Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

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Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

11 Days Starting and ending in Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Visiting: Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, Shakhrisabz, Samarkand

Tour operator:

Titan Travel

Tour code:

TTBEK

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

12 - 24

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Please Advise Request

Tour operated in:

English

Tour Overview

Samarkand. Bukhara. Khiva. The names conjure up images of ‘Arabian Nights’, Eastern exoticism and caravans crossing the Red Desert to bring silks, spices and jewels to the bazaars of the Near East. Our Uzbekistan tours follow the Silk Road route, exploring the mosques, palaces, museums and madrasahs of these crossroad cities. Our adventure also takes us through the dramatic desert scenery of remote Karakalpakstan and reveals the grand tombs of the Biblical prophet Daniel and medieval warrior-emperor Tamerlane.

Highlights

  • Standing beneath and gazing in awe at the multi-coloured tilework of Abdul Aziz Khan Madrasah.

  • Full-day guided tour of Tashkent including the Khast-Imam Complex and the Museum of History of Uzbekistan.

  • Visits to Chilpyk and Tuprak Kala with lunch in a traditional yurt camp.

  • City tours of Khiva, Bukhara, Shakhrisabz, and Samarkand.

  • Traditional Bukharian cooking master class.

  • Afrosiyab Museum and the Mausoleum of Daniel in Samarkand.

  • Exploring the medieval Itchan Kala in Khiva, including the Djuma Mosque and Kuhna Ark fortress.

  • Crossing the dramatic landscapes of the Kyzyl Kum Desert.

Places You'll See

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Uzbekistan - Jewel of the Silk Road

Itinerary

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Day 1 : UK - In flight

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Location: Tashkent

Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your overnight flight to Tashkent.

Day 2 : Tashkent

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Location: Tashkent

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Wyndham Tashkent Hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

After arriving this morning, there’s time to relax at the hotel. We’ll head out this afternoon for a guided sightseeing tour of the city. Marvel at the remarkable Khast-Imam Complex, amble around the exhibits at the Museum of Applied Art and browse for souvenirs at the traditional Chorsu Bazaar.

Day 3 : Urgench - Khiva

Location: Khiva

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Asia Khiva Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fly to Urgench and continue by road to the walled city of Khiva. Along the way we’ll visit Ayaz-Kala Fortress, dating back to the II century AD and the heyday of the Kushan Empire and Toprak-Kala Fortress, the capital of Khorezm in the 3rd century.Then we move onto Akchakul Tourist Complex, on the shores of Akchakul Lake, where we will stop for lunch and some free time. After lunch, we'll continue on to Khiva.

Day 4 : Khiva

Location: Khiva

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Asia Khiva Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Khiva, a Silk Road city famed for its elegant architecture. Within the medieval Itchan Kala, the walled ‘inner town’, we’ll find the 18th-century Djuma Mosque, the Tosh-Hovli Palace, the vast Kuhna Ark fortress and the beautiful Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum. Tonight’s dinner will be accompanied by a live folk show.

Day 5 : Bukhara

Location: Bukhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Asia Bukhara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We leave Khiva, crossing the dramatic landscapes of the Kyzyl Kum, or Red Sand Desert, along the route once taken by the Silk Road caravan traders. We stop along the way, arriving in Bukhara this afternoon.

Day 6 : Bukhara

Location: Bukhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Asia Bukhara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

A guided city tour showcases the old town of Bukhara, an ancient Silk Road trading hub and important cultural centre, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Amongst other highlights we visit the 16th-century Kalyan Mosque, the multi-coloured Abdul Aziz Khan Madrasah and the turquoise-domed Mir-i-Arab Madrasah, looking like an image from the ‘Arabian Nights’. You’re then free to explore - perhaps browse through the souvenirs in the bazaars or relax in one of the city’s tea houses. This evening we’ll enjoy a traditional Bukharian cooking class and learn about the delicious regional cuisine, a fusion of Jewish and Central Asian flavours and traditions.

Day 7 : Bukhara

Location: Bukhara

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Asia Bukhara

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We head out of the city this morning to tour the Bahouddin Nakshbandi Mausoleum, an elegant memorial to a 14th-century Sufi scholar. We’ll also visit Sitorai-Mokhi-Hossa Palace, once the summer residence of the local emirs. Early this evening we’ll stroll to the Nadir Divan Begi madrasah for a folklore show.

