Trains link Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara. The desert leg to Khiva goes by road, while the Urgench flight avoids retracing the route to Tashkent.
8-Day Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour
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Guided tours in English
Fixed departure dates
8 days / 7 nights
Starts and ends in Tashkent
Four Silk Road cities in one clearly planned journey
8-day Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour runs on fixed departure dates and links Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. The itinerary includes English-speaking local guides, two rail journeys, a road journey across the Kyzylkum Desert and a domestic flight from Urgench to Tashkent.
From US$1,200 per person in a double or twin room; a single room is US$1,300. The 20–27 March 2027 Navruz departure is US$1,400. International flights are not included.
Uzbekistan group tour — the essentials in 30 seconds
- Route: Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Khiva → Tashkent, 8 days / 7 nights.
- Language: guided tours are conducted in English by a local guide in each city.
- Transport: two trains, the Bukhara–Khiva road journey and a domestic flight from Urgench to Tashkent.
- Pace: approximately 4–7 km on foot on the active sightseeing days; Day 5 is spent almost entirely on the road across the Kyzylkum Desert — see ‘Practical details’.
- Three principal highlights: Registan, Bukhara’s historic centre and a full day inside Ichan Kala. Special experience: a family-hosted plov cooking class and dinner in Bukhara.
- Included: 7 nights, 7 breakfasts, 6 dinners, local guides, scheduled entrance fees and transfers, both trains, the domestic flight and drinking water. Not included: international flights, lunches, travel insurance and visa fees.
- Format: 2–8 participants per fixed departure; confirmation terms are explained under ‘How the departure is confirmed’.
The route through the eyes of a local operator
In Samarkand, luggage remains in the vehicle; in Bukhara, it is left at the hotel. This allows sightseeing to begin immediately after arrival instead of losing half a day while waiting for standard check-in.
CAJ.UZ / Central Asia Journeys operates the tour from Tashkent and confirms the hotels, tickets, transfers and meeting points in writing. Traveller reviews · About us
The full Tashkent programme is possible with a morning flight arriving by 12:30. If the flight schedule changes, the order and duration of visits will be adjusted.
Three signature sights and a taste of local cuisine
The route brings together three distinct Silk Road settings and an included introduction to local cuisine. The photographs below show the cities on the route; the cooking class is described in detail under Day 3.
Samarkand
Registan Square
Registan is visited with a local guide on Day 2 after Shah-i-Zinda, Siab Bazaar and Bibi-Khanym Mosque.
Bukhara
The historic centre over two days
Days 3 and 4 include the Samanid Mausoleum, Ark Citadel, Poi-Kalyan, trading domes and Lyabi Hauz.
Khiva
A full guided day inside Ichan Kala
Two nights in Khiva allow time for an evening stroll and a full guided day among the palaces, madrasas and minarets of Ichan Kala.
Special experience
Plov cooking class and dinner in Bukhara
On the evening of Day 3, the group joins a family-hosted plov cooking class followed by dinner. This is included in the itinerary, not an optional extra.
Is this itinerary right for you?
- this is your first visit to Uzbekistan and you want to see its four main cities;
- you prefer an organised group tour on a fixed departure date;
- you are comfortable with active sightseeing days and one long road journey;
- you are happy to explore each city with a local guide.
- you want a slower-paced holiday with several free days;
- you find extended walking over steps, paving stones and occasional uneven surfaces difficult;
- you require one tour escort throughout the entire journey;
- you need private transport and a completely flexible schedule — consider private Tour 6.
- each traveller’s nationality and passport details;
- your international arrival and departure times;
- whether you need a single room, a double room with one large bed or a twin room with two separate beds;
- any mobility, dietary or health requirements.
Departure dates, prices and accommodation
US$1,200 · double or twin room
Price per person. A single room is US$1,300 per person, subject to availability.
No seasonal supplement
Standard rates apply: US$1,200 per person in a double or twin room and US$1,300 in a single room.
US$1,400 · double or twin room
Price per person. A single room must be confirmed before payment. Navruz falls on Day 2 in Samarkand.
Choose your departure date
Choose the button for your preferred departure and the date will be passed to the order page automatically. ‘Open for booking’ means that the departure can be ordered but is not yet confirmed. ‘Departure confirmed’ appears after at least two places have been paid in full, the required services have been secured and CAJ.UZ has issued written confirmation. How confirmation works.
