Classical Central Asia Tour, beautiful nature and ancient cities of the Great Silk Road, the major highlights of Uzbekistan – Turkmenistan – Kyrgyzstan in a 18-days tour.
Flight to Tashkent.
Early morning arrival in Tashkent International Airport ( ETA 02:00 a.m).
Migration formalities usually take 20 min to 60 min: visa/passport control and baggage claim. Come out of the terminal and meet the driver holding a sign “ANUR TOUR” .
Transfer to the hotel. Extra night.
Free day to rest after the flight.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
06:00 Transfer to the Tashkent Airport/ Terminal 3 ( terminal if internal airlines).
07:25 Flight Tashkent-Urgench HY 51.
08:55 Arrival in Urgench.
Come out of the terminal and meet the driver in the meeting zone.
Transfer to hotel to drop off the bags. Standard check in after 14:00.
Meet the guide. Start WALKING sightseeing in the historical part of Khiva – Ichan-kala (translated as “Inner town”):
- Ata-Darvaza,Kunya- Ark;
-Madrassah of Muhammad Rahim Khan;
- Madrassah of Muhammed Aminhan;
- Kalta Minor, the Palace of the Allakulihan Khan of Khiva;
- Tash Hauli, where the harem of 40 concubines was;
- Caravanserai and Tim Allakulihan;
- Mausoleum of Seyd Allaudin;
- Minaret and Islam-Khoja Madrassah, Mosque and Jami Minaret.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel.
08:00 Transfer to Turkmen – Uzbek Border post Shavat/Dashoguz.
Pass the border. Border passing formalities (passport and visa control might take 1 to 2 hrs depending on the customs formalities). Meet the guide and driver at Turkmen side of the border. Transfer to Kunya – Urgench.
Start sightseeing tour with visiting
- the founder mausoleum of Sufi sects "Kubra" Nadzhimetdin Kubra (XII-XIII C);
- mausoleum of Mongolian princess Torebeg-Hanym ; minaret Mamun (X-XI);
- minaret Kutlug-Timur (XII-XIV c, the highest minaret in Central Asia);
- Mausoleum Kyrkmolla (II in BC - III A.D.);
- Mausoleum Arslan II (the oldest building in the city - date of its bookmark is roughly estimated by XI century).
-In the afternoon transfer to Darwaza crater and change from the asphalt road to the Karakum desert track, continue 10 km deep inside.
In 1971 geologists accidentally found an underground cavern filled with natural gas. To avoid poisonous gas discharge, it was decided to burn the gas. Geologists hoped the fire would go out in a few days but it has been burning ever since. Locals have named the cavern The Gate - Darwaza. The views are impressive, especially in sunset and night when the mild sunlight and burning crater evoke incredible and ambiguous feelings.
BBQ dinner and overnight stay in yurt.
Camp- style breakfast.
09:00 Transfer to Ashgabat with sightseeing en-route visiting
- Anau mosque ruins of 15 Century and Anau culture remains of the Bronze Age in the suburban area of Ashgabat;
- Ahalteke horse stables, where you will have an opportunity to see the most beautiful horses in the world. Archeologists and historians proved that horses were handled on the territory of Turkmenistan minimum five thousand years ago. The specialists note that foothill lands of Kopetdag made favorable ecological conditions for the birth of strapping and wanton horses.
- A visit to Carpet Museum where more than thousand Turkmen carpets from antique to modern are presented in a large collection.
Resting time in the afternoon. Overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Start sightseeing in Ashgabat visiting
- Ertogrul Gazy Mosque with four minarets reminding the Blu Mosque of Istabul was built in honour Ertogrul the father of the Osman I , the founder of Ottoman Empire,
- Independence Park with Monument of Independence (it's a 118m column that consider the highest building in the country);
- Neutrality Arch - unique composition that rotates slowly after the sun;
- National Museum, where you can see more than 166 unique exposition from Ancient Merv and Nissa.
- Turkmenbashi Mosque-Mausoleum. It is considered the biggest in Central Asia (10 thousands of people). There are beautiful garden and fountains near the mosque.
- Ancient Nissa (18km from Ashgabad) UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the ruins of the ancient city (the date of foundation of I millennium BC - I millennium BC).
Transfer to the hotel.
Resting time in the afternoon. Overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Ashgabat Airport.
06:20 Departure for Mary by morning flight.
07:00 Arrival in Mary.
Transfer to Ancient Merv (UNESCO) visiting
-Historical park with Sultan Sanjar Mausoleum, Mohammed bin Said Mausoleum,
-Medieval castles – “Kesk” fortresses (6-7 centuries) and others.
Return to Mary.
-Visit the History museum of Merv region.
