Uzbekistan and the Silk road tour
Uzbekistan and the Silk road tour
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Uzbekistan and the Silk road tour
11 Days Starting and ending in Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Visiting: Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, United Kingdom
Tour Overview
Uzbekistan has amazing architecture, mesmerizing monuments, a very interesting history and the connection with the famous Silk Road. Plus make cultural connections and get under the skin of the country during a home hosted meal and an historical theatrical performance.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 UK To Tashkent
Location: Tashkent
Accommodation: Fly to Tashkent
Today, you fly to Tashkent, Uzbekistan's capital city.
Day 2 Tashkent
Location: Tashkent
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Elements Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
After arriving at your first hotel and freshening up after your flight, it'll be time to get your first glimpse of Tashkent on a panoramic tour. The city is a real melting pot of architectural influences, from bustling bazaars to imposing Soviet-era structures. We'll pass a handful of it's highlights before you get to know your fellow travellers over a traditional meal.
Day 3 Tashkent - Khiva
Location: Tashkent, Khiva
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Hotel - Khiva
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we will be leaving the bright lights of Tashkent and will head to Khiva. This city is a haven for history buffs thanks to its dozens of architectural monuments which largely date back to the 19th century. Examples include the turquoise-tiled Kalta Minor Minaret and Tash-Khauli Palace, famed for its richly decorated interiors.
We'll also be shown around Ichan Kala, a UNESCO open-air museum at the heart of Khiva, by a Local Guide. Afterwards, you'll be able to explore a handicraft centre known for its woodcarving and carpet-weaving wares.
Day 4 Khiva - Bukhara
Location: Bukhara
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Bukhara
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner
Today we will take a journey by road from Khiva to Bukhara. Relax in comfortable road transport as you travel past stretches of untouched countryside and through the Kyzylkum desert.
Day 5 Bukhara
Location: Bukhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Bukhara
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today we'll explore Bukhara, once a major stop on the Silk Road and an important centre of Islamic culture. The city has no shortage of incredible monuments. A full day guided tour of this history city will unveil many of them, from the 288 splendid domes of the Poi-Kalyan Mosque to the Lyab-i Hauz comples of madrassahs which dates to the 16th and 17th centuries. Today's tour will also include a handful of unique heritage activities. Following this, you will sit down to try the national dish, Plov, for lunch. This delicacy will be hosted by a local in their home. In the afternoon, attend a puppet workshop where you'll learn how to craft a colourful puppet from papier mache, admire tiny works of art at the Bukhara miniature school and sip on fragrant teas at the Silk Road Spice teahouse while watching a performance from a local artist. In the evening, you'll get to sample regional delicacies at a local restaurant.
Day 6 Bukhara
Location: Bukhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Bukhara
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today you are completely free to explore Bukhara at your own pace. This old Silk Road city is perfect for walking and exploring ancient thoroughfares and smaller alleyways!
Day 7 Bukhara - Samarkand
Location: Bukhara, Samarkand
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Samarkand
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
You'll have another morning to explore Bukhara at your own pace. If you'd rather get out of the city, join our optional excursion to the Bahautdin Nakshbandi Necropolis (the burial tomb of Nakshbandi, the leader of Sufism) and the stunning Sitorai Mokhi Khosa Palace (the summer residence of the last Emir of Bukhara).
After lunch, we'll begin our two-hour train journey to Samarkand from Kagan.
Day 8 Samarkand
Location: Samarkand
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Samarkand
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The ancient city of Samarkand has a pretty turbulent history, from being captured by Alexander the Great in 329 BC to being ruled by Genghis Khan during the height of the Silk Road trade. As a result, it has an eclectic culture and fascinating mix of architectural styles, which we'll explore in detail.
After admiring attractions like the huge Siab bazaar and the mix of intricately tiled mausoleums, we'll embark on a wine-tasting tour at the Hovrenko Wine Factory. Samarkand's wine culture dates back centuries and you'll get to sample several on a tour of this 19th century winery. Later, we'll enjoy a historical theatrical performance complete with traditional music at the Samarkand Theatre of Historical Costumes.