October 2026
12–19 OctoberOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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19–26 OctoberOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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26 October – 2 NovemberOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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November 2026
2–9 NovemberOpen for booking
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9–16 NovemberOpen for booking
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16–23 NovemberOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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December 2026
21–28 DecemberOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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28 December–4 January · New YearOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
US$1,200 per person in a double or twin room · US$1,300 in a single room
A New Year’s Eve gala dinner is included only when stated in the written confirmation.
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January 2027
11–18 JanuaryOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
US$1,200 per person in a double or twin room · US$1,300 in a single room
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February 2027
15–22 FebruaryOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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22 February–1 MarchOpen for booking
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March 2027
8–15 MarchOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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20–27 March · NavruzOpen for booking
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Saturday → Saturday · 8 days / 7 nights
US$1,400 per person in a double or twin room · single room — on request
Navruz falls on Day 2. Festive activities are included only to the extent stated in the written confirmation.
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April 2027
5–12 AprilOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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12–19 AprilOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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19–26 AprilOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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26 April–3 MayOpen for booking
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Monday → Monday · 8 days / 7 nights
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None of these dates suit you? The same itinerary is available privately on any date — see private Tour 6 or message us on WhatsApp.
How the departure is confirmed
- Choose a date and place your order. Payment creates an order for the selected departure but does not by itself confirm that the departure will operate.
- Receive written confirmation. The departure becomes guaranteed after at least two places have been paid in full, the required hotels and tickets have been secured and CAJ.UZ has issued written confirmation.
- If the group has not formed, you lose nothing. If fewer than two places are fully paid 30 calendar days before departure and CAJ.UZ cannot confirm the tour for that reason, the sole fully paid participant receives a written choice: take the same tour privately by topping up to the final price of US$1,600, or cancel without penalty and receive a 100% refund with no deductions by CAJ.UZ or its suppliers. CAJ.UZ processes the refund within five business days; the bank may take longer to credit it.
Full terms if the minimum group is not reached
When this rule applies. If fewer than two places are fully paid 30 calendar days before departure and CAJ.UZ cannot confirm the departure for that reason, the sole fully paid participant receives a written offer.
- Private tour. The same published 8-day Tour 1 will operate privately for one traveller at a final price of US$1,600 with single occupancy and the same published inclusions and operating conditions. All tour payments already made are credited in full, so only the difference is payable. This option applies to every departure, including New Year and Navruz.
- Cancellation and full refund. The order is cancelled without penalty and 100% of the amount actually paid for the tour is returned to the original payer without deductions by CAJ.UZ or its suppliers.
- If the private option is not accepted in writing, cancellation and a full refund will apply.
- The refund is sent to the original payer using the original payment method; CAJ.UZ processes it within five business days.
- Bank processing time, exchange-rate differences and third-party charges are outside CAJ.UZ’s control.
- This special rule applies only when the minimum group is not reached and CAJ.UZ cannot confirm the departure for that reason. In the event of voluntary cancellation by the traveller, the general Booking Terms and Refund Policy apply.
What is included
- 7 nights in the selected room type: double, twin or single, according to the fare paid;
- 7 hotel breakfasts;
- 6 dinners, including the plov cooking class in Bukhara;
- drinking water — 1.5 litres per person per day.
- train tickets from Tashkent to Samarkand and from Samarkand to Bukhara;
- domestic flight from Urgench to Tashkent;
- all railway-station and airport transfers listed in the itinerary;
- air-conditioned transport for sightseeing and the Bukhara–Khiva journey.
- English-speaking local guides in Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent;
- standard entrance fees for the sights listed in the itinerary;
- coordination of tickets, meet-and-greets and transfers throughout the route;
- visa support, if required for the traveller’s nationality and confirmed in writing by CAJ.UZ (visa fees are not included).
Where the 6 dinners are provided
| Day | City | Arrangement |
|---|---|---|
| Day 2 | Samarkand | Dinner at a local restaurant. |
| Day 3 | Bukhara | Family-hosted plov cooking class and dinner. |
| Day 4 | Bukhara | Dinner in the city. |
| Day 5 | Khiva | Dinner after the journey and hotel check-in. |
| Day 6 | Khiva | Dinner. A folklore performance is included only if stated in the departure confirmation. |
| Day 7 | Tashkent | Farewell dinner. |
Menu: a fixed group menu with a main course, salad or starter, bread and water; dishes vary by city. State any vegetarian or dietary requirements when ordering. Drinks outside the set menu are payable separately.
