4 Days Adventure in Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Tashkent to Bukhara (by Afrosiyob Train) plus Walking City Tour
6 stops
1
Poi Kalyan Mosque
What you’ll see and do: One of Bukhara’s most famous landmarks — the Kalyan Minaret (built in 1127) was once the tallest building in Central Asia and guided caravans along the Silk Road. You’ll explore the Kalyan Mosque, still active today, and admire the intricate tilework of Mir-i-Arab Madrassah (viewed from outside, as it’s an active religious school). Your guide will share stories about its architectural genius and historical importance.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
Ark of Bukhara
What you’ll see and do: This ancient royal citadel was the residence of Bukhara’s Emirs for over a thousand years. Inside, travelers can explore small museums displaying royal artifacts, ancient weapons, and the Emir’s court rooms. The fortress walls and watchtowers offer panoramic views of the old city.
50 minutes • Admission ticket not included
3
What you’ll see and do: This beautiful square is the heart of Old Bukhara — surrounded by madrassahs and shaded by mulberry trees. Travelers can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, see the 16th-century Kukeldash Madrassah, and take photos by the reflecting pool (“Hauz” means pond). Your guide will explain how the complex became a key social hub during the Silk Road period.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Bolo Hauz Mosque
What you’ll see and do: Located across from the Ark Fortress, this elegant mosque (18th century) is known for its carved wooden pillars and reflective pond. Travelers can take photos of its stunning architecture and visit the interior prayer hall if open.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Chor Minor Madrasah
What you’ll see and do: A small yet unique 19th-century structure famous for its four blue-domed towers — each with different decorations. Your guide will explain its unusual design and hidden symbolism. There’s a small handicraft shop inside where you can climb to the rooftop for a panoramic view (optional).
20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
6
Taqi-Zargaron
What you’ll see and do: You’ll walk through three covered domes that once hosted Silk Road merchants. Today, they’re filled with stalls selling handmade carpets, jewelry, ceramics, and souvenirs. Your guide will explain the history of trade in medieval Bukhara and give you time for shopping or photography.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Bukhara to Samarkand (by Afrosiyob Train) Free time till afternoon
1 stop
7
Bukhara
Enjoy a relaxed morning in Bukhara — have tea by Lyabi Hauz, shop for local crafts, or stroll through the old city. In the afternoon, transfer to the train station for your Afrosiyob high-speed train departing at 16:16 PM. Arrive in Samarkand after about 1 hour 30 minutes, where your driver will meet you at the station and take you to your hotel for check-in. Overnight in Samarkand.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Day 3 – Samarkand City Tour Return to Tashkent
7 stops
8
Gur Emir Mausoleum
What you’ll see and do: This elegant mausoleum houses the tombs of Amir Temur (Tamerlane) and his descendants. The interior is richly decorated with gold leaf and turquoise tiles — one of the most beautiful examples of Timurid art. Your guide will share the story of how Tamerlane’s legacy shaped Central Asian history and global architecture.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
9
Registan
What you’ll see and do: This world-famous complex is the heart of Samarkand and one of the most iconic sites of the Silk Road. It features three grand madrasahs — Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilya-Kori — decorated with intricate blue and gold mosaics. Travelers can explore the courtyards, climb the madrassah steps for photos, and learn from the guide about Registan’s history as a center of education and trade. Typical visit time: 45–60 minutes
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
10
Bibi Khanym Mosque
What you’ll see and do: Once among the largest mosques in the Islamic world, this 15th-century monument was commissioned by Tamerlane in honor of his wife, Bibi-Khanum. Travelers can admire its massive entrance arch, towering minarets, and delicate calligraphy. The guide will explain the legend of how the mosque was built as a gift of love and devotion.
25 minutes • Admission ticket not included
11
Siab Bazaar
What you’ll see and do: A lively traditional market near Bibi-Khanum Mosque where locals buy fresh fruits, nuts, spices, and Samarkand bread (non). Travelers can explore the stalls, taste local sweets, or buy souvenirs and dried fruits. Your guide will introduce you to local products and help you interact with friendly vendors.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Necropolis Shah-i-Zinda
What you’ll see and do: This sacred avenue of mausoleums is one of Samarkand’s most breathtaking sites. Visitors walk along a narrow path lined with turquoise-tiled tombs of nobles, scholars, and family members of Prophet Muhammad’s cousin, Qusam ibn Abbas. It’s a deeply spiritual place filled
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
13
What you’ll see and do: This site, dedicated to the great Islamic scholar Imam al-Bukhari, is located 12 km outside Samarkand. Note: The complex is currently under renovation and not officially open. If open at the time of your visit, we will include a short guided visit. Otherwise, your guide will offer an alternative site (e.g., Konigil traditional paper-making village).
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
14
Tashkent
Return to Tashkent
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Day 4 – Tashkent Mountains Day Trip (Chimgan, Amirsoy and Charvak)
3 stops
15
What you’ll see and do: Continue to Amirsoy, Uzbekistan’s most modern mountain resort. You can stroll around the resort, take the optional cable car ride (ticket not included), or relax at one of the scenic restaurants. In winter, visitors may see skiers and snow activities; in summer, it’s perfect for photography and fresh mountain air.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
16
Chimgan
What you’ll see and do: Arrive in Chimgan Village, located in the foothills of the Western Tien Shan Mountains. Take a chairlift ride (included in your tour) to reach the top viewpoint, where you can enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped peaks and alpine meadows. Horse riding and ATV activities
40 minutes • Admission ticket free
17
Charvak Reservoir
What you’ll see and do: Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ugam-Chatkal National Park and stop at the Charvak Reservoir, a turquoise mountain lake surrounded by picturesque hills and small villages. Travelers can take beautiful photos of the lake, relax by the viewpoint, or enjoy a cup of tea at a local café.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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