THE JEWELS OF UZBEKISTAN
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From the ancient oasis of Khorezm to the turquoise domes of Samarkand, this two-week circuit immerses you in the soul of Uzbekistan. You will explore cities inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, sleep under the stars in a yurt camp in the Kyzylkum Desert, and share daily life with Uzbek families in mountain villages. A complete itinerary weaving together great historic cities, unspoilt nature and authentic encounters.
Highlights
Khiva, open-air museum city, jewel of Khorezm and UNESCO World Heritage Site Bukhara the Noble, its 360 mosques and the enchanting Lyabi-Khauz ensemble Night in a yurt in the Kyzylkum Desert, with Kazakh singing under the stars Camel ride through the dunes and a swim in Lake Aydarkul Village immersion in Ukhum and Hayat, with a trek to Bronze Age petroglyphs Samarkand, pearl of the Silk Road — Registan, Shah-i-Zinda, Gur-e Amir Shakhrisabz, birthplace of Tamerlane, UNESCO World Heritage Site Afrosiyob high-speed train from Samarkand to Tashkent
Itinerary (14 days)
Urgench – Transfer to Khiva Arrival at Urgench Airport. Your private driver welcomes you and takes you to Khiva (approx. 35 km, 40 min). Check-in at the hotel and time to rest after your journey. In the late afternoon, first discovery of Khiva, one of the legendary cities of the Khorezm oasis. Former capital of the Khanate of Khiva until 1920, this fortified city is today an open-air museum inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Behind its ochre earthen ramparts, over a thousand years of history unfold: the Kunya-Ark citadel, former residence of the khans; the Kurinish-Khana reception hall, adorned with sumptuous blue and white majolica tiles and finely carved wooden doors; alleyways lined with nineteen madrasas; and the impressive Djuma Mosque, whose 218 carved columns — some dating back to the 10th century — create an evocative forest of wood offering welcome shade. Lunch and dinner in town. Overnight at hotel in Khiva.
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Reviews (4)
Robert Davies
An absolutely fantastic trip from start to finish. Khiva felt like stepping back in time, Bukhara was atmospheric and full of character, and Samarkand simply took my breath away — the Registan at sunset is one of the most stunning sights I've ever seen. The night in a yurt in the Kyzylkum desert, with Kazakh songs around the campfire under a sky full of stars, was unforgettable. Staying with families in Ukhum and Hayat villages gave us a real insight into rural Uzbek life — incredibly warm and welcoming people. The trek to the Bronze Age petroglyphs was a highlight too. Our guide spoke excellent English, hotels were comfortable, food was delicious throughout. Highly recommended!
李伟 (Li Wei)
这次乌兹别克斯坦之旅真是太棒了！从希瓦古城到布哈拉，再到撒马尔罕，每一座城市都让人惊叹。希瓦的伊禅卡拉就像一座露天博物馆，布哈拉的拉比豪兹广场充满了浓郁的中亚风情，撒马尔罕的雷吉斯坦广场更是让人震撼，蓝色的穹顶和精美的马赛克令人难忘。在克孜勒库姆沙漠的蒙古包里过夜，听着哈萨克民歌，仰望满天繁星，是一生难忘的体验。在乌洪村和哈亚特村住在当地人家里，感受到了最真实的乌兹别克生活。导游英语流利，知识渊博，酒店舒适，饭菜美味。强烈推荐！丝绸之路真的名不虚传！
Giulia Romano
Un viaggio indimenticabile attraverso l'Uzbekistan! Khiva è come entrare in una fiaba delle Mille e una Notte, con i suoi minareti turchesi e le mura di terra cruda. Bukhara mi ha incantata con la sua atmosfera senza tempo, e il Registan di Samarcanda al tramonto è uno spettacolo che toglie il fiato. La notte in yurta nel deserto del Kyzylkum, con i canti kazaki sotto le stelle, è stata pura magia. L'ospitalità delle famiglie nei villaggi di Ukhum e Hayat mi ha commossa profondamente — persone semplici e generose. La nostra guida parlava un italiano eccellente ed era preparatissima. Hotel confortevoli, cibo delizioso. Consigliatissimo!
Véronique Tessier
Quel voyage extraordinaire ! De Khiva à Samarcande, chaque étape fut une découverte. La nuit sous la yourte dans le désert du Kyzylkum, avec les chants kazakhs autour du feu et un ciel étoilé à couper le souffle, restera gravée dans ma mémoire. L'immersion dans les villages d'Ukhum et Hayat, chez l'habitant, était d'une authenticité rare — quel accueil chaleureux ! La randonnée vers les pétroglyphes de l'âge du bronze était magique. Et que dire du Registan de Samarcande au coucher du soleil... tout simplement féerique. Notre guide francophone était passionnée et d'une grande culture. Hôtels confortables, repas délicieux, organisation parfaite. Merci pour ce voyage inoubliable !
