Turquoise Trails of Uzbekistan

Arrival at Tashkent Airport

International arrival at Tashkent Airport to begin the tour.

Transfer to hotel, check in, freshen up

Private transfer to the hotel, check-in and time to freshen up.

Explore local surroundings

An evening exploring the local surroundings near the hotel in Tashkent.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Tashkent

Overnight stay at the hotel in Tashkent.

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel before the Tashkent city tour.

Hazrati Imam Complex

A major religious and historical landmark complex in Tashkent, home to important Islamic monuments.

Chorsu Bazaar

A traditional market in Tashkent's Old City, known for its distinctive domed roof and bustling stalls.

Amir Temur Square

A central square featuring fountains and an equestrian statue of Amir Timur.

Independence Square

Tashkent's grand central square, symbolizing Uzbekistan's independence.

Lal Bahadur Shastri Monument

A monument commemorating former Indian Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, who passed away in Tashkent.

Return to hotel

Return to the hotel by evening.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Tashkent

Overnight stay at the hotel in Tashkent.

Breakfast, check out

Breakfast at the Tashkent hotel followed by check-out.

Flight: Tashkent to Urgench

Transfer to the airport for the domestic flight from Tashkent to Urgench.

Transfer to Khiva

Arrival in Urgench followed by a road transfer to Khiva.

Check in, rest

Hotel check-in in Khiva with time to rest.

Explore local surroundings

An evening exploring the local surroundings near the hotel in Tashkent.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Khiva

Overnight stay at the hotel in Khiva.

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel before the Khiva city tour.

Ichan Kala (Old Khiva)

A UNESCO-listed historic walled complex housing all of Khiva's major attractions within a single campus.

Mohammed Amin Khan Medressa

An Islamic college in the western part of Ichan Kala.

Juma Mosque

One of the principal historic monuments of Ichan Kala, known for its unique wooden-column hall.

Kalta Minor Minaret

Khiva's iconic unfinished turquoise-tiled minaret.

Kuhna Ark

The ancient citadel of Ichan Kala, formerly the residence of the Khiva khans.

Return to hotel

Return to the hotel by evening.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Khiva

Overnight stay at the hotel in Khiva.

Breakfast, check-out

Breakfast at the Khiva hotel followed by check-out.

Road journey to Bukhara

A road journey from Khiva to Bukhara.

Scenic views: Kyzylkum Desert (Red Sand)

Scenic views en route of the Kyzylkum Desert (Red Sand), along with agricultural fields, rivers, lakes and local village life.

Arrive Bukhara, check in, rest

Arrival in Bukhara, hotel check-in and time to rest.

Explore local surroundings

An evening exploring the local surroundings near the hotel in Tashkent.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Bukhara

Overnight stay at the hotel in Bukhara.

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel before the Bukhara city tour.

Samanids Mausoleum

A masterpiece of early Islamic architecture and one of the oldest monuments in Bukhara.

Chashma Ayyub

A sacred site linked to the Prophet Ayyub (Job), said to mark a spring he created.

Bolo Hauz Mosque

An elegant mosque known for its ornately carved wooden columns and reflecting pool.

Ark of Bukhara

The historic fortress and former residence of the Bukhara Emirs.

Late lunch at local restaurant

A late lunch at a local restaurant in Bukhara.

Poi Kalon Complex

Bukhara's iconic religious complex comprising the Kalon Minaret, Kalon Mosque, and Mir Arab Madrassah.

Lyabi Hauz Complex

A historic plaza built around a central pool, surrounded by madrassahs and mulberry trees.

Traditional dance show, Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah

A traditional Uzbek dance performance held at the Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah.

Return to hotel

Return to the hotel after the day's sightseeing.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Bukhara

Overnight stay at the hotel in Bukhara.

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at the Bukhara hotel before departing for Samarkand.

Road journey to Samarkand

A road journey from Bukhara to Samarkand.

Arrive Samarkand, transfer to hotel

Arrival in Samarkand and transfer to the hotel.

Check in, rest for the day

Hotel check-in with the rest of the day free to rest.

Leisure walk / explore hotel surroundings

A leisure walk or time to explore the surroundings near the hotel in Samarkand.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Samarkand

Overnight stay at the hotel in Samarkand.

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at the hotel before the Samarkand city tour.

Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum

The final resting place of the Turco-Mongol conqueror Amir Timur, known for its ribbed azure dome.

Shahi Zinda Complex

A historic necropolis in north-eastern Samarkand, famed for its densely tiled mausoleums.

Siyob Bazaar

Samarkand's largest and most vibrant market, known for its fresh produce and famous local bread.

Bibi Khanum Mosque

One of Samarkand's most important monuments, once among the largest mosques in the Islamic world.

Registan Square

Samarkand's iconic central square, featuring the Ulugh Beg, Tilla-Kari, and Sher-Dor Madrassahs.

Return to hotel

Return to the hotel by evening.

Dinner at hotel

Indian dinner at the hotel.

Overnight stay in Samarkand

Overnight stay at the hotel in Samarkand.

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at the Samarkand hotel before departure.

Check out

Hotel check-out in Samarkand.

Ulugh Beg Observatory

A remarkable astronomical observatory from the Timurid era, built by the astronomer-king Ulugh Beg.

Hazrat Khizr Mosque

A hilltop mosque offering panoramic views over Samarkand.

Road journey to Tashkent

A road journey from Samarkand to Tashkent.

On arrival in Tashkent, Transfer to Airport

Arrival in Tashkent, transfer to the hotel, check-in and rest.

Take return flight