Marakanda Travel
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Marakanda Travel is a wonderful team who work closely to devise, arrange, and promote holidays and travel options in Central Asia & Xijiang , working with hotels, airlines and other transport companies for ground travel, in order to execute the arrangements. We provide customers with advice about where to travel as well as the best means of reaching such destinations. If customers already know where they want to travel to, we may suggest an escorted tour or can help to devise a complex tailor-made itinerary, which will allow the separate elements of their trip to fit together.
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Zilola R
2 contributions
Jun 2021
Marakanda Travel organized a very intense mountain hike for the university students. Given our physical fitness and the large number of students, the hike was not easy for all participants. But nevertheless, we can confidently say that this hike will stay in minds of participants for the rest of their lives. We would like to thank our guides for a wonderful hike and an unforgettable experience.
Written June 3, 2021
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Zilola ! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us ! Team University students were like a real team helping each other out during our hike. We are looking forward to organize your next trip.
Written June 4, 2021
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Sulayman A
United Kingdom27 contributions
May 2022 • Friends
Elbek at Marakanda travel provided me and my younger brother with an amazing 12 day trip in Uzbekistan!
We had a fantastic time exploring the cities of Tashkent, Bukhara and Samarkand as well as a 5 day horse riding adventure in the Nurata mountains and a stay in a Yurt next to Aydarkul Lake. At each step of the way it was smoothly run with drivers there to pick us up from every train station/airport and local guides to show us around.
Communication was very easy with Elbek always replying promptly. It meant a big weight of the holiday was off our shoulders and we could just enjoy ourselves!
The highlight was the horse riding trip which was a well planned itenrary exploring different villages, different parts of the mountains as well as riding on the steppes.
I would really recommend Marakanda travel as a professional company to make a tailored programme for what you want to do in Uzbekistan, there is so much to offer. Once I gave my dates and what I wanted to do, a full itenrary was brought back to me!
We had a fantastic time exploring the cities of Tashkent, Bukhara and Samarkand as well as a 5 day horse riding adventure in the Nurata mountains and a stay in a Yurt next to Aydarkul Lake. At each step of the way it was smoothly run with drivers there to pick us up from every train station/airport and local guides to show us around.
Communication was very easy with Elbek always replying promptly. It meant a big weight of the holiday was off our shoulders and we could just enjoy ourselves!
The highlight was the horse riding trip which was a well planned itenrary exploring different villages, different parts of the mountains as well as riding on the steppes.
I would really recommend Marakanda travel as a professional company to make a tailored programme for what you want to do in Uzbekistan, there is so much to offer. Once I gave my dates and what I wanted to do, a full itenrary was brought back to me!
Written June 21, 2022
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Sulayman ! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us !
Written August 1, 2022
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TravelinMan6500
Bethesda, MD23 contributions
May 2023
Had a wonderful day trip outside of Tashkent to see vineyards, villages, a national park, sun furnace etc. Erbey was a fantastic guide: he arranged bikes, picked us up in his van at the hotel, drove to Krasnogorsk to a ride up to Parkent (where loaded the bikes back in the van and then visited the local market). Some roads were bumpy so one had to be quite careful, but we traveled in a group and Erbey and the van were always nearby. We rode lot of very nice and quiet backroads but there were some very busy roads as well. Biking infrastructure in Uzbekistan is limited so one has to be alert. But it is overall manageable. And wow what incredible locations we saw! Nice villages, great scenery (including vineyards) stop for lunch in Sukok. Passed by the massive Soviet era Sun Furnace (precursor to solar panels) too. Highly recommended
Written May 9, 2023
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Hello Lukas,
Thank you very much for your review. I had a splendid time with you and your colleagues cycling through villages, showing you uzbek rural life. You are very good cyclist, I am happy that you enjoyed our ride. Do not be reluctant to contact us again for your upcoming projects. Kind regards ! Elbek & Marakanda Travel Team
Written May 17, 2023
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Expat in Tanzania
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania9 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
My husband and I visited Uzbekistan for the first time in Jan '23. The tour to visit Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand we had originally booked with another travel company got canceled AFTER our arrival in Tashkent. After an internet search I made contact with Marakanda Travel and within a day they put together an itinerary and booked airline and train tickets for us. Marakanda Travel saved our holiday with their professional and friendly approach.
