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Experience the fascinating diversity of Uzbekistan on an unforgettable 10-day round trip along the legendary Silk Road. Discover the magnificent cities of Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand, whose millennia-old history, majestic architecture, and oriental charm will transport you back in time.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of the bazaars, admire the intricate mosaics of madrasahs and mosques, and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Uzbek people. A special highlight is the overnight stay in a yurt camp in the Kyzylkum Desert, where you can experience the magic of the starry sky and traditional nomadic culture up close.
This journey combines culture, history, and nature into a truly unique experience – perfect for anyone wishing to discover the authentic essence of Uzbekistan.
Experience the highlights of the Silk Road: vibrant bazaars, magnificent mosques, and fascinating old towns. Includes hotels, breakfast, transfers, train journeys, and a German-speaking tour guide.
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent Airport on flight HY-236 from Munich (20:05, Fridays only).
Meet and greet, followed by transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 2
Tashkent – Urgench (flight) – Khiva (30 km)
City tour of Tashkent: Khast-Imam Complex, Chorsu Bazaar.
Flight HY-55 (13:00–14:30) to Urgench, transfer to Khiva, and start of the sightseeing tour of Itchan-Kala.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 3
Khiva
Full-day sightseeing tour: Kalta Minor, Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, Kunya Ark, Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah, Juma Mosque and Minaret, Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, Islam Khodja Madrasah, Tosh Hovli Palace, Allakuli Khan Madrasah, and Caravanserai.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 4
Khiva – Bukhara (480 km, approx. 8 hours)
Drive through the Kyzylkum Desert to Bukhara. Alternatively – if available – flight to Bukhara.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 5
Bukhara
Full-day city tour (as in the 8-day program). In the evening, enjoy a folklore show (if available).
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 6
Bukhara – Gijduvan – Nurata – Yangikazgan (yurt camp)
Drive to Gijduvan (visit to a local pottery family). On the way: ruins of the Rabat Malik Caravanserai.
Continue to Nurata (holy spring “Chashma-i-Ayub”; mosque from the 8th century; ruins of two ancient fortresses).
Arrival at the yurt camp in Yangikazgan. Short camel ride at the camp (approx. 10 minutes). Overnight stay in yurts (4–5 people per yurt).
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel, dinner at the yurt camp.
Day 7
Yangikazgan – Aydarkul Lake – Samarkand (345 km, approx. 5 hours)
Visit to Aydarkul Lake with the opportunity to swim. After lunch, continue to Samarkand. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch at the yurt camp.
Day 8
Samarkand
Full-day sightseeing tour: Gur-Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Siyob Bazaar, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 9
Samarkand – Shakhrisabz – Samarkand – Tashkent (high-speed train)
Drive over the Takhtakaracha Pass to the birthplace of Amir Temur. Sightseeing: Ak-Saray Palace, Dorut Saodat Complex (Khazrati Imam Mosque), Jahongir Mausoleum, and Dorut Tilovat (Gumbazi Seyidon, Kok Gumbaz).
Further visits: Afrosiyob Museum, Ulugbek Observatory, and the Konigil Silk Paper Center.
In the evening, take the Afrosiyob high-speed train (17:32–19:48) to Tashkent. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast at the hotel.
Day 10
Tashkent – Departure
Transfer to the airport for flight HY-235 to Munich (05:25, Sundays only).
Meals: No breakfast.
- Accommodation in double/twin rooms (shared room)
- Daily breakfast
- Entrance fees according to the program and porter service at the hotels
- German-speaking tour guide throughout the trip
- All local taxes including tourist fee
- City map/overview of Uzbekistan
- Mineral water (0.5 L per person per day)
- Folklore show at the Nadir Devonbegi Madrasah in Bukhara (if available)
- Train journeys: Bukhara–Samarkand & Samarkand–Tashkent with Afrosiyob (Y-class)
- Air-conditioned transportation according to group size (car/minivan/minibus/bus)
- International and unspecified domestic flights
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks not included in the mentioned services
- Lunches and dinners (unless otherwise stated)
- Tips and personal expenses
- Porterage outside the hotels, visa and passport fees
- Services not expressly listed under “Included Services”
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