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Explore kaleidoscopic bazaars
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Uzbekistan: Journey Along The Silk Route

Oct 12-23, 2023

12 days | Uzbekistan | Cultural Explorations

Get to the heart of central Asia on our modern-day caravan through Uzbekistan along the magic and mystery of the fabled Silk Route.

Discover the capital Tashkent, a fascinating mix of modern, post-Soviet city and traditional Uzbek town with leafy avenues and mud-walled houses. In the far West, visit the wonderful Savitsky Art Museum housing thousands of banned avant-garde Russian art pieces. A drive across the desert takes us to the beautifully intact architectural ensemble of Khiva, then onward to the living museum of Bukhara where we stay for three nights to explore this still very much lived-in old centre filled with medrassahs, minarets, a royal fortress and a mulberry tree-shaded oasis in its heart. The markets are a photographic delight and the flourishing arts and crafts enticing. In Samarkand discover a cornucopia of magnificent monuments including Registan Square, possibly the most awesome single sight in Central Asia.

The incredible sky-blue tile work, woven brick constructions, and brilliant fabrics of the Silk Road form a mosaic of vivid snapshots enhanced by warm Uzbek hospitality. An optional pre tour extension to Kyrgyzstan introduces the epic poem of the Manas, the vibrant mix of Soviet power and Asian traditions, and the stunning scenery of this mountainous country.
Cultural Explorations Classic Explorations Worldwide Explorers Club
Tour Cost (per person):
US$5695
Group Size:
10 - 14 participants

What’s included: Airport transfers on tour start and end dates; accommodations based on double occupancy in hotels listed or similar, ground transportation; all activities as described in the detailed itinerary; entrance fees to all sites visited with the group; services of English-speaking specialized guides; flight from Tashkent to Nukus, economy class, including taxes and one piece of checked luggage per person; meals as specified in itinerary; porterage of one standard piece of baggage per person; gratuities for guides, driver, and included meals; all taxes; services of your Tour Leader; fully escorted by our Uzbekistan Tour Director

"Julia's lectures, enlivened with her energy and enthusiasm, were most informative of the history and politics of the region. Julia was always of a positive demeanor and readily available." - Quest traveller

"Julia was amazing. Entertaining, extremely knowledgeable, friendly." - Quest traveller
"Julia's talks were mesmerizing. She provided on the ground information frequently as well. No questions were ever unanswered." - Quest traveller

"The music/dance/cultural performances and meals with families made the trip very special and enjoyable." - Quest traveller

Itinerary at a Glance

DayActivity
1Meet in Tashkent
2Monuments, mausoleums and the Chorsu Bazaar
3Flight to Nukus; The Museum of forbidden art
4Ancient citadels of the desert
5Explore Khiva’s spectacular old city
6Overland across the Red Sands Desert to Bukhara
7Palaces and bazaars in Bukhara
8Palace of Moon and Stars and artisan workshops
9Onward to historic Samarkand
10The fabled Registan Square and vibrant bazaars
11Tamerlane’s monuments, Ulug Bek Observatory, and train to Tashkent
12Depart Tashkent
Optional Extension: Kyrgyzstan
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Your Tour Leader

Julia Zarankin is an award-winning writer and lecturer who regularly teaches courses to lifelong learners about Russian and European culture and literature. She regularly shares her passion for cultural history with Toronto audiences at Hot Docs Curious Minds, the University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies, and the Royal Conservatory of Music.

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Cultural Explorations Classic Explorations Worldwide Explorers Club
Tour Cost (per person):
US$5695
Group Size:
10 - 14 participants

What’s included: Airport transfers on tour start and end dates; accommodations based on double occupancy in hotels listed or similar, ground transportation; all activities as described in the detailed itinerary; entrance fees to all sites visited with the group; services of English-speaking specialized guides; flight from Tashkent to Nukus, economy class, including taxes and one piece of checked luggage per person; meals as specified in itinerary; porterage of one standard piece of baggage per person; gratuities for guides, driver, and included meals; all taxes; services of your Tour Leader; fully escorted by our Uzbekistan Tour Director

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