CAGT-03 乌兹别克斯坦1国(5天)

Overview: Upon arrival in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Attractions: none

Activities: tourist vehicle

Accommodation: Bukhara

Dear friends, welcome to Bukhara, Uzbekistan! Called “Open-Air Museum”, Bukhara is UNESCO World Heritage city, located in south-central Uzbekistan, with over 2,500 years of history. During the 9th-10th centuries (Samanid Dynasty), Bukhara was the center of Persian civilization and was known as the “Pillar of the Islamic World.” From the 16th century to the early 20th century, it served as the capital of the Bukhara Khanate. Today, your group will travel to Bukhara. Upon arrival at either Bukhara International Airport or Bukhara Railway Station, our local driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel in the city center. (Tip: The railway station is about 11 km southeast of downtown - around 30-minute drive.) After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to freely explore Bukhara. iTip: If you arrive early, feel free to ask our travel advisors for “free-time suggestions.” Arrival Ideas: Bukhara is accessible by both flights and trains. Travelers can fly from Tashkent to Bukhara, or take high-speed trains connecting Bukhara with Tashkent and Khiva.

Overview: Enjoy full day Bukhara tour to explore all the highlights. (B)

Attractions: 7 sites

Activities: tourist vehicle

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Bukhara

Today, follow our guide to fully explore Bukhara, one of the most atmospheric cities along the Silk Road. Often called the “Second Mecca,” Bukhara has been a center of Islamic learning for centuries and is famous for its 2,500-year-old history as a Silk Road hub, from the era of the Samanids to the Timurids. This legendary city is also tied to the tales of One Thousand and One Nights and is the home of the beloved folk character Afandi. Bukhara is wonderfully walkable - most of its landmarks are within a compact 6 km stretch - making it easy to immerse yourself in its living history, lively bazaars, and warm local atmosphere. Your exploration begins at Chor Minor Madrasah, the four-towered gem that once graced the cover of Lonely Planet Central Asia. Built in 1807 by the wealthy merchant Khalif Niyazkul, its four unique minarets are believed to represent the four major religions of the world, with decorations that some interpret as Buddhist prayer wheels, Christian crosses, Zoroastrian motifs, and Islamic patterns. This charming structure is all that remains of a once-grand madrasa complex. Continue to Lyabi Hauz Ensemble, the beating heart of Bukhara since the 17th century. Built around a peaceful pool shaded by mulberry trees, this square was once a lively Silk Road trading hub. Its three surrounding monuments - the Nadir Divan-Beghi Madrasah, the Nadir Divan-Beghi Khanaka (Sufi hospice), and the Kukeldash Madrasah - are masterpieces of Central Asian architecture. Today, Lyabi Hauz remains the social center of the city, lined with cafes where locals sip tea and travelers watch the world go by. Don't miss the playful statue of Khodja Nasreddin (Afandi), the wise fool of Sufi legend, riding his donkey. Nearby is the Magoki Attori Mosque, Bukhara's oldest surviving mosque, dating back to the 9th–10th centuries. Situated 4.5 meters below ground level, this mosque is a true archaeological wonder, displaying ancient brickwork and terracotta ornamentation. It now houses a small carpet museum (admission self-pay). From there, stroll through Bukhara's famous Trading Domes, a network of 16th-century domed bazaars - Toki-Zargaron, Toki-Sarrofon, Telpak-Furushon, and Tim Abdullah Khan. Once bustling hubs for jewelers, money changers, and silk merchants, they still sell traditional crafts, carpets, and souvenirs, allowing you to experience Bukhara's mercantile spirit firsthand. Next, reach the Po-i-Kalyan Complex, the iconic centerpiece of Bukhara's skyline. Here you will admire the 47-meter-high Kalyan Minaret - so magnificent that Genghis Khan spared it from destruction. The adjacent Kalyan Mosque, with its 288 domes and capacity for 10,000 worshippers, and the Mir-i-Arab Madrasah, with its turquoise domes and active Islamic school, together form one of Central Asia's most stunning architectural ensembles. Your final stop is the Ark of Bukhara, the ancient fortress that served as the royal residence for centuries, and the nearby Bolo Hauz Mosque, known as the “Mosque of Forty Columns” for its 20 exquisitely carved wooden pillars reflected in the pool in front. Inside the Ark, explore its throne room, coronation mosque, and museums, or climb to the top for sweeping views over the city. After the tour, be escorted back to your hotel in Bukhara. Travel Note: This is primarily a walking tour through the historic old town of Bukhara. Most sites are pedestrian-only zones with no vehicle access.

