Author's Tour
The author's tour was specially designed for the most active participants, there are no long train journeys, but a huge number of the most interesting excursions have been collected. One of the amazing places is the Institute of the Sun, there are only 2 such complexes in the world, one in our country and the second in France. We also included a visit to a real wine farm in the Tashkent region, where you will have a tour of amazing theme parks, as well as a tasting with the sommelier and acquaintance with the owners of the winery.
The rest of the days will be very busy, we are not in a hurry here, there are 2 sightseeing days in each city, with visits to the most interesting sights. Of course, we have added lunch during excursions to this program, we have carefully selected all the places based on the quality of the food and the thematic atmosphere, as well as the owners of the establishments will meet you everywhere and tell you about local dishes. A pleasant surprise is, of course, two show programs with national dances and music, one will be held in the national Uzbek house, and the second will be in the 16th century madrasah located in the very center of Bukhara, where you will take pictures in national costumes, dance and taste the most delicious dishes prepared with love!
Tour program
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1dayMeeting of the Guests
Meeting at the airport for each guest individually At 18:00, the group gathers in the hotel lobby and transfers to the trendiest and most instagrammatic restaurant in the city, Tandiriy (paid according to the menu) After dinner, walk through Tashkent City Park Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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2dayA journey through Chimgan
Breakfast at the hotel At 08:30 Departure from the hotel to the Parkentsky district to the amazing building "Institute of Solar Physics". Time for inspection. Next, we will go to the Chimgan Mountains to the foot of the Chatkal range of the Tien Shan Mountains and climb the modern Chinarkent cable car to explore the stunning landscapes of the Charvak Reservoir. Lunch will be held in an iconic place called "Barrels", here we will try the national soup "Mastava", juicy kebabs and hot tortillas. After lunch, we will take a walk around the deer farm and get acquainted with its inhabitants. And the eventful day will end with a wine tasting at Uzumfermer, one of the largest wineries in Uzbekistan. Return to Tashkent. Free time. Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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3dayTravel around Tashkent and go to Samarkand
Breakfast at the hotel. At 10:00, meeting with a guide in the hotel lobby, tour of Tashkent We will start our acquaintance with the capital by visiting the old town and its main attractions.; - The Hast-Imam Complex -The Koran Museum, the Workshop of the famous Rakhimov ceramists (here we can take a break, drink fragrant tea with traditional sweets and hear the story of the family and ancient craft firsthand). - Chorsu market (gluttony rows, mini flatbread shop, souvenir shops and Chopan bazaar). For lunch, we will go to the world-famous "Central Asian Pilaf Center" After lunch, we will take a walk through the Amir Timur Square, listen to the history of the Romanov mansion, and get acquainted with the elements of modern architecture. At 17:00, the tour ends and transfer to the railway station for the train to Samarkand. At 18:45-19:00 Departure of the train (Afrosiab or Shark, according to availability at the time of booking). Meeting at the railway station in Samarkand and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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4daySamarkand City Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. At 10:00 a.m. Meeting with the guide and the start of the Samarkand city tour We will visit: - Roman Catholic Church in 1916 (non-stop) - The Ulugbek Observatory, where the preserved part of the sextant of the XV century is still located. (This great scientist devoted his life to science, he was the first to calculate the exact time of the earth's revolution around the sun and built a star map, which was used by the whole world for more than 300 years.) - Shahi Zinda Necropolis (an ensemble of mausoleums of the Samarkand nobility) - Mausoleum of the Prophet Daniel (This prophet ordered to dismember himself after death and place the body parts in different corners of the world, the tombstone itself is an impressive 20 meters) - Mausoleum of Sheikh Abd and Darun Lunch and a master class on cooking Samarkand pilaf and a musical program at the national house "Mubarak Sharipova" (included) - Bibi Khanum Cathedral Mosque (Construction began by order of Amir Timur in 1404, but the construction itself was led by his beloved wife Bibi Khanum, since he was on a campaign. The building far surpassed other buildings, which, according to many sources, angered Amir Timur) - Registan Square of the XV century. (The center of Samarkand since the time of Tamerlane, Ulugbek madrasah, Sher-Dor and Tillya-Kari madrasahs of the XVIII century are located here.) Thanks to craftsmen and architects, they perfectly harmonize and create a unique architectural ensemble. - Mausoleum of Gur-Emir XIV-XV centuries. (tombs of Tamerlane and members of the Timurid dynasty) Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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5daySamarkand