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Savour the flavours of Uzbekistan with a tasting of local dishes
Try somsa, a flaky pastry baked in traditional ovens
Sample halisa, a slow-cooked ceremonial dish with a deep flavour
Taste Samarkand-style plov, celebrated for its unique preparation
Enjoy a scenic drive to the mountains to taste authentic tandoor lamb

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Rp2.866.400 x 1 AdultRp2.866.400

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Local guide provides explanations of each dish and its cultural significance at every tasting stop
Multi-dish Uzbek food tasting (small portions), including somsa, halisa, Samarkand-style plov, and Traditional tandoor-cooked lamb tasting
Scenic drive (approx. 80 km) to the mountain area
Transport for the food experience and mountain visit
Full meal portions

Begin by tasting somsa, the famous flaky pastry baked in traditional ovens. Next, try halisa, a slow-cooked ceremonial dish known for its deep, comforting flavour. Continue with a tasting of Samarkand-style plov, celebrated for its unique preparation and taste.

To complete the experience, enjoy a scenic drive of approximately 80 km to the mountain area, where you will taste authentic tandoor lamb, cooked slowly in a traditional clay oven — considered one of the region’s most prized specialities.

This experience focuses on variety, authenticity, and local food culture, offering a balanced introduction to Samarkand’s most important dishes through small tastings rather than full portions.