Overview: Travel from Bukhara to Samarkand, enjoying the scenery along the way before checking into your hotel in Samarkand.

Attractions: none

Activities: tourist vehicle

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Samarkand

After breakfast, your group will leave Bukhara and drive toward Samarkand. The journey takes about 4.5-5 hours (about 278km). Shortly after departing Bukhara, you'll enter a vast, flat landscape - a semi-desert steppe painted in soft gray-yellow tones, dotted with drought-tolerant shrubs and camel-thorn bushes. Around the halfway point, the scenery shifts to endless cotton fields stretching to the horizon. In harvest season (September–October), you may see fluffy white cotton bolls opening across the fields and local farmers hand-picking the crop - an iconic sight of Uzbekistan. As you get closer to Samarkand, the land becomes greener and more fertile. Orchards of apricot and mulberry trees, vineyards, and well-kept farmlands line the road, signaling your approach to one of the Silk Road's greatest cities. Upon arrival in Samarkand, check in to your hotel and enjoy a comfortable stay in this legendary Silk Road destination.

Overview: Visit Gur Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Bibi Khanim Mosque, Siyab Bazaar, and the Shahi Zinda Necropolis, followed by a farewell dinner. (B+D)

Attractions: 5 sites

Activities: tourist vehicle

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Accommodation: Samarkand

Today, immerse yourself in Samarkand, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former capital of the Timurid Empire (14th–15th centuries). Known as Uzbekistan's cultural heart and second-largest city, Samarkand dazzles visitors with its monumental architecture, Silk Road legends, and vibrant bazaars. From the majestic Gur-e Amir Mausoleum to the iconic Registan Square, the grand Bibi Khanim Mosque, the breathtaking Shahi Zinda Necropolis, and the lively Siyab Bazaar, you will discover a city that celebrates the glory and power of the Timurid dynasty. Begin at Gur-e Amir Mausoleum, the final resting place of Amir Timur (Tamerlane), completed in 1404. This striking monument, crowned with a ribbed azure dome, served as a prototype for later Mughal architecture, including India's Taj Mahal. Step inside to marvel at its gilded interior, intricate jade tombstones, and delicate calligraphy. Look for Timur's legendary grave marker, said to carry a warning: “Whosoever disturbs my tomb will unleash an invader more terrible than I.” When Soviet archaeologists opened the tomb in June 1941, Nazi Germany invaded the USSR days later - a story that adds an air of mystery to your visit. Next, head to Registan Square, the heart of Samarkand and one of the Silk Road's most magnificent sights. Once a sandy gathering place for royal decrees, military parades, and festivals, it is now flanked by three resplendent madrasahs: Ulugh Beg Madrasa (1420), with its starry celestial mosaics; Sher-Dor Madrasa (1619), famed for its unique lion mosaics; and Tilya-Kori Madrasa (1660), with a dazzling gold-leaf dome that graces the cover of many guidebooks. By day, Registan is a masterpiece of symmetry and tilework; by night, it transforms under magical illuminations - a perfect spot for photography. Continue to the monumental Bibi Khanim Mosque, one of the largest in the Islamic world. Built in 1404 to honor Timur's wife, the mosque is steeped in legend - including the tale of the architect who dared to kiss Bibi Khanim and met Timur's wrath. Step inside to admire gilded decorations inspired by local embroidery traditions. Right nearby lies Siyab Bazaar, where you can sample Samarkand's famous round bread, dried fruits, and spices while mingling with locals - a lively reminder that Samarkand was once a key Silk Road trading hub. End your day with a stroll through Shahi Zinda Necropolis, an extraordinary “avenue of mausoleums” climbing a hillside. This necropolis, dating from the 11th to 15th centuries, contains some of the finest examples of Timurid-era tilework and the tombs of Timur's female relatives and high-ranking nobles. The site is also believed to house the grave of Qutham ibn Abbas, cousin of Prophet Muhammad, making it a revered pilgrimage site. With its brilliant turquoise domes and intricate mosaics, Shahi Zinda is not just a spiritual landmark but also one of Samarkand's most photogenic spots. AOT Special Farewell Dinner: This evening, enjoy a memorable meal hosted by Asia Odyssey Travel at a renowned local restaurant. Savor authentic Uzbek dishes and Central Asian fusion cuisine. Featured dinner includes starter, main course, dessert, water, and tea. All other beverages are charged separately based on consumption.

