1. Two destinations in one destiny on the Great Silk Road
Uzbekistan - Turkmenistan
Travel itinerary: Tashkent –
Urgench - Khiva – Dashoguz -
Kunyaurganch – Ashkhabad – Mary -
Turkmenabat – Bukhara –
Shahrisabz – Samarkand – Tashkent
Duration: 12 days/11 nights
Kind of route: airway tour and motor
coach.
Best time to travel: All year
Accommodation: Double/twin
accommodations in hotels.
Description: This combined tailor-
made tour itinerary including
Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan gives
you a chance of visiting the most
attractive places with rich history and
traditions of two relative nations on
the Great Silk Road. You will really
enjoy this tour
itinerary having the combined city ,
desert and nature touristic points of
two neighbouring countries.
DAY ITINERARY
01
15.09
Homeland – Tashkent
02:45 Arrival in the morning, transfer to hotel for early check-in.
Breakfast. After breakfast, we begin the tour visiting the the
monuments of medieval city, the capital of which is located on the Silk
Road that ran between Europe and Asia. The scientists consider
Tashkent to be 25 centuries old - from the first settlements till the
modern megalopolis with the towering buildings, crowded avenues and
heavy traffic. We start our excursion with the old town, the “Eski
shakhar”, a maze of narrow streets dusty, overlooked by low houses of
brick and mud, ancient mosques and madrasas (Islamic academies),
which seems to have been spared by Soviet planners to show the
original appearance of the buildings. It continues with the complex of
Hazrat
Imams, which includes the Barak Khan madrassah (XVI century), the
old mosque Djami (Friday) still in the work, and the mausoleum of
Kaffal Chachi - the tomb of a great philosopher, poet and teacher of
Islam lived in the tenth century. It 'still a place of pilgrimage for the
locals. Then we will stop at the bazaar Charsu, the city's most famous
farmer's market and a great place to meet many locals coming from the
surrounding countryside dressed in traditional costumes.
Finally panoramic tour of the modern city: the Independence Square,
the square of Amir Temur, the Theatre Square. Dinner.
Overnight in Tashkent.

2. 02
16.09
Tashkent - Khiva
Early breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport. Flight to Urgench.
Arrival in Urgench. Transfer to Khiva (30 km). The day will be dedicated
to visiting Khiva. “Ichan Kala”, its old town dating from the fifth century
BC was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The excursion
starts from the West Gate Ata Darvaza, the statue of the great scholar
Al-Khorezmi (Algorithme), founder of algebra; Complex Muhammed
Aminkhan (XIX s) with the Madrassa Aiminkhan and Kalta Minor
Minaret, the Fortress Kunya Ark, the residence of local rulers with the
Reception Hall, Mosque Djouma (x, s) is the most beautiful Friday
Mosque of Khiva with the 213 carved wooden columns, the Tash Khovli
palace, the second residence of the rulers of Khiva with the Harem, the
Reception Hall, the Hall of Justice, the Mausoleum of Pahlavan
Mahmud - poet, philosopher and legendary wrestler, patron saint of the
city, one of the most sacred and beautiful places in Khiva, the Complex
of Islam Khodja the Madrassa and Islam Khodja Minaret, the Royal
Caravanserai with its fascinating bazaar. Free time. Dinner. Overnight
in Khiva.
03
17.09
Khiva – border “Dashoguz”, Turkmenistan
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Uzbekistan - Turkmenistan border
point. Border formalities on both sides. Meeting group on “Shavat”
border and transfer to Dashoguz city where we lead our way to Kunya
Urgench. Sightseeing tour of the historical places of "Kunya-Urgench"
as Mausoleum of Sultan Tekesh,The monument of Sultan Tekesh is
located in south-eastern part of Kyrk Molla fortress. The sultan reigned
here in XII-XIII centuries. Arslan is a monument located between
Dashgala fortress and mausoleum of Tekesh. People call this
monument mausoleum of Il Arslan. Mausoleum of Torebeg Hanum.
This historical monument, built for the honor of Torebeg Hanum, is
located in the north of ancient Gurgench. Minaret of KutlugTimur (XI-XII
centuries) Minaret of Kutlug Timur is located in northern and southern
part of minaret of Khoresmshah Tekesh. Then driving to Derwaza (300
km). The Derwaza area is rich in natural gas. While drilling in 1971,
Soviet geologists tapped into a cavern filled with natural gas. The
ground beneath the drilling rig collapsed, leaving a large hole with a
diameter of 70 metres. To avoid poisonous gas discharge, it was
decided the best solution was to burn it off. Geologists had hoped the
fire would use all the fuel in a matter of days, but the gas is still burning
today. Locals have dubbed the cavern "The Door to Hell". Sighseeting
famous Gas crater. Dinner.
Rest & night in camp near crater.
04
18.09
Derwaza – Ashkhabat
Breakfast and drive to Ashgabat (360 km). Ashgabat is the capital of
Turkmenistan, it becomes more beautiful and pleases to the eye with
its modern achievements of the national architecture. Here you will see
that the natural oasis between sands and foot- hills are improved by
man, urban environment harmoniously interact with the natural land-
scape. Combination of unique architectural buildings, numerous
museums, exhibition halls and theaters attracts attention of guests of
the capital. Five-star hotels are at the service of the guests, service of
these hotels meets world standards. Hotel accommodation and having
lunch at the Turkish restaurant. “Nurana”. Visiting National Carpet
Museum. Recreational center “Alem”. Arch of Neutrality. The Neutrality

