Tour to Uzbekistan "From East to West"
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Tour Type
Cultural
Group Size
12 persons
Overview
Uzbekistan attracts the attention of the whole world with its numerous ancient historical and architectural monuments, rich nature and rapid modern progress.
For centuries Uzbekistan has been located at the crossroads of the Great Silk Road trade routes, which was followed by merchants and discoverers, geographers and missionaries, invaders and conquerors. Nowadays, Uzbekistan is an attractive tourist destination for enterprising people interested in culture and history, traditions and exotic countries.
Uzbekistan is proud of its architectural monuments that have survived from the times of our ancestors. The Ichan-Kala complex in Khiva, and the historical centers of Bukhara and Samarkand are included in a special UNESCO World Heritage List. The unique monuments and architectural structures in these cities are a reflection of an era that played a significant role in the history of the country.
We "Mirabelle travel" company in this Uzbekistan tour "From East to West" offers you an unforgettable journey from Fergana Valley to the very edge of Uzbekistan. You will discover new sensations and knowledge about Uzbekistan.
cities visited: Tashkent - Fergana region (Margilan, Rishtan and Kokand) - Samarkand - Bukhara - Khiva - Nukus - Muynak Aral Sea - Tashkent region (Chimgan Amirsoy mountains, Chervak reservoir)
duration - 15 (fifteen) - days, 14 (fourteen) - nights.
Included/Excluded
Accommodation in boutique hotels on a breakfast basis (Check-in 14:00/ Check-out 12:00)
Tourist class transportation service.
Guides are local.
Railway tickets for trains (economy class) if available
Master class on cooking pilaf.
Entrance tickets to sightseeing and museums
visits to Hammam (Banya) in Bukhara ($35 per person)
Air ticket Nukus - Tashkent (economy class)
Non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages
Extra charge for video and photography
International flight
Insurance
Tip
Early check-in
Meals: lunch, dinner (about $20-$25 for 1 person, set menu)
Arrival in Tashkent.
At the airport exit you will be met by a driver with a sign on your hands "Mirabelle Travel"
Check-in at the hotel.
Start of the tour around Tashkent. (with local or route guide)
Tour of the old city:
- Hast-i-Imam complex, where you can see the Koran of Osman of VII century.
- Kukeldash Madrasah (XVI century).
- Chorsu Market - where you can buy oriental sweets and national souvenirs.
Lunch in a national restaurant.
"Besh Kazan" Where Tashkent pilaf is cooked in large cauldrons.
Excursion around the new city: - Courage Monument - monument to the earthquake of 1966.
- Independence Square.
- Former residence of Prince Romanov.
- Amir Temur Square.
- Broadway.
- TV tower.
- Amir Timur Museum.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight in a hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Gathering and handing over the rooms.
09:00 Departure from Tashkent to Fergana by transportation through Kamchik mountain pass. Type and brand depends on the number of guests. ( 342 km - 5.30 - 6 hours)
Break for lunch in a local teahouse ( in the mountain pass).
After lunch continuation of the journey.
The city of Margilan is located 20 km from Fergana and is one of the most ancient cities of Fergana Valley. Since ancient times Margilan was famous for its beautiful and fine silk and "ikat" patterns. The most famous attraction of Margilan city is "Yodgorlik" silk-weaving factory. Visit Fazlidinn master of handloom production. Also in Margilan you will visit Said Ahmad Khuja Madrasah where the center of crafts of Fergana Valley people is located, and if the excursion falls on Thursday or Sunday - trip to Kumtepa Bazaar, the largest market of Fergana Valley, you will walk along the Central Bazaar - Famous Bazaar "Kumtepa", with its abundance of satin and adras fabric, where you can buy at a very low price.
Drive to Fergana, short sightseeing tour of Fergana.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight in a hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Collection and handing over the rooms.
Departure to Tashkent via Rishtan and Kokand.
9:00 Start of the tour. (with local or route guide)
First stop in Rishtan district of Fergana region. ( 55 km. 1 h.) - The first stop is Rishtan village, which from ancient times was famous for its ceramics. Rishtan ceramics is distinguished by the richness of decoration, which is dominated by blue color. This unique blue "ishkor" glaze is made by hand from natural mineral pigments and mountain plants. Today, every third family in Rishtan produces ceramics.
After visiting several masters we drive to Kokand.
Second stop in the city of Kokand, Fergana region. (43 km. 1 hr.) - Khudayar-Khan Palace of the XIX century is inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List, currently it houses the Kokand Regional Museum of History and Local Lore, which presents a unique collection of more than 3000 artifacts from the ancient, khan and royal periods of the region. The Grand Palace was built in several stages from 1822 to 1867, and the facade was decorated with exquisite ceramic patterns by masters of Rishtan and Kashgar. Much of the decoration has survived to this day.
Modarikhon Mausoleum "Modari Khan" means "Mother of Khan" was built in 1825 by order of Umarkhan's widow, the famous poetess Nodira. Since then, the mausoleum has become the family mausoleum where most of the female members of the Khan's family are buried.
Break for lunch.
