November Uzbekistan Tour: Samarkand, Bukhara

Countries visited on this tour:

Uzbekistan

Itinerary

Day-by-day journey

Day 1

November 13, Friday

Cities visited: Istanbul · Urgench · Khiva
We meet at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal at ..:..'clock. After check-in, baggage drop and passport procedures, we depart to Urgench on the ... flight of ... Airlines.
Upon arrival at Urgench Airport, we complete visa, passport and baggage procedures, and after approximately 45 minutes by tour bus, we reach the city of Khiva, which resembles an open-air museum.
After settling into our hotel, we begin exploring Khiva, one of the best-preserved cities of the historic Silk Road.
During our program, we visit:
- Ata Darvaza and historic city gates
- Friday Mosque
- Kalta Minor Minaret
- Tash Hovli Palace
- Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah
- Allahkulu Khan Madrasah
- Pehlivan Mahmud Mausoleum
- Islam Hoja Minaret and Madrasah
- Kuhna Ark Palace
After dinner, we return to our hotel for the night.
Day 2

November 14, Saturday

Cities visited: Khiva · Bukhara
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Bukhara.
Along the way, we see the Kyzyl Kum, one of Central Asia's largest deserts, and the Syr Darya River, which has sustained civilizations throughout history, experiencing an unforgettable journey along the ancient Silk Road route.
Upon arrival in Bukhara, we begin our visits.
During our program, we visit:
- Emir Kupal Complex
- Kasr-i Arif
- Bahaeddin Naqshbandi Complex
After dinner, we settle into our hotel for the night.
Day 3

November 15, Sunday

Sacred Bukhara

Cities visited: Bukhara
After breakfast, we begin exploring the historic fabric of Bukhara.
During our program, we visit:
- Kalyan Minaret
- Kalyan Mosque
- Mir Arab Madrasah
- Leb-i Hawz
- Ulugh Beg Madrasah
- Covered bazaars and caravanserais
- Chor Minor Madrasah
- Ark Fortress
- Ismail Samani Mausoleum
- Fountain of Ayyub
- Bala Hauz Mosque
After dinner, we return to our hotel for the night.
Day 4

November 16, Monday

Cities visited: Bukhara · Samarkand

After breakfast, we continue our sightseeing in Bukhara.
We then travel to Samarkand by high-speed train.
Upon arrival in Samarkand, one of the most magnificent cities of ancient Turkic-Islamic civilization, we have dinner.
After the meal, we watch the captivating light and sound show at Registan Square, then return to our hotel for the night.
Day 5

November 17, Tuesday

Cities visited: Samarkand · Tashkent
After breakfast, we begin our city tour of Samarkand.
During our program, we visit:
- Gur-i Emir Mausoleum
- Imam Bukhari Complex
- Ulugh Beg Observatory
- Bibi Hanima Mosque
- Siab Bazaar
- Registan Square
After our tour, we travel to Tashkent by high-speed train.
After dinner, we return to our hotel for the night.
Day 6

November 18, Wednesday

Cities visited: Tashkent · Istanbul
At 12:00 pm, we depart our hotel and begin exploring Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.
During our program, we visit:
- Hazrat Imam Complex
- Amir Timur Square
- Chorsu Bazaar
- Independence Square
After dinner, we have free time on Broadway Street, known as the art and culture center of Tashkent.
We then proceed to the airport, and after check-in, baggage and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on the ... flight of ... Airlines.
With our arrival at Istanbul Airport, we conclude this unforgettable Central Asian journey, carrying in our memories the historic streets of Khiva, Bukhara's legacy of learning and wisdom, the splendor of Samarkand, and the modern face of Tashkent.

Services

What's included and what's not

Included

Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites mentioned in the program
Breakfast and dinner
Transfers within Uzbekistan (bus, train)
Hotel accommodation
Mandatory travel insurance
Guiding
Transfers
Professional guiding and hospitality
Flight ticket

Not included

International departure fee
Visa
Hotel extras
Personal expenses
Lunch

Important Information

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your return date.
A deposit of $500 is required at registration, with the remaining balance due 30 days before the tour departure date.
Cancellations made 30 days or more before the tour departure date will receive a full refund.
Cancellations made 29-16 days before the tour departure date will incur a $300 deduction from your refund.
Cancellations made 15-9 days before the tour departure date will incur a $500 deduction from your refund.
Cancellations made within 10 days before or after the tour departure date will incur a $900 deduction from your refund.

Essentials for This Tour

Comfortable, walking-friendly shoes are recommended.
Keep your passport with you during currency exchange transactions.
Since the climate is continental, bring clothing suitable for sudden weather changes.
Sweater, winter clothes and raincoat/jacket.
A practical portable prayer mat.
Your regular medications.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Uzbekistan tour cost?

Prices for the Uzbekistan tour start from 1,450 $ per person. See the tour detail page for room-based prices and child and infant prices.

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What sets Zem Tur tours apart?

From Umrah and Hajj to Jerusalem, Al-Andalus, Samarkand and the Balkans, we plan our routes with halal mindfulness. You travel with peace of mind through prayer times adapted to the program, halal meals and attentive guidance.

What is included and excluded in tour prices?

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Can I join alone? Do I have to choose a single room?

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Do you consider halal food and prayer times in your tours?

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