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Wonders of the Silk Road

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From Ashgabat to Tashkent
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
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Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 18
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Ashgabat

    Start point
    Gorogly Street No. 7, Azadi St, Ashgabat 744000, Turkmenistan (Grand Turkmen Hotel, Hotel reception, 12:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sport Hotel), Hotel (Sport Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Ashgabat highlights
    • Visit Independence Park and Independence Monument
    • Visit Turkmenistan National Museum of History

    Optional Activities

    • Airport transfer from Ashgabat International Airport (ASB)
    Landmarks
    Independence Park
    Independence Monument
    Turkmenistan National Museum of History
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  2. Day 2

    Nissa

    Meals
    Lunch (Traditional Turkmen lunch including gutaps with various fillings, dograma, and traditional local cuisine), Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sport Hotel), Hotel (Sport Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Sunday morning market in Ashgabat
    • Visit fortress of Nissa
    • Traditional Turkmen cooking class including preparation of gutaps and authentic dishes
    • Lunch at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Nissa Fortress
  3. Day 3

    Ashgabat to Mary

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Mary), Hotel (Hotel Mary (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Travel through Kaka Oasis
    • Visit Abiverd fortress
    Landmarks
    Kaka Oasis
    Abiverd Fortress
  4. Day 4

    Mary

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hotel Mary), Hotel (Hotel Mary (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Explore ancient Merv ruins (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
    • Visit Mary Museum of History
    • View collection of Turkmen carpets and historical household objects
    Landmarks
    Ancient Merv
    Mary Museum of History
  5. Day 5

    Mary to Bukhara

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Asal Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Royal Bukhara Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Border crossing at Farab
    • Visit Taqi Telpak Furushon (bathhouses, arcades, caravanserai)
    • Visit Lyab-I Hauz architectural complex and Kukeldash Madrassa
    Landmarks
    Taqi Telpak Furushon
    Lyab-I Hauz
    Kukeldash Madrassa
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  6. Day 6

    Bukhara

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Asal Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Royal Bukhara Hotel (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Emir's Palace (Palace of Moon-like Stars) and White Hall
    • Visit Royal Ark
    • Visit Char Minar Mosque
    • Visit Ismael Samani Mausoleum
    • Walking tour of old town
    • Visit Abdul Khan Madrasah
    • Visit Mghoki Arrar Mosque
    • Visit Kalyan Minaret

    Optional Activities

    • Stop at a chaikhana (local tea house)
    Landmarks
    Emir's Palace
    Royal Ark
    Char Minar Mosque
    Ismael Samani Mausoleum
    Abdul Khan Madrasah
    Mghoki Arrar Mosque
    Kalyan Minaret
  7. Day 7

    Bukhara

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Asal Boutique Hotel), Hotel (Royal Bukhara Hotel (or similar))

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Bukhara independently
    • Visit additional sites not covered in previous tour
    • Relax at local venues
  8. Day 8

    Bukhara to Khiva

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Feruzkhan Hotel), Hotel (Feruzkhan Hotel (or similar))
    Landmarks
    Khiva Old City
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  9. Day 9

    Khiva to Urgench

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Sleeper Train (Overnight Train from Khiva to Samarkand), Sleeper Train (Overnight Train from Khiva to Samarkand (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kunya Ark
    • Visit Tah-Khauli Palace
    • Climb Dzhuma Minaret for panoramic views
    Landmarks
    Kunya Ark
    Tah-Khauli Palace
    Dzhuma Minaret
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  10. Day 10

    Samarkand

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mevlana Hotel), Hotel (Hotel Asia Samarkand (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to hotel
    • Visit Registan
    • Visit Bibi-Khanym Mosque
    • Visit Gur Emir Mausoleum
    Landmarks
    Registan
    Bibi-Khanym Mosque
    Gur Emir Mausoleum
  11. Day 11

    Samarkand

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Mevlana Hotel), Hotel (Hotel Asia Samarkand (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Ulug-Beg Observatory
    • Visit Shah-i-Zinda