Return to Tashkent.
19:00 approximate time of arrival in Tashkent.
Transfer and check-in to the hotel.
Dinner in the restaurant.
Overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Collection and room check-in.
6:00 Transfer to the railway station.
07:28 departure of the train Tashkent - Samarkand (SCRST Afrasiyab)
09:37 arrival in Samarkand.
At the exit from the railway station you will be met by a driver with a sign on his hands "Mirabelle Travel"
Transfer and check-in to the hotel.
11:00 start of the tour . (with local or itinerary guide)
- Guri Emir Mausoleum (XIV century), the place where Amir Temur's ashes rest.
- Registan Square:
Ulugbek Madrasah (1417-1420)
Sherdor Madrasah (1619-1636)
Tillyakori Madrasah (1647-1660)
Break for lunch.
Continuation of the excursion. - Bibi-khanum Mosque - Mosque of Amir Timur's wife (XIV century)
- Siab market. Free time Optional in Samarkand: (on request, extra charge) ● Evening Samarkand. ● El Merosi Theater (folklore show presenting the history of Uzbekistan in dance and costumes). ● Wine-making museum at Khovrenko winery and tasting of Uzbek wines.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight in a hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Gathering and handing over the rooms.
10:00 start of the excursion. (with local or route guide)
- Shokh-i-Zinda Ensemble (XIV century)
- Ulugbek Observatory (XV century)
- Museum of ancient Afrasiyab Break for lunch. Continuation of the excursion.
- Paper factory in Konigil.
- Visits to the complex of St. Daniel.
- Visit the Eternal City of Silk road Samarkand complex, see the fabulous atmosphere of the ancient city.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
20:00 transfer to the railway station.
21:08 departure of the train Samarkand - Bukhara (SCRST Afrasiyab)
23:39 arrival of the train in Bukhara.
At the exit from the railway station you will be met by a driver with a sign "Mirabelle Travel"
Transfer and check-in to the hotel.
Overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 Start in the excursion. with a local guide or on the route (tour of Bukhara is conducted on foot)
- Ensemble Lyabi-Hauz. - Madrasah Divanbegi - (XVII century) - Khanaka Divanbegi - (XVII century) - Divanbegi water reservoir - (XVII century) - Madrasah Kukeldash.(XVI century)
- Caravanserai and trade domes.
- Male bath (XVI century)
- Tim Abdullahan (XVI century)
- Kosh Madrasah Ulugbek (XV century) and Abdulazizkhan. (XVII century)
- Ensemble of Poi Kalyan (XII - XVI centuries). - Kalyan Minaret - (XII century). - Mechet Kalyan - (XVI century). - Mir Arab Madrasah (XVI century).
Break for lunch. - Citadel Ark (II century BC - XIX century)
- Bolo House Mosque (XVIII century)
- Mausoleum and Holy Spring of Ayub (Job) (XVI century)
- Mausoleum of Ismail Samaniy (X century)
Dinner in the national house (master class on pilaf)
Overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 Start of the excursion. by transport (with local guide or on the route)
- Mausoleum of Bahovaddin Naqshband (founder of the Sufi order Naqshband).
- Country residence of the last emir of Bukhara Sitorai Mokhi - Khosa.
13:00 Lunch in national restaurant.
Continuation of the excursion. - National house of Faizulla Khodjaev.
- Chor-Minor Madrasah (XIX century)
- Visits to hammam (bath) (XVI century)
Free time Dinner in the national restaurant.
Overnight in hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Collection and handing over of rooms.
10:00 Departure by transportation from Bukhari to Khiva. (480 km, 7-8 hours, part of the road is not in good condition) Type and brand depends on the number of guests. Modern highway crosses the Kizilkum desert repeating the ancient route of the Great Silk Road. Lunch in a national restaurant (on the highway Bukhara - Nukus) or take lunch boxes on the road. Photo stop on the Amu Darya river. (independently) Nailed to Khiva at the end of the day. Placement in the hotel.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Night in the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel
10:00 start of the tour. with a local guide or on the route (tour of Khiva on foot)
- Kalta Minar (XIX century)
- Madrasah Muhammad Aminkhan (XIX century)
- Palace Tash - Hauli (XIX century)
- Juma Mosque (X century)
Break for lunch. - Minaret and Madrasah Islam Khoja (XIX century)
- Pahlavan Mahmud Complex (XIV century)
- Madrasah Muhammad Rahimkhana (XIX century)
- Kunya Ark Fortress. (city in the city)
Free time.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight in hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 Collection and handing over the rooms. Transfer by car to Nukus 170 km, 3 hours.
12:00 Break and check-in to the hotel.
13:00 Break for lunch.
14:00 Start of excursion around Nukus.
Visit to Savitsky museum.
