In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great
Uzbekistan
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A spectacular journey of discovery in the footsteps of Alexander the Great
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From 21/04/2025 to 04/10/2026
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Discover the desert city of Bukhara.
Take in the fabled Silk Road city of Samarkand.
Hike around the picturesque lake of the Fann mountains, Lake Iskander-Kul.
Marvel at splendid markets, minarets and medressa.
Experience the historic centre of Shakhrisabz.
Journey to the ancient city of Khujand.
14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinnersairport transfers in Tashkent13 nights in comfortable hotel accommodation on a twinshare basis1 night in homestay on a multishare basisexpert bilingual guide (different in each country)entrance fees to museums and monumentsprivate transport throughoutmedical kitWorld Expeditions does not require single travellers to pay a surcharge for travelling alone.
We will arrange for you to share accommodation with another traveller of the same gender and if we cannot match you up we will provide a single room at no extra charge.
If you prefer not to share a single supplement is payable to guarantee your own room.
Please refer to our website for the additional cost.
The hotels used in Central Asia are usually 3 star properties on a twin share basis.
Generally Russian in style.
All rooms have private facilities, however please bear in mind that plumbing can at times be dubious in Central Asia, even in the best hotels.
If you have a problem, advise your group leader, or floor attendant.
on this trip there will be two nights homestay which are on a multi share basis.
During our time in Tajikistan we will spend 2 nights in homestays, with local Tajik families.
This experience is appreciated by our clients, many of whom consider it a highlight as it provides an authentic cultural experience, interaction with a local family, and home cooked meals.
The home stay accommodation is basic with simple facilities and is typical of the homes in the area.
Accommodation is multi-share (3/4 per room) with mattresses and bedding provided by our hosts and shared toilet facilities.
Showers are available but hot water may be limited depending on demand.
These are not hotels and you should be prepared for a down to earth experience where you will be welcomed by the local community to learn of their way of life.
Group Size: 4 - 16.
Adventure Touring.
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Itinerary
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Follow in the footsteps of Alexander the Great and discover the fabled Silk Road oasis towns of Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara. After exploring the famous museums of Tashkent we travel to Samarkand with one of the most impressive sights in the region, Registan Square. Discover some of the oldest towns in the world with ancient mosques and palaces, citadels, minarets, colourful bazaars, highly-adorned mausoleums, and age-old traditions. This unforgettable adventure travels through the ancient cultural landscapes and spectacular landscapes of Tajikistan, one of Central Asia's most picturesque countries. Visit the stunning alpine lake of Iskander-Kul on the northern slopes of the Gissar Range in the Fann Mountains, where according to tradition the lake takes its name from Alexander the Great. If you are looking for an unforgettable experience exploring the hidden heart of Central Asia - its natural wonders are perfectly combined with cultural highlights to discover in depth the beauty of this historical region along the ancient Silk Route.
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