trip we are going to Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel 10:00 Continuation of the Samarkand city tour We will visit: - The Great Silk Road Tourist Complex, the new pearl of Central Asia. There is an ethnographic complex "Eternal City", a real Uzbek flavor, workshops, souvenir shops and beautiful architecture. - Konigil village is a real authentic village where you will encounter ancient traditions and crafts. Making paper from mulberry bark, black cumin oil, and various tools that are more than a thousand years old. Lunch in a village where the most authentic Uzbek dishes are prepared from eco-friendly products according to ancient ancestral recipes (included) - Visit carpet and silk factories (you can take part in workshops held here) - Siab Bazaar, where you can see the local flavor, buy souvenirs and bargain with local vendors. (Monday is a day off) - Visit the artisan center (here you will visit a workshop for making suzane, a boutique for sewing stylish clothes from Uzbek fabrics in which you can take pictures, embossing, gold painting on ceramic products, and many others). After the tour ends, transfer to the railway station by Train to Bukhara (fast or high-speed, according to availability at the time of booking). Arrival. Meeting at the railway station and transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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6dayFinal day in Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel At 10:00 meeting with the guide in the lobby of the hotel, the beginning of the tour of Bukhara, We will visit unique historical monuments; - Lyabi House Complex - Kalyan Mosque, Bolo House - Chor Minor Madrasah - Kalyan Minaret - Ark Fortress - Shopping domes Take a break from a walk in a cozy tea shop lost among narrow cobbled streets, here you can taste tea and coffee made according to ancient Bukhara recipes. Lunch will be served at the national cafe located in the old town (set menu) At 17:00, we will finish the day of sightseeing in the oldest mendres of the city, Devon Run, with a national show program. Free evening for dinner and a walk around the city. Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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7dayFinal day in Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel At 10:00 Meeting with a guide, a country tour of the surroundings of Bukhara. We will visit: - The House Museum of the merchant "Fayzula Khodzhayev", the summer residence of the last emir of Bukhara, Sitorai Mokhi Khosa. Mausoleum of the founder of the Sufi order Bahauddin Naqshbandi Lunch will be held at the Uzbek national house of the hereditary Miniature Painter (master class on cooking a national dish) Overnight at the 3 hotel*
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8dayLet's go home!
Breakfast at the hotel (Check-out at 12:00) Transfer to Bukhara airport, or to the place of departure If you plan a return flight from Samarkand or Tashkent, we will help you with the purchase of railway tickets (inform in advance)
Tour Features
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Minimum travel — maximum experience There are no long trips on the tour, which makes the trip comfortable and convenient. You will be able to focus on excursions and enjoy a rich program without wasting time on moving.
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Unique excursions A visit to the Institute of the Sun, one of two similar complexes in the world: A unique scientific facility that exists only in Uzbekistan and France, will leave an unforgettable impression. Excursion to the winery in the Tashkent region: Familiarization with the wine production process under the guidance of experts. Wine tasting with the participation of a professional sommelier. A visit to theme parks and a personal meeting with the owners of the winery.
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2 days of guided tours in each city You will spend 2 full sightseeing days in each city to get to know its history and culture as deeply as possible. The program includes: Visits to key attractions. Get to know the local culture through communication with the residents and participation in traditional events.
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Gastronomic delight Dining during excursions: The restaurants are carefully selected based on the quality of the food and the authentic atmosphere. You will be greeted by the owners of the establishments, who will tell you about the secrets of local dishes. The opportunity to taste the national cuisine and the most popular Uzbek dishes.
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Unforgettable show programs Two vibrant national show programs with dancing, music and traditional costumes: The first program will be held at the national Uzbek house, where you will feel real oriental hospitality. The second program will take place in a 16th-century madrasah in the center of Bukhara: The unique atmosphere of an ancient building. The opportunity to be photographed in national costumes. A delicious dinner made with love.
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Immersion in culture and traditions The tour includes an introduction to: Historical monuments. The art of national dances, music and cooking. An oriental flavor that you will feel in every element of the journey.