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In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great

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15 days
15 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Highlights

Connect with local life in comfort, with warm hospitality, and expert local guides in both Uzbekistan and Tajikistan

Follow the legacy of Alexander the Great across Central Asia, with insights into the conquests that shaped history

Step into the Silk Road story, where ornate Islamic schools (madrassahs), lively bazaars, and caravanserais recall centuries of trade in silk, spices, and ideas

Journey through diverse landscapes, from Uzbekistan’s desert cities to Tajikistan’s alpine lakes, lush valleys and high mountain passes

Itinerary

Step back in time and follow the path of a legendary conqueror on the "In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great" tour—a 15-day journey through Uzbekistan and the Silk Road’s storied landscapes. Starting and ending in Tashkent, this adventure appeals to experienced travelers eager to discover the ancient cities and traditions that shaped Central Asia.

Visit Tashkent’s fascinating museums, then journey to Samarkand’s breathtaking Registan Square. Wander the ancient towns of Bukhara and Termez, explore vibrant bazaars, ornate mosques, and majestic palaces. The trip also traverses Tajikistan’s spectacular Fann Mountains, with a stop at the stunning alpine lake of Iskander-Kul—named after Alexander himself.

A key highlight of this tour package is its seamless fusion of natural wonders and cultural treasures, granting travelers an immersive experience along the fabled Silk Route, where history and legend converge.

day 1Arrive Tashkent

On arrival into Tashkent you will be met and transferred to the group hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. This evening you will meet the rest of the group for dinner.
Overnight: Hotel Milan or similar
Note the hotel check-in time is 14:00 (2pm). Should you require an earlier check-in before 7:00am - you can book a pre-tour hotel night. Or you can book for the day room rate from 7:00-14:00 which is 50% of the room cost.

Meals
Dinner

day 2To Samarkand

day 3In Samarkand

day 4To Bukhara

day 5In Bukhara

day 6To Shahrisabz via Nautaka (Karshi)

day 7Day trip to Gilan, transfer to Samarkand

day 8Samarkand to Panjakent, Tajikistan via Jartepa Border Crossing

day 9To Dushanbe, Tajikistan

day 10In Dushanbe

day 11To Lake Iskanderkul

day 12To Khujand (Alexandria Eshata) via Istravshan

day 13Khujand to Tashkent, Uzbekistan

day 14In Tashkent

day 15In Tashkent, trip concludes

In the Footsteps of Alexander the Great

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What's Included

Accommodation
13 nights in comfortable hotel accommodation on a twinshare basis
Meals
14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
Transport
Transportation as indicated in the itinerary
Guide
Expert bilingual guide (different in each country)
Others
Airport transfers in Tashkent1 night in homestay on a multishare basisEntrance fees to museums and monumentsMedical kit

What's Excluded

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