Day 8 : Shakhrisabz - Samarkand

Location: Shakhrisabz

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Samarkand

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

We’ll journey to Shakhrisabz where we’ll take a city tour, including the ruins of Aqsaray Palace, Khazrati Imam Mosque, Jahangir Mausoleum and the Dorut Tilavat Complex, home to Kok Gumbaz Mosque. Continuing on, we’ll head for Samarkand, founded in the 7th-century BC. It was once the capital of a great empire ruled by the legendary warlord Tamerlane, and one of the most important cities along the Silk Road. Today, this ‘Crossroad of Cultures’ is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 9 : Samarkand

Location: Samarkand

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Samarkand

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A full-day sightseeing tour introduces us to Samarkand, ticking off the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the mosaic-covered Ulugh Beg Madrasah and the Bibi-Khanym Mosque, as well as the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, an imposing complex of 11 medieval mausolea. We sample some traditional Samarkand cuisine at local restaurants.

Day 10 : Samarkand - Tashkent

Location: Samarkand

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Wyndham Tashkent Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Another guided tour takes us to the fascinating 15th-century Ulugh Beg Observatory, the Afrosiyab Museum and the Mausoleum of Daniel, said to be the tomb of the Old Testament prophet. This afternoon we’ll take the train back to Tashkent.

Day 11 : Tashkent - UK

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Location: Tashkent

Meals Included: Breakfast

Take a guided walking tour of Tashkent, visiting the History Museum, Independence Square and the richly decorated Tashkent Metro. This afternoon we transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

What's Included

  • 9 nights in hotels and 1 in flight

  • International and internal flights as detailed. Prices are based on return flights with Uzbekistan Airways from London Heathrow.

  • Titan tour manager

  • 22 meals: 9 breakfasts 5 lunches 8 dinnersundefined excursions and visits

  • Full-day guided tour of Tashkent (including the Khast-Imam Complex and the Museum of History of Uzbekistan)

  • Visits to Ayaz-Kala Fortress and Toprak-Kala Fortress with lunch at Akchakul Tourist Complex; and Bahouddin Nakshbandi Mausoleum

  • City tours of Khiva, Bukhara, Shakhrisabz and Samarkand

  • 2 folklore shows

  • Traditional Bukharian cooking master class

  • Afrosiyab Museum and the Mausoleum of Daniel, SamarkandPlus

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What's Not Included

  • Tipping and Gratuities

  • Insurance

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of activities are included in the tour?

    The tour includes a variety of activities such as guided city tours, visits to historical sites and museums, a traditional Bukharian cooking master class, and two folklore shows. Additionally, there are opportunities to explore local bazaars and enjoy traditional meals.

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 9 nights in hotels and 1 night in flight. The accommodation will be as specified or similar.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour includes 23 meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 9 dinners.

  • What transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes international and internal flights, travel within the destination by coach, and a train journey from Samarkand to Tashkent.

  • Is there a VIP service included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service.

  • Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?

    Tipping and gratuities are not included in the tour package.

  • What historical sites will be visited during the tour?

    The tour includes visits to several historical sites such as the Khast-Imam Complex, the Museum of History of Uzbekistan, Chilpyk, Tuprak Kala, Bahouddin Nakshbandi Mausoleum, the ruins of Aqsaray Palace, Khazrati Imam Mosque, Jahangir Mausoleum, Dorut Tilavat Complex, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Ulugh Beg Madrasah, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, Ulugh Beg Observatory, and the Mausoleum of Daniel.

  • What cultural experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour offers cultural experiences such as a traditional Bukharian cooking master class, two folklore shows, and visits to local bazaars and tea houses.

  • What is the itinerary for the first day of the tour?

    On the first day, Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service will collect you from home for your overnight flight to Tashkent.

  • What can I expect on the last day of the tour?

    On the last day, you will take a guided walking tour of Tashkent, visiting the History Museum, Independence Square, and the richly decorated Tashkent Metro. In the afternoon, you will transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

  • Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?

    In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.

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Brian Jones (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from the great...

