Uzbekistan 3 day tour

310 $

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3 Day

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All year

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Uzbekistan

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The three-day trip of Uzbekistan is brief but informative.

On the quickest train, the “Afrosiyob,” you will go to Samarkand, the most historic city in Uzbekistan. You will swiftly learn about Uzbek culture and history throughout this 3-day itinerary tour.

You will witness the wonders of Shakh-i Zinda, learn intriguing details about Ulugbek’s observatory, and visit the renowned Registon Square to see its three science-themed domes, or so-called “madrasahs.”

The sky-blue and gold mosaics of Samarkand draw travelers from all over the world and provide a wealth of information about the history and architecture of the ancient Arabs and Turks.

Book this short trip to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, and let the atmosphere of warm and welcoming Central Asia fill your head with images of old architecture.

Places You’ll See

Itinerary

Day 1: Tashkent

Flight to Tashkent.

Arrival in Tashkent International Airport named after Islam Karimov, first President of Uzbekistan.

Migration formalities usually take 20 min to 60 min: visa/passport control and baggage claim. Come out of the terminal and meet the staff holding a sign “ANUR TOUR” or with your name on it.

Transfer to the hotel. As Tashkent airport not far from the city center, the transfer will not take a long time (20 – 40 minutes depending on the hotel location).

Arrival in the hotel. Check-in.

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2: Tashkent - Samarkand - Tashkent

Breakfast at the hotel.

07:00 Transfer to the railway station in Tashkent.
08:00 Departure for Samarkand by high-speed train "Afrosiyob".

10:08 Arrival in Samarkand.

Come out of the terminal and meet the driver and guide.

Start sightseeing program in Samarkand (6 hours):

– Gur Emir Mausoleum – a burial vault of Timur the Great and his descendants decorated with gold ornaments and considered as one of the most significant places in the world;

– Continue to the famous Registan Square – the heart of Samarkand and a real masterpiece of Central Asian medieval architecture consists of three grandiose buildings: Ulughbek Madrassa, Madrassa Sherdor, and Madrassa Tilla Kori.

– Bibi Khanim Mosque – the biggest medieval building in the city which was one of the most magnificent mosques in the Islamic world in 15th Century;

– Shahi Zinda Necropolis – unique complex of Mausoleums  formed by standing on both sides of the cenotaph (an imaginary grave) belonging to the Muslim person named Saint Abbas ibn-Kussam;

– Samarkand bazaar – Siyab.

16:00 Transfer to the railway station in Samarkand.

17:06 Departure for Tashkent by high-speed train "Afrosiyob".

19:16 Arrival in Tashkent.

Come out of the terminal and meet the driver and transfer to he hotel

Resting time in the evening. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 3: Tashkent

Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 Start sightseeing tour of Tashkent (5-6 hrs) visiting old and new parts of the city:

Amir Timur Square, founded in 1882 and originally called Konstantinovsky Square, was renamed on August 31, 1994 after of the Amir Timur to honor the cultural and historical contribution of the great conqueror.
Around the Square there is the Museum of History of Timurids, Uzbekistan hotel, Forum Palace, and famous Tashkent striking clock.

Tashkent striking clock, one of the major symbols of Tashkent.

Theater Square with the Opera House: State Academic Theater of Uzbekistan named after Alisher Navoi built in 1947 is one of the best opera theater of the world performs both classical and national repertoires. 

Independence Square, the main square of Uzbekistan reflects the past, present and future of the country. There are fountains standing for the life energy of Uzbek people, the Cabinet and the Senate, the “Eternal flame" in honor of soldiers who died during the Second World War.
- Earthquake Memorial, the composition is devoted to the tragic date of earthquake in Tashkent on April 26, 1966, and is erected in the approximate place of the earthquake epicenter. Residents still come to the monument to honor those people who took a part in the reconstruction of Tashkent;

Khast Imam Square – a religious center of the city consisting of the Barakkhan madrasah; Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum and the library of Islamic Literature with the Holy Koran Book of the VII century (original Quran Othman). Khast Imam is one of the most significant spiritual centers in Central Asia and attracts the pilgrims and visitors all over the world.

Chorsu bazaar – the ancient bazaar of Tashkent. “Chorsu” means “four waters”, symbolically meaning the conjunction of four major parts of the old city in the bazaar where people come for trades. The bazaar beautiful blue dome, built in traditional style after the Tashkent earthquake, is often depicted in postcards and international magazines and became one of the major sights of interest both for locals and guests – one can see oriental tiled bazaar from different souvenir shops with ceramics, handicraft works, carpets and jewelry, the whole pavilion full of delirious fruits to the finest textiles and colorful fabrics.

Tashkent Metro (the first line was launched in 1977) with beautiful train stations each decorated in thematic style with traditional ornaments and special lightning.

Transfer to Tashkent International Airport.
Evening departure flight from Tashkent.

End of the tour.

Price Info

  • 1 pax - $530
  • 2-3 pax - $345/person
  • 4-5 pax - 310$/person
  • - Accommodation in standard double/twin rooms;
  • - All transfers as per program by comfortable tourist class transport as per road conditions including transfers to-from train stations, and airports;
  • - English-speaking professional licensed  local guides in Uzbekistan (2 standard excursions);
  • - Meals: breakfasts at the hotels;
  • - Single entry tickets to the sites, museums, mausoleums  and natural fees as per program;
  • - Train tickets Tashkent – Samarkand, Samarkand – Tashkent by speed trains "Afrosiab"/Sharq" (economy class);
  • - Tourist tax per person.
  • International flights to/from Tashkent;
  • Photo/video fees (professional camera);
  • E-visa to Uzbekistan (if required);
  • Meals: lunches and dinners;
  • Transport and guide service for free time after the standard city tours (can be added by request);
  • VAT 15 %, personal travel/medical insurance, portage, tips, personal expenses, and other services not specified under “Tour Price Includes”.

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