Transfer to the border post Farab/Alat. Border crossing back to Uzbekistan usually takes about 1 hr - 3 hrs depending on tourists flow and customs formalities.
Meet the driver at Uzbekistan side of the border. Transfer to Bukhara ( about 2 hr drive).
Resting time in the afternoon. Overnight.
Breakfast in the hotel.
09:00 Meet the guide.Start WALKING sightseeing in Bukhara (5 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);
- 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;
- Ulughbek and Abdulazizkhan Madrassas or so called Kosh (pare) madrassas opposite each other with 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.
Resting time in the afternoon. Overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time in Bukhara, morning at leisure.
11:00 Transfer to Samarkand, en- route visiting famous Gijduvan pottery workshop where visitors are welcome for a tour around the workshop and observe the process of ceramic making and painting.
The owners demonstrate the stages of making ceramics from turning the potter’s wheel to making paints from natural ingredients, decorating the ceramics in a distinctive style, drying and firing. Take a tour around the museum-hall of ceramic masterpieces with a unique collection of the ceramic items of Gijduvan and other regions of Uzbekistan.
Optional (by request) a master-class of painting ceramics, suzani embroidery and traditional bread baking.
Arrival in Samarkand in the afternoon, check in the hotel.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast in the hotel.
09:00 Start sightseeing program in Samarkand (6 hours):
- Gur Emir Mausoleum – a burial vault of Timur the Great and his descendants is decorated with gold ornaments and is considered as one of the most significant sights of the world;
- Continue to the famous Registan Square – heart of Samarkand and 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 was one of the most magnificent mosques in the Islamic world in 15 Century;
- Shahi Zinda Necropolis – unique complex of Mausoleums formed by standing on both sides of the cenotaph (an imaginary grave) of the muslim saint Abbas ibn- Kussam;
- Ulugbek’s Observatory – the finest astronomical centers in medieval world was built by order of Ulugbek, an outstanding scholar and astronomer;
Resting time in the afternoon. Overnight.
Breakfast in the hotel.
Free day in Samarkand.
12:00 Standard check out.
16:30 Transfer to railway station.
17:28 Departure for Tashkent by tourist train “Afrosiab”/”Sharq”.
19:44 Arrival in Tashkent.
Come out of the terminal and meet the driver. Transfer to the hotel.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet the guide. Start sightseeing tour of Tashkent (5 hrs):
- Amir Timur Square founded in 1882 and originally called Konstantinovsky Square was renamed in 1994 after Amir Temur to honor the cultural and historical contribution of the great conqueror.
- Theatre Square with the Opera House : State Academic Bolshoi Theatre of Uzbekistan named after Alisher Navoi builit in 1947 is one of the best opera theatres of the world performs both classical and national repertoires.
- Independence Square , the main square of Uzbekistan. There are fountains, the “Eternal flame" in honor of soldiers of World War, arch " Good and noble aspiration" crowned with birds of happiness and prosperity, road "Ok Yul" (“Good way”) leading to Independence Monument and a monument to Happy Mother symbolizing the hope for a great future.
- Earthquake Memorial, the composition is devoted to the tragic date of earthquake in Tashkent on April 26, 1966 and is erected in the approximate place of earthquake epicenter. Residents still come to the monument to honor people who took a part in the reconstruction of Tashkent;
- Khast Imam Square – a religious center of the city consisting of the Barakkhan madrasah; Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum and the library of Islamic Literature with the Holy Koran Book of the VII century ( original Quran Othman). Khast Imam is one of the most significant spiritual centers in Central Asia and attracts the pilgrims and visitors all over the world.
Transfer to the hotel.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
07:00 Transfer to the railway station.
08:07 Departure to Kokand by train.
12:13 Arrival in Kokand.
Meet with your guide and driver at the meeting zone.
Start sightseeing in Fergana valley visiting:
Kokand (mentioned as Khavakand or Kokan derived from a tribal name) is an ancient city that due to favorable location was one of the convenient fortified points of caravan routes in the Great Silk Road. Nowadays, Kokand is a modern town at the crossroads of Tashkent, Fergana valley to Andijan and the other route to Khujand (Tajikistan) and is considered as one of the most important pre-border points.
Start sightseeing tour around Kokand visiting:
- Khudoyar-Khan Palace of 19 century is listed in the world heritage of UNESCO, at present days houses Kokand Regional History Museum that exibits a unique collection of more than 3000 artefacts from ancient, khanate and tsarist periods of the region. The large palace was built in several stages from 1822 till 1867 and the facade was decorated with exquisite ceramic patterns by Rishtan and Kashgar masters. Most of the ornamental decoration are preserved to present days.
