Uzbekistan – The Hidden Gem of Central Asia

Departure from Sarajevo with a stopover in Istanbul, then continuing the flight to Tashkent. Arrival in Uzbekistan late in the evening and transfer to the hotel.

Sightseeing in the city and free time to rest after the journey. Overnight stay in Tashkent.

The day is dedicated to exploring the capital. Visits include the Hast Imam complex, famous for housing one of the oldest Qur’an manuscripts in the world, the Barak-Khan Madrasa, and the vibrant Chorsu Bazaar. A special experience is a tour of the Tashkent metro, known for its artistically designed stations. Overnight stay in Tashkent.

After breakfast, travel on the modern Afrosiyob high-speed train to Samarkand, the legendary Silk Road city. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy free time to rest or take an individual walk around the city. Overnight stay in Samarkand.

The day is dedicated to visiting the most significant historical sites of Samarkand. Visits include the magnificent Registan Square with its three monumental madrasas, the Bibi-Khanum Mosque, and the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, one of the holiest places in the city. Overnight stay in Samarkand.

In the morning, sightseeing in Samarkand continues, including the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the final resting place of Amir Timur. Afterwards, transfer to Bukhara. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy free time to explore the atmosphere of the old town. Overnight stay in Bukhara.

The day is dedicated to the spiritual and cultural heritage of Bukhara. Visits include the Bahauddin Naqshband complex and other significant sites of the Naqshbandi order. Afterwards, explore the old town center: the Ark Fortress, the Po-i-Kalyan complex with its famous minaret, the Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, and Lyabi-Hauz Square. Free time for bazaars and traditional crafts. Overnight stay in Bukhara.

After breakfast, organized transfer to the airport according to the flight schedule. End of the program and return home.