We were especially pleased with the guides they arranged for us and the comfortable and homely accommodation in boutique hotels in Khiva and Bukhara. The guides were all enthusiastic, energetic and sensitive to our interests and preferences - very professional and with a clear passion for their job.
We took an old Soviet-era train from Khiva to Bukhara and found it efficient and comfortable and didn't mind sharing our compartment with two other travelers.
In Samarkand a traditional meal at a National House was included in our itinerary. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Our hostess was delightful and most charming. She is an asset to Marakanda Travel and the tourism industry. She also gives master classes in the regional cuisine upon request.
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and all went very smoothly. We appreciated their regular check-in's and suggestions and highly recommend Marakanda Travel.
We were especially pleased with the guides they arranged for us and the comfortable and homely accommodation in boutique hotels in Khiva and Bukhara. The guides were all enthusiastic, energetic and sensitive to our interests and preferences - very professional and with a clear passion for their job.
We took an old Soviet-era train from Khiva to Bukhara and found it efficient and comfortable and didn't mind sharing our compartment with two other travelers.
In Samarkand a traditional meal at a National House was included in our itinerary. The food was delicious and beautifully presented. Our hostess was delightful and most charming. She is an asset to Marakanda Travel and the tourism industry. She also gives master classes in the regional cuisine upon request.
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and all went very smoothly. We appreciated their regular check-in's and suggestions and highly recommend Marakanda Travel.
Written January 18, 2023
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Hello Mona-Liza and Johannes! Thank you so much for taking the time to tell us about your experience! We really appreciate you for putting your faith in us to plan your trip. Do not be reluctant to contact us again for your upcoming projects. Best regards ! Marakanda Travel team
Written February 20, 2023
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MARTA VIDAL
2 contributions
Aug 2019
We are group of 7 who travelled to Uzbekistant on August 2019. Every summer we choose a country looking for both culture and adventure. In Uzbekistan we visited Khiva and Bukhara and finally Samarkand, mervellous cities full of history. Talking about adventure we were lucky to find Makaranda Travel Agency and our guide Beka who organized a bike tour from Bukhara to Samarkand. We cycled through the desert, slept in yurtas, have a bath in Aydarkul lake, share life in a private house in Mitan I enjoy the mountains. It was a wonderful experience!!! We are grateful to the guide for his kindness, professionality and attention to every detail. A part from that the equipment, bicycles, technical attention and supplies were excellent!!
Written January 3, 2020
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Marta. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us ! I had a splendid time accompanying your family and friends during our bike trip. Hope to see all again , someday ! Cheers !
Written April 6, 2021
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Bruno F
24 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
The escalation of superlatives sometimes makes an opinion suspect. However, it is difficult to refrain from rating a service at its true value, on the pretext that this would arouse suspicion.
Certainly Uzbekistan is a fascinating destination that is sufficient in itself, but the tour and the quality of the services offered by Elbek and his agency largely contributed to making our journey unforgettable. No false notes and an unrivaled price/service ratio.
Beyond the classic Khiva/Bukhara/Samarkand, I particularly recommend the Sentob valley where you should not hesitate to stop for several days to enjoy the tranquility, the landscapes, the authenticity...
For the lucky ones who will soon visit Uzbekistan with Marakanda travel, take advantage!
Certainly Uzbekistan is a fascinating destination that is sufficient in itself, but the tour and the quality of the services offered by Elbek and his agency largely contributed to making our journey unforgettable. No false notes and an unrivaled price/service ratio.
Beyond the classic Khiva/Bukhara/Samarkand, I particularly recommend the Sentob valley where you should not hesitate to stop for several days to enjoy the tranquility, the landscapes, the authenticity...
For the lucky ones who will soon visit Uzbekistan with Marakanda travel, take advantage!
