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Explore ceramics with this in-depth course on Uzbek pottery. Learn to paint, glaze, decorate, and throw on a wheel. Perfect for all levels from novice to expert. Start your journey with a relaxing day in Tashkent and dinner in a vibrant garden. Venture to Rishtan the next day. Enjoy lunch at a teahouse en route and sightseeing in Kolkand. Spend a week taking hands-on lessons from Uzbekistan's primer potter. Spend two hours learning to paint pottery and two hours throwing on a wheel. All classes are held in a stunning outdoor studio with plenty of shade and fresh air. Have lunch in the studio and break for tea and treats to hear lectures about the meaning and history of ceramics in Uzbekistan. Spend a day exploring the surrounding area, including a visit to a weaving studio in Margilan, on an off day. Travel to Samarkand to see the main historic sights and visit craft studios in the city. Journey back to Tashkent for a market tour and farewell dinner.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
IAA meets travelers in the airport to escort them to accommodations.
Itinerary
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1Old Tashkent
Learn about the history of Uzbekistan through the lens of a literary legend and a specialized tour of his house in the old city.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Khan Palace
Venture to Rishtan and see the historic Khan Palace along the way. Take a guided tour to learn about the region and stretch your legs.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
3
Meet your master instructor and take your first class in the studio. Classes are split into painting and throwing with a break in between.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
4International Ceramic Center
Visit the new International Ceramics Center in Rishtan to explore the rich diversity of studios and techniques in the city. Translators accompany travelers to assist in conversations if desired.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
Enjoy in-depth classes with your instructor to learn the art of painting and crafting ceramics. Learn about the styles, patterns, and history of crafting ceramics in Uzbekistan.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
6Yodgorlik Silk Factory
Visit an atlas weaving silk factory in Margilan to understand how the local crafts influence each other.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
7
Enjoy in-depth classes with your instructor to learn the art of painting and crafting ceramics. Learn about the styles, patterns, and history of crafting ceramics in Uzbekistan.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
8
Enjoy in-depth classes with your instructor to learn the art of painting and crafting ceramics. Learn about the styles, patterns, and history of crafting ceramics in Uzbekistan.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
9
Enjoy in-depth classes with your instructor to learn the art of painting and crafting ceramics. Learn about the styles, patterns, and history of crafting ceramics in Uzbekistan.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
10Fergana
Visit the largest city in the Fergana valley for a fun excursion and to learn more about the history of the region.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
11
Enjoy tea and bites in a traditional topchan while venturing back to Tashkent.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
12Bibi Khanym Mosque
Visit one of the most famous sites in Uzbekistan with a guide.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
13Registan
Explore the historic center of Samarkand while overlooking the sites. Travelers may choose to enjoy a local wine tasting while taking in the views.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
14Samarkand
Enjoy regional specialties during a cooking class. Learn about significant dishes like plov and traditional cooking methods (participation is optional).
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
15Registan
Explore a local brewery located just behind the main square in Samarkand.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
16Samarkand
Explore the city with the help of translators and guides to learn about regional variations in ceramics.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
17
Learn about the history of the Korean diaspora to Uzbekistan. Explore the sites on this curated tour.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
18Chorsu Bazaar Tashkent
Explore the historic market of Tashkent with the help of guides and translators. Pick up last-minute souvenirs or enjoy street food.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
19Tashkent
Leave at any time. IAA will help travelers explore the city for travelers departing after 12PM.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Welcome to Uzbekistan
Journey to Rishtan
Rishtan Pottery (Day 1)
Rishtan Pottery (Day 2)
Rishtan Pottery (Day 3)
Rishtan Pottery (Day 4)
Rishtan Pottery (Day 5)
Return to Tashkent
Journey to Samarkand
Explore Samarkand
Pottery of Samarkand
Return to Tashkent
Farewell to Tashkent
Departure Day
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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