The Discovery of the Islamic Heritage of Uzbekistan
The Land of Scholars & Silk Road Splendour
7 Days & 6 Nights
TOUR OVERVIEW
Uzbekistan stands as one of the most remarkable centres of Islamic civilisation along the ancient Silk Road. From the sacred mausoleums of Bukhara to the magnificent Registan of Samarkand, this journey traces the footsteps of great scholars, rulers, and spiritual leaders who shaped the Muslim world. Discover the resting place of Imam Al-Bukhari, marvel at centuries-old madrassahs and mosques, and experience the living heritage of a land where faith, knowledge, and architecture flourished for over a thousand years.
Day 1: Tashkent – Arrival & City Tour
Halal Full-Board arrangements
Arrival in Tashkent. Meeting and greeting by guide. Start of city tour visiting the Khasti Imam Complex, including the Mausoleum of Kaffal Ash-Shashi, Barak Khan Madrassah, Imam Bukhari High Religious School, and Tilla Sheikh Mosque. Visit the amazing new world-unique Islamic Civilization Center, a large esplanade housing several historic monuments: the Barak Khan medersa, where rare manuscripts are kept including the Koran of Osman (7th century), the Tellia Sheikh Mosque, and the Kafal Shashi Mausoleum. Lunch. Transfer and accommodation in hotel. Visiting the Museum of Applied Arts. Transfer to Minor Mosque. Dinner and overnight in Tashkent.
Day 2: Tashkent to Bukhara – Bullet Train & City Tour
Halal Full-Board arrangements
Early breakfast in the hotel. Transfer to train station. Depart to Bukhara by bullet train at 07:30 am. Arrival in Bukhara at 11:15 am. Lunch. City tour visiting the Ismael Samani Mausoleum (9th-10th century), vault of Bukhara's rulers dynasty, and the Chashma-e-Ayub Mausoleum (14th century). Visit Registan, Ark Fortress (16th century) and Bolo-Hauz Complex (18th century). Poi-Kalyan Ensemble including the Minaret (12th century), Mosque (15th century), and the functioning Madrassah Miri-Arab (16th century). Dinner and overnight in Bukhara.
Day 3: Bukhara – Trading Domes, Madrassahs & Naqshbandi Complex
Halal Full-Board arrangements
City tour visiting the Taqi (trading domes), Kukeldash Madrassah (16th century), Nadir Divanbegi (17th century), and Magok-i-Attari Mosque (16th century). Lunch. Tour out of Bukhara visiting the Naqshbandi Complex and Sitorai Mohi Hossa, the summer residence of the last Bukharian Amir (ruler). Dinner and overnight in Bukhara.
Day 4: Bukhara to Samarkand – Ceramics, Silk & Ancient Wells
Halal Full-Board arrangements
After breakfast, transfer to Samarkand by air-conditioned tourist coach (295 km). On the way to Samarkand, visit the Gijduvan Ceramic and Silk producing workshop. Stop to see the ancient Malik Rabat water well of the 10th century. Lunch en route. Arrival in Samarkand. Dinner and overnight in Samarkand.
Day 5: Samarkand – Mausoleums, Registan & Siyab Bazaar
Halal Full-Board arrangements
We begin the day with a delightful breakfast as we set off to explore the city of Samarkand. Visit the Mausoleum of Qusam ibn Abbas, cousin of Rasulullah (s.a.w.), and the Mausoleum of Amir Temur, the medieval ruler who conquered half of Asia in the 14th century. Lunch. City tour visiting the Registan Ensemble including Ulugbek (15th century), Sher Dor (17th century), and Tillya-Kari Madrassahs (17th century). Shopping at the famous traditional Siyab Bazaar. Dinner and overnight in Samarkand.
Day 6: Samarkand to Tashkent – Imam Al-Bukhari Complex
Halal Full-Board arrangements
We start with our discovery tour out of Samarkand visiting the Imam Al-Bukhari Complex with the Mosque and Mausoleum. Lunch. Depart to Tashkent by air-conditioned comfortable tourist coach (310 km). Dinner and overnight in Tashkent.
Day 7: Tashkent – City Tour, Shopping & Departure
Exclusive Halal Breakfast arrangement
City tour visiting Independence Square, Amir Temur Square, and the Monument of Bravery. Lunch. Time reserved for shopping tour visiting the famous Chor-Su Bazaar and Alay Bazaar. Shopping tour at malls: Next Complex or Samarkand Darboza Complex. Transfer to airport for international flight departure.
What's Included
- ✓ Meet and assist at the Airport (Arriving & Departure)
- ✓ Accommodation at the best 4-star hotel groups based on double occupancy
- ✓ Full Halal board 100% Exclusive special Halal arrangements - Lunch & Dinner
- ✓ Private transportation
- ✓ Tashkent-Bukhara bullet train tickets (economy class)
- ✓ 24 hours full religious and personal assistance
- ✓ All local transport and hotel tourism taxes
- ✓ Personal and group security during the journey
- ✓ Assistance and serviced journey with a senior local Islamic bilingual staff during the journey and stay
- ✓ Tax free refund assistance during shopping and reclaim at the airport
- ✓ Praying at local mosques if required during the journey
- ✓ Visit to all Religious & Cultural city highlights
- ✓ Maqaams and Mosque visits
Not Included
- ✗ Air fare ticket
- ✗ Lunches
- ✗ Beverages
- ✗ Tips
- ✗ Expenses of personal nature
- ✗ Personal travel insurance
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We are able to deliver any combination of days and nights as you wish. Whether you prefer a shorter getaway or an extended exploration, we will craft the perfect itinerary for you.