Not included
- international flights;
- travel insurance;
- consular or visa fees.
- lunches during the scheduled breaks;
- alcohol and additional drinks;
- souvenirs, personal purchases and tips.
- single accommodation when the double/twin rate has been paid;
- single accommodation on the Navruz departure, subject to price confirmation;
- room upgrades, additional nights, guaranteed early check-in and late check-out.
Inclusion rule: a service is included when it appears in both the itinerary and the written booking confirmation. Minaret climbs and access to special viewing platforms are included only when stated separately in the voucher.
Route and transport between cities
The map below shows the sequence of intercity journeys, approximate distances and the transport changes by tour day. The actual route depends on the rail service, road conditions and confirmed flight.
8 days / 7 nightsStarts and ends in Tashkent
4 major citiesTashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva
Mixed transport2 trains, road transport and a domestic flight
By rail
Days 2–3
Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara
1
Tashkent → Samarkandapprox. 344 km by rail
Morning train followed by the Samarkand tour after arrival.
Exact time stated in the voucher
2
Samarkand → Kogon / Bukharaapprox. 256 km by rail
Morning train, meet-and-greet at Kogon station and a transfer of approximately 15 km to Bukhara, depending on the destination point.
Transfer included
To Khiva and back
Days 5–7
Bukhara → Khiva → Urgench → Tashkent
3
Bukhara → Khivaapprox. 450 km by road
Almost the entire day is spent travelling across the Kyzylkum Desert, with comfort stops and a break for lunch at your own expense.
Air-conditioned transport as listed in the itinerary
4
Khiva → Urgench → Tashkentapprox. 35 km road + 720 km air
Transfer to Urgench Airport and a domestic flight to Tashkent.
Flight and baggage allowance as shown on the issued ticket
Important: for every arrival, use the meeting point and contact telephone number stated in the final voucher. Full details of who accompanies the travellers appearbelow.
Day-by-day tour itinerary and schedule
How to read the itinerary: the times shown for sightseeing, dinners and road journeys are the tour’s working schedule. Carriers confirm the exact train and domestic-flight numbers and times when tickets are issued; these details are then added to the voucher. Lunch breaks appear in the schedule, but cafés are not pre-booked; the local guide will suggest a suitable option near the route. If an early departure falls before breakfast service begins, CAJ.UZ will request a packed breakfast from the hotel; it is provided only after hotel confirmation and will be stated in the voucher.
Day 1 — Arrival in Tashkent
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| According to your international flight time | Meet outside the arrivals hall at Tashkent International Airport and transfer to the hotel. | The meeting time will correspond to the flight details provided in your booking. |
| After 14:00 | Standard hotel check-in. | If you arrive early, you may leave your luggage at reception; guaranteed early check-in is available at an additional charge. |
| Rest of the day | Free time to relax after your flight. | There is no sightseeing on Day 1. A late arrival will leave less time to rest before the early train on Day 2. |
End of day: at leisure · Walking: minimal.
Day 2 — Tashkent → Samarkand
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| Before the train departs | Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the railway station. | The vehicle will collect you 60–75 minutes before departure. |
| As shown on your ticket | Travel to Samarkand by train. | The full programme requires a morning train arriving by 10:30; the confirmed train will be stated in the voucher. |
| 11:15–12:00 | Ulugh Beg Observatory. | Meet your guide and driver outside the station; your luggage remains in the vehicle. |
| 12:15–13:15 | Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis and a panoramic stop at the Hazrat Khizr Mosque. | The walking route includes steps and uneven surfaces. |
| 13:15–14:15 | Lunch break. | Your guide will suggest reliable cafés nearby. |
| 14:15–15:25 | Siab Bazaar and Bibi-Khanym Mosque. | The order of these two sights may change depending on how busy the bazaar is. |
| 15:40–16:50 | Registan Square. | Guided visit to the ensemble with your local guide. |
| 17:05–17:45 | Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum. | In winter, the order of the sights may change so that indoor visits take place before the ticket offices close. |
| 18:00–18:30 | Transfer to the hotel and check-in. | Your room will be prepared according to the confirmed accommodation type. |
| 19:30–21:00 | Dinner at a local restaurant. | The final voucher will state the restaurant. |
End of day: approximately 21:00 · Walking: 5–7 km.
