Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran

Although being very different nowadays Iran and Central Asian countries have much in common in their history and culture. Following the Ancient Silk Road we offer exciting journey to Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Iran to touch the traces of ancient civilizations, admire wonderful Islamic medieval architecture, feel the atmosphere of oriental life. 

 Main highlights of the trip:

- visit Samarkand, the Timur's capital and walk along narrow streets of old Bukhara,

- explore the ancient Merv,

- visit Holy Shrine of Imam Reza in Mashhad- enjoy wonderful gardens and monuments of Shiraz

- see ancient Persepolis- learn about ancient Qanat water system, desert refrigeration system, and wind ventilation system

- visit Pasagardae, the ancient capital the Cyrus the Great

- see Shaking Minarets, wonderful bridges and many more in Isfahan

- share meals with local families from time to time during the trip

- wander through local bazaars full of oriental spirit and motion 

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