Touch down in Qatar. We’ve got a quick evening pitstop to stretch our legs, grab a world-class coffee, and prep for the final leg into the heart of Central Asia.

Welcome to Tashkent. After a quick recharge, we hit the capital’s most iconic spots: the ancient Uthman Quran and the bustling Chorsu Bazaar. We’ll end the day riding the "Underground Museums" (the stunning Tashkent Metro) before a welcome feast.

Samarkand at its finest. Today we visit the Imam Al-Bukhari Memorial Complex, one of the most important Islamic pilgrimage sites in the world, dedicated to the great scholar Imam Muhammad al-Bukhari. We'll explore the Registan Square and its three massive madrasahs, the Gur-Emir Mausoleum, and the Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis. After visiting the Imam Al-Bukhari Memorial Complex, one of the most important Islamic pilgrimage sites in the world, we will dedicate the time before Maghrib for I'tikaf on this blessed Day of Arafah. We conclude the day at a local family’s home for a traditional Plov cooking experience to break our fast.

Celebrate Eid Al Adha morning with the locals before we kick it into high gear. We’re crossing the border into Tajikistan to hike the Shing Valley. Six alpine lakes, each a different shade of blue, tucked deep within the rugged Fann Mountains.

We leave the cities behind for "Life" (Hayyat). Explore ancient ruins of watermills and fortresses, scout for rare mountain argali, and stay in a traditional guesthouse to experience true Uzbek mountain hospitality.

From mountains to the desert. We’re headed to Lake Aydarkul for a swim and a trek. Tonight, we live like nomads—camel training in the dunes followed by a massive bonfire, folk songs, and a night under the stars in a Kazakh yurt.

Morning transit to Bukhara with a pitstop to watch master potters at work in Gijduvan. By afternoon, we’re wandering the 9th-century Samanids Mausoleum and the legendary "Liar's Pond" (Lyabi-Hauz).

A deep dive into Bukhara’s diverse soul. We begin at the Bahauddin Naqshband Mausoleum, the sacred complex of the Naqshbandi Sufi order. Back in the city, we’ll navigate the historic Trading Domes, visit the centuries-old Bukhara Synagogue, and witness the intricate artistry of a Silk Carpet Workshop. After exploring the Ark Citadel, we’ll catch the high-speed train back to Tashkent.

One last stop: Doha. This isn't just a layover; it’s a finale. Choose your vibe: an adrenaline-fueled 4x4 Dune Safari in the desert* or a sensory journey through the winding alleys of Souq Waqif.

* Optional not included

One last Qatari breakfast before we board the flight back to Boston. Arrive home by mid-afternoon with a camera roll full of memories and a serious case of wanderlust.