Day 3 — Samarkand → Bukhara
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| 07:30–08:30 | Breakfast at the hotel. | The vehicle pick-up time will be advised the previous evening. |
| Before the train departs | Transfer to Samarkand railway station. | The vehicle will collect you 60–75 minutes before departure. |
| As shown on your ticket | Travel by train to Kogon station. | The full programme requires a morning train arriving by 12:00; the confirmed train will be stated in the voucher. |
| 12:15–13:15 | Meet your guide and driver, transfer from Kogon to Bukhara and leave your luggage at the hotel. | Check-in takes place after the sightseeing tour so that the itinerary is not shortened. |
| 13:15–14:00 | Lunch break. | Your guide will suggest a café near the route. |
| 14:00–15:00 | Samanid Mausoleum and Chashma Ayub Mausoleum. | Short walks between the sights. |
| 15:10–16:25 | Bolo Hauz Mosque and the Ark Citadel. | The citadel includes inclines, steps and uneven surfaces. |
| 16:40–17:25 | Poi-Kalyan architectural ensemble. | In winter, indoor visits take place before the ticket offices close. |
| 17:25–18:10 | Walk through the trading domes en route to the hotel for a first introduction to the old city. | The detailed visit to the domes and craft workshops is scheduled for Day 4. |
| 18:10–18:40 | Hotel check-in and a short rest. | Your room type will be confirmed in the voucher. |
| 19:00–21:00 | Family-hosted plov cooking class and dinner. | Please advise us of any dietary requirements in advance. |
End of day: approximately 21:00 · Walking: 5–7 km.
Day 4 — Bukhara and its surroundings
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| 07:30–08:30 | Breakfast at the hotel. | Meet your guide and driver in the lobby. |
| 09:00–12:45 | Bahauddin Naqshband Complex, Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Palace and Chor Bakr Necropolis. | Travel between the sights by vehicle, with short walks at each stop. |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch break. | Your guide will suggest a café in the old city. |
| 14:15–15:25 | Fayzulla Khodjaev House Museum and Chor Minor. | Visits are conducted with your local guide. |
| 15:40–17:30 | Ulugh Beg and Abdulaziz Khan madrasas, Magoki Attori Mosque, the trading domes with visits to craft workshops, and the Lyabi Hauz ensemble. | An in-depth introduction to Bukhara’s trading and craft heritage. |
| 17:30–18:30 | Free time to stroll, visit craft workshops and take photographs. | Your guide will advise the meeting point for dinner. |
| 19:30–21:00 | Dinner in Bukhara. | Meet after free time at the place specified by your guide. |
End of day: approximately 21:00 · Walking: 4–6 km.
Day 5 — Bukhara → Khiva via the Kyzylkum Desert
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| 07:30–08:30 | Breakfast at the hotel. | Your luggage will be loaded into the vehicle before departure. |
| 09:00 | Depart Bukhara for Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert. | Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, with comfort stops en route. |
| 13:00–14:00 | Stop for lunch at your own expense. | The stopping place will depend on road conditions. |
| 17:30–18:30 | Arrive in Khiva and check in at the hotel. | The arrival time depends on road and weather conditions and the duration of the stops. |
| Until 19:30 | Rest or take a short independent walk near Ichan Kala. | A guide is not provided during this period. |
| 19:30–21:00 | Dinner at a local restaurant. | If you arrive late, dinner will be rescheduled accordingly. |
End of day: approximately 21:00 · Walking: minimal.
Day 6 — Khiva and the Ichan Kala fortress
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| 07:30–08:30 | Breakfast at the hotel. | Meet your guide in the lobby or at the Ata Darwaza gate, as stated in your voucher. |
| 09:00–13:00 | Ata Darwaza, Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa, Kalta Minor, Kunya Ark, Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasa, Juma Mosque and Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum. | The main route is on foot within Ichan Kala. |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch break. | Cafés are available inside and near the fortress. |
| 14:00–16:30 | Islam Khoja Complex, Palvan Darwaza, Allakuli Khan Caravanserai and Tash Khauli Palace. | The minaret climb and other optional admissions are payable separately unless they are listed in your voucher. |
| 16:30–18:30 | Free time for photographs, a stroll and souvenir shopping. | Return to the hotel independently unless your guide advises otherwise. |
| 19:00–20:30 | Dinner. | A folklore performance is added after the venue is confirmed and will be stated in the voucher; dinner itself is always included. |
End of day: approximately 20:30 · Walking: 4–7 km.