08-Apr-2024

Recently returned from the great Indian rail journey.My wife and I could hardly believe the value for money.From pick ups from Durham to Heathrow and back,to the number of coach and train journeys , quality hotels, great choice of food throughout and our first night in Heathrow Hilton. What really made our trip a success was our guide, Prashant,who managed a party of twenty four very varied, sometimes a little unpredictable travellers with ease.Nothing was too much trouble for him and as a group we gelled and warmed to Prashant as he kept us safe, well informed and a little entertained by his mix of authority and humanity.Where do I begin with the tour itself ? India,a country of extremes.Poverty,wealth,order,chaos.Sometimes bleak,often breathtakingly beautiful.The people,the cities,art, architecture,flaura and fauna.Delhi,Jaipur, Amritsar,Agra, Ranthambore, Chandigarh and the icing on the cake that is Shimla. An absolute masterclass of man versus nature,the railway and buildings are an unbelievable feat,but wait until you see the dual carriageway being built on the mountainside.🤯I could go on for a very long time but I'll just post some photos.Thanks to Titan,thanks to the excellent Prashant and and a massive thanks to the other twenty two travellers who helped shape our holiday of a lifetime.🏁💜

Odile Lawen (Google Reviewer)  

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11-Mar-2024

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Thomas Fisher (Google Reviewer)  

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13-Sep-2023

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Sarah Hoad  

Exceptional trip and service by Titan

04-Oct-2022

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Ms Margaret Aldgate  

Not merely a holiday, rather a memorable experience

29-Dec-2022

I have used other travel operators; this was the 1st time of touring with Titan----Israel, The Holy Land, from being collected from home and returned at the end of the holiday this was an unforgettable experience; the Tour Manager, a PhD Archaeology made the whole tour so interesting, he enlightened us throughout each day from an historical, archeological and Biblical viewpoint, bringing each site we visited come to life, and went over and above his remit escorting us for evening trips around the local area; thanks also to our very patient driver who coped with the very busy traffic; our hotels were good, professional and pleasant staff and really good food; I would recommend Titan to anyone looking for a fascinating tour with excellent efficient service thank you Titan nor just for a holiday for a memorable experience

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Sella Shan (Google Reviewer)  

We had a 2 weeks...

05-Dec-2023

We had a 2 weeks fantastic holiday arranged by Titan to Vietnam and Cambodia. Excellent,well organised Throughly enjoyed. Very good service by Vietnam Airlines, if you could afford book it in premium economy. We had a door to door service , picked up to airport from home and then dropped at home from airport, very convinient. Particular credit goes to our guide THI who is a caring, knolegeable, friendly down to earth man who made our trip a memorable one. I will not hesitate to book another holiday through Titan, their staff are friendly and helpful

Eileen Bulsara (Google Reviewer)  

We had a fantastic holiday...

26-May-2023

We had a fantastic holiday in Mississippi. Right from our chauffeur driven car picking us up to the return journey, we had a great time. The first hotel The Gaylord was amazing,absolutely huge,first class. The second The Double tree in Memphis unfortunately wasn't, the hotel was tired and very basic, the only plus was where it is situated in the centre of town, we were only there two nights so it wasn't to bad. The American Queen Steam Boat was first class all the way, thoroughly enjoyed the seven nights sailing down the Mississippi. The last hotel the Sheraton New Orleans was very comfortable too. Our guide throughout our time away was Laura Tuttle. she was amazing, very knowledgeable, and helpful. We also had a coach driver Guil, who went over and beyond to give you the best time. Other coach guides included Jim,who was so funny, and also very knowledgeably. Very entertaining throughout. The entire itinerary itinerary was very well thought out, included a huge variety of visits to different Interesting locations. Highly recommend using Titan for all your holiday destinations.

Rob Steele (Google Reviewer)  

Review on “Cairo, Alexandra and...