3. monument and etc. Route excursion “Ashgabat at night”. Dinner. Rest
& night at hotel.
05
19.09
Ashkhabat
Breakfast. One of the major historical and cultural sites inscribed in the
UNESCO World Heritage List is Ancient Nisa. The ruins of the ancient
cities of Old and New Nisa lie in the picturesque valley near Baghir
settlement located 18 kilometres from Ashgabat. These ruins are a
reminder of the Parthian Empire that competed with Great Rome for
supremacy in the ancient world by military strength and cultural
development. City tour: Old and new Nissa; Ancient capital of Parthian
kings; National museum of Ethnography & history; In Nisa the
archaeologists found the evidence of the ancient civilization such as
coins, priceless ivory rhytons, dishware, pieces of gold and silver
jewellery and marble statues, rare specimens of the Parthian wall
paintings and stone architectural decorations. These artefacts are
exhibited nowadays in the Main Museum of Turkmenistan.
Drive to the hotel. Dinner at the restaurant “Merdem” in the real
Turkmen yurt. Overnight in Ashgabat.
06
20.09
Ashgabat – Mary
Breakfast at hotel. Meeting tourists. Transfer to the airport of Ashgabat.
Domestic flight Ashgabat - Mary. Transfer to the hotel and check-in.
Tour of the Old Merv: Mausoleum of Soltan Sanjar; Big and small Gyz
Gala; Merv as for historical value and significance, Ancient Merv is one
of the major districts. It is located in the lower riverbed of the Murgab
river. Lunch at the local restaurant. Continuation of the tour: The
museum of History and Ethnography. Free time. Dinner.
Night at the hotel.
07
21.09
Mary – Farap border - Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast driving to Farapborder (around
200 km) Lebap region. Border Passing & Customs formalities. Drive to
Bukhara. Bukhara, most likely paid attention to the strange "shaggy
hats" on the top of minarets. These are storks` nests. And the white
bird of hope can serve as a city's symbol, symbol of its firmness and
stability. More than once throughout its history this rich city suffered the
invasions of various enemies. The most devastating invasion was that
of Mongols. But each time Bukhara revived and which is more. It
always revived on the same place as if keeping loyalty to its roots. Over
centuries the city was a fertile oasis in the valley of the river Zerafshan
on the Great Silk Road, the leading center of science and culture. Hotel
accommodation. Dinner. Free time.
Overnight in Bukhara.
08
22.09
Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel. We start our tour from the Mausoleum of the
Samanids, and architectural jewel of the ninth century, the Mausoleum
of Tchashma Ayoub "Source of Job", Mosque Bolo Khaouz "mosque
over the bath," the Citadel Ark the heart of the old town, was the official
residence of the rulers of Bukhara.
Then we continue our tour from the Kalon Complex occupies a central
part of the city of Bukhara with its impressive Kalon Minaret of the
twelfth century, Poi-Kalyan Complex including: Minaret of Kalyan (XII),
Medrese of Mir-Arab (XVI), Kalyan Mosque (XV), The Old Covered
Market (Bazaar) belong to civil architecture of the sixteenth century
Taki Zargaron (jewelers), Taki Telpakfurushon (hatters), Taki Sarrafon
(currency exchange), the Jews of Bukhara. The Madrasse twins: the
Madrassa of Ulugbek and that of Abdoulaziz and Tchor Minor '4
minarets "a small madrasa with four minarets strange architecture, the
complex Lyabi Khauz (XVI-XVII). Dinner. Overnight in Bukhara.

