Day 5

From Nourata to Samarkand - Exploring World Heritage

• After a rustic breakfast, you’ll continue your journey to the historic city of Samarkand.
• The journey takes 3 hours, but you’ll make a first stop at the Fortress of Nourata, an ancient bastion reconstructed by Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC. Here, you’ll also see the sacred Tchachma Spring, which, according to legend, was created by the prophet Job, and is still considered a place of healing by locals and remains a pilgrimage site for Muslims.
• In Nourata you will have time to take lunch.
• Finally, around 3:00 PM, you’ll arrive in Samarkand, where you’ll stay in a charming hotel located in the city’s historic center.
• You’ll have free time to relax and stroll through the cobblestone streets, soaking in the unique atmosphere of this ancient city before enjoying dinner at a traditional restaurant, where the taste of history blends with local cuisine and you can enjoy typical dishes like khingal.