrances to all museums
