2026 ICELAND SOLAR ECLIPSE
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Uzbekistan is a land of turquoise tiles, towering minarets, and breathtaking monuments. It’s a place where history whispers through the timeworn stone of its magnificent buildings. These structures, many commissioned by long-dead rulers, are a testament to their ambition to leave a lasting legacy. As you wander the sun-soaked streets of Samarkand, Tashkent, and Bukhara, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Uzbekistan is still relatively new to the tourism scene, but it’s an ideal destination for adventurous travellers. Explore mosques, mausoleums, and madrassahs that have been restored after decades of neglect, and marvel at the stunning blue-and-gold tile work that shimmers in the heat.
Our “Essential” holidays are perfect for those who prefer to explore at their own pace, knowing that all their accommodation, transfers, and travel are taken care of by us.
8 DAY HOLIDAY
INCLUDES:
- Return flights in economy class with Uzbekistan Airlines from London Heathrow
- All airport taxes & security charges
- Accommodation in a range of three-star hotels/guesthouses with breakfast
- Meals as specified (B= Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
- All transfers and transportation
- Sightseeing with English-speaking guide/driver
- Entrance fees on sightseeing tours
from £2335 per person
SUGGESTED ITINERARY
DAY 1 – FLY TO TASHKENT
DAY 2 – TASHKENT
Upon arrival in Tashkent, you’ll be greeted and taken to your hotel. Take some time to relax and unwind in the morning before we set out on an exciting afternoon sightseeing tour of this vibrant city. We’ll explore some of Tashkent’s most iconic landmarks, including the Old City, the Brak-Khan Madrassah, the Yunus-Khan Mausoleum, the Kaffal-al Shashi Mazar, the Kukeldash Madrassah, the Museum of Applied Art, Independence Square, Friendship People’s Square, and the National Theatre of Opera and Ballet. It’s going to be a day filled with history, culture, and modern wonders!
DAY 3 – TASHKENT TO SAMARKAND
Take a high-speed train from Tashkent to Samarkand. Samarkand was a major city on the Silk Road, and the route itself was sometimes called the ‘Road to Samarkand’. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site with lots of cool sights to see. You can explore the famous Registan complex, which has three amazing madrassahs, and learn about the heart of ancient Samarkand.
DAY 4 – SAMARKAND
Spend the day exploring Samarkand. Visit the Shah I Zinda Necropolis, with its beautifully decorated tombs. Then, head out of the city to the observatory of Ulug Begh. This scholar-emperor was a math and astronomy buff, and many of the discoveries made here have been proven amazingly accurate by modern science. Later, check out the oldest part of Sarmarkand, Afrosiab.
DAY 5 – SAMARKAND TO BUKHARA
Take a train ride from Samarkand to Bukhara. Upon arrival, we’ll arrange a transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, we’ll explore some of Bukhara’s top attractions, like the stunning Summer Palace of the Bukharan Emirs and the beautiful Bolo Khauz Mosque.
DAY 6 – BUKHARA
Spend the day exploring Bukhara with your guide. This city was once a super important trading post, and it’s still the most complete example of a mediaeval city in Central Asia. You’ll love seeing the citadel with its mud brick walls and the amazing 10th century tomb of Ismail Samani.
DAY 7 – BUKHARA TO TASHKENT
Take a relaxing morning before your train to Tashkent. When you arrive, we’ll pick you up and take you to your hotel. (B)
DAY 8 – FLY TO THE UK
Head to the airport for our flight back to the UK. (B)
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01442 879787
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