Uzbekistan – Kazakhstan Tour | 1

Tour itinerary: Tashkent – Samarkand – Tashkent – Almaty – Charyn – Saty – Almaty

Season: March – November

Days: 7 | Nights: 7

7- day tour is an interesting trip to visit main must-see sights of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.

Excursions in major cities - Tashkent, Samarkand and Almaty are combined with active leisure and photo time while nature sightseeing in Chimgan mountains, picturesque Charyn Canyon, pristine Kolsai and Kayindy lakes.

The tour is ideal for a short vacation in Central Asia. Book the tour at special price!

Day 1

Tashkent

Flight to Tashkent.

Early morning arrival in Tashkent International Airport ( ETA 01:50 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 staff holding a sign “ANUR TOUR” .

Transfer to the hotel. Extra night. Resting time after the flight.

Breakfast at the hotel.

15:00 Meet the guide in the lobby. Start afternoon sightseeing tour of Tashkent (4 hrs) :

- Amir Temur Square founded in 1882 and originally called Konstantinovsky Square was renamed in 1994 after Amir Timur 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 built in 1947 is one of the best opera theatres of the world that 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" 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 the earthquake epicenter. Residents still come to the monument to honor those people who took a part in the reconstruction.

- Tashkent Metro (the first line was launched in 1977) with beautiful train stations each decorated in thematic style with traditional ornaments and special lightning.

Transfer to the hotel.

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2

Tashkent – Samarkand – Tashkent

Breakfast at the hotel.

07:00 Transfer to the railway station in Tashkent.

08:00 Departure for Samarkand by train "Afrosiyob"/"Sharq".

10:08 Arrival in Samarkand.

Come out of the terminal and meet the driver and guide.

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 Abbas ibn-Kussam.

16:00 Transfer to the train station in Samarkand.

17:00 Departure for Tashkent by train "Afrosiyob"/"Sharq".

19:10 Arrival in Tashkent. Transfer to the hotel.

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3

Tashkent – Chimgan – Tashkent

Breakfast at the hotel.

Countryside sightseeing in Tashkent, please choose one of the options below (guide and transport services are included for 5- 6 hrs). Because the program today can be flexible, the entrance fees today are not included, tourists can buy the entrance tickets at the ticket offices on their own.

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Opt 1. Chimgan Tour

10:00 Meet the driver and guide at the hotel. Transfer to Chimgan Mountains area, 120 km from Tashkent, about 1,5 –2 hrs one way.

- Amirsoy cable way ride. Entrance fees in Amirsoy complex/ Amirsoy cable way are not included, visitors can buy entrance tickets at the tickets offices of Amirsoy.

- Take a photo stop with panoramic views to Charvak Lake and Chimgan mounts.

After lunch in the local café in the place called Bochka, transfer back to Tashkent. Arrival in Tashkent (ETA by 17:00).

Opt 2. Sun Institute and Uzumfermer.

08:30 Meet the guide and driver. Transfer to Parkent (45 km, ~1 hour on the way)

- The Big Solar Furnace- the heliotechnical complex is one of the two largest solar structures in the world. Due to its ideal location, Parkent Solar Furnace has a number of advantages that contribute to the accumulation of environmentally friendly solar energy.

The visitors can participate in simple experiments and watch the work of solar panels - heliostats, compare electronic and sundials, boil water and learn how to light Olympic fire.

Lunch break at one of the local cafes in the shady groves of Sukok village

- Winery Uzumfermer (excursion around the winery and winetasting of local wines. Entrance fees to be paid at the winery ticket office).

Transfer to Tashkent (1 hour). Transfer to the hotel.

Day 4

Tashkent – Almaty

Breakfast at the hotel.

Morning at leisure.

11:30 Transfer to Tashkent International Airport.

14:10 Departure flight Tashkent– Almaty by KC 128.

15:30 Morning arrival in Almaty International Airport.

Migration formalities usually take 20 min to 60 min: visa/passport control and baggage claim. Come out of the terminal, meet the driver with “ANUR TOUR” sign. Transfer to the hotel. Arrival in hotel. Time to rest after the flight.

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 5

Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Saty

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Charyn Canyon. Sightseeing in the "Valley of Castles".

Charyn Canyon is a natural complex, unique in its kind not only in Kazakhstan but also worldwide. It was formed during Paleogene and reminds the Grand Canyon of Colorado River in North America, although inferior to it in size. The height of the steep slopes of the canyon is up to 150-300 meters. Extraordinary dissection of the terrain is striking: the numerous ravines form a dense, chaotic network. Wind and water have created the beautiful "Valley of Castles", where you are always surrounded by the fancy towers composed of sedimentary rocks. The length of the valley - more than 2 km, width - 20-80 meters. For millions of years the nature has been creating a unique architecture, erecting magnificent castles carefully and slowly.

Transfer to Kolsai Lakes, easy hiking near Kolsai lake 1 (1800 m above sea level).

Later continue driving to Saty Village.

Dinner and overnight in guesthouse.

Day 6

Saty – Almaty

Breakfast at the guesthouse.

Exploring one of the most beautiful places of Kazakhstan, Kaindy Gorge. Kaindy Lake (Birch Lake) is situated among magnificent pine forest at an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level and is famous for its origin. It was formed in 1911 due to the powerful earthquake that triggered the landslide blocked the valley by the natural dam, and the water has flooded the valley. The water of the lake is very cold, that is why the needles of the flooded trees are well preserved and clearly visible through the transparent surface of the water, and dry stems of fir trees overlook the water surface, like the masts of the submarine squadron. It is impossible to describe in words all this mystical splendor of the lake.

Afternoon transfer to Almaty.

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 7

Almaty

Transfer to Almaty International Airport.

Morning departure flight from Tashkent.

End of the tour.

Book it!

- Accommodation in a standard double/twin-shared rooms in hotels and Saty guesthouse;

- All transfers as per program by comfortable tourist class transport as per road conditions including transfers to/from train stations, airports and land borders;

- Uzbekistan: English-speaking local guides (3 standard excursions); Kazakhstan: local English speaking guides (D 4 – D 6);

- Meals: breakfasts at the hotels and guesthouses; dinner in Saty village(traditional meals, fixed menu, alcohol excluding);

- Single entry tickets to the sites, museums, mausoleums and natural fees as per program;

- Train tickets Tashkent – Samarkand, Samarkand – Tashkent by speed trains "Afrosiab"/Sharq" (economy class);

- Tourist tax per person.

- International flights to Tashkent, Tashkent – Almaty, return flight from Bishkek;

- Kazakhstan e/visa, Uzbekistan e/visa (if required);

- Photo/video fees (professional camera);

- Transport/guide services for free days and time after the standard city tours;

- Meals: lunches and dinners except those specified in the included section;

- Personal/travel insurance; portage, tips, personal expenses, and other services not specified under “Tour Price Includes”.

The tour is published on March 12, 2025 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.

- Check-in 14.00, check-out time 11.00. No early check-in/ late check-out is included unless indicated;

- Please note that the drivers do not speak English or can speak only basic English;

- Please note yurt camps, guesthouses, and homestays offer homemade/camp-style traditional meals; there are quite basic toilet and shower conditions.

- 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).

ACCOMMODATION

CITY	STANDARD HOTELS	COMFORT HOTELS
TASHKENT	Milan/ Marwa	Inspira-S / Ichan Qala / Ateca / Mirzo Boutique
ALMATY	Voyage Hotel	Renion Park/ Kazhol Park
SATY	Guesthouse
Or other hotels of the same category depending on room availability for the dates.