Day 7 — Khiva → Urgench → Tashkent
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| Before the flight | Breakfast and transfer from Khiva to Urgench Airport. | The vehicle will collect you approximately 2 hours 15 minutes before departure. |
| As shown on your ticket | Domestic flight from Urgench to Tashkent. | The full programme requires a morning flight arriving by 12:30; the confirmed flight will be stated in the voucher. |
| By 13:45 | Collect your luggage, meet your guide and driver, transfer to the hotel and leave your bags; check-in is available when the room is ready. | The times below apply when the scheduled arrival is by 12:30. If the flight schedule changes, the order and duration of visits will be adjusted and the full list of sights cannot be guaranteed. |
| 13:45–14:30 | Lunch break. | Your guide will suggest a café near the route. |
| 14:45–15:30 | Museum of Applied Arts. | The museum is scheduled first so that the visit takes place before the ticket office closes. |
| 15:45–16:30 | Khast Imam Complex. | Visit with your local guide; dress requirements will be advised in advance. |
| 16:40–17:15 | Chorsu Bazaar and an exterior view of Kukeldash Madrasa. | Time at the bazaar may be adjusted depending on the day of the week and how busy it is. |
| 17:25–17:55 | Walk to Chorsu station and explore the architecture of the Tashkent Metro. | This time includes the walk to the station and travel through several central stations. |
| 18:05–18:35 | Independence Square. | Walk through the square’s memorial and park areas. |
| 18:45–19:20 | Amir Temur Square and an exterior view of the Alisher Navoi Theatre. | Short stops to see the city centre and take photographs. |
| 19:30–21:00 | Farewell dinner. | The final voucher will state the venue. |
End of day: approximately 21:00 · Walking: 5–7 km.
Day 8 — Departure from Tashkent
| Time | Itinerary | Important information |
|---|---|---|
| 07:00–10:00 | Included breakfast at the hotel. | For an earlier departure, the general itinerary note applies. |
| By 12:00 | Check out of your room. | If you have a late flight, you may leave your luggage at the hotel; late check-out is available at an additional charge. |
| 3 hours 30 minutes before your international flight | Meet your driver in the lobby and transfer to Tashkent Airport. | Scheduled arrival at the airport is approximately 3 hours before departure; the exact pick-up time will be stated in your final voucher. |
End of the tour.
Hotels included in the tour
The cards show the standard hotels on the route; the night allocation and room-confirmation procedure appear immediately below them.
Tashkent
Manor
A convenient option at the start and end of the route. Its location suits early train departures and transfers within Tashkent.
- Standard double or twin accommodation
- Wi-Fi, air conditioning, TV and safe
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Used at the start and end of the route
Samarkand
Diplomat Premium
A hotel near the Registan area, reducing unnecessary transfers on the sightseeing day and leaving more time for Samarkand’s main monuments.
- Close to the main sights
- Double or twin rooms as specified
- Wi-Fi and 24-hour reception
- One night between two rail journeys
Bukhara
Nodirabegim
An atmospheric hotel near Bukhara’s historic centre, convenient for walks through the old city and evenings around Lyabi Hauz.
- Near the old city
- Traditional interior
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Two consecutive nights without changing hotels
Khiva
New Star Boutique
A boutique hotel in Khiva’s historic area, well suited to a full walking tour of Itchan Kala and evenings in the old city.