- Norbut-Biy Madrassah, the largest madrassa in Kokand. The madrassa was built in XVIII century by captured architects as well as the famous Bukharian architect Usto Muhammed Salih Kasim, so the design and construction is typical to some monuments of XVIII Century in Bukhara.
- Modari Khan Mausoleum (Modari-khan means “Mother of Khan”) was built in 1825 by order of the widow of Umarkhan, famous poetess Nodira to honor the tomb of her mother-in-law. Since then the mausoleum became the family mausoleum where most of the female members of khan family were buried.
- Rishton (50 km west of Fergana) famous all over the world for its pottery that is decorated according to ancient tradition that is more than 800 years. Masters hand down their trade secrets from father to son. The unique red clay ceramic masterpieces are decorated with naturally made ultramarine, turquoise and azure ornaments known as blue glaze "ishkor",
- Workshop of the famous potter Rustam Umarov where visitors are welcome to observe the finest Rishtan ceramics in wonderful handmade and painted tea sets and lagans and beautifully decorated jugs and vases.
Transfer to Fergana.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet the guide at the lobby.
Continue sightseeing in Fergana valley:
- Fergana is a relatively young city that was founded as a strategic fortified point in Turkestan in 1876 during tsarist period of the region. The town was initially called as New Margilan, further in soviet period renamed as Fergona in 1924. Nowadays, Fergana is a flourishing beautiful town and despite its young history became the central point of Fergana valley.
- Visit Ahmad Al-Fargoni monumental complex ;
- Continue to Margilan. Margilan (“Marg” from Persian green grass, “lon”- “place“) was inhabited settlement in Fergana valley since IV-III Centuries BC, the town was well known for its crafts and finest silk fabrics from the Great Silk Road period up to now.
- Said-Ahmad Hodji Madrassah where craftsmen produce original silk carpets,
- Silk factory Yodgorlik where visitors are welcome to observe the process of silk manufacture with traditional decoration “ikat”.
Arrival to Andijan in the afternoon.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
08:00 Transfer to the Uzbek- Kyrgyz border Dostyk ( ETA 09:00)
Border crossing formalities (40 min- 1, 5 hrs depending on the customs formalities and tourist flow). Meet the guide and driver.
Transfer to Osh, Osh is the oldest city in Kyrgyzstan, for sightseeing tour visiting
- Suleiman Too (Suleiman is the prophet Solomon -Suleyman in Quran, “Too “is “mountain”. The museum is the only UNESCO sight of the whole mountain with many sacred places in caves and paths. It is quite unusual – the museum with rare artefacts is located in a largest cave of the mountain. Besides, there are several caves, rocks and niches each with its name. The locals and pilgrims believe every spot of the mountain is sacred and come here to follow the rituals and pray for better life and good health; couples come pray to be blessed with a child. It is believe that every spot of the mountain is sacred. There is a watching platform with beautiful panoramic views to the city and surrondings.
- Osh Bazaar, a colorful bazaar with more than 2000 years history, plays an important role in the Great Silk Road as a major landmark. Nowadays, along the visitors may take a walk around and enjoy shopping in the shops of national clothes, embroidery, handicrafts and souvenirs.
- Main Square with Lenin statue. Kyrgyz people are very respectful to the history of Soviet period and kept the monument to Lenin in main cities as the country major developments were made during soviet time.
15:30 Transfer to local airport.
16:45 Flight Osh-Bishkek.
17:25 Arrival in Bishkek Airport.
Meet the driver and transfer to the hotel.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Morning Bishkek sightseeing tour visiting:
- Oak Park in the city center. It is known also as Dubovy Park - today it is one of the favorite places among locals and tourists in Bishkek.
- Ala - Too Square is the central square in Bishkek. It serves as a place for state events and celebrations. Philharmonic hall – situated at the top of Rose Alley.
- Statue of Manas (Manas is legendary Kyrgyz hero and the classic centerpiece of Kyrgyz literature).
- Victory Square, where in the centre you can see the Victory monument, a memorial which was completed in 1984. Usually the main festival events are held in Bishkek at eternal flame, on Victory Square, where is posted guard of honor, forces of Kyrgyz garrison and a military band.
- State History museum is a perfect display of the Kyrgyz people and the history of the country of Kyrgyzstan.
Transfer to Beltam yurt camp with nature sightseeing en-route.
- Eagle show in Bokonbayevo (traditional eagle hunting).
- Issyk-Kyl lake is located in the north-eastern part of the Kyrgyz Republic. Issyk Kul is translated as “hot Lake” and is considered as one of the pearls of Central Asia. Due to the salty water, Issyk Kul possesses curative qualities.
Arrival in yurt camp, where Kyrgyz people still live in traditional simplicity in unity with nature. Enjoy your stay in and real experience of nomadic life in the yurt camp.
