TREASURES OF UZBEKISTAN
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Route: Tashkent – Kokand – Fergana – Margilan – Rishtan – Tashkent – Nukus – Lake Sudochye – Barsa-Kelmes – Aral Sea – Muynak – Nukus – Ayaz-Kala – Khiva – Bukhara – Shahrisabz – Samarkand – Tashkent This grand 17-day circuit reveals the many faces of Uzbekistan, well beyond the beaten track. From the fertile Fergana Valley, cradle of silk, to the ghostly shores of the Aral Sea; from the lost fortresses of ancient Khorezm to the turquoise domes of Samarkand—this journey embraces two millennia of history, breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable encounters. A rare itinerary, designed for curious travellers who wish to discover Uzbekistan in depth. Practical information 🛏️ Comfort level: Good standard hotels in the cities. On day 6, overnight in a tent by the Aral Sea (basic comfort, guaranteed adventure). The rest of the trip offers standard comfort. 🥾 Physical condition: This trip is accessible to anyone in good general health. The 4×4 journey to the Aral Sea (day 6) involves long hours on rough terrain. Bring good closed shoes for archaeological sites. 🌦️ Climate: Light clothing is recommended in summer (April–September), with a sweater for the evenings. In winter (October–March), bring warm clothing. The Ustyurt plateau and the Aral Sea area can be windy and cool, even in summer. ℹ️ Note: The order of visits may be modified depending on local conditions and domestic flight schedules, without affecting the content of the program.
Highlights
🏺 Fergana Valley, cradle of ikat silk and traditional ceramics 🖼️ Savitsky Museum in Nukus, the "Louvre of the Steppes," world's second-largest collection of Russian avant-garde art 🌅 Aral Sea by 4×4, overnight camping by the water, ship graveyard of Moynaq 🏛️ Ancient fortresses of Ayaz-Kala and Toprak-Kala, remnants of a thousand-year-old civilization 🕌 Khiva, open-air museum city inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List 🪔 Bukhara the Noble, its 360 mosques and its trading domes 💎 Samarkand, pearl of the Silk Road — Registan, Shah-i-Zinda, Gur-Emir 👑 Shakhrisabz, birthplace of Tamerlane, UNESCO World Heritage site 🚄 Afrosiyob high-speed train, from Samarkand to Tashkent
Itinerary (17 days)
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport. Meet and greet by your driver and transfer to the hotel. Check-in and time to rest. In the afternoon, a first discovery of the Uzbek capital—a city of contrasts where Islamic heritage and Soviet modernity stand side by side. Visit the Barakhan Madrasa and the Hasti-Imam Complex, which houses one of the oldest copies of the Quran in the world: the Othman Manuscript, dating from the 7th century. Plunge into the bustle of Chorsu Bazaar, a vast covered market beneath a turquoise dome piled high with spices, dried fruits, golden flatbreads and embroidered suzanis. Visit the Kukaldash Madrasa (16th century), the Museum of the History of the Uzbek People and Independence Square. Discover the Tashkent Metro, whose lavishly decorated stations are considered among the most beautiful in the world. Lunch and dinner in the city. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.
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Reviews (1)
王芳 (Wang Fang)
这次17天的乌兹别克斯坦深度之旅简直是一生难忘的经历！从费尔干纳谷地到咸海，从希瓦古城到撒马尔罕，每一站都充满惊喜。在玛尔吉兰参观传统丝绸工厂，亲眼看到艾德莱斯绸的制作过程，让我对古代丝绸之路有了更深的理解。里什坦的陶瓷工坊也非常精彩，那些蓝白相间的传统花纹美得令人惊叹。 最震撼的是咸海之旅——乘坐越野车穿越卡拉卡尔帕克斯坦的月球般的荒漠景观，在咸海岸边的帐篷里过夜，看日出从干涸的海床升起，这种体验世界上独一无二。穆伊纳克的"船舶墓地"令人心痛，是20世纪最严重的生态灾难的见证，发人深省。 努库斯的萨维茨基博物馆被称为"草原上的卢浮宫"，俄罗斯先锋派艺术收藏令人叹为观止。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，而撒马尔罕的雷吉斯坦广场在夕阳下更是美得让人窒息——蓝色的穹顶、金色的马赛克、精美的书法装饰，无愧"东方明珠"的美誉。沙赫里萨布兹的阿克萨莱宫废墟也让人感受到帖木儿帝国昔日的辉煌。 导游英语流利，知识渊博，对历史文化的讲解非常专业。酒店舒适，餐食美味丰盛，行程安排合理紧凑。乌兹别克斯坦人民的热情好客让人感动。强烈推荐这条线路给所有热爱历史、文化和探险的朋友们！丝绸之路的魅力名不虚传，我一定会再来的！