Overview: Check out of your hotel in Samarkand and be seen off for your departure. (B)

Attractions: none

Activities: tourist vehicle

Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, it's time to conclude your 5 days Uzbekistan group tour. Our local driver in Samarkand will escort you to the airport or train station for your departure to your next destination. (Travel Tip: Please share your flight or train details with us in advance so we can arrange your transfer smoothly.) Additional Transfer Service (Extra Fee Required): If you need transfer services from Samarkand to Tashkent, please let us know in advance. While the tour officially ends in Samarkand (as it has its own airport and train station), we'll be happy to help you book train tickets to Tashkent and arrange transfers in Tashkent. Central Asia Trip Extension: Uzbekistan is only one part of “Five Stans” tour. If you have more time, you are welcome to join group tours to Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan. More landscapes and adventures await you. Thank you for choosing Asia Odyssey Travel for your Central Asia Group tour. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next adventure!

亲爱的朋友们，欢迎来到乌兹别克斯坦的布哈拉！布哈拉被称为“露天博物馆”，是联合国教科文组织世界遗产城市，位于乌兹别克斯坦中南部，拥有超过2500年的历史。在9至10世纪（萨曼王朝时期），布哈拉是波斯文明的中心，被誉为“伊斯兰世界的支柱”。从16世纪到20世纪初，它曾是布哈拉汗国的首都。 今天，您的团队将前往布哈拉。抵达布哈拉国际机场或布哈拉火车站后，我们的当地司机将等候接您，并送您前往市中心的酒店。（提示：火车站位于市中心东南约11公里处，车程约30分钟。） 入住后，当天剩余时间您可以自由探索布哈拉。 iTip： 如果您提前到达，欢迎向我们的旅行顾问咨询“自由活动建议”。 抵达方式建议： 布哈拉可通过飞机和火车抵达。游客可以从塔什干飞往布哈拉，或乘坐连接布哈拉与塔什干和希瓦的高铁。 概述：抵达乌兹别克斯坦布哈拉后，您将获得接机服务并送往酒店入住。 景点：无 交通与活动：旅游车辆 住宿：布哈拉

