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Name: The Great Silk Road Tour
Type: Group / Private
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Countries: Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan
Itinerary: Tashkent – Bishkek – Karakol – Almaty – Samarkand – Panjikent – Bukhara – Turkmenabat - Ashgabat
Arrival: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Departure: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Language: English
Description: The pearl of the Silk Road - Uzbekistan! You will travel through ancient cities: Samarkand, Bukhara, Tashkent and discover their unique spirit, immerse ourselves in the sands and runs of history, and be hosted in an authentic country house, where you will taste the extraordinary Uzbek cuisine.
Extending your travels by adding a trip to Kyrgyzstan and discover one of the most stunning mountain regions in the world that are still unknown for now, diverse landscapes, from turquoise alpine lakes and lush green valleys to high desert moonscapes and the red rock formations of “Seven Bulls Gorge”.
Being the 9th largest country in the world, Kazakhstan offers places and activities for every taste: from untouched nature, rich culture, bustling bazaars, and modern cities and all sorts of activities like horseback riding, skiing, or hiking. In a nation founded by Mongol and Turkic nomads, and located between China and Russia, Kazakhstan is known for its semi-nomadic culture and its mastery of all things equestrian.
Turkmenistan is an eclectic country that oozes history, with warm inhabitants who enjoying extending a welcoming hand to visitors. Visit this eccentric nation to forge a path across windswept deserts and jagged mountains, through aromatic spice bazaars adventures wait in the “Door to Hell”.
Experience rich culture of local people, explore breathtaking views of nature and chase reflections through Seven Lakes of Tajikistan, each one deeper, wilder, and more stunning than the last.
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
Day 2: Tashkent – Bishkek Flight
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel start city tour in Tashkent. Visit Amir Temur Square and Statue, Symposiums' Hall, Tashkent Broadway and Metro, Romanov's House and Independence Square. Lunch at a local cafe. We will have a flight to Bishkek, capital city of Kyrgyzstan, transfer to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 3: Bishkek – Issyk Kol Transfer
After breakfast start city tour in Bishkek, we will drive towards along the south bank of Issyk-Kul Lake. Lunch at Qattama Center – try the best of Kyrgyzstan fresh cheese and milk products by locals, real shepherd’s meal which is named Qattama. Continue driving to the Issyk Kol Lake, overnight at Yurt Camp Beltam.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 4: Issyk Kol - Karakol Transfer
Breakfast at the Yurt and start driving to Karakol. On the way we will pass through “Skazka” (Fairy Tale) Canyon to see the magnificent Danxia landscape, where the rocks of various shapes appear in a breathtaking variety of colors. Continue the tour to the most beautiful gorges in Kyrgyzstan, Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Canyon) and the "Broken Heart" Gorge. Visiting the Russian Orthodox Church and Dungan Mosque.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 5: Karakol – Almaty Transfer (Kegen Border)
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Almaty city of Kazakhstan. Cross Kyrgyzstan-Kazakhstan border checkpoint. Then drive to Charyn Canyon to enjoy the most beautiful scenery of the nature.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 6: Almaty Guided Tour
Breakfast at the hotel. Start city tour in Almaty, Abay Square and Kok Tobe Hill (optional cable car ride), Zeleniy Bazaar, Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 7: Almaty – Tashkent Flight
After breakfast transfer to Almaty Airport to take flight to Tashkent. Upon arrival lunch at Central Asian Pilaf Center ‘Beshqozon’. Start city tour in Tashkent: visit Shahid’s Square, Amir Temur Square, Independence Hall, Tashkent Broadway, Tashkent Metro – 1978 Year Soviet-made subway is unique public transport.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 8: Tashkent - Samarkand Train Ride
After breakfast, we will take high speed train to Samarkand. Upon arrival start city tour from Gur-Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square - consisting of Ulugbek Madrasah, Sherdor Madrasah and Tillya-Kori Madrasah, Bibi-Khanum Mosque and Siab Bazaar.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 9: Samarkand - Panjikent Transfer (Jartepa Border)
