4 day tour from Tashkent to the historical cities Samarkand and Bukhara to visit the highlights of the Great Silkroad and catch more in a relaxed pace.
Take your time travelling by high-speed trains between the cities to explore the outstanding blue-domed complexes of Bukhara and enjoy incredible Bukhara vibe. The tour is ideal for a private trip and short family vacation with kids and elderly people.
Book the tour to Samarkand and Bukhara at special rates!
Breakfast at the hotel.
06:30 Transfer to Tashkent train station.
07:30 Departure for Samarkand by high-speed train "Afrosiyob".
09:38 Arrival in Samarkand.
Come out of the terminal and meet the driver.
Start sightseeing program in Samarkand (6 hours):
- Gur Emir Mausoleum – a burial vault of Timur the Great and his descendants decorated with gold ornaments and considered as one of the most significant places in the world;
- Continue to the famous Registan Square – the heart of Samarkand and a real masterpiece of Central Asian medieval architecture consists of three grandiose buildings: Ulughbek Madrassa, Madrassa Sherdor, and Madrassa Tilla Kori.
- Bibi Khanim Mosque – the biggest medieval building in the city which was one of the most magnificent mosques in the Islamic world in 15th Century;
- Shahi Zinda Necropolis – unique complex of Mausoleums formed by standing on both sides of the cenotaph (an imaginary grave) belonging to the Muslim person named Saint Abbas ibn-Kussam;
- Ulugbek’s Observatory – the finest astronomical centers in the medieval world was built by order of Ulugbek, an outstanding scholar and astronomer;
Transfer to the hotel.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 Meet the driver and guide.Continue sightseeing program in Samarkand (6 hr):
– Museum of Afrosiab- the History museum of Samarkand with a unique exposition of well-preserved artefacts of Afrosiab settlement.
– Shahi Zinda Necropolis – unique complex of Mausoleums formed by standing on both sides of the cenotaph (an imaginary grave) belonging to the Muslim person named Saint Abbas ibn-Kussam;
– Ulugbek’s Observatory – the finest astronomical centers in the medieval world was built by order of Ulugbek, an outstanding scholar and astronomer;
20:00 Transfer to the railway station in Samarkand.
21:03 Departure for Bukhara by train "Afrosiyob"/ “Sharq”.
22:36 Arrival in Bukhara.
Come out of the terminal and meet the driver. Transfer to the hotel.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet the guide in the lobby.
Start WALKING sightseeing program in Bukhara (5-6 hours):
- Ensemble Lyabi Hauz (Nadir Divanbegi Madrassa, Khanaka, Kukeldash Madrassa and the monument of Khodja Nasreddin);
- Magoki Attari Mosque is one of the oldest mosques survived in Bukhara from the time before the Mongolian invasion;
- Abdullakhan’s Tim with numerous handicraft shops of souvenirs, ceramics, national clothes, and carpets;
- Caravanserai Sayfuddin (the Center of Handicraft Development of Bukhara);
- There are three trading domes or so called covered bazaars Toki Sarrofon, Toki Telpak Furushon, and Toki Zargaron preserved from the XVI century and these bazaars were the centers for trade of silk, jewelry and even for money exchange. Today as well, one can enjoy and purchase different souvenirs of a wide range, from small souvenir magnets to the famous Bukhara carpets;
- Visit Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan Madrassas or so-called Kosh (pare) madrassas opposite each other with the distinctive style of facade ornamental decoration;
- Poi Kalon Square with Kalon Minaret and Mosque, Mir Arab Madrassa – the heart of Bukhara, a monumental complex impresses the imagination;
- Ark Fortress – the oldest citadel dating back to I century BC where one can feel the history of the great fortress covered in beautiful legends and myths.
Optionally can be added by request:
Visit Samanids mausoleum (IX century), a monument of early medieval architecture.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day in Bukhara. Optionally (can be added as extra) a countryside tour in Bukhara visiting: - Samanids mausoleum (IX century), a monument of early medieval architecture. - Sitorai-Mohi Hosa Palace; - Memorial complex Bahouddin Naqshbandi. 14:30 Transfer to the railway station in Bukhara. 15:50 Departure for Tashkent by high-speed train "Afrosiyob". 19:44 Arrival in Tashkent. Come out of the terminal and meet the driver. Transfer to the hotel/airport. End of the tour.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day in Bukhara.
Optionally (can be added as extra) a countryside tour in Bukhara visiting:
- Samanids mausoleum (IX century), a monument of early medieval architecture.
- Memorial complex Bahouddin Naqshbandi.
14:30 Transfer to the railway station in Bukhara.
15:50 Departure for Tashkent by high-speed train "Afrosiyob".
19:44 Arrival in Tashkent.
Come out of the terminal and meet the driver.
Transfer to the hotel/airport.
End of the tour.
BukharaSamanids mausoleum Sitorai-Mohi Hosa PalaceMemorial complex Bahouddin NaqshbandiTransfer to the railway station in BukharaTashkent
Accommodation:
| Samarkand |
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Standart:
Registan Plaza (President)
,
Malika Prime
,
Majestic Palace
,
Malika Classik
Comfort: Regal Palace , Asia Samarkand , Kamila , Orient Star |
| Bukhara |
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Standart:
Amulet
,
Komil Boutique
,
Mekhtar Ambar
,
Sasha&Son
Comfort: Nazira & Azizbek , Caravan , Omar Khayam , Asia Bukhara |
| Tashkent |
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Standart:
Lotte City Hotel
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Uzbekistan
,
Ramada Tashkent
,
International Hotel
Comfort: Leader Hotel , Level Hotel , Asia Tashkent , Manifa Hotel |
- Check-in 14.00, check-out time 11.00. No early check-in/ late check-out is included unless indicated;
- Please note that the tour price does not include seasonal VAT 15 %, VAT can be added to the basic tour price.
- Please note that the drivers do not speak English or can speak only basic English;
- All the changes in the basic itinerary, the timing for transfers depending on the international flight departure/arrival time are to be discussed and pre-agreed;
- Please note that the train trip/s can be replaced for transfer/s by car depending on train tickets availability and trains schedule;
- After the date of publication, any changes in the hotels, air/train ticket prices, tax increase, and exchange rate fluctuation may influence the tour prices;
- Anur Tour is not responsible for the force majeure occasions (weather conditions during the tour, repairing-reconstructing works at some parts of roads, government restrictions).
