Soul of the East

Program’s name: Soul of the East

Quantity of the days: 7 days

Day 1: Tashkent
Welcome to “Soul of the East” tour, where you will explore only the best site of the country. Today you will visit Independence square (Mustakillik square) that is always crowded and festive, and it has become a good tradition for newlyweds to visit it. If you want to immerse into the atmosphere of Tashkent you should stroll along the local Broadway. This is one of the most remarkable territories among citizens, after all at any season people can wander along this prominent Avenue. In the tour you will visit Tashkent metro, which was built in 1977. It is a charming site with stunning architecture. You will have a chance to take a ride on this metro. During the journey you will discover Chorsu Bazaar the name of the market is translated from Persian as "four roads", since in old times it was at this place that all the trade routes of the East were connected. After you will go to Kukaldash Madrasah and Hast Imam complex that consists of several madrasahs, mosques and mausoleum. Religious complex in Tashkent. The ensemble was built near the grave of the Imam of the city of Tashkent, a scholar, scholar of the Koran and hadith, one of the first preachers of Islam in Tashkent. The highlight of its excursion is the Othman Quran which is the world’s oldest Quran copy. Night will be in a local hotel.

Day 2: Tashkent – Bukhara
This day you will have a flight to Bukhara. There is the option to have a city tour today. Today you will explore the ancient Citadel Ark walls - an ancient citadel and more than 140 monuments, each with its own unique style of construction, amazing blocks and narrow streets of the old city. After you will overlook The mausoleum Chashma Ayub, Bukhara, Chashma-Ayub belongs to esteemed "places of trace" left by Holy persons. According to legend, the biblical prophet job (Ayub) passed here, and a well ("Chashma") appeared from the blow of his staff. Further you will wander along the shopping domes and visit one of the most famous madrasahs of Bukhara called Nodir Divan Begi. Today Nodir Divan-Begi ensemble is a favorite place of native citizens and guests of Bukhara. The atmosphere here is literally saturated with antiquity. The native traditions of the Uzbek people are read in every detail. In the conclusion of the tour you will explore Poi Kalon complex, this one of the main ones in the center of Bukhara is located at the intersection of the "four bazaars" trade routes. It consists of three structures built in the 12th - 16th centuries: Kalon minaret, Kalon mosque and Mir Arab Madrasah. Night is in a hotel.

Day 3: Bukhara
Kick the start with sightseeing tour in the amazing area of Bukhara. En route you will explore Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex, located few kilometers from Bukhara. Bahauddin Naqshbandi was a venerable religious person, in addition, he became a loyal and devoted mentor of Amir Temur. He received his religious heritage after making a pilgrimage to Mecca 32 times. After Uzbekistan became an independent state, the mausoleum was reconstructed and included in the UNESCO heritage list. After you will see residence of Bukhara Emirs named Sitorai Mohi Hosa complex. The Emir's summer Palace, known as "Sitorai Mohi Hosa", means "a Palace like the stars and moon". The Palace was the summer residence of the emirs (rulers of Bukhara). The construction of the Palace was started in the late 19th century, when the best Bukhara masters were sent to Russia (St. Petersburg and Yalta) to study the experience of Russian architects. Then you will head on to Sumiton village to find Chor Bakr memorial complex. In the suburban area of Bukhara, in the town of Sumitan, there is a cult Mazar called "Chor-Bakr" - "Four Brothers", popularly often called "city of the dead". Then you drive back to city. Overnight is in a hotel.

Day 4: Bukhara – Samarkand
You will have a morning train to Samarkand. In modern Samarkand, numerous ancient monuments of the era of Tamerlane and his ancestors have been preserved. The city, which is called the City of famous shadows, attracts the attention of tourists and scientists. This day you are going to have a wonderful city tour. You will explore: Registan square, Shakhi-Zindeh, Mausoleum Guri Emir and Bibi Khanum Mosque. It is difficult to find a place as beautiful as Registan, as well as historically important. The eyes of astounded travelers are always attracted by the bright blue domes of mosques, elegant high minarets and monumental portals. The complex of mausoleums and tombs in Samarkand is included in the UNESCO cultural heritage list. Shahi Zinda largely reflects all the historical milestones of the city's development and is a huge religious monument. Located in Samarkand, the Bibi Khanum mosque is a unique architectural and religious monument of the XV century, which is one of the main decorations of the ancient Asian city. The history of the construction of this temple has given rise to several folk legends. Night will be in the hotel.

Day 5: Samarkand – Tashkent
Adventure continues with discovering Samarkand. You will visit Ulughbek observatory, built in 15th century by Ulughbek, the Creator of a unique construction site, statesman, scientist, mathematician, poet, astronomer Mirzo Ulugbek – a man who revealed the secrets of the universe. The creation of an Observatory in Samarkand became possible because the great minds of the middle ages were United in an Alliance: a brilliant ruler of a rich state with advanced views and material capabilities, and minds that were eager for discovery. During the tour you will stroll along the local Broadway. Then you can visit national bazaar Siab, the Bazaar is in demand, it is used to visit not only visiting tourists, but also local residents, among whom the popularity of the market does not fade over the years. In the afternoon you will transfer to Tashkent is by train. Night is in a hotel.

Day 6: Tashkent – Chimgan Mountains – Tashkent
Today you will drive to Chimgan Mountains. The most picturesque recreation area and ski resort located at an altitude of 1600 m above sea level. On arrival you will have a ski lift to get to the top to see Beldersay peak 30 min one-way. You will have a time to admire the nature and have a small walk. When you will go back you will make a stop at Charvak lakeside beach for free time and own water activities. Charvak reservoir or lake Charvak is one of the favorite places to relax near Tashkent. The reservoir is artificial. It was filled in 1970. In the end of the tour you will drive back to Tashkent. Night is in a hotel.

Day 7: Tashkent – Flight
Transfer to airport.