Samarkand
When someone whispers the word Samarkand, the word brings to mind bygone times or the tales of the Arabian Nights told at bedtime. It is a magical place where East and West meet, which reached its greatest splendour when Tamerlane, heir to Genghis Khan, made it his imperial capital.
This city's existence is explained by the so-called Silk Road, was the Central Asian crossroads where caravans laden with goods arrived and departed, serving people waiting along both sides of the route.
Group travel to Uzbekistan
Travelling to Uzbekistan brings to mind some of the most fascinating chapters of history. The ancient Silk Road passed through here, and it was here that Tamerlane declared himself heir to Genghis Khan. In more recent times, this republic witnessed the collapse of the USSR.
«The guide, Arnold Alí, was undoubtedly the best travel guide I have ever had: knowledgeable, kind and friendly… The group was small, with pleasant people interested in what we were seeing.»
JUAN G > September 2019
Our trips to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan
> 19-day trip
> Departures 5, 18, 29 JUL > 12 AUG > 5 SEP 2021
> Price from 2,560 €
We visit two very different Central Asian countries. In Uzbekistan, we follow the classic route through monumental Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, major stops on the ancient Silk Road. In mountainous Kyrgyzstan, with its wide-open spaces, we explore Lake Son Kul and the Tian Shan range.
> 11-day trip
> Departures 5, 18, 29 JUL > 12 AUG > 5 SEP > 3, 31 OCT 2021
> Price from 1,350 €
We will follow the classic route through the historic sights, with a detour to Sentiab between the Nurata Mountains and the Kyzylkum Desert, far from the bustle of the cities.
Travel to Uzbekistan
> 9-day trip
> Departure on 11 SEP 2021
> Price from 1,350 €
If you enjoy combining cycling with culture in ancient cities, Uzbekistan is fascinating. We explore a unique region where the Nuratau Mountains rise between two great Central Asian deserts: Kizil-Kum to the north and Kara-Kum to the south. Cyclists are rewarded with incredible landscapes that change with every kilometre, in the wonderful colours of deserts and mountain ranges.