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THIS IS NOT THE FULL BROCHURE
We invite you to call Sarah or Gwen at 1-800-762-4216 to request the full brochure. The brochure will include Important Traveler Information (and answers to most questions) and a Reservation Form. We can send the brochure through the Postal Service or as a PDF attachment. If you would like to receive a PDF, probably the best way to keep the message from going into a SPAM filter is to send a message to sarahb@serioustraveler.com. If you are already on our mailing list, no need to complete the entire brochure request form.
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Uzbekistan: Tashkent • Samarkand • Shakre Sabz
Bukhara • Sitora-i-Mokhikhosa • Khiva
Turkmenistan: Tashauz • Kunya Urgench • Ashgabat • Nisa • Erbent • Mary (Merv)
March 21 - April 4, 2012 • 15 Days
$5790 per person double occupancy
with air from New York, JFK via TURKISH AIRLINES
plus departure taxes of $448 and Uzbekistan
Visa fee of $166 and Turkmenistan Visa fee of $110
Single Supplement $870
April 4 - 8, 2012 • 4 additional days
$1880 per person double occupancy with
air return from Mashad, Tehran
plus Iran Visa fee of $124
Single Supplement $510
 
Dear Serious Traveler,
This is a part of the legendary Great Silk Road that stretched from Xi’an (Chang’an) in China to Kashgar, continued west, through Central Asia and Iran to the Caspian en route to its ultimate western terminus, the Roman Empire in Europe. Conquerors such as Darius, Cyrus Alexander, Genghis Khan, Tamarlane and Babur all led military missions and left their marks. More recently control of Central Asia contested by the Russians and British in what became known as the “Great Game”. 
Marco Polo and Ibn Batata explored this area. As modern-day travelers, you can be a part of the vast flow of explorers, writers, conquerors, academicians and theologians as well as traders who have traversed these routes. Although we have operated tours to Uzbekistan for many years, but this very special trip connects a less traveled but fascinating segment in ancient Khorezm.
 In the Jewels of the Silk Road, we’ll fly to Tashkent aboard the comfort of Turkish Airlines. We explore the Uzbek cities of Samarkand and Bukhara. We travel westward along the Amu Darya River (Oxus) River to Khiva, one of the most ancient capitals of the world. Continue through Khorezm, which produced such thinkers and poets as Omar Khayyam, Saadi, Hafez, Ferdosi, and Ibn Sina. Those who have already traveled to Iran recognize many of these names, since Khorezm was a part of the Persian Empire.
You may conclude your tour in Ashgabat, capital of Turkmenistan, or continue to Merv (Mary) and the Iranian border where we explore Mashad before flying to Tehran. Return home from via Istanbul or continue on our Iran tour.
Gwen Erwood
President, Travel Concepts International
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All This is Included
- Fly roundtrip from the U.S. via TURKISH AIRLINES
- Extensive sightseeing program including seven UNESCO sites
Uzbekistan has four and we’ll see them all
- Samarkand Crossroads of Cultures
- Historic Center of Shakre Sabz
- Historic Center of Bukhara
- Itchan Kala in Khiva
Turkmenistan has three and we visit them all
- Kunya-Urgench
- Ancient Merv
- Parthian Fortress of Nisa
- Learn from expert local guides
- Prepare thoroughly with our pre-trip study materials
- Taste local delicacies with ALL MEALS breakfast-B, lunch-L, dinner-D included daily in Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Iran
- Delight in special meals including dinner with classical music and folkshow at a Madrassah
- Enjoy carefully selected hotels
- Surround yourself with the bustle of the Sunday Markets in Samarkand and Ashgabat
- Travel by internal scheduled flights and private motor coaches
- Relax with tips for guides, drivers and other services all included
- Escorted from the U.S. with a group of just 10 participants - maximum 15
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THIS IS NOT THE FULL BROCHURE
We invite you to call Sarah or Gwen at 1-800-762-4216 to request the full brochure. The brochure will include Important Traveler Information (and answers to most questions) and a Reservation Form. We can send the brochure through the Postal Service or as a PDF attachment. If you would like to receive a PDF, probably the best way to keep the message from going into a SPAM filter is to send a message to sarahb@serioustraveler.com. If you are already on our mailing list, no need to complete the entire brochure request form.
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THIS IS NOT THE FULL BROCHURE
We invite you to call Sarah or Gwen at 1-800-762-4216 to request the full brochure. The brochure will include Important Traveler Information (and answers to most questions) and a Reservation Form. We can send the brochure through the Postal Service or as a PDF attachment. If you would like to receive a PDF, probably the best way to keep the message from going into a SPAM filter is to send a message to sarahb@serioustraveler.com. If you are already on our mailing list, no need to complete the entire brochure request form.
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Tashkent • Urgench • Khiva • Bukhara
Shakre Sabz • Sitora-i-Mokhikhosa • Samarkand • Urgut
May 31 - June 11, 2012 • 12 Days
$4990 per person double occupancy
with air from Chicago, ORD via TURKISH AIRLINES
plus departure taxes of $480 and Uzbekistan
Visa fee of $160
Single Supplement $980
Dear Intrepid World Travelers,
As it is said in Oriental wisdom: “Better seeing once than hearing 100 times.” Come with us to Central Asia, to the crossroads of the ancient Great Silk Road along trade routes between China and Europe. Our Silk Road SERIES also includes tours to the west, down into Turkmenistan and on through Iran to the Caspian en route to its ultimate western terminus, the Roman Empire. Modern-day travelers can be a part of the vast flow of explorers, writers, conquerors, academicians and theologians as well as traders who have traversed these routes.
In the Jewels of the Silk Road, we’ll explore the Uzbek cities of Khiva, Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, which are testimony to a unique ancient history and a rich heritage.
The tour is carefully designed to help you discover this little-known but thoroughly fascinating country of exotic bazaars, caravanserai, madrahsahs, and the traditional hospitality of a warm and friendly people.
Today’s Uzbekistan is one of the pearls of Oriental and Moslem culture, with outstanding cuisine and breathtaking nature. There is currently no travel warning on Uzbekistan so come with us and follow Central Asia’s Silk Road!
Gwen Erwood
President, Travel Concepts International
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Discovery Highlights
- Visit Tashkent, a 2,000 year old city with extensive parks and gardens.
- See the 12th-century Minaret that was as a lighthouse for caravans crossing the desert.
- Stroll the ancient streets of Khiva, a UNESCO city reserve.
- Travel along the legendary Silk Road to the ancient city of Bukhara.
- Experience Samarkand, the “Eden of the Orient”.
- Search out treasures and shop for bargains at the Silk and Chorsu Bazaars.
- Uncover the mysteries of Tamerlane, the great Turkic warrior and conqueror, the founder of Uzbek statehood, and visit his birthplace.
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THIS IS NOT THE FULL BROCHURE
We invite you to call Sarah or Gwen at 1-800-762-4216 to request the full brochure. The brochure will include Important Traveler Information (and answers to most questions) and a Reservation Form. We can send the brochure through the Postal Service or as a PDF attachment. If you would like to receive a PDF, probably the best way to keep the message from going into a SPAM filter is to send a message to sarahb@serioustraveler.com. If you are already on our mailing list, no need to complete the entire brochure request form.
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THIS IS NOT THE FULL BROCHURE
We invite you to call Sarah or Gwen at 1-800-762-4216 to request the full brochure. The brochure will include Important Traveler Information (and answers to most questions) and a Reservation Form. We can send the brochure through the Postal Service or as a PDF attachment. If you would like to receive a PDF, probably the best way to keep the message from going into a SPAM filter is to send a message to sarahb@serioustraveler.com. If you are already on our mailing list, no need to complete the entire brochure request form.
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Uzbekistan: Tashkent • Samarkand • Shakre Sabz
Bukhara • Sitora-i-Mokhikhosa • Khiva
Turkmenistan: Tashauz • Kunya Urgench • Ashgabat • Nisa • Erbent • Mary (Merv)
October 17 – 31, 2012 • 15 Days
with air from New York, JFK
October 31 - November 4, 2012 • 4 additional days
with air return from Mashad, Tehran
Dear Serious Traveler,
Thanks for your interest in this introductory tour which combines two of the modern day Stans: Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan with an option to continue to Iran.
This is a part of the legendary Great Silk Road that stretched from Xi’an (Chang’an) in China to Kashgar, continued west, through Central Asia and Iran to the Caspian en route to its ultimate western terminus, the Roman Empire in Europe. Conquerors such as Darius, Cyrus Alexander, Genghis Khan, Tamarlane and Babur all led military missions and left their marks. More recently control of Central Asia contested by the Russians and British in what became known as the “Great Game”.
Marco Polo and Ibn Batata explored this area. As modern-day travelers, you can be a part of the vast flow of explorers, writers, conquerors, academicians and theologians as well as traders who have traversed these routes. Although we have operated tours to Uzbekistan for many years, but this very special trip connects a less traveled but fascinating segment in ancient Khorezm.
In the Jewels of the Silk Road, we’ll fly to Tashkent aboard the comfort of Turkish Airlines. We explore the Uzbek cities of Samarkand and Bukhara. We travel westward along the Amu Darya River (Oxus) River to Khiva, one of the most ancient capitals of the world. Continue through Khorezm, which produced such thinkers and poets as Omar Khayyam, Saadi, Hafez, Ferdosi, and Ibn Sina. Those who have already traveled to Iran recognize many of these names, since Khorezm was a part of the Persian Empire.
You may conclude your tour in Ashgabat, capital of Turkmenistan, or continue to the Iranian border where we explore Mashad before flying to Tehran. Return home from via Istanbul or continue on our Iran tour. Working out all the details of this trip has taken much longer than expected, and the reservation date is quickly approaching as we must adhere to the deadline in order to secure the necessary visas.
Gwen Erwood
President, Travel Concepts International
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All This is Included
- Fly roundtrip from the U.S. via Turkish Airlines
- Extensive sightseeing program including seven UNESCO
Uzbekistan - four and we’ll see them all
- Samarkand Crossroads of Cultures
- Historic Center of Shahrisabz
- Historic Center of Bukhara
- Itchan Kala in Khiva
Turkmenistan – three and we visit them all
- Learn from expert local guides
- Prepare thoroughly with our pre-trip study materials
- Taste local delicacies with ALL MEALS breakfast-B, lunch-L, dinner-D included daily in Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Iran
- Delight in special meals including dinner with classical music and folkshow at Madrassah
- Enjoy carefully selected hotels
- Surround yourself with the bustle of the Sunday Markets in Samarkand and Ashgabat
- Travel by internal scheduled flights and private motor coaches
- Relax with tips for guides, drivers and other services all included
- Escorted from the U.S. with a group of just 10 participants - maximum 15
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THIS IS NOT THE FULL BROCHURE
We invite you to call Sarah or Gwen at 1-800-762-4216 to request the full brochure. The brochure will include Important Traveler Information (and answers to most questions) and a Reservation Form. We can send the brochure through the Postal Service or as a PDF attachment. If you would like to receive a PDF, probably the best way to keep the message from going into a SPAM filter is to send a message to sarahb@serioustraveler.com. If you are already on our mailing list, no need to complete the entire brochure request form.
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Cultural Tours to Better Understand the World and Its People
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