After breakfast transfer to Panjikent. Cross Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border. Upon arrival start driving city tour in Panjikent and Seven Lakes. You will enjoy comfortable car ride along a winding gorge in the Fann Mountains, where each stretch of its meandering road leads to a new lake. Each lake has its own color, varying from calming turquoise to mesmerizing purple.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 10: Panjikent – Bukhara Transfer
After breakfast, drive to Bukhara crossing back the same border. Along the highway stop at Navoiy region of Uzbekistan to try the best of plov at Ming Chinor café. Continuing the drive, the next stop is at ceramics workshop in Gijduvan to see ceramics masterclass.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 11: Bukhara - Turkmenabat Transfer (Farab Border)
After breakfast at hotel half day city tour in Bukhara. Lunch at local café and drive to Farap-Alat border to get to Turkmenabat. Upon arrival optional city tour, Mausoleum of Yusuf Hamadani, Sultan Kala, Great Kyz Kala.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 12: Turkmenabat - Ashgabat Flight, Day Tour to Derweze
After having breakfast, flight to Ashgabat. Day tour to Darvaza Gas Crater - Gate to The Hell.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 13: Ashgabat – Turkmenabat Flight – Bukhara Transfer
Breakfast at the hotel. Start city tour in Ashgabat – Independence Monument, Arch of Neutrality, Health Road. Optional excursion to Old Nisa - one of the first capitals of the Parthian Empire (III century BC - III century AD), which is among the largest state entities of the ancient world. On the way visit the Mosque of Turkmenbashi Ruhy - main mosque in Turkmenistan, the largest single-domed mosque in the world and the largest in Central Asia. Afternoon, take flight back to Turkmenabat. Cross Farap-Alat border to get to Bukhara.
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Day 14: Bukhara - Tashkent – Airport
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Bukhara train station to take bullet train ‘Afrosiyob’ to Tashkent. In the afternoon visit one stop shopping center Chorsu Bazaar. Free and easy. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport!
Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / X
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE:
6-12 travelers - 4299USD Per Person
12-20 travelers – 4099USD Per Person
Single Supplement – 465USD
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Tashkent – Uzbekistan Hotel (www.hotel-uz.com)
Bishkek – Plaza Hotel Bishkek (www.plazahotel.kg)
Issyk Kol – Beltam Yurt Camp (www.instagram.com/beltam_yurtcamp)
Karakol - Karagat Hotel (www.karagat-hotel.com, www.instagram.com/karagat_hotel)
Almaty – Kazakhstan Hotel (www.kazakhstanhotel.kz)
Samarkand - Meridian Plaza by Reikartz Grup (www.reikartz.com)
Panjikent – Panjakent Plaza Hotel
Bukhara – Bahor Hotel by Reikartz Grup (www.reikartz.com)
Turkmenabat – Yupek Yoly Hotel
Ashgabat – Sport Hotel
ROUTES:
Tashkent –> Bishkek (flight, 1Hrs)
Bishkek –> Bokonbaevo (driving, 4Hrs)
Bokonbaevo –> Karakol (driving, 2Hrs)
Karakol –> Charyn (driving, 3-4Hrs)
Charyn –> Almaty (driving, 3-4Hrs)
Almaty –> Tashkent (flight, 1Hrs)
Tashkent –> Samarkand (train, 2-3Hrs)
Samarkand –> Panjikent (driving, 1-2Hrs)
Panjikent –> Bukhara (driving, 4-5Hrs)
Bukhara –> Turkmenabat (driving, 2-3Hrs)
Turkmenabat <–> Ashgabat (flight, 1Hrs)
Bukhara –> Tashkent (train, 4-5Hrs)
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE INCLUDES:
Domestic airfares (TAS-FRU; ALA-TAS; CRZ-ASB-CRZ);
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;
Full board meals (B/L/D);
Experienced tour guide in all cities;
Entrance tickets to the Gur Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Museum of Quran; Car entrance fee to Skazka Canyon and Charyn Canyon;
Visa Support (if applicable);
PRICE OF THE PACKAGE EXCLUDES:
International airfares;
Stuff not mentioned in the inclusions section;
Tipping the guides and drivers;
BORDER FORMALITIES:
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan offer Visa Free visit up to 30 Days to the most Countries’ citizens. *Turkmenistan requires most of the visitors to obtain tourist Visa to enter and it can be done at the border upon arrival. Our tours do not include any costs which visitors may be required to pay at the border like Visa Fee, Migration Tax or Covid-19 Test, exact costs can only be available upon arrival at the border.
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