Best of Uzbekistan
Itinerary name: Best of Uzbekistan
Day-by-day program:
Day 1: Tashkent
Today you will explore capital city Tashkent. The first, you will visit Independent Square, which was constructed for the honor of the victory over fascist Germany during the Second World War. Then you will take a short walk to Amir Timur Square via the beautiful local Broadway. Further, there is a chance to take a ride on Tashkent subway. City metro considered to be one of the most beautiful subways in the world and it started first line in 1977. Next wonderful sites of old part are Chorsu Bazaar, Kukaldash Madrasah and Hast Imam complex, including many madrasahs, mosques and mausoleum. The most important heritage of this complex is Othman Quran, the oldest copy of the holy Quran dating back to 8th century. The holy book was owned by Othman Ibn Affan. He was one of the four Caliphs who succeeded prophed Muhammad. Nowaday, you can see blood stains spread on the sheets of the book. He was assassinated by his enemies in 8th century.you will spend night in a hotel.
Day 2: Tashkent – Bukhara
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport to take flight to Bukhara. Entire day is city tour in Bukhara. The first site is oldest citadel of the city - Citadel Ark dating back to 4th century. Centuries ago, it was a residence of Bukhara Emirate dynasties. Then the masterpiece of 9th-10th century architecture –Samanids mausoleum. Later tour will continue to the extraordinary Chashma Ayub, also known as Job's well and Bolo-Hauz mosque, famous as a mosque of forty columns constructed for the honor of Abu-Fayud Khan, the city’s governor. Further, you will have enjoy exploring well-known madrasahs like Nodir Divan Begi in the Lyabi House Ensemble, the remarkable site of Bukhara. Furthermore, you will have time to visit street of shopping domes. In the end of the day, we will visit Poi Kalon complex. It consist of three constructions: Kalon minaret, Kalon mosque and Mir Arab Madrasah. These are unique examples of artwork dating back to 12th-16th centuries. Night in a hotel.
Day 3: Bukhara
This day is dedicated to discover Bukhara’s outskirts. You will drive about 20minutes to the first site- Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex. Nowadays, it is one of the popular place of pilgrimage for Muslim community all over the world. The reason is that it is the memorial complex of the outstanding Sufi Leader and Philosopher Bahauddin Naqshbandi. Furthermore, he was one of the Amir Timur’s spiritual supervisors. This complex includes mosques of Kushbegi and Muzafarohana, garden with pool, madrasah, and burial places of Bukhara rulers and Dakhma upon the tomb of Saint Bakhauddin Nakshbandi. Later you will visit Sitorai Mohi Hosa complex, It was a palace of Bukhara Emirs. Here you will be surprised by the different styles of architecture. The name remind the wife of the Emir, who died young. The meaning is “Star - like and moon- like Palace”. You will complete with Chor Bakr memorial in Sumiton village, here we will see complex of old dead town. The architecture of the complex reminds 4 sides of the Globe and means equality of human beings. The history of the construction goes back to 16th century, when Samanids reign was started. Overnight in a hotel in Bukhara.
Day 4: Bukhara – Samarkand
You will take morning train to old capital of Tamerlane’s state, city Samarkand lies in the Zerafshan river valley. Samarkand is the second biggest city of Uzbekistan and believed to be as old as Babylon and Rome. The sightseeing tour will start from Registan square, it has unique atmosphere, when you get to the square, three admirable madrasahs make you look the mesmerizing beauty forever. This architectural masterpiece’s history goes back to 15th-17th century. Later you will visit Shakhi-Zindeh, Guri Emir Mausoleum and Mosque Bibi Khanum. Complex Shakhi-Zindeh is one of the Heritages of UNESCO; it was constructed during the 11th-15th century. Bibi Khanum Mosque is Tamerlane’s wife mosque. He built it after his victorious battle in India. You will spend night in a hotel.
Day 5: Samarkand – Tashkent
After breakfast, visit Ulughbek observatory, this site was constructed by the 15th century leader and scientist Ulughbek. While he was working in his observatory, Ulughbek made “Zidji Guragoni” catalog in 1437. In his work, he tells more about 1018 celestial bodies. Unluckily, his own son murdered him. Following the observatory, you will feel happy to find yourself in lively part of the city. The Broadway is full of colorful and authentic workshops, teahouses, souvenir shops and sweets. Later you can visit oriental bazaar Siab, where you can buy crafts and other unique items. Afternoon, take train back to Tashkent and night in a hotel.
Day 6: Tashkent – Chimgan Mountains – Tashkent
After breakfast, you will drive to Chimgan Mountains. There you will take 30-munite chair lift to get to the top Beldersay Peak. After arrival, you can have free time to take a walk or just enjoy the beauty. En route to Tashkent, we will make a break at Charvak Lake. Here you can spend time on activities on the water (seasonally). Charvak is human-made lake. It is the most popular destination of holidaymakers of Uzbekistan and nearest countries. Everyone want to spend few days lining on the beach. Return to Tashkent and rest in a city hotel.
Day 7: Tashkent – Flight
In the morning, drive to airport.