Free time.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
9:00 Start of the excursion. (with local or route guide) In the morning after breakfast starts full day trip to the Aral Sea through Ustyurt Plateau. The distance to the water line of the Aral Sea is 450 km and it will take about 7-8 hours to reach it. The way passes through Kungrad district, which used to be one of the trading centers on the Silk Road. On the way we will see the remains of a lighthouse and the abandoned settlement of Urga. Stop for photo at Sudochie Lake. Stop for picnic lunch. Continuation of the way along the huge Ustyurt plateau. Visit to the last village near the sea called Komsomolsk. Continuation of the way and arrival at the Aral Sea in the afternoon. Swimming in the Aral Sea. Taking a shower in the yurt camp.
Dinner around the campfire.
Night in yurts.
Early rise for photographing the sunrise.
Breakfast in yurt camp.
After breakfast visit a hidden fortress called Kurgancha kala of XIII century.
Later drive back to Nukus.
Stop for photographing beautiful canyons and collapsed lands. Visit the cemetery of nomads. Drive across the dried up sea bed.
Stop in Muynak to visit a former port with abandoned ships on the sand - "Ship Graveyard".
Lunch break.
You have an opportunity to visit a local's house and enjoy a delicious lunch.
On the way to Nukus visit Mizdakhan Memorial Complex and Gyaur Kala Fortress.
Arrival in Nukus.
Dinner in a restaurant.
Overnight in hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
8:30 transfer to the airport.
9:45 departure flight Nukus - Tashkent.
11:05 arrival in Tashkent.
At the exit from the airport you will be met by a driver with a sign "Mirabelle Travel"
Transfer and check-in at the hotel.
Break for lunch.
Free time.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Drive to Chimgan mountains. ( with local escort or guide )
11:00 Approximate time of arrival in Amirsoy. (88 km, 2h)
Check-in to Amirsoy area where you can ride the cable car chairlift. (optional, payment on your own) Overview of the surroundings. Riding on quad bikes on request (extra charge, optional) ● Further the road runs to Chervak reservoir surrounded by mountain slopes.
Arrival at the reservoir The Charvak Reservoir is a great place to relax. A few minutes of flying can prove to be one of the most vivid memories of your life. The flight lasts 5-10 minutes (optional, self-pay)
Lunch break in the cafe.
Visit to Khojikent Grotto with rock paintings (petroglyphs).
17:00 return to Tashkent.
19:00 arrival in Tashkent.
Dinner in a national restaurant.
Overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Collection and room check-in.
Transfer to the international airport.
Flight home. End of the tour.
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FAQs
Why Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan is the Central Asian travel destination you've been dreaming of. Magnificent blue-domed mosques, towering minarets, atmospheric Silk Road towns and ancient bazaars combine with the region's best accommodation, convenient transportation and excellent value for money. It is the most visited of the Central Asian republics, and for good reason. Traveling to Uzbekistan is easier than ever, so if you're feeling the urge to see the glory of Uzbekistan's iconic Silk Road cities, you'll find all the planning tips here.
How many people can participate in the tour?
We maintain a small group size so that you have the freedom to move around and experience your surroundings, as well as more personal attention from our local guides. This group size ensures that you are not overwhelmed by the experience. Up to 15 people can participate in a trip, but the average is 12. Check individual trip pages for maximum group size.
What clothes should I bring with me on my trip?
We always recommend bringing as few items as possible, however the specific requirements for your tour can vary greatly depending on where and when you are traveling. Our Trip Details document has a list of required items that can be downloaded from each individual trip page. This list is tour-specific and is based on the experience of our staff.
Можете ли вы помочь в оформлении туристической визы?
Tourist visa requirements vary greatly depending on your nationality and destination. On the Resources page, we have provided links to websites that can help you determine if a visa is required. If you need a visa, you can apply for one yourself or use our travel agency services.
Do your tours include international air travel?
Travelers arrive on our tours from all over the world, so we cannot include the cost of international airfare in our prices. We would be happy to help you arrange your flight. Just ask for airfare when you make your reservation.
I am traveling alone, will I be charged extra for solo travel?
On most of our trips there is no extra charge for single occupancy. This means that accommodation is on a twin share basis and if you are traveling alone, you will share a room with another traveler of the same gender. Some tours have an optional single occupancy supplement or, in rare cases, a mandatory single occupancy supplement. An additional service that may be available is called "My Own Room". This service allows solo travelers to book a private room for the duration of the tour. Costs and details vary depending on the specific tour, so please refer to each tour description page.
Can you provide me with a list of the hotels we will be staying at?
The starting and ending hotels are indicated on your travel voucher and in the "Trip Details" document. We use different hotels along the way, so a complete list of hotels will only be provided on the first day of the tour. If your family needs contact information or in case of emergency, please call +998 33 201-10-01. If our office is closed, please use the emergency phone number listed in the Trip Details document. This number can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Who are my traveling companions?
For privacy reasons, we cannot provide you with detailed information about your traveling companions. However, our tours appeal to a wide range of travelers, most of whom share an adventurous spirit and a desire to experience these places at the lowest level. Our tours are conducted in English, so they attract many travelers from North America, the UK and Europe.
Is a tip included, and if not, how much should I tip?
Tipping is not included in the tour price and you are free to tip at your discretion. Our Trip Details documentation shows suggested tip amounts and can be downloaded from the individual trip description page.
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