Uzbekistan

Early breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Urgench. Upon arrival, transfer and check in at Hotel Orient Star Khiva. Proceed for a full-day guided city tour of Khiva, including visits to the oldest part of the city – the Kunya-Ark Fortress, Kurinish Khana (17th century), Mohammed-Amin-Khan Madrassah (19th century), Islam Khodja Minaret, Palvan-Kari Complex, Abd Al Bobo Complex (18th century), Rafanek Madrassah, Mohammed Rakim Khan Madrassah (19th century), Amir-Tur Madrassah, and Sho-I-Kalandar Bobo Mausoleum.
Lunch at a national house, including interaction with a local Uzbek family and tasting traditional dishes. Continue the tour to Mazary Sharif Madrassah, Kheivak Well (10th century), Uch Avlioli Mausoleum (“Three Saints”), Jami Mosque (18th century), Kutluq-Murad Inaq Madrassah (19th century), and Pakhlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum. Free time at leisure.

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Bukhara. En route enjoy a photo stop near the Amudarya River (Oxus) – the largest river in Central Asia. Lunch at an oasis in the midst of the Karakum Desert. Arrive in Bukhara and check in at Lyabi Hauz Hotel. Free time at leisure. Dinner at Lyabi Hauz, a charming pond-side area in the ancient city center, where you can experience authentic Uzbek local life.

Breakfast at the hotel. Full-day sightseeing includes Ismael Samani Mausoleum (9th–10th century), Chor Minor, Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum (14th century), Bukhara local bazaar, and the Jewish Synagogue. Continue to visit the Po-i-Kalyan Ensemble – Minaret (12th century), Mosque (15th century), Miri-Arab Madrassah (16th century), Amir-Alim-Khan Madrassah (14th century), Taqi Trading Domes, and Kukeldash Madrassah (16th century). Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon visits include Lyab-i-Hauz (17th century), Nadir Divanbegi Madrassah (17th century), Magoki Attari (16th century), Ulug Beg and Abdul Aziz Madrassahs (15th & 17th century), Registan Ensemble, Ark Fortress (16th century), and Bolo-Hauz Complex (18th century).
Dinner includes a traditional folklore show and national costume performance at Nodir Devonbegi Madrassah.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Samarkand. En route visit the Summer Palace of the last Emir, with photo stops at cotton fields, a cotton factory, and Rabat Malik caravanserai along the historic Silk Road. Upon arrival, check in at the Bibi Khanum Hotel. Lunch at a famous Samarkand kebab restaurant. Free time at leisure in downtown – optional stroll through Gorkiy Park or boulevard. Dinner at a European cuisine restaurant.

Breakfast at the hotel. Full-day guided tour of Samarkand including Guri Emir Mausoleum – burial site of Amir Temur and his family; Registan Square – a world-renowned complex of three Madrasahs and a golden-domed mosque; Bibi Khanum Mosque – the largest mosque in Central Asia; Siyab Local Bazaar – a vibrant market reflecting local life; Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis – a sacred burial complex including graves of the Temurid dynasty and relatives of the Prophet Muhammad; and the Ulugbek Observatory – a 15th-century astronomical innovation.
Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time at Registan Square and the local bazaar.
Dinner followed by optional night experiences, including a light show at Registan Square and night views of the Tamerlane Mausoleum.

Early breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Tashkent. Enjoy a picnic with scenic views of the mountain pass near the legendary Gate of Tamerlane. Photo stop at the Sirdarya River – the second-largest river in Central Asia – and visit a local fish market and the famous melon market.
Arrive in Tashkent and have lunch at a local restaurant featuring cuisine from across Central Asia. Check in at the hotel.
Afternoon city tour covering the modern part of Tashkent: Independence Square, Alisher Navoi Monument, Alisher Navoi Theatre, Tashkent Metro, Amir Temur Square, etc. Dinner followed by optional evening activities exploring local nightlife and modern city culture.

Early breakfast at the hotel. Free time for shopping and city exploration with your guide. Transfer to Tashkent Airport for your departure flight.