今天，跟随我们的导游，全面探索布哈拉——丝绸之路上最具氛围的城市之一。布哈拉常被称为“第二麦加”，几个世纪以来一直是伊斯兰学术中心，以其2500年的丝绸之路枢纽历史而闻名，从萨曼王朝到帖木儿王朝时期。这座传奇城市还与《一千零一夜》的故事紧密相连，并且是深受人们喜爱的民间人物阿凡提的故乡。 布哈拉非常适合步行游览——大多数地标都集中在6公里的紧凑范围内——让您轻松沉浸在其鲜活的历史、热闹的集市和温暖的当地氛围中。 您的探索从查尔米纳尔经学院开始，这座四塔瑰宝曾登上《孤独星球：中亚》的封面。它由富商哈利夫·尼亚兹库尔于1807年建造，其四座独特的宣礼塔被认为代表世界四大宗教，其装饰有人解读为佛教祈祷轮、基督教十字架、琐罗亚斯德教图案和伊斯兰图案。这座迷人的建筑是一座曾经宏伟的经学院建筑群仅存的部分。 继续前往拉比豪兹建筑群，这里自17世纪以来一直是布哈拉跳动的心脏。这个广场围绕着一个宁静的池塘而建，桑树成荫，曾是丝绸之路上繁忙的贸易中心。周围的三座纪念碑——纳迪尔·迪万-贝吉经学院、纳迪尔·迪万-贝吉哈纳卡（苏菲修道院）和库克尔达什经学院——是中亚建筑的杰作。如今，拉比豪兹仍然是城市的社交中心，咖啡馆林立，当地人在此品茶，旅行者则看着人来人往。不要错过霍贾·纳斯尔丁（阿凡提）——苏菲传说中智慧的愚者——骑着他的驴的顽皮雕像。 附近是马戈基阿托里清真寺，布哈拉现存最古老的清真寺，可追溯到9至10世纪。这座清真寺位于地面以下4.5米处，是真正的考古奇观，展示了古老的砖砌和陶土装饰。它现在设有一个小型地毯博物馆（门票自理）。 从那里，漫步穿过布哈拉著名的贸易圆顶，这是一个由16世纪圆顶集市组成的网络——托基-扎尔加隆、托基-萨罗丰、特尔帕克-富鲁尚和蒂姆·阿卜杜拉汗。这些集市曾是珠宝商、货币兑换商和丝绸商人的繁华中心，至今仍出售传统工艺品、地毯和纪念品，让您亲身体验布哈拉的商业精神。 接下来，到达波伊卡扬建筑群，布哈拉天际线的标志性中心。在这里，您将欣赏到47米高的卡扬宣礼塔——它如此壮丽，以至于成吉思汗都免于将其摧毁。相邻的卡扬清真寺拥有288个圆顶，可容纳1万名礼拜者，以及拥有绿松石圆顶和活跃伊斯兰学校的米尔-伊-阿拉伯经学院，共同构成了中亚最令人惊叹的建筑群之一。 您的最后一站是布哈拉方舟，这座古老的堡垒几个世纪以来一直是皇家住所，以及附近的博洛豪兹清真寺，因其20根精美雕刻的木柱倒映在前面的水池中而被称为“四十柱清真寺”。在方舟内，探索其王座室、加冕清真寺和博物馆，或爬到顶部俯瞰城市全景。 游览结束后，送您返回布哈拉的酒店。 iTravel备注： 这主要是一次穿越布哈拉历史老城的步行游览。大多数景点是步行区，车辆无法进入。 概述：享受全天布哈拉之旅，探索所有亮点。（含早餐） 景点：7个景点 交通与活动：旅游车辆 用餐：早餐 住宿：布哈拉

早餐后，您的团队将离开布哈拉，驱车前往撒马尔罕。车程约4.5至5小时（约278公里）。 离开布哈拉后不久，您将进入一片广阔平坦的地貌——半沙漠草原，呈现出柔和的灰黄色调，点缀着耐旱灌木和骆驼刺丛。大约行程过半时，景色变为一望无际的棉田，一直延伸到地平线。在收获季节（9月至10月），您可能会看到田野里绽放的蓬松白色棉铃，以及当地农民手工采摘棉花——这是乌兹别克斯坦的标志性景象。 当您接近撒马尔罕时，土地变得更加翠绿肥沃。杏树和桑树果园、葡萄园以及打理良好的农田沿路排列，标志着您正在接近这座丝绸之路上的伟大城市之一。 抵达撒马尔罕后，入住酒店，在这座传奇的丝绸之路目的地享受舒适的住宿。 概述：从布哈拉前往撒马尔罕，沿途欣赏风景，然后入住撒马尔罕的酒店。 景点：无 交通与活动：旅游车辆 用餐：早餐 住宿：撒马尔罕

