Explore the Heart of the Ancient Silk Road with EMIR TRAVEL Mosque and Minaret Bukhara, Uzbekistan Imagine yourself wandering through a bustling bazaar past figures dressed in flowing silk robes. Afterwords, you can marvel at exquisitely tiled mosques and minarets, which tell stories of the rulers and conquerors of the past. Then you can relax in a tea house and enjoy the hospitality of the local people, eager to showcase their rich heritage. We invite you to explore the ancient cities of the Silk Road that served as centers of religion, culture, and trade for centuries. Experience the great crossroads where caravans, carrying spices and silk from the East, rested during the long journey through the vast deserts and rugged mountains of Central Asia. Discover why these fabled cities have lured travelers to their gates since the beginning of civilization. EMIR TRAVEL EMIR TRAVEL (formerly Bukhara Visit and mentioned in The Lonely Planet guidebook to Central Asia) is a private travel agency founded in 1992 by Mila Akhmedova, a Bukharan native with more than 20 years experience in the international travel industry. She is fluent in English, Russian, and Uzbek. Mila will personally answer your questions and, with her multi-lingual staff, make all the necessary arrangements to meet your specific needs. City Street Central Asia Unique Architecture of Central Asia OUR SERVICES * Tours: We offer a wide range of tour options and will create a package that caters to your interests, time and budget. Your choices include educational, cultural, and special interest tours. You can travel independently or with a group. We can arrange tour extensions into the rest of Central Asia, China, or Turkey. Please feel free to contact us with any special requests. * Accommodations: The modern tourist accommodations in Uzbekistan will allow you to enjoy an ancient culture with all of the comforts of home. The available options are 4-5 star hotels and bed & breakfasts. * Transportation: We can provide air-conditioned coach buses, vans, or private cars to take you throughout Central Asia by land. You may also choose to travel the longer distances by airplane. * Guides-Interpreting: You will be led by experienced and knowledgeable tour guides, conversant in 7 different languages, who are well informed about the history and culture of the region. * Visas: We provide letters of invitation and work with the Foreign Ministry to ensure that you obtain the proper visa in a timely manner. * Airline Ticketing: We can make all of your airline arrangements for international and domestic travel. Travelers to Central Asia can arrive via Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, or Uzbekistan Airlines. Spring and Fall are the best times for travel in Central Asia. Don't let another year pass before you see this fascinating part of the world! Contact us: EMIR TRAVEL Mila Akhmedova, Director 17 Husaenov Street Bukhara, Uzbekistan 705018 Office Tel: 998 (65) 224-49-65 Office Fax: 998 (65) 224-41-17 E-mail: mila@emirtravel.com Photos Copyright 2000 Julie McKay and Rebecca Bragg Camel Caravan in the Desert