From the Silk Road to the City of Apples

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, transfer to the airport for a domestic flight to Urgench*. Once you have arrived at your destination you will transfer to Khiva (approx. 30 km), a lost oasis city in Kyzyl-Kum desert. With over 2500 years of history, it is a must-see when visiting Uzbekistan.

From here you will take part in a comprehensive visit of the Architectural Complex Ichan-Kala where you will stop by all its most emblematic buildings, including the Kalta Minor Minaret, the hotel converted Mokhamed Amin-Khan Madrasa, the Kunya Ark Castle and more. 

In the afternoon, visit the Bastion of Oq Sheykh Baba for a spectacular sunset view and a prime spot to take stunning photographs thanks to the immaculate panorama of Khiva. Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Khiva.

*The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the airline.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer by car to Bukhara (approx. 500 km). En route, you will cross the beautiful Kizil-Kum desert, known for its picturesque crimson-hued sand as well as the historic Amu Darya River. Upon arriving at your destination, check-in to your hotel and overnight stay in Bukhara.

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, transfer to Samarkand (approx. 290 km, 5 hours). Upon arrival, take part in a guided tour of this legendary city of Central Asia where you will gaze in awe at its most stunning landmarks, including the Ulugbek Observatory and its museum, the Gur-Emir Mausoleum, containing the tomb of King Tamerlane and his family.

You will end your visit at the iconic Registan Square, one of the most recognizable sites of the city, where you will stop by three great madrasas; the Tilla-Kari Madrasa (XVII century), Ulugbek Madrasa (XV century) and Sher-Dor Madrasa (XVII century). Return to your hotel and overnight stay in Samarkand.

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, visit the ‘Meros’ factory of ancient paper production. From here, we continue towards the Shakhi-Zinda Architectural Complex, the Bibi-Khanum Mosque, and finally the Siab Bazaar.

Later in the afternoon, transfer to the station to take the AFROSIAB/SHARQ train* to return to the capital. Upon arriving at Tashkent, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight stay in Tashkent.

*The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the railway company.

Breakfast at the hotel. It’s time to leave the beautiful Uzbekistan. Transfer to the airport for your flight to the City of Apples: Almaty, the most iconic city in the mountains of  Kazakhstan. Arrive at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

You will visit one of the city’s main attractions: Kok-Tobe Park, a garden area with picturesque terraces and groves rising 1130 meters above the city. From here you can admire a panoramic view of the mountains and the city. Overnight stay at Almaty.

Note: on the next step you’ll have the option to book half or full board during your stay in Almaty.

Breakfast at the hotel. You’ll leave the hotel to visit the most important landmarks of Almaty. You’ll visit the Park of 28 Guardians of Panfilov and the Cathedral of the Ascension, made entirely out of wood. Later you will feel the true spirit of the city, its atmosphere, flavors, and colors at the Museum of Musical Instruments and Green Bazaar.

You will then transfer to the Medeo Gorge, the highest skating stadium in the world and take a cable car up to Shymbulak Ski Resort, located in the valley of Trans-Ili Alatau and continue your way up to Talgar Peak.

In the afternoon you’ll be mesmerized by exotic birds of prey like saker falcons and golden eagles and interact with them at a Falcon Show at the Falconry Farm, before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay at Almaty.