Day 1 Arrive Tashkent
Arrive in Tashkent at any time.
Day 2 Tashkent (B)
Tashkent is one of the oldest cities in Central Asia, dating back over 2000 years. Despite the new office buildings and modern metro system, Tashkent still retains its charm as a former Silk Road trading hub with its colourful Old Town and bustling markets.
Day 3-4 Samarkand (2B)
Marvel at the madrassahs and mosques that form one of Central Asia's most spectacular town centres as you wander about Registan Square.
Day 5-6 Bukhara (2B)
Bukhara is teeming with historic and dramatic architectural landmarks. Get lost exploring the maze of alleyways, visit the ancient fortress, or watch the world go by from Labi Hauz as you enjoy a fresh kebab.
Day 7-8 Khiva (2B)
Accross the vastness of the Kyzyl Kum Desert is the wonderfully preserved city of Kiva. This city is a living museum and there is plenty of time to go exploeing the mosques and the extrodinary Tash Khauli or 'Stone palace'.
Day 9-11 Karakum desert & Ashghbat (3B)
President Turkmenbashi has promised to take Turkmenistan in to the 'golden age'. Ashghbat, the capital city, is a perfect example with a blend of over-expensive projects and old trading markets selling local crafts.
Day 12 Mashhad (B)
An important pilgrimage site for Shi'ite Muslims, Mashhad is the religious heart of Iran. The town has beautiful mosques and the tomb of Imam Reza, containing two gold covered chambers.
Day 13-15 Shiraz (3B)
The heart of Persian culture; Shiraz is home to exquisite mausoleums housing the remains of some of country's most important cultural and historic icons including nearby Persepolis.
Day 16-18 Esfahan (3B)
Undoubtedly the most beautiful city in Iran, Esfahan is a delight to explore. Surrounding Imam, the massive town square, are beautiful bridges, blue-tiled mosques, colorful gardens, and a fascinating bazaar.
Day 19 Abyaneh (B)
Beautiful, traditional mountain village where time seems to have stood still.
Day 20 Kashan & Tehran (B)
Daring modern buildings stand beside ancient palaces and museums in the modern-day capital of Tehran.
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