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Archeological discoveries along the Great Silk Road

This in-depth archeological tour has been designed in close cooperation with historians and archeologists from the Institute of Archeology in Samarkand and provides a unique perspective on the archaeological excavations undertaken on the territory of Uzbekistan, offering you a total immersion in historical and cultural heritage of the areas through which Silk Road tracks passed.

11 days / 10 nights

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Photo expedition through Uzbekistan

This photo expedition will show you how rewarding it is to get off the beaten path in order to get to know the profound secret soul of Uzbekistan, that has always inspired photographers in search of pictures that convey stories.

16 days / 15 nights

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Navruz – the New Year Festival of Spring

Navruz, the national holiday of Uzbekistan, is deeply rooted in the rich heritage of the country's past. It falls on March 21st – vernal equinox and symbolizes the beginning of a calendar year in many oriental countries. From the times this holiday originated, Navruz has been mainly the festival of masses. On this day all over Uzbekistan there are numerous merry-meetings, popular folk games are organized including horse-back sport games, while children get gifts - sweets and penny whistles.

8 days / 7 nights

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Walking in the Footsteps of Zahir ad-Din Mohammed Babur

The descendent of Timur, the outstanding Uzbek poet, scholar and statesman – Zahir ad-Din Mohammaed Babur was born in Andijan on February 14th, 1483. His father Omar Shaikh Mirza – the great grandson of Amir Temur, was the ruler of Fergana principality while his mother Kutlug Nigar begim was the daughter of Yunuskhan, the renowned ruler of Tashkent and descendent of Genghis khan.

At the age of 12, after the death of his father in 1494, Babur ascended to the throne and became the ruler of Fergana principality. By that time the entire territory of Temur’s empire has been conquered by the Sheybanids dynasty. Babur undertakes tow campaigns against Samarkand in 1498 and in 1500 -1501 in order to liberate the city but failed to achieve success.

14 days / 13 nights

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Following the footsteps of Armenius Vamberi in Central Asia

Armenius Vambery, famous Hungarian orientalist, traveler, translator and writer undertook two travels in his life that brought him worldwide recognition and fame.

8 days / 7 nights

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New Year's Eve under the blue sky of Samarkand

Santa Claus sends his message to every child and adult of the world: Remember to be nice!
The niceness means be good to yourself, be friendly and helpful, and love the nature!

7 days / 6 nights

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Rail Journey along the Great Silk Road

This fascinating railway journey on one of the safest, most comfortable and reliable means of traveling runs along the trails of the Great Silk Road enabling you to visit the architectural masterpieces of Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva.

8 days / 7 nights

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Architectural Gems of Eastern Renaissance

Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, and Shakhrizabs, where cultural and spiritual values had been long since concentrated, outstanding scientific centers and schools were established, architecture, craftsmanship, and applied art were flourishing, played the role of main urban centres.

9 days / 8 nights

The Roads of the Silk Caravans

All branches of the Great Silk Road, which led to Eastern Turkestan and China, India and South Caucasus, Iran and Byzantium and further to Europe, intersected in Central Asia, on the territory of modern Uzbekistan. Silk, which gave name to this highway, was an important but not the only article of trade on caravan routes.

8 days / 7 nights

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The Country of Amir Temur

During the whole period of his reign, Temur was constantly dealing with the building activities: he created new and restructured old towns, built fortresses, and constructed irrigation systems. Having established huge empire and having become its absolute ruler – emir, Temur made Samarkand the capital of his state.

9 days / 8 nights

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Walking in the footsteps of Alexander the Great in Uzbekistan

Twenty-five centuries separate us from the time when Alexander the Great lived and performed his deeds. Still today the name of the great commander and statesman keeps drawing attention of historians, philosophers, archeologists, military specialists and all those who are interested in the history of human development.

9 days / 8 nights

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Following in the footsteps of the Buddhist pilgrim

In 629-645 A.D. a Chinese traveler, a Buddhist monk by the name of Xuan Zang (Sanzoh Houshi), crossed Central Asia on his way to India. It was during this time that diplomatic, trade, cultural and spiritual relations between China and Central Asia were at their peak.

8 days / 7 nights

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Following the footsteps of Avicenna

Ibn Sina (Avicenna) (980-1037) is one of the foremost philosophers of the golden age of Islamic tradition that also includes al-Farabi and Ibn Rushd. His medical expertise brought him to the attention of the Sultan of Bukhara, Nuh ibn Mansur, whom he treated successfully;

7 days / 6 nights

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The Ancient Customs of the Uzbeks

Most likely, everybody is familiar with the following collocation: "in accordance with the rites of hospitality". In a sense it reflects one of the most ancient and highly valued customs that has survived to our time. In the older days, however, among the peoples of the Orient, including the Uzbeks, hospitality was a must in terms of life standards and morality.

8 days / 7 nights

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Oriental Tale

Over the high fortress walls of big cities with their noisy markets and quarters of craftsmen, there worked skillful weavers; potters made and burnt dishes; armourers hammered swords and helmets; jewellers made wonderful decorations. The works of local masters were famous not only in the neighboring countries but also outside Central Asia.

8 days / 7 nights

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Photo Tour: Uzbekistan - Turkmenistan

Within the scope of this Photoworkshop you will, under the professional photographic direction of Antonino Zambito and in company of a native Guide, become brought up to the country and the people.

14 days / 13 nights

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