Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour — 8 Days: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara & Khiva

Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour for 8 days: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva on the Silk Road

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✅ Fixed departures · valid from 2 travelers · clear inclusions · English-speaking guides

Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour — 8 Days: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva

See Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva in 8 days on a fixed-date Uzbekistan group tour. Hotels, Afrosiyob trains, the Kyzylkum Desert transfer, the Urgench–Tashkent domestic flight, transfers, English-speaking local guides, entrance tickets, breakfasts and dinners listed in the program are arranged in advance. This tour is built for travelers who want the main Silk Road cities without solving railway tickets, local transfers, hotel logistics and city guides on their own. It works especially well for English-speaking guests from the USA, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, India, the UAE and Europe.

*Exact train, flight and meeting times are confirmed after booking and ticket availability check. The route, cities and key included services remain as stated in the program.

Answer in 15 seconds: this is an 8-day fixed-date Uzbekistan group tour covering Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. The standard August 2026 price is $1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN; single accommodation is $1,300 when available. A separate Navruz 2027 departure is listed at $1,400. The program includes hotels, Afrosiyob trains, the Urgench–Tashkent flight, transfers, English-speaking guides, entrance tickets, breakfasts and dinners as per itinerary. Current tour conditions are valid from 2 travelers; solo travelers can send a request to join an existing group.

Quick facts

  • Tour: Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour — group fixed-departure format
  • Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
  • Route: Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Khiva → Tashkent
  • Start / finish: Tashkent, Uzbekistan
  • Minimum: current tour conditions are valid from 2 travelers
  • Transport: Afrosiyob trains, air-conditioned vehicle, domestic flight Urgench–Tashkent
  • Guides: English-speaking local guides included; other languages on request and subject to availability
  • Meals: breakfasts + dinners as listed in the itinerary
  • Entrance tickets: included for listed sightseeing visits
  • Price: from $1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN; SGL — $1,300; Navruz 2027 — $1,400
  • Best for: first-time visitors, couples, friends and small groups who want a ready-made Uzbekistan itinerary with predictable logistics

Should you book this guaranteed Uzbekistan tour?

  • Book it if: you want fixed dates, a tested route, English-speaking guiding and a clear package instead of arranging every train, transfer, hotel and ticket separately.
  • Not ideal if: you want a resort-style holiday, an ultra-slow single-city stay or a fully private luxury itinerary with flexible daily changes.
  • Why it is practical: the route avoids unnecessary backtracking, uses fast trains where they make sense, keeps Khiva as a full UNESCO stop and returns to Tashkent by flight.

Fixed departure dates — 2026–2027

These are the dates currently listed in the online booking form. Availability can change, so the selected date, seats, room type and final train/flight schedule are checked before the final travel confirmation is issued. For manual WhatsApp requests, we can check the selected departure before you proceed with payment.

August 2026 series

Price: $1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN. Single room accommodation — $1,300 when available.

UZ0308Booking open

03 August 2026

$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · 8 days / 7 nights · Tashkent–Samarkand–Bukhara–Khiva–Tashkent.

UZ1008Booking open

10 August 2026

$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · fixed departure · seats, room type and final timing checked before final confirmation.

UZ1708Booking open

17 August 2026

$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · summer Silk Road route with hotels, trains, flight, guides and transfers arranged.

UZ2408Booking open

24 August 2026

$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · last August date in the current series.

Navruz 2027 departure

NAVRUZ 2027Seasonal departure

20 March 2027

$1,400 per person · special spring departure around Navruz. Seats, room type and final conditions are checked before final confirmation.

Price and accommodation options

The price depends on the selected date and room type. The departure, available seats, accommodation type and guiding language are checked before the final travel confirmation is issued.

DBL / TWIN · August 2026

$1,200

Price per person in a shared double/twin room. Current tour conditions are valid from 2 people.

SGL · August 2026

$1,300

Single room accommodation. Confirmed on request and subject to availability on the selected date.

Navruz · 20 March 2027

$1,400

Separate seasonal departure. Seats and conditions are checked before final confirmation.

What to know before booking

  • Minimum: this tour is currently priced and operated from 2 travelers.
  • Accommodation: 3-star hotel category / listed hotels or similar options, depending on availability for the selected departure.
  • Solo traveler: send a request and we will check whether you can join an existing group. A single-room supplement may apply.
  • Included: hotels, transfers, trains, domestic flight, local guides, entrance tickets, breakfasts and dinners as per program.
  • Not included: international flights, lunches, insurance, visa fees, personal expenses, tips, early check-in and late check-out.
  • Groups 10+: ask the manager for a separate calculation.
  • Group size: available places are dynamic and are checked in the booking system for the selected date.

Why this route is reliable

  • No unnecessary backtracking: the route moves from Tashkent to Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, then returns to the capital by flight.
  • Real logistics: the program accounts for train timing, hotel check-in after 14:00, the long Bukhara–Khiva road transfer and walking distances in historic cities.
  • Transparent inclusions: you can see what is included, what is paid separately and where supplements may apply.
  • Local control: meeting points, transfers, tickets and final timing are confirmed before the trip.
  • Strong first-visit route: one journey covers the four core cultural cities of Uzbekistan.

For English-speaking travelers

This tour is designed for English-speaking travelers who want fixed dates, visible pricing, hotel information, transport details and a booking process that clearly explains what is checked before final confirmation.

  • United States and Canada: useful for travelers building a Central Asia or Silk Road trip around Uzbekistan.
  • United Kingdom and Ireland: suitable for guests who want an escorted Uzbekistan group tour with English-speaking guides.
  • Australia and New Zealand: a practical route for long-haul travelers who want to see the main Silk Road cities in one visit.
  • Singapore, India and the UAE: convenient for travelers looking for a compact cultural itinerary with fixed dates and full local logistics.
  • Europe: clear group-tour format for English-speaking guests from Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and other European countries.

Real travel times

Planning note: the ranges below help set realistic expectations. Exact timing depends on train availability, traffic, queues, stops and group pace.

Key dayMain movementWhat it means for guestsTypical finish range
Day 2 (Samarkand)Afrosiyob train + city transfers + long walking routeMorning train and a full sightseeing day. Lunch is planned around 13:00–14:00 and may shift slightly with a later train.Hotel return usually 18:50–20:30
Day 3 (Bukhara Old Town)Afrosiyob train + Kogon transfer + extended Old Town walkA realistic Old Town route with optional tail stops if time and group pace allow.Core route 18:50–20:00 + optional tail
Day 5 (Bukhara → Khiva)Road transfer through the Kyzylkum Desert + planned stopsThis is the longest transfer day. Breaks and lunch stop are built into the day rhythm.Arrival usually 17:30–18:30
Day 6 (Khiva)Full walking day inside Ichan-KalaCompact distances, many monuments, optional minaret climb or shopping may extend the day.Usually 16:30–18:00
Day 7 (Urgench → Tashkent)Airport transfer + HY52 flight + Tashkent city route + metro + walkingEarly start, domestic flight and structured sightseeing in Tashkent. Extra museum stops depend on time.Usually 19:10–20:20

Route and cities — Uzbekistan Silk Road

Route: Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Khiva → Tashkent.
The logic is simple: capital city start → Timurid architecture in Samarkand → the living Old Town of Bukhara → the walled UNESCO city of Khiva → return to Tashkent by flight.

Map of the Uzbekistan Silk Road route: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and return to Tashkent

🌐 View the route in Google Maps

Guiding format

  • Included: sightseeing program in each city according to the itinerary.
  • Language: English-speaking guides are the standard for this guaranteed group tour.
  • Local approach: in each city you meet a local guide who knows the city and monuments.
  • Other languages: Russian, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese and Turkish can be requested through the booking form, subject to availability.
  • Before the trip: you receive confirmed dates, meeting points, transport details and the final schedule.

Who this Uzbekistan tour suits best

  • 👤 First-time visitors
    All the classic Silk Road cities in one route, without trying to solve local logistics from scratch.
  • 🏛️ Cultural travelers
    Registan, Gur-Emir, Shah-i-Zinda, Bukhara Old Town and Khiva’s Ichan-Kala are the core of the trip.
  • Travelers who want certainty
    Fixed dates, clear inclusions and an understandable booking process.
  • 🍽️ Guests who want local experiences
    Old towns, bazaars, Uzbek dinners and a family-style plov master class in Bukhara.

Who this tour may not suit

  • 🛋️ Travelers looking for a resort holiday
    This is a cultural route, not a beach or hotel-only vacation.
  • 🐢 Guests who want an ultra-slow pace
    The pace is comfortable, but the route is multi-city and structured.
  • 🚗 Guests who cannot handle a long road day
    Bukhara → Khiva is a long transfer through the Kyzylkum Desert with planned breaks.

Day-by-day itinerary — Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour, 8 days

How timing works in this program

  • City tours: when possible, sightseeing starts around 09:00.
  • Lunch window: 13:00–14:00 is reserved. It may shift by 30–45 minutes if train timing or sightseeing flow requires it.
  • Hotel check-in: standard check-in is after 14:00. If you arrive earlier, luggage can be stored at reception.
  • Realistic buffers: traffic, queues, entrance flow and short comfort stops are normal. The tables below show a planning schedule and realistic finish ranges, not a minute-by-minute guarantee.
  • Meeting points: hotel lobby, station exit or airport arrivals exit. The exact meeting point is confirmed before each transfer.

Route snapshot

  1. Day 1: Arrival in Tashkent · airport transfer · hotel check-in after 14:00 · rest
  2. Day 2: Afrosiyob train to Samarkand · main highlights · dinner
  3. Day 3: Afrosiyob train to Bukhara · Old Town walk · family plov master class
  4. Day 4: Bukhara surroundings by vehicle · heritage sites · dinner
  5. Day 5: Bukhara → Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert · evening orientation
  6. Day 6: Khiva UNESCO day inside Ichan-Kala · folklore dinner
  7. Day 7: Urgench–Tashkent flight · Tashkent city route · farewell dinner
  8. Day 8: Departure from Tashkent

Day 1 — Arrival in Tashkent

Meeting point: Tashkent International Airport arrivals exit, name sign · Transport: airport → hotel transfer · Hotel: check-in after 14:00 · Overnight: Tashkent

  • Any time — arrival in Tashkent. Meet the driver at arrivals with a name sign and transfer to the hotel.
  • After 14:00 — hotel check-in according to standard hotel policy. Early check-in is available on request and may require a supplement.
  • Luggage: if you arrive earlier, your bags can be stored at reception.
  • Free time: rest day or an easy walk depending on your arrival time.

Walking today: minimal / optional.

Day 2 — Tashkent → Samarkand by Afrosiyob train + main Samarkand highlights

Meeting point: Tashkent hotel lobby; station transfer timing confirmed the day before · Transport: Afrosiyob train + city vehicle + walking route · Guide meeting: Samarkand station exit, name sign · Overnight: Samarkand · Meals: breakfast, dinner

Traveler photographing Registan Square in Samarkand during the Uzbekistan tour

Afrosiyob high-speed train options, subject to availability

  • Train 766F: departure 07:30 → arrival 09:43
  • Train 768F: departure 08:00 → arrival 10:25
  • Train 770F: departure 08:30 → arrival 10:49

Station arrival: we plan the transfer so you arrive at the station 45–60 minutes before departure.
Breakfast: for early departures, early breakfast or a lunch box depends on hotel policy.

  • Departure morning — meet in the hotel lobby at the confirmed time and transfer to Tashkent railway station.
  • Train — Afrosiyob to Samarkand; exact train depends on availability.
  • Arrival — meet the local guide and driver at Samarkand station exit. Load luggage.
  • Sightseeing start by train: if 766F — around 10:20–10:40 · if 768F — around 11:00–11:25 · if 770F — around 11:15–11:40.
  • 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included and is paid on the spot; the guide suggests a convenient local restaurant.
    If a later train is used, lunch may shift by 30–45 minutes to keep the route comfortable.
  • ~19:30–21:00 — dinner at a local restaurant (timing may shift with a later train).

Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on arrival time, queues, traffic and group pace.

TimeProgram in SamarkandMethod / distance
10:40–11:00Transfer from station