26-Feb-2025

Review on “Cairo, Alexandra and a Nile Cruise" – 11 nights with Titan / Saga. 13-02-25 Overall the trip went very well, good journey from home with a car picking me up & transporting me from Cumbria to Heathrow & an adequate flight to Cairo with Egypt-Air. Met by our Tour Manager on arrival & transferred to our hotel. Hotel Swiss Inn Pyramids Resort was good Included Tours of The Pyramids & Alexandria were adequate Internal Transfer to Luxor was OK Our ship, The Nile Plaza was wonderful & the cruise fantastic with wonderful food, decent cabins & excellent staff. The included trips were well organised The flight home was OK with nice car & driver to take me back home. Pro’s Professional Tour Manager & knowledgeable Egyptologist for the duration of the trip. Decent hotel Excellent Nile Cruise ship serving fantastic food and excellent facilities including massage provided by very provisional masseur / masseuse Con’s Cairo hotel poorly located in October 5th City Scheduled trips often rearranged to generate time for optional extra money ones Optional trips sold at very high prices 3 unscheduled time consuming trips, an Alabaster outlet, an essential oils outlet & a Papyrus outlet – Prices in all 3 were exorbitantly high. Tour Manager & Egyptologist Tip expectation level of $60 / $80 each per person from a group of 35 – Even at the lower figure the tip alone (Without commission from the outlets & optional tours etc) works out at almost the ANNUAL salary of a Civil Engineer – Source https://www.timedoctor.com/blog/average-salary-in-egypt/ Overall summery Overall the trip offers excellent value for money, especially the pick-up & return home by car (Only one diversion to collect a couple en-route, total journey 8 hours Cumbria to Heathrow including stops) The trips included in the package were excellent as were the Hotel & Nile Cruiser. The group size of 35 was somewhat high but I’ll probably use Titan / Saga again &, with certain caveats as mentioned above, recommend them.

Susan Hawken (Google Reviewer)  

THE GREAT INDIAN RAIL JOURNEY!!!!...

03-Feb-2024

THE GREAT INDIAN RAIL JOURNEY!!!! (Dreadful) Avoid Titan and Saga at all costs. False descriptions of the tour and dreadful administration Returned to the UK last evening with a great sigh of relief after the worst holiday ever. 1. No block booking of airplane seats by Titan. (Husband and I sat apart on the long, overnight flight) 2. Unable to pre-book seats as Titan reference numbers did not coincide with anything. 3. Husband and I not sat together on any of the train journeys! In fact, on one occasion I was sat, alone on a sleeper carriage, a couple of carriages away from the rest of the group who were scattered over two or three carriages. Terrifying as a female to be sat alone in the midst of noisy locals!!!!! (Eventually the guide, Rahi, did come to rescue me and found a seat near the main group) 4. The guide, Rahi, would usually get off the coach and begin walking off without waiting for all the group to disembark the coach. (Spot the guide in the crowd!) 5. The guide, Rahi, refused to use any identifying prop such as a flag, hat, jacket or umbrella. Frightening to be in the manic crowds of Delhi and other crowded places to be unable to see the guide. 6. NO AUDIO HEADSET system on any excursion 7. The guide, Rahi, didn’t face the whole group, but stood sideways on and was unable to be heard by the majority. 8. OUTRAGEOUS behaviour by the guide when he enquired as to the whereabouts of my husband, whom I explained was in bed with an upset stomach and was feeling unwell. Rahi DID A REVERSE AIR PUNCH😳😳. This was in response to an earlier conversation when my husband had complained about our separate seating arrangements. TOTALLY UNPROFESSIONAL 9. When we arrived at Heathrow to find our aircraft seats were not allocated, we were advised to speak to our guide on arrival at Delhi. Rahi merely shrugged his shoulders and said he couldn’t do anything. 10. Tour pace incorrect - gruelling pace and only half a day relaxation due to the guide, Rahi, throwing in visits to shops and factories fie him to earn his commission as I head him tell another!!!!!!! 11. When off loaded the return flight due to illness, we were unable to get in contact with Titan/Saga. Left in Delhi without an hotel or flight!!! Found accommodation but didn’t remove shoes or clothes due to the poor standard. Final summary: Poor, disappointing, inefficient, incompetent, misleading, misrepresentations, are just a few words to describe.

Linda Vokes (Google Reviewer)  

Luxury VIP door to door...

17-Jul-2023

Luxury VIP door to door travel! I don't think so....Titan sent a Toyota Prius uber to Stanstead for a return journey to Newport, S Wales. 4 adults plus luggage! the experience was anything but luxurious. Contacted Titan on the return journey and since return. They simply didn't seem interested and offered us a £300 travel discount off a future trip! After a lot of emails they converted it to a £300 cash refund. Give it a lot of thought before booking !

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