Written June 21, 2024
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Bonjour Bruno ! Merci beaucoup d'avoir pris le temps de partager votre expérience, nous sommes très heureux qu'elle vous ait plu. Nous espérons vous revoir ! Elbek
Written August 2, 2024
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Global68563118145
1 contribution
May 2024 • Friends
A big thank you to Elbek for his professionalism, availability and kindness. He put together a tailor-made tour for us that perfectly met our expectations. At each stage of our journey he made sure that everything went well, he is very responsive. We knew we would be helped in case of unforeseen circumstances. We had high quality guides who were always very attentive to our needs. I highly recommend Marakanda Travel which creates a real relationship of trust with its customers as well as appreciable proximity. A high-quality trip with exciting encounters and discoveries.
Written May 15, 2024
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Bonjour Sylvie ! Merci beaucoup d'avoir pris le temps de partager votre expérience, nous sommes très heureux qu'elle vous ait plu. C'était un plaisir de vous voir avant votre visite et de dîner avec vous et d'avoir une conversation très intéressante le dernier jour à Tachkent. Nous espérons vous revoir ! Elbek
Written August 2, 2024
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Olga O
1 contribution
Sep 2024 • Family
Marakanda Travel did a fantastic job creating a custom itenarary for our trip to Bukhara and Samarkand. Everything went perfectly well and we did not have a slightest reason to wish for different experience.
Marakanda addressed all our logistical needs with the dates and travel times, selected great hotels and arranged very responsoble and highly professional tour guides and drivers. The hotels were stayed were top-notch: clean, responsive, and very accomodating. Each hotel served a sumptious breakfast featuring a wide variety of local and western foods that could satisfy the most discriminating palate.
The tour guides and drivers were very proactive with communucation. Upon our arrival we had both the guides and drivers waiting for us to take us to the hotels and sites.
Having an extensive experience in traveling in the Middle East and Europe, I would rate this experience a true five star experience and would whole-hearterdle recommend Marakanda travel to anybodt who want to explore the Central Asia.
Marakanda addressed all our logistical needs with the dates and travel times, selected great hotels and arranged very responsoble and highly professional tour guides and drivers. The hotels were stayed were top-notch: clean, responsive, and very accomodating. Each hotel served a sumptious breakfast featuring a wide variety of local and western foods that could satisfy the most discriminating palate.
The tour guides and drivers were very proactive with communucation. Upon our arrival we had both the guides and drivers waiting for us to take us to the hotels and sites.
Having an extensive experience in traveling in the Middle East and Europe, I would rate this experience a true five star experience and would whole-hearterdle recommend Marakanda travel to anybodt who want to explore the Central Asia.
Written September 3, 2024
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Эльвира Р
2 contributions
Nov 2021 • Family
That was really amazing trip to Samarkand. We were lucky to chose Marakanda travel agency for organisation of our tour so everything was at a high point. Our guide was very knowledgeable and tactful person. We are absolutely satisfied with everything concerning organization of our trip to Samarkand and recommend others to choose this agency as one of the best in the region.
Written November 12, 2021
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Thank you so much for your kind words ! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us ! We are looking forward to organize your next trip.
Written December 2, 2021
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Olga Z
12 contributions
Apr 2024 • Friends
It was my first visit to Uzbekistan - we travelled 9 days with a group of friends from different countries from Buhara to Tashkent via Samarkand, including 3 days of cycling. Elbek made a personal perfect schedule for us under our requirements. He helped us to see the country from all its edges like cities, dessert, lake and of course mountains. Amazing journey very well organized. I highly recommend this agency for your trips although a bit worried that they would be busy with customers when I come back for the next visit)))
Unique experience will always stay in my heart from now on
Unique experience will always stay in my heart from now on
Written April 10, 2024
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Thank you so much for your kind words, Olga ! We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us ! It was a pleasure to ride bike with you. We hope to see you again, until next time! Kind regards, Elbek
Written August 2, 2024
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1. I am 81 years old. Am I too old for a tour of Uzbekistan?
Written November 24, 2022
1. I am 81 years old. Am I too old for a tour of Uzbekistan? 2. Do you have an agent inToronto, Canada?
Written November 24, 2022
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