- Inside or close to Itchan Kala
- Historic-building atmosphere
- Breakfast at the hotel
- The final two nights before the flight to Tashkent
Accommodation by city
| City | Nights | Base hotel | Why it works for this itinerary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tashkent | 2, on the first and final nights | Manor or a comparable hotel | Convenient for the airport welcome, the morning station transfer and the final flight home. |
| Samarkand | 1 | Diplomat Premium or a comparable hotel | One night between arrival from Tashkent and the morning train to Bukhara. |
| Bukhara | 2 | Nodirabegim or a comparable hotel | Two consecutive sightseeing days without changing hotels or moving luggage. |
| Khiva | 2 | New Star Boutique or a comparable hotel | You can begin the Itchan Kala walking tour in the morning and return to the hotel after the evening programme. |
How your room is confirmed
The base fare includes a double room with one large bed or a twin room with two separate beds. State your preference when booking; it will be recorded in the confirmation.
A single room is subject to availability and charged at the published single-room fare for the chosen departure.
The hotel name and room type are stated in the voucher. If the base hotel is unavailable, a comparable replacement will be agreed in advance.
Check-in and check-out: Standard check-in is after 14:00 and check-out is before 12:00 unless the voucher for a specific hotel states otherwise. Guaranteed early check-in, late check-out and additional nights are charged separately.
Season, clothing and physical demands
Generally comfortable sightseeing weather, with cooler mornings and evenings. Bring closed shoes, a light jacket and layers.
Freezing temperatures, snow, wind and short daylight hours are possible. The order of outdoor sites may change; warm windproof clothing and shoes with non-slip soles are essential.
Spring weather is changeable, with possible sunshine, rain and cool evenings. Bring a light waterproof jacket and layers.
Special departures: For the 28 December departure, the dinner arrangements for 31 December and road services on 1 January are checked in advance. A New Year’s Eve gala dinner is not included unless it is specifically listed in the voucher. For the 20 March departure, the Navruz festive programme is likewise included only after written confirmation.
| What to consider | Actual demands |
|---|---|
| Walking tours | City sightseeing includes paving stones, steps and occasional uneven surfaces. The walking demand for each day is stated directly below that day’s itinerary. |
| Long driving day | Journey duration: Bukhara–Khiva takes approximately 8–9.5 hours including comfort stops and a lunch break; actual travel time depends on road and weather conditions. Walking is minimal. |
| Early departures | An early start may be required on train and domestic-flight days; the exact transfer time will be stated in the final voucher. |
What to bring
- comfortable closed shoes with non-slip soles;
- season-appropriate outerwear and several layers;
- sun and rain protection;
- personal medication and a small first-aid kit;
- your passport and copies of documents for hotels, trains and the domestic flight.
What depends on the transport schedule
The exact train and domestic-flight numbers are stated in the final voucher. Three arrival windows are essential for operating the published sightseeing programme:
- Tashkent → Samarkand: train arrival by 10:30;
- Samarkand → Kogon: train arrival by 12:00;
- Urgench → Tashkent: flight arrival by 12:30.
If the confirmed schedule falls outside these windows, CAJ.UZ will advise the revised order of the programme in writing before tickets are issued.
Who accompanies the travellers
Sightseeing in Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent is conducted by English-speaking local guides. A permanent tour escort between cities is not included: travellers take the trains and domestic flight independently and are met after each arrival by a driver and/or local guide as stated in the voucher.
From choosing a departure to written confirmation
Select the date, number of travellers and room type in the departure cards. The button will pass the selected date to the payment page.
The online form shows the full price of the selected rate. Payment creates the order, after which CAJ.UZ checks and secures the services.
CAJ.UZ secures the hotels and tickets and sends a final voucher showing the trains, flight, transfers and meeting points. How the departure is confirmed.
Payment methods: Visa or Mastercard on the order page; bank transfer and cash payment are available only after written agreement with CAJ.UZ. On the next step, check the date, number of participants, room type and final amount again.
Response time: the team usually replies on the same day; enquiries sent late in the evening or outside working hours are answered when business hours resume.
Before making other travel arrangements
- Do not buy non-refundable international flights specifically for this departure until CAJ.UZ has confirmed the booking in writing.
- Use the official Tour 1 order page.
- Read the Booking Terms and Refund Policy before ordering.
Why travellers book directly with CAJ.UZ
CAJ.UZ / Central Asia Journeys operates the itinerary from Tashkent and coordinates the confirmed hotels, tickets, guides and transfers.
After the services are checked, you receive written confirmation and a final voucher showing the hotels, tickets, baggage allowance, transfers and meeting points.
“Thank you so much — everything was wonderfully organised and fantastically beautiful!”
FAQ — questions before booking
What language are the guided tours conducted in?
