Discover the Wonders of Uzbekistan: A Unique Journey Along the Ancient Silk Road

Join us on an unforgettable adventure exploring the historic cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, where centuries of Silk Road heritage come to life.

Immerse yourself in the rich artistry of the region by learning to draw intricate geometric and biomorphic ornamental patterns alongside skilled local craftsmen and historians. This inspiring experience welcomes artists of all skill levels.

Watch a film that follows the 2025 Study trip

Watch a Particpant travel to class in Bukhara

Your Experience Includes:

• Comfortable accommodation throughout the trip (half board) in heritage hotels.

• Expert tuition in traditional artistic techniques

• Heritage classrooms

• All domestic and internal transportation

• Entry to all monumental heritage sites

• Hands-on craft activities and workshops – Inc Woodcarving and ceramics

• All necessary equipment and materials provided

Participants can choose from two options, available as either private occupancy or single-sex shared accommodation to suit your preferences.

International travel to and from Uzbekistan is the responsibility of the participants, Tour starts in Samakand and ends in Bukhara or Khiva. Flights are available to and from both locations. 

Afternoon – Check into Hotel Legende.

Hotel Legende is an atmospheric heritage hotel set within a mid-19th-century traditional house in Samarkand’s historic quarter, preserving original parts of the old building around a characterful courtyard filled with textiles, ceramics and local history.

7pm Traditional meal - Plov.

Traditional Uzbek Plov — Uzbekistan’s celebrated national dish prepared in front of us over an open fire, as rice, tender meat, carrots, onions and aromatic spices are slowly cooked together in a traditional kazan and shared as a communal meal.

Train from Samarkand to Bukhara.

Check into Bibi Hanum hotel

A beautifully restored heritage hotel in the heart of Bukhara’s Old City, with richly decorated traditional interiors and a peaceful courtyard, perfectly placed for exploring the city’s extraordinary architecture and monuments on foot.

10am ~ 1.30pm drawing class at Komal.

Komil is a beautifully preserved 19th-century merchant’s house in Bukhara’s Old City, with original hand-painted interiors, an exquisite historic dining room and peaceful traditional courtyards, offering an atmospheric immersion into the city’s rich architectural heritage.

7am - Sunrise walk to Chor Minor and meditation – optional, meet at hotel entrance.

Early breakfast - Checkout of Komil hotels.

Sleeper train - Bukhara to Khiva 6.30hr.

1pm - Bus to Khiva Muso To'ra Hotel

Muso To'ra Hotel is a charming, traditional boutique hotel in Khiva, created inside a converted historic madrasa. 

• Setting: A quiet location inside the old town (Ichan Kala), featuring a nice inner courtyard, garden, and terrace.

• Nearby Landmarks: Just a 2-minute walk from Tosh-hovli Palace and the Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum, and a 3-minute walk to the Kalta Minor Minaret.

2pm Lunch

3pm Meet by the Itchan Kala North Gate.