Name: The Silk Road Splendours
Type: Group / Private / Easy Pace
Duration: 08 Days / 07 Nights
Countries: Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan
Itinerary: Tashkent – Bukhara – Samarkand – Almaty – Big Almaty Lake – Charyn Canyon
Language: Fully escorted by an English-speaking guide
Description: Experience the essence of Central Asia on this combined journey through Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. Explore the Silk Road cities of Samarkand and Bukhara, where majestic madrasahs and ancient caravanserais reflect centuries of history, and discover vibrant Tashkent. Continue to Kazakhstan to enjoy the mountain scenery and lively atmosphere of Almaty, set against the vast steppe. Blending architectural splendor, nomadic heritage, and dramatic landscapes, this tour offers a concise yet enriching introduction to two of Central Asia’s most captivating destinations.
Detailed Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival - Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport. Our representative will meet you with welcoming drinks and transfer to hotel. Free and easy.
Meals: X / X / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Sote Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 2: Tashkent - Bukhara Train Ride
After breakfast, we will take train to Bukhara. Upon arrival lunch at a local cafe. Half day city tour in Bukhara, visit Kalon Mosque and Minaret, Mir Arab Madrassah and Silk Road Bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Bahor Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 3: Bukhara Guided Tour
After breakfast at the hotel continue tour in Bukhara. Visit Ark Citadel, Bolo Hovuz, Ismoil Somoniy, Lyabi Hovuz. Afternoon, drive to Samarkand.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Konstantin Hotel (www.konstantinhotel.ru)
Day 4: Samarkand Guided Tour
After breakfast start city tour in Samarkand. Visit Registan Square, Bibi Hanum, Siyab Bazaar, Hazrat Hizir Mosque, Shakhi Zinda Necropolis, Imam Bukhari Mausoleum.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Konstantin Hotel (www.konstantinhotel.ru)
Day 5: Tashkent Guided Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, take train to Tashkent. Upon arrival start city tour in Tashkent. Visit Independence Square, Amir Temur Square, Tashkent Metro, Lunch at Besh Qozon Plov Center.Continue tour at Mushaf Uthman (R.A.) The Museum of Quran. Chorsu Bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Reikartz Sote Hotel (www.reikartz.com)
Day 6: Tashkent - Almaty Flight
Breakfast at the hotel. Take flight to Almaty. Start city tour in Almaty, Abay Square and Kok Tobe Hill (optional), Zeleniy Bazaar, Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral. Optional visit to Big Almaty Lake.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Kazakhstan Hotel (www.kazakhstanhotel.kz)
Day 7: Almaty Guided Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Day tour to Charyn Canyon. Depart Almaty in the morning for a scenic drive across the Kazakh steppe. Upon arrival, explore the famous Valley of Castles, where towering sandstone cliffs create a surreal landscape. Enjoy a guided walk along the canyon floor, with time for photography and panoramic viewpoints.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Accommodation: Kazakhstan Hotel (www.kazakhstanhotel.kz)
Day 8: Almaty - Departure
After breakfast transfer to Almaty International Airport to take flight home.
Meals: Breakfast / X / X
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE:
2-4 travelers - 2166USD Per Person
4-8 travelers - 1799USD Per Person
8-12 travelers - 1599USD Per Person
12-16 travelers - 1355USD Per Person
Single Supplement - 315USD
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Domestic airfares as per program;
All transfers from/to airport/train station;
Air-conditioned comfort tour vehicle (Bus; Van; Jeep);
Tickets for Afrosiyob or Sharq train rides;
Accommodation throughout the tour;
Daily breakfasts at all accommodations;
Daily lunches at local cafes;
Daily dinners at local cafes;
1 Special Dinner with Local Dance Performance;
1 Special Pilaf Lunch at Biggest Plov Center;
Limitless Stops at picturesque locations along the route;
Experienced tour guide in all cities;
Visa Support (if applicable);
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
International airfares;
Entrance tickets;
Visa costs (if applicable);