今天，您将深入探索撒马尔罕——联合国教科文组织世界遗产，帖木儿帝国（14至15世纪）的前首都。作为乌兹别克斯坦的文化中心和第二大城市，撒马尔罕以其宏伟的建筑、丝绸之路的传奇和热闹的集市让游客惊叹不已。从庄严的古尔·埃米尔陵墓到标志性的列吉斯坦广场、宏伟的比比·哈努姆清真寺、令人赞叹的沙伊·辛达陵墓群以及热闹的西亚布集市，您将探索这座彰显帖木儿王朝荣耀与权力的城市。 首先参观古尔·埃米尔陵墓，这是埃米尔·帖木儿（跛子帖木儿）的安息之地，于1404年竣工。这座引人注目的建筑顶部是棱纹的蔚蓝穹顶，后来成为莫卧儿建筑的典范，包括印度的泰姬陵。走进内部，欣赏镀金装饰、精致的碧玉墓碑和精美的书法。寻找帖木儿传说中的墓碑，据说上面刻有警告：“谁打扰我的陵墓，将释放一个比我更可怕的入侵者。”1941年6月，苏联考古学家打开陵墓几天后，纳粹德国入侵苏联——这个传说为您的参观增添了一份神秘色彩。 接下来，前往列吉斯坦广场，撒马尔罕的中心，也是丝绸之路上最壮丽的景观之一。这里曾是皇家法令、军事游行和节庆的沙地聚集地，现在两侧矗立着三座辉煌的神学院：乌鲁伯格神学院（1420年），拥有星空天体马赛克；谢尔多尔神学院（1619年），以其独特的狮子马赛克闻名；以及提拉卡利神学院（1660年），其耀眼的金箔穹顶出现在许多旅游指南的封面上。白天，列吉斯坦是对称和瓷砖工艺的杰作；夜晚，在迷人的灯光下变幻——是摄影的绝佳地点。 继续前往宏伟的比比·哈努姆清真寺，这是伊斯兰世界最大的清真寺之一。它建于1404年，为纪念帖木儿的妻子而建，充满了传奇故事——包括一位建筑师敢于亲吻比比·哈努姆并遭到帖木儿愤怒的故事。走进去欣赏受当地刺绣传统启发的镀金装饰。 就在附近是西亚布集市，您可以品尝撒马尔罕著名的圆面包、干果和香料，同时与当地人交流——这生动地提醒着人们，撒马尔罕曾是丝绸之路的重要贸易枢纽。 以漫步沙伊·辛达陵墓群结束您的一天，这是一个非凡的“陵墓大道”，沿着山坡向上延伸。这个陵墓群可追溯到11至15世纪，包含帖木儿时代瓷砖工艺的一些最佳范例，以及帖木儿女性亲属和高官贵族的陵墓。该遗址也被认为是先知穆罕默德的堂弟库萨姆·伊本·阿巴斯的墓地，使其成为受人尊敬的朝圣地。凭借其绚丽的绿松石穹顶和复杂的马赛克，沙伊·辛达不仅是一个宗教圣地，也是撒马尔罕最上镜的景点之一。 iAOT特别告别晚宴： 今晚，在亚洲奥德赛旅行安排的一家著名当地餐厅享用难忘的一餐。品尝正宗的乌兹别克菜肴和中亚融合美食。特色晚餐包括开胃菜、主菜、甜点、水和茶。所有其他饮料根据消费情况单独收费。 概述：参观古尔·埃米尔陵墓、列吉斯坦广场、比比·哈努姆清真寺、西亚布集市和沙伊·辛达陵墓群，随后享用告别晚宴。（含早餐+晚餐） 景点：5个景点 交通与活动：旅游车辆 用餐：早餐,晚餐 住宿：撒马尔罕

早餐后，您为期5天的乌兹别克斯坦团体游就此结束。我们在撒马尔罕的当地司机会送您前往机场或火车站，前往下一个目的地。（旅行提示：请提前将您的航班或火车信息告知我们，以便顺利安排送站服务。） 额外接送服务（需另付费）： 如果您需要从撒马尔罕到塔什干的接送服务，请提前告知我们。虽然旅行团在撒马尔罕正式结束（因为撒马尔罕有自己的机场和火车站），但我们很乐意帮您预订前往塔什干的火车票，并安排在塔什干的接送服务。 中亚行程延伸： 乌兹别克斯坦只是“五个斯坦”之旅的其中一部分。如果您有更多时间，欢迎参加前往吉尔吉斯斯坦、哈萨克斯坦、土库曼斯坦和塔吉克斯坦的团体游。更多的风景和冒险正等待着您。 感谢您选择亚洲奥德赛旅游（Asia Odyssey Travel）的中亚团体游。我们期待您再次归来，开启下一次冒险！ 概述：在撒马尔罕退房并送您离团。（含早餐） 景点：无 交通与活动：旅游车辆 用餐：早餐