Uzbekistan Adventure
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Tour Overview
Join an adventure through Uzbekistan and uncover ancient Silk Road cities filled with mosques, mausoleums and markets that are a feast for the senses. On this nine-day trip, you’ll follow in the footsteps of traders and pilgrims, starting and ending in the nation’s capital – Tashkent. Spend two days exploring UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bukhara – the best-preserved example of a medieval city in Central Asia. Walk in the shadows of ancient, blue-tiled buildings, sleep in a yurt under thousands of stars in the Kyzylkum Desert and spend an evening at a homestay with a family in the Nuratau Mountains.
Trip Code: KFSA
Start
Tashkent
End
Tashkent
Destination
Uzbekistan
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Metro, Train
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Yurt Camp (1 night), Homestay (1 night)
Days
9
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 16
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Be wowed by the scale and beauty of the Registan – the commercial centre of medieval Samarkand and one of the best-preserved examples of Islamic architecture. See mosques, mausoleums and medressas adorned with mosaics.
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Spend an evening in the vast Kyzylkum Desert, sleeping in a yurt, stargazing by the fire and soaking in what’s sure to be an I’m-so-far-from-home moment.
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Get to know the stories and people of Uzbekistan while sharing a home-cooked meal with a local family during a homestay in the remote Nuratau Mountains.
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Uncover Bukhara, a UNESCO World Heritage-listed city founded more than 2000 years ago. See the Ismail Samanai Mausoleum, Maghoki-Attar (Central Asia’s oldest surviving mosque) and the Ark – the city’s oldest building, dating back to the 5th century.
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Walk the streets of Tashkent with a full day to explore this capital city, including free time to spend as you see fit – take in the sights, sounds and aromas of Chorsu Bazaar and visit the monument to 14th-century ruler Timur at Amir Timur Square.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
8 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Metro, Train
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights), Yurt Camp (1 night), Homestay (1 night)
Included activities
- Bukhara - Ismail Samani Mausoleum
- Bukhara - Ark Fortress
- Bukhara - Bolo Hauz Mosque
- Bukhara - Magoki Attori Mosque
- Bukhara - Kalon Minaret & Mosque
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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