8 days
Daily Tour
1 person
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Embark on an 8-day, 7-night gastronomic adventure through Uzbekistan with the Eastern Dastarkhan tour. This immersive experience takes you from the bustling capital of Tashkent to the historic cities of Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand. Along the way, you’ll delve into the rich tapestry of Uzbek culture, savoring traditional dishes like plov, shurpa, and tukhum-barak, and participating in hands-on cooking masterclasses. Beyond the culinary delights, the tour offers guided explorations of UNESCO World Heritage sites, vibrant bazaars, and architectural marvels, providing a holistic understanding of the nation’s heritage.
Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious traveler, this tour promises a feast for the senses. From tea tastings in historic teahouses to wine sampling at renowned wineries, every day presents a new flavor and story. Experience the warmth of Uzbek hospitality, the depth of its history, and the richness of its cuisine in this unforgettable journey.
Arrival in Tashkent in the early morning. Meeting at the airport. Seeing off and placing in the hotel. Breakfast at the hotel. At 09:30 a group gathering in the lobby and eviction from the hotel. At 10:00 the beginning of the tour around Tashkent: Hast-Imam Square, Barak-Khan Madrassah, Mausoleum of Kafal-al-Shashi Mazar. Lunch at the Plov field, where you will taste Tashkent plov. After lunch, continue the tour around the city: the Kukeldash Madrassah, the oldest bazaar in Tashkent – Chorsu, the Museum of Applied Arts, the Tashkent Metro. Dinner at the restaurant. * (Main course – Naryn). Transfer to the station. Night train to Urgench №56 (20: 20 – 12:22). Night on the train till Urgench.
Arrival to Urgench at 12:22. Meeting at the station of Urgench. Transfer to Khiva and accommodation at the hotel. Lunch in the national house (main dishes: shurpa, Khiva plov and khanskoe dish – tukhum-barak). Beginning of the tour around Khiva: Ichan-Kala (inner city of Khiva), Kunya-Ark Fortress, madrassah and the Minaret of Islam Khoja, Avesta Museum. Master class of cooking gum (pies) in a national house. Night at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Continuation of the excursion: Tash-Hauli palace, Juma mosque, minaret and madrasah of Muhammad Amin-khan, complex of Pakhlavan Mahmud. Departure to the restaurant (the main course is freshly grilled fish). Return to Khiva. Free time. Dinner at the restaurant (main course – Khorezm kebab). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Crossing the famous Kyzylkum desert along the Amu Darya River. Lunch on the way – lunch boxes. Arrival in Bukhara. Free time, visiting souvenir shops and workshops. Dinner at the restaurant (main course – tender beef according to the restaurant’s signature recipe). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion around Bukhara: mausoleum of Samanids, burial-vault of Chashma Ayub, Bolo-Hauz complex, ancient fortress Ark, complex Poi-Kalyan, madrassah of Abdulaziz-Khan, madrasah of Ulugbek. Lunch – tasting of Bukhara plov . After lunch, visit the Lyabi-Khauz ensemble, the Kukeldash Madrassah, the Nodir-Devon-Begim madrassah, the trading domes. Tea drinking in the tea house “Spices of the Silk Road” – tasting of tea with various spices and traditional Bukhara sweets. Folklore show in the Nodir Devon-Begi Madrassah. Dinner in the teahouse (main courses: assorted dolma, Bukhara somsa). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion around suburban objects of Bukhara: Sitorai Mohi Hosa palace, Bakhautdin Naqshbandi complex, Chor Bakr necropolis. Lunch in the Chaikh-Bakr Chaikhan – tandoor-kabob tasting (meat baked in tandoor). After lunch transfer to Samarkand. Visit to the winery. Khovrenko – wine tasting. Master class of cooking manti in the national house (main dishes: manti, shurpa). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion around Samarkand: the Gur-Emir mausoleum is the burial-vault of the Great Tamerlane, Registan Square (Ulugbek madrasah, Sher-Dor madrasah, Tilla-Kari madrassah) is the most famous square in Central Asia. Lunch at the center of the pilch “Punjab” – tasting Samarkand plov. After lunch, visit the Bibi-Khanum mosque, architectural ensemble Shahi-Zinda, Ulugbek observatory. Departure from Samarkand on the express train “Afrosiab”. Arrival in Tashkent. Meeting at the station. Transfer and accommodation at the hotel. Dinner at the restaurant (main course – shish kebabs). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Check out from the hotel until 12:00. Free time without transport and sightseeing. It is recommended to visit the bazaars, walk around the city center. Transfer to the airport. Departure from Tashkent.
* In rare cases, due to circumstances beyond our control, restaurants and food points can be replaced by similar ones.
* The tour is guaranteed and will take place regardless of the number of participants.
No. An initial 10% advance payment is required upon booking. After receiving the contract, a further 15% is due within one working day. The remaining balance is payable in cash on the first day of the tour.
The tour's pace and content are tailored for adults. It's not recommended for children under 12 years old due to the intensive itinerary.
Yes. Additional nights in Tashkent or Bukhara can be arranged. Booking extra nights through the tour company includes complimentary airport-hotel-airport transfers.
Depending on group size, transportation ranges from sedans to minibuses, all equipped with air conditioning and certified by state agencies.
While no specific inoculations are required, it's advisable to consult your physician before traveling. Always drink bottled water and consider carrying iodine tablets for emergencies.
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