Day 9 Samarkand
Location: Samarkand
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: Orient Star Samarkand
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner
Spend the day meandering around Samarkand's many majestic monuments, or sign up to our optional tour to Shakhrisbz. It's where Uzbekistan's national hero, Timur, was born in the 14th century, and it was later developed into a thriving city by his descendants. Admire the ruins of Ak-Saray Palace that are covered in gold mosaics, and the impressive Kok Gumbaz Mosque with its eye-catching blue dome.
In the evening, we'll all head to a friendly local restaurant, to try some of the exceptional food Uzbekistan has to offer.
Day 10 Samarkand - Tashkent
Location: Tashkent
Accommodation: Hotel, Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Elements Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy another morning exploring Samarkand, including a trip to the Afrasiab Museum of Samarkand that's full of ancient archaeological artefacts, and a stop at the Meros Paper Mill to learn about the historic art of papermaking.
In the afternoon, we'll take another high-speed train back to Tashkent and finish the day with a delicious dinner at a local restaurant near the hotel.
Day 11 Tashkent to UK
Location: Tashkent, United Kingdom
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we'll transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 & 4 star hotels -
Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guides
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Return flights from London
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9 nights in 3 star hotels plus 1 night in flight
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A guaranteed twin or double room of your own
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19 meals: 10 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 8 dinners plus a welcome drink & farewell get-together
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Overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
What's Not Included
Insurance
Accommodation
- Inspira S Hotel
- Hotel Inspira-S Tashkent features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Tashkent. The accommodation offers room service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi is available to all guests
- Orient Star Hotel - Khiva
- The Orient Star Bukhara is a 4 star hotel in the commercial area of Bukhara. Once an historical building, this hotel now features a restaurant and bar and rooms have wi-fi, air conditioning, TV, hairdryer, free toiletries and refridgerator.
- Orient Star Bukhara
- Ideally located in Bukhara, this 4 star hotel features a lovely buffet breakfast each morning in the hotels restaurant and also has its own bar. Rooms are spacious and have air conditioning, tv, fridge, kettle and a hairdryer.
- Orient Star Samarkand
- The hotel was established in 2001 and forms a part of net of Orient Star hotels. Your stay in the ancient city of Samarkand with its rich cultural and historical legacy will undoubtedly become unforgettable event. Orient Star hotel is located in historical part of the city. Room amenities - 24 –hours room service, mini bar, hair dryer, individually controlled air conditioning, Satellite television Hotel Services available - Lobby bar, Exchange office, swimming pool, Souvenir shop, Laundry service, 24 –hours room service, Free WI-FI and Internet access in the lobby.
- Inspira S
- Hotel Inspira-S Tashkent features a fitness centre, shared lounge, a restaurant and bar in Tashkent. The accommodation offers room service, an ATM and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Free WiFi is available to all guests.
Optional Excursions
- Local hammam experience
- Tour of the Necropolis & the summer residence of the last Emir
- Visit to Shahrisabz, the birthplace of Turco-Mogol conqueror Timur
Excursions Included
- Guided tour of Tashkent's highlights
- Walking tour of Khiva's architectural complex
- Visit a handicraft centre famed for woodcarving & carpet weaving
- Trip to see Bukhara's highlights, including the Fortress & Zindan prison
- Local puppetry & miniature school workshops
- Silk Road Spices tea-tasting with local artist performance
- Locally guided tour of Samarkand
- Wine-tasting at a local winery
- Traditional theatrical performance
- Cookery demonstration of traditional Uzbekistan cuisine in a local's home
- Lesson in the ancient art of papermaking
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
No and your own room is guaranteed!
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, Return flights from London
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, overseas transfers, other transportation & porterage
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Will I eat alone?
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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Am I guaranteed a room of my own?
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
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What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
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