    Optional Activities

    • Revisit Registan Square
    • Excursion to Afrosiab and Marakanda archaeological sites
    • Explore the bazaar
    • Wander old town alleys
    • Relax with traditional green tea (kokchai)
    Landmarks
    Ulug-Beg Observatory
    Shah-i-Zinda
    Afrosiab
    Marakanda
  12. Day 12

    Samarkand to Tashkent

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hampton by Hilton Tashkent), Hotel (Hotel Inspira-S Tashkent (or similar))

    Included Activities

    • Visit Chor-Su handicraft bazaar
    • Visit Mustakillik Square (Independence Square)
    • Visit Navoi Theatre
    • Visit Earthquake Monument
    • Ride Tashkent Metro
    Landmarks
    Chor-Su
    Mustakillik Square
    Navoi Theatre
    Earthquake Monument
    Tashkent Metro
  13. Day 13

    Tashkent

    End point
    45 Mirzamakhmud Musakhanov Street, Tashkent, Uzbekistan (Hotel Uzbekistan, Hotel reception, 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Airport transfer from Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS)
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    4.4
  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • A
    June 2nd, 2023
    4.5
    Samarkand was the highlight of my trip due to rich history and greatly preserved ancient architecture
    Traveled in May 2023
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  • A
    June 3rd, 2023
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    Architecture in Uzbekistan,
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    September 22nd, 2023
    4.5
    staying in an ex madrassa in the walled city museum that is Khiva.
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    September 24th, 2023
    4.7
    Too many things to mention, but Bukhara and Khiva were certainly highlights. Great hotels in those two.
    Traveled in September 2023
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  • A
    October 5th, 2023
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    Visiting the ancient desert settlements (Turkmenistan) and seeing the amazing city architecture (Uzbekistan).
    Traveled in September 2023
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    October 8th, 2023
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    Uzbekistan was an incredible place to visit, rich history, stunning architecture, warm culture, wonderful food even...
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    October 28th, 2022
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    Fascinating peek into a country at the crossroads of this part of Asia, taking influences from those who have passed...
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    Traveled in October 2022
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    Thanks for your feedback. Glad you had a nice trip. The Explore Team
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    4.5
    Shukhrat was excellent!
    Traveled in May 2019
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    Reply from: Explore!
    That is great to hear, we are glad you enjoyed your tour. Thanks, The Explore Team
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    3.3
    I liked the availability of water in the bus. That was a good idea and it saved time.
    Traveled in May 2019
    Review collected by Explore!
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    Thanks for your feedbaclk.
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  • A
    December 23rd, 2019
    4.8
    Our guide for Turkmenistan (Anna) was very helpful. When I asked about the best way of getting to the carpet museum...
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    Traveled in May 2019
    Review collected by Explore!
    Reply from: Explore!
    Thanks for your feedback, Glad to hear that you had a great trip and that Anna was so helpful in getting you to the carpet museum :)
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    Asked on December 24th, 2023

    Does your price include the cost of all visas? Does your price include the cost of airport transfers? Does your price include the cost of lunch and dinner? Will you book a tour for one person; and if so, what would you charge?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten December 2023

      Turkmenistan visa requires a single entry visa with invitation letter. Visa can be obtained upon arrival, costing $55 to $85 USD plus $14 immigration fee. Uzbekistan visa is free for some nationalities. Airport transfers available to/from Ashgabat International Airport and Tashkent International Airport. Single Land only cost is £2,944.00 per person. 12 breakfasts included, lunch and dinner not included.

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    Lawrence

    Asked on November 16th, 2022

    Can you advise of any Covid isolation requirements on entry to Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan

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      We recommend checking your local embassy or consulate's website for the latest up to date information. Checking on whether international travel is possible will remain the responsibility of the individual traveller.

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      Lawrence

      TravelerWritten November 2022

      Well given that one of the countries in your tour is closed, I'm a little perturbed that you are still happy to sell tours to unsuspecting travellers.

    • Explore!OperatorWritten November 2022

      We haven't got a departure until May so we will continue to monitor and look to make a decision by Feb/early March. if Turkmenistan is still not allowing entry then we would cancel the departure. For sure if we cancel the tour we will refund you all your money or give you an option to transfer money to another departure/another destination.

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