For orders placed through the English page, guided tours are conducted in English by a local guide in each city. The language is recorded in the written confirmation. For another language, use the corresponding version of the tour.
Do I need a visa for Uzbekistan?
Entry requirements depend on nationality and may change. Before payment, check the current requirements for your passport and state your nationality in the order. Information about possible assistance appears under ‘Visa support’; CAJ.UZ confirms the scope of assistance and any fees in writing.
When does the selected departure become guaranteed?
The departure becomes guaranteed after at least two places have been paid in full, the required services have been secured and CAJ.UZ has issued written confirmation. If CAJ.UZ cannot confirm the tour because fewer than two places are fully paid 30 days before departure, the sole fully paid participant may take the same tour privately by topping up to the final US$1,600 price, or cancel without penalty and receive a 100% refund with no CAJ.UZ or supplier deductions. CAJ.UZ processes the refund within five business days; bank crediting may take longer. See the full terms.
Can a solo traveller join?
Yes. A solo traveller may book a place with single accommodation for US$1,300 on standard and New Year departures. The single-room rate for Navruz must be confirmed before payment.
How many people are in the group?
There are 2–8 participants. A departure is confirmed after at least two places have been paid in full and the required services have been secured; the actual group size for the selected date is stated in the written confirmation.
How do I pay, and is a deposit available?
The online form calculates the full price of the selected rate and does not offer a separate part-payment option. Visa and Mastercard are accepted. Bank transfer or cash payment must be agreed with CAJ.UZ in writing before ordering.
Is there a child rate or triple accommodation?
No separate child rate or triple-room rate is published on this page. If you are travelling with a child or need a triple room, request availability and the final price before payment.
Is there one tour escort between the cities?
No. A local guide conducts the sightseeing in each city. Travellers take the trains and domestic flight independently and are met after arrival as stated in the final voucher. See ‘Who accompanies the travellers’.
When are the exact trains, flight and baggage allowance confirmed?
After ticketing. The final voucher states the train numbers and seats, domestic-flight time and baggage allowance; before confirmation, CAJ.UZ checks that the schedule is compatible with the itinerary.
What happens if a listed hotel is unavailable?
CAJ.UZ agrees a comparable replacement in advance. The replacement and room-confirmation procedure is explained under ‘How your room is confirmed’.
What cancellation and refund terms apply?
If the minimum group is not reached, the special terms providing a full-refund option apply — see ‘How the departure is confirmed’. If the traveller cancels voluntarily, the general Booking Terms and Refund Policy apply.
Useful planning links
- Guaranteed Uzbekistan tours (2026–2027)
- All Uzbekistan tours
- Tashkent travel guide · Samarkand travel guide · Bukhara travel guide · Khiva travel guide · Urgench travel guide
- Uzbekistan visa support · Uzbekistan travel advice
- Uzbekistan trains and Afrosiyob
- Prefer a private departure? Private 8-day Uzbekistan tour — Tour 6
- Contact us
Place an order for your chosen departure
Before payment: choose the date, number of travellers and room type. For Navruz, a manager must first confirm single accommodation. On the next page, check the final amount and room type; if either differs from the departure card, do not complete payment and contact CAJ.UZ.
Ready to place your order?
Choose a date in the cards above and it will be passed to the order page automatically. If you have any questions, contact CAJ.UZ before payment.
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| Tour code | Price and date | Reserved | |
| UZ1210 |
$1200
12.10.2026
|
1 pax | Buy |
| UZ1910 |
$1200
19.10.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ2610 |
$1200
26.10.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ0211 |
$1200
02.11.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ0911 |
$1200
09.11.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ1611 |
$1200
16.11.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ2112 |
$1200
21.12.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ2812 |
$1200
28.12.2026
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ1101 |
$1200
11.01.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ1502 |
$1200
15.02.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ2202 |
$1200
22.02.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ0803 |
$1200
08.03.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ2003 |
$1400
20.03.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ0504 |
$1200
05.04.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ1204 |
$1200
12.04.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ1904 |
$1200
19.04.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
| UZ2604 |
$1200
26.04.2027
|
0 pax | Buy |
Price for 1 pax
Standard Accommodation. This rate applies to bookings for 2 or more guests.
Double/twin room
$1,200
Single room
$1,300
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Prices valid until: 31.12.2027