4. 09
23.09
Bukhara – Shahrisabz - Samarkand
Breakfast at the hotel. Morning transfer to Samarkand via Shakhrisabz
(250 km, 3,5 hrs). Shakhrisabz – Tamerlane’s Hometown. Shakhrisabz
is one of the most beautiful and colorful Uzbekistan cities, which is
located 90 km south of Samarkand. Excursion program over
Shahrisabz: Visit Mausoleum of Jakhongir in Dor-us Saodat Memorial
Complex, remains of Ak-Saray Palace, Dor-ut Tilavat Ensemble with
Kok-Gumbaz Mosque and burial vault of Tamerlane’s father. Driving to
Samarkand (90 km, 1-2 h). Accommadation in the hotel. Dinner.
Overnight in Samarkand.
10
24.09
Samarkand
Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion program over Samarkand.
"The town of Blue domes". The history of Samarkand dates back to
2500 years and more from now landmarks dated back to the times of
the Timur’s Dynasty and of the same importance as architectural
masterpieces of ancient Egypt, China, India, Greece and Rome.
Visiting Ulugbek Observatory and Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis, Afrosiab
Museum. The Afrasiab Museum displays the model of ancient city and
fortress walls, pottery, weaponry, coinage, altars and most of all the
mural painting of the 7th century.
Registan Square with the three Madrasse completely covered with tiles
and mosaics of lapis lazuli is one of the most extraordinary monuments
of Central Asia with the Ulugbek Madrassa, the Sher Dor Madrassa
and Tilla Kari Madrassa. Dinner.
Overnight in Samarkand.
11
25.09
Samarkand – Tashkent
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit Gur-Emir Mausoleum, Visiting Bibi-
Khanum mosque built by Timur for his favorite wife and world famous
Siyab Bazaar. Siyab Bazaar - the city’s biggest and the most ancient
market. It welcomes the customers with abundance of fruit and
vegetables growing in the fertile of Zarafshan valley. Pyramids of
water-melons and melons, bags with walnuts, seedless raisins and
dried apricots, bunches of grapes and alluring piles of figs attract the
visitor with sweet tooth. Red apples and sweet-scented pears lay on
counters next to leathery fruits of a pomegranate. The air is fragrant
with a strong smell of spices - pepper and saffron, cardamom and
nutmeg, zeera (cumin) and caraway seeds. A lot of counters are
occupied with a special local delicacy - salty apricot stones baked in
ashes. And, of course, a flat bread row offers seventeen kinds of brown
Samarkand flat bread for choice.
14:00 Transfer to Tashkent (300km). Arrival in Tashkent and check in
the hotel. Dinner. Overnight in Tashkent.
12
26.09
Tashkent - Homeland
01:45 transfer to Tashkent International Airport for 04:45 the flight to
homeland. With great impressions and unforgettable experiences you
will leave home!
Hotels in Cities

5. Tashkent Hotel Shodlik Palace 3*
Khiva Hotel Old Khiva 3* or similar
Derwaza Overnight in tents
Ashgabat Hotel Ak-altyn 4*
Mary Hotel Margush 3*
Bukhara Hotel Minzifa Boutique 3*
Samarkand Hotel Ideal 3*
4 people
Per pax
6 people
Per pax
10 people
Per pax
16 people
Per pax
SGL
Suppl.
Budget option
Tour price included:
· Visa support to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan;
· Accommodation in shared double/twin hotel room,
including breakfast + early check-in;
· Accommodation in shared single trekking tent
(including sleeping mat, sleeping bag and pillow),
including breakfast and dinner;
- Transportation with A/C, throughout the whole
trip;
· Air-tickets for domestic flights (Ashgabat-Mary);
· Air-tickets for domestic flights (Tashkent -
Urgench);
· English speaking escord guide.
Tour price does not include:
· Consular fees paid upon collection of the entrance
Visas to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan;
- Full board (lunches and dinners) (**** USD per
person);
· Hotel charges for additional services;
· International flight tickets;
· Personal insurance and any items not mentioned
above.

6. Tashkent Hotel Shodlik Palace 3*
Khiva Hotel Old Khiva 3* or similar
Derwaza Overnight in tents
Ashgabat Hotel Ak-altyn 4*
Mary Hotel Margush 3*
Bukhara Hotel Minzifa Boutique 3*
Samarkand Hotel Ideal 3*
4 people
Per pax
6 people
Per pax
10 people
Per pax
16 people
Per pax
SGL
Suppl.
Budget option
Tour price included:
· Visa support to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan;
· Accommodation in shared double/twin hotel room,
including breakfast + early check-in;
· Accommodation in shared single trekking tent
(including sleeping mat, sleeping bag and pillow),
including breakfast and dinner;
- Transportation with A/C, throughout the whole
trip;
· Air-tickets for domestic flights (Ashgabat-Mary);
· Air-tickets for domestic flights (Tashkent -
Urgench);
· English speaking escord guide.
Tour price does not include:
· Consular fees paid upon collection of the entrance
Visas to Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan;
- Full board (lunches and dinners) (**** USD per
person);
· Hotel charges for additional services;
· International flight tickets;
· Personal insurance and any items not mentioned
above.