Stitching adventures in Uzbekistan

TEXTILES, CULTURE AND GASTRONOMY

April 24-May 3, 2026

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I T I N E R A R Y

  • Guests arrive in Tashkent the night before or in the morning. You’ll be welcomed at the airport and transferred to the hotel for check-in and rest. The tour starts after lunch, at 2pm.

    After introductions and overview of the program, we will begin exploring the capital with a visit the Museum of Applied Arts, which houses exquisite examples of Uzbek embroidery, suzanis, textiles, and ceramics. We will then take a stroll through the Chorsu Bazaar, a sensory feast of spices, fabrics, and everyday life. Dinner at a famous plov restaurant, Uzbekistan’s beloved national dish, for our welcome dinner.

    INCLUDED FOR THE DAY:

    • Museum entry fee

    • Welcome dinner

    • Lodging in Tashkent

  • DAY 2—Tashkent to Fergana Valley

    The guest have an early breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the train station for your departure to Kokand, an important center of the Silk Road. Lunch in Kokand and drive to Rishtan, for a special visit of the renowned for its turquoise ceramics workshops. Continue to Fergana, heart of Uzbekistan’s silk production. Dinner and overnight at your hotel in Fergana.

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    • Breakfast at the hotel in Tashkent

    • Train to Kokand

    • Lunch in Kokand

    • Dinner in Fergana

    • Lodging in Fergana

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JOIN NADIA IN UZBEKISTAN NEXT SPRING

April 24 to May 3, 2026

  • 10 days — 9 nights

  • Capped at __ participants

  • English-spoken

  • €__ per participant when you pay your deposit by or before ___;
    single-occupancy room with ensuite bathroom

  • €__ per participant, single-occupancy room with ensuite bathroom, if you pay after __

  • Secure your spot with a non-refundable deposit of €1,000

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Questions about the accommodations? Please contact us directly before signing up.

Included in this experiential learning opportunity:

  • Lodging for 9 nights

  • All breakfasts, except on day 1

  • All lunches

  • All dinners, except on day 10

  • Round trip airfare: ?

  • Transportation ?

  • Admission fees to all paid-for activities (such as museums and ateliers)

  • Basic embroidery kit: Embroidery hoop, fabric, embroidery needles, thread snips and all tools and materials for the natural dyes class (this includes the embroidery thread that will be used during the embroidery sessions).

The focus of our program is around the topic of silk and the revival of textile traditions in Uzbekistan and ___. It will be packed with many unique and fascinating visits, therefore, it is important to mention this experiential learning opportunity is designed to nurture your interest and curiosity in embroidery and fashion for both personal and professional advancement as it will be filled with bespoke workshops, lectures, research and practice.
Unfortunately, our schedule won’t allow for the more traditional sightseeing of Uzbekistan nor shopping unrelated to the learning outcomes. We invite you to plan personal-interest visits and activities at your own leisure, either a few days before or after our programme ends, or in the evenings.

Don’t hesitate to reach out before signing up if you have any questions.

  • More scheduling details will be provided closer to the start of the program.

  • Thinking of booking alongside a friend? Both of you would be eligible to a friend’s discount.
    Please reach out so we may send more details about this special promotion.

  • Please note that some activities in the program may be subject to change.

Not included:

  • Airfare/transportation to and from Uzbekistan for your personal arrival and departure

  • Travel, medical and cancellation insurance (for which you must provide proof of acquisition before attending the workshop)

  • Any art supplies other than those included in the basic embroidery kit

  • Breakfast on day 1

  • Dinner on day 10

  • Any additional expenses guests may incur on their own outside of what has already been stipulated, such as groceries, spa days/evenings, and certainly any supplies acquired during our visits to specialized stores.