7-Day Tour Along the Great Silk Road. A Historical Journey
Описание
Immerse yourself in a fascinating journey along the ancient route of the Great Silk Road, which for centuries connected the East and the West, fostering unique cultural and trade exchanges. This 7-day tour will take you through the legendary cities of Uzbekistan – Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva – where the spirit of ancient caravans, luxurious palaces, and bustling bazaars has been preserved.
The Great Silk Road, considered the first true link between East and West, emerged in the 2nd century BCE and played a crucial role for travelers, merchants, and explorers for centuries. Before the 15th century, when maritime routes opened new trading opportunities, caravans loaded with silk, porcelain, spices, incense, ceramics, ivory, and other exotic goods traveled from East to West. At the same time, caravans carrying woolen fabrics, furs, silver, gold, amber, and glass moved from Europe, Arabia, and Africa to China and India through the Caucasus and Central Asia.
Uzbekistan, as a key trade and cultural center, became a home for thousands of merchants, pilgrims, travelers, and scholars who followed the Great Silk Road. Today, the country preserves the unique heritage of this historic route, offering travelers a chance to connect with ancient civilizations. Tourism in Uzbekistan is rapidly developing, attracting visitors worldwide to its picturesque cities like Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. These legendary places have retained their authenticity and are ready to share the magic of Eastern architecture, historic bazaars, and centuries-old traditions.
While traveling through Uzbekistan, tourists can not only admire architectural masterpieces but also immerse themselves in the atmosphere of ancient trade. Silk, carpets, spices, and traditional ceramics – the famous goods of the Silk Road – are available in local markets and artisan workshops. The best hotels in Samarkand, Bukhara, and Tashkent offer luxurious and comfortable accommodations, whether in historic city centers or five-star hotels in Uzbekistan.
If you are planning a trip and want to arrange accommodations in advance, use hotel booking services in Uzbekistan. Various options are available, from budget-friendly hotels in Tashkent to top-rated hotels in Uzbekistan with luxurious services. Tourism in Tashkent and other cities is becoming increasingly popular, and travel agencies in Uzbekistan can help organize an unforgettable itinerary through ancient cities.
Visit Uzbekistan – discover the heritage of the Great Silk Road, experience Eastern hospitality, and embark on a journey through time along legendary caravan routes!
План тура
Day 1: Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport. Meet & greet. Transfer to hotel. Check-in and rest. Overnight in Tashkent
Day 2: Tashkent-Samarkand
Breakfast.
Morning city tour: Barak-Khan and Kaffal Shashi Mausoleums (16th century),
Friday Mosque.
Transfer to Samarkand.
Lunch en route.
Afternoon tour:
Gur-Emir Mausoleum (15th century) – Timurid dynasty tomb,
Registan Square (Ulugh Beg Madrasah (15th century),
Sher-Dor and Tillya-Kari Madrasahs (17th century)). Dinner. Overnight in Samarkand
Day 3: Samarkand-Tashkent
Breakfast.
Morning city tour:
Ulugh Beg Observatory (15th century),
Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis (14th–15th centuries), Bibi-Khanym Mosque (15th century). Lunch.
Transfer to Bukhara.
Arrival and hotel check-in.
Dinner and overnight stay in Bukhara
Day 4: Bukhara
Breakfast.
Full-day city tour:
Ismail Samani Mausoleum (9th–10th centuries), Chor-Minor, Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum (14th century), Registan Complex, Ark Fortress (16th century), Bolo-Khauz Complex (18th century). Lunch. Afternoon tour: Poi-Kalyan Complex (Kalyan Minaret (12th century), Kalyan Mosque (15th century), Mir-i-Arab Madrasah (16th century)), trading domes (16th century), Kukeldash Madrasah (16th century), Lyabi-Hauz Complex (17th century), Nodir Divan-Begi Madrasah (17th century), Magoki-Attori Mosque (16th century), Ulugh Beg Madrasah (15th century), Abdulaziz-Khan Madrasah (17th century). National dinner with a folklore show.
Overnight in Bukhara.
Day 5: Bukhara-Urgench
Breakfast.
Transfer to Urgench (Khiva).
Lunch en route.
Arrival in Urgench (Khiva).
Hotel check-in.
Dinner.
Overnight in Khiva
Day 6: Urgench - Khiva - Urgench
Breakfast.
Morning city tour:
Kunya-Ark Fortress (17th century),
Muhammad Amin-Khan Madrasah (19th century), Islam Khoja Minaret,
Palvan-Kari Complex,
Abd al-Bobo Complex (18th century),
Rafeek Madrasah,
Muhammad Rahim-Khan Madrasah (19th century), Amir-Tura Madrasah,
Sho-i-Kalandar Bobo Mausoleum.
Lunch.
Afternoon tour:
Uch Avliyo Mausoleum (“Three Saints”),
Juma Mosque (18th century),
Kutlug Murad Inaq Madrasah (19th century),
Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum,
Tash Khauli Palace,
Alla-Kuli Khan Madrasah (18th century),
Arab Muhammad Khan Madrasah (18th century).
Transfer to the airport.
Flight to Tashkent.
Arrival in Tashkent, hotel check-in.
Dinner.
Overnight in Tashkent
Day 7: Tashkent - Departure
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Departure