Welcome to Uzbekistan!
Join us for a 7-days and 6-nights all-inclusive Glatt Kosher journey across Uzbekistan with Young Professionals!
Welcome to SAMi’s Jewish Heritage trip to Uzbekistan 2024. This international trip will take place in Uzbekistan between August 25th - September 1st and will attract Young Jewish Professionals (ages 23-45) from all around USA.
About the Trip
Whether you are looking to tour through the blue-tiled mosques of Bukhara or travel to the city that is older then Rome like Samarkand. Uzbekistan has everything that you could want in an incredible travel destination. Located in central Asia, Uzbekistan is known for its incredible mosques, mausoleums, and other historic sites that are linked to the Silk Road (the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean).
The Bukharian Jewish Community has lived in central Asia since the destruction of the first Jewish Temple in 586 BCE. However not many tours shed the light on the Jewish presence in that region. SAMi is trying to change that by inviting you to join us on this journey together.
VACCINATIONS: None required
If you have any questions please contact us: admin@samiglobal.org
About Uzbekistan
Included in the Trip
Accommodation in hotels throughout Uzbekistan (7 nights - twin / two people per room, (Single room can be booked with an additional fee.)
Meals: FULL KOSHER BOARD (5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners)
Train ticket Tashkent - Samarkand (economy class)
Train/ Bus/ Flight ticket Samarkand - Bukhara (economy class)
Train/Bus ticket Bukhara - Tashkent (economy class)
Services for private vehicle with driver along the program
Bus with 2 drivers (45-51 seats, A/C stereo, DVD, microphone, refrigerator, baggage)
Tour Guide - speaking guide for all sightseeing and excursions from arrival till departure
Entrance fees to sites
All airport transfers
Mineral water 1 L per day / person
International air tickets ( we have partner with Nelly Beck Travels you can call them at this number and they will be happy to help you) 718-575-0017.
Flight insurance needs to be bought separately (you can ask that from Nelly Beck Travels as well) 718-575-0017.
Visa (we can provide it for additional charge or you can acquire it by yourselves here ) https://e-visa.gov.uz/main
Video and photo charges
Tips and gratuities
Any personal expenses
Any services not included in the above itinerary
Program excludes
$2,000 until June 30th
$2,200 until July 10th
$2,500 until July 30th
Prices
Frequently asked questions?
Do I need to be Bukharian or Sephardic to be on the trip? No!
What is the rooming situation like? Two per room (single room options available)
How much money should I bring? As much as you would like to spend
Do I need any vaccination? No, there are no any prerequisites for vaccination for travelers.
Do women have clothing limitations? Generally, there are no strict limitations on clothing, especially in Tashkent and other major cities, where particularly young people enjoy full liberty with clothing. You can frequently encounter young ladies wearing traditional Islamic covers, but this is a personal preference rather than a must. In some provinces, however, such as Ferghana Valley, it would be better to avoid wearing shorts. Same rule is applied when visiting religious places, mosques, mausoleums, etc. Also, ladies should cover their shoulders and chest and preferably wear a hat or a headscarf. In summer time it would be advisable to follow the above recommendation to protect yourself from the sun. Also, sun protection lotions can be used.
Is this for singles only? This trip is for singles and couples.
Does SAMi provides flight insurance? No, Flight insurance needs to be bought separately.