Dinner and overnight in national yurt.
Breakfast at the yurt camp
Transfer to Karakol passing Jety Oguz:
- Jeti Oguz gorge is famous for its red rocks formations that have the name Seven Bulls – Jeti Oguz. One can see there the Broken Heart Mountain, one of the most popular places among locals and visitors, the valley is also known as Valley of flowers.
On arrival in Karakol start overview sightseeing tour:
- Przhevalski memorial, who was a Great Russian Explorer of 19th century.
- The wooden Russian-orthodox church;
- Dungan mosque is one of the most famous places in Karakol town. The most interesting thing is that it is built without a single metal nail. More than 100 years ago there was a Chinese master who lived in this town. Dungans are people from China who had Muslim religion. The construction was made of bricks and wood and decorated with various ornaments.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Transfer to Biskek with nature sightseeing en-route:
- Grigoryevskoye gorge;
- Cholpon Ata History and Ethnology Museum, visit Petroglyphs site at Issyk Kul Lake. Cholpon-Ata petroglyphs are located between the northern, western and northwestern outskirts of Cholpon-Ata. The drawings theme is varied but the main pictures are the images of animals: deer, bulls, horses, wild rams, goats, wolves and many others.
On arrival in Karakol start sightseeing tour visiting:
Evening arrival in Bishkek.
Resting time in the evening. Overnight.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport.
Morning departure flight from Bishkek.
End of the tour.
Tour Price (PER PERSON):
| Person in group | Standart | Comfort hotels |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $7035 | $7595 |
| 2-3 | $4415 | $4695 |
| 4-5 | $3685 | $3965 |
| 6-12 | $3315 | $3595 |
| Single supplement | $595 | $835 |
- Train tickets Samarkand – Tashkent (economy class) by tourist train “Afrosiab”/” Sharq”; Tashkent – Kokand (economy class) by train "O'zbekistan";
- Air tickets Tashkent - Urgench ( economy class), Ashgabat - Mary ( economy class), Osh - Bishkek ( economy class);
- Touristic tax.
- - International flights to Tashkent, from Bishkek;
- E-visa to Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan e/visa (if required); Turkmenistan tourist visa from 85+4 USD per person(subject to change; nationality dependent), migration tax 10+4 USD per person (subject to change);
- PCR test in Shavat land border ( 33 USD per person, price subject to change);
- Photo/video fees (professional camera);
- Meals: lunches and dinners except those specified in “Tour Price Includes”;
- Transport and guide service for free time/free days (can be added by request) and after the standard city tours; transport for walking tour in Khiva and Bukhara;
- Personal travel/medical insurance, portage, tips, personal expenses and other services not specified under “Tour Price Includes”.
The tour is published on December 14, 2024 and the rates as per program and conditions specified are actual for 180 days ( 6 month) from the date of publication.
All the rates will be subject to change if the request is after 180 days from date of publication because any changes in the seasonal tariffs for hotels, air/train ticket prices, tax increase, and exchange rate fluctuation may cause the increase of rates.
- Any changes in the basic itinerary and service content may cause the change of the tour prices.
- If the hotels, noted in the program are fully booked or not available for the dates or in case of late / last-minute booking, the tour company reserves the right to book the other hotels of the same category and similar service as per room availability.
- Please note that during the national holidays, during the big summits, fairs, festivals, major sport and cultural events, some parts of the roads can be temporarily blocked for delegations and events as per government decrees.
ACCOMMODATION
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CITY |
STANDARD HOTELS |
COMFORT HOTELS |
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TASHKENT |
Milan/ Marwa/ Gabrielle |
Inspira-S / Ichan Qala / Ateca / Mirzo Boutique |
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KHIVA |
Minor Boutique/ Malika Kheyvak/ Arqanchi |
Zarafshon Boutique/ Erkin Palace/ Asia Khiva |
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DARWAZA |
Yurt camp |
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ASHGABAT |
Ak Altyn |
Sport |
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DARWAZA |
Yurt camp |
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BUKHARA |
An-Nur/ Malika Bukhara/ Devon Begi / Devon/ Safiya |
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SAMARKAND |
Shaxzoda Elite/ Zilol Baxt/ Khan/ Sandhill |
East Star/ Kosh Hovuz/ Dilimah |
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FERGANA |
Asia Fergana |
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ANDIJAN |
Chinor |
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BISHKEK |
Soluxe/ Bugu |
Golden Dragon/ Sim |
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ISSYK KUL |
Beltam yurt camp |
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KARAKOL |
Tagatai |
Green Yard/ Karakol 78 |
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Or other hotels of the same category as per room availability for the dates |
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