1. Admire Registan Square in Samarkand, admiring the vast plaza with three majestic madrasas that sit around the edge, the heart of Old Samarkand.
2. Gaze upon the bright blue mosaics and tiles of Shah Zinda in Samarkand, wondering amongst the mausoleums and soaking up the spectacular colours.
3. Explore the walled city of Khiva, where you can gaze up at the minarets, meet friendly local people and learn about the 2,500 year history of the city.
4. Browse the traditional markets in Bukhara, where you can shop for spices, textiles and local crafts like baskets, ceramics and embroidery.
5. Tuck into plov, a delicious local dish of meat, vegetables and rice, as well as shashlik kebabs and pillowy-soft Uzbek bread.
6. Enjoy a local experience by staying in a yurt out in the wilds of the Uzbek Desert, meeting local nomadic people and getting a glimpse of traditional life.
7. Discover the city of Tashkent, where modern life sits alongside historic monuments - even the Metro stations are mini art galleries!
8. Learn about the history of the Silk Road, the famous trade route that took caravans of camels and traders laden with textiles from China to Europe, right through the heart of modern day Uzbekistan.
9. Hike or horse ride in the Fergana Valley where you'll be surrounded by nature and can enjoy views of the Tian Shan Mountains.
10. Relax in one of Bukhara's medieval bathhouses, where you can relax and enjoy a traditional massage after a day of sightseeing.
