Uzbekistan tour 8

Day 1: Tashkent

We are glad to meet you in Uzbekistan tour 8. In course of the tour you will visit the most interesting attractions that will show you their deep history. The tour will start with visiting the main square of the country The Independence square, which is known to be a toke of victory over fascism in World War II. After it you will stroll along the local Broadway that separates the Independence square and Amir Timur square. Don't miss the chance to have a ride in the famous for its beauty Tashkent metro. The first line of this sight was opened in 1977. Then you will head on to the old part of the city to visit Chorsu Bazaar, Kukaldash Madrasah and Hast Imam complex that consists of several madrasahs, mosques and mausoleum. Here you will also see the one of the most prominent sights of Uzbekistan the world's oldest Quran copy dating back to 8^th c. Quran belonged to Othman Ibn Affan, the Third Caliph who was killed by non-muslims in 8^th century. His blood spred over the Quran that you still can see on its pages. Don't miss the chance to see the wonder of the country in tours. Night is in a hotel.

 

Day 2: Tashkent - Bukhara (morning flight)

In the morning you will have a domestic flight to travel in Bukhara. Upon arrival you will enjoy the guide city tour where you will see practical all wonders of the city. Due to have a long history you will have an opportunity to witness the ancient citadel of 4^th century. Citadel Ark used to be a palace for several dynasties of Bukhara Empire. After it you will visit Samanids mausoleum that is considered to be a real masterpiece of architecture of 9^th -10^th century. Later on you will explore the Chashma Ayub, meaning Job's well and Bolo-Hauz mosque. That is known as mosque of forty columns that was erected to Bukhara governor Abu-Fayud Khan. Don't miss the have to walk along the shopping stores and visit the most famous madrasahs of Bukhara called Nodir Divan Begi. This site is also considered to be a part of Lyabi House Ensemble. The tour will end with visiting Poi Kalon complex, the unique sample of architectural art of Bukhara. 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 - Farap border

Transfer to Farab border (110 km), continue to Turkmenistan.