Between culture and traditions

Uzbekistan, a cosmopolitan country and a true cultural crossroads, welcomes us with open arms for a unique discovery of its legendary cultural heritage and a warm immersion in its Uzbek, Tajik, and Kazakh families.

This must-see journey fascinates us not only with its cultural wealth but also with its human connections, leaving us truly captivated. Let’s sail from one surprise to another and let ourselves be carried away by this colourful escape, full of enriching encounters!

Day 1: Tashkent – Nukus (Meals: B– ; Transport: domestic flight 1h40)
Arrival at Tashkent airport. We are welcomed by our guide/driver and transferred to our hotel.

Let’s set off on a panoramic tour of Uzbekistan’s capital. Visit of the Old Town: Khast-i Imam Square with the Barak-Khan Madrasah, the Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum, and the Tilla Shaykh Mosque. Enjoy a delicious (non-included) meal at a local restaurant…

Day 2: Nukus – Toprak Kala – Khiva (Meals: B– ; Transport: 250 km)
Let’s enjoy a delicious breakfast before setting off to explore one of the world’s most remarkable museums, created by Igor Savitsky. This desert gem is located in Nukus, the capital of the autonomous Republic of Karakalpakstan…

Day 3: Khiva (Meals: B–)
As usual, a hearty breakfast awaits us at the hotel. Once satisfied, we begin our exploration of the legendary city of Khiva. The entire day is dedicated to discovering this true open-air museum…

Day 4: Khiva – Bukhara (Meals: B– ; Transport: train 6 hours/450 km)
The traditional hotel breakfast gives us the energy we need for this fourth day. Our visit of Khiva ends with the Tash Khauli Palace, the beautiful residence of the Khan. We also have the opportunity to visit the Khan’s Harem…

Day 5: Bukhara (Meals: B–)
A day full of colour awaits us as we dive into the cultural heart of Bukhara’s oldest quarter. We begin with the discovery of the Ismail Samani Mausoleum (9th–10th century), the Chashma Ayub Mausoleum (12th–14th century), the Bolo Haouz Ensemble (18th century), the Ark Citadel (1st–4th century), and the Po-i-Kalyan complex (15th–16th century)…

Day 6: Bukhara (Meals: B–)
After breakfast, we head out from Bukhara to explore the beauty of the surrounding sites. The summer residence of the last Emir, Sitorai Mokhi Khosa, is truly stunning. The sacred site of Baha-ud-Din Naqshband offers us many surprises…

Day 7: Bukhara – Vobkent – Guijduvan – Rabati Malik – Samarkand (Meals: B– ; Transport: 280 km)
We set off early this morning, around 9:00 a.m., heading towards Vobkent, located 30 km from Bukhara. A series of visits to Uzbek heritage sites awaits us throughout the day. We begin with a 12th-century minaret. Then, we continue to Gijduvan, renowned for its fine ceramics, and take the opportunity to visit the home of a local ceramics family…

Day 8 : Samarkand (Meals: B-D)
A hearty breakfast is a must before we set off to discover the capital of the Timurid Empire.

Registan Square, the most magnificent complex in Central Asia and one of the finest in the Islamic world, awaits us…

Day 9 : Samarkand – Tashkent (Meals: BLD ; Transport: high-speed train 2h10/320 km)
On today’s programme: a visit to the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, a complex of over 20 mausoleums from different periods. Without a doubt, it is the most sacred site in Samarkand. This ensemble brings together all the architectural experimentation of the 14th and 15th centuries in a breathtaking display of ceramic art…

Day 10 : Return journey (Meals: B–)
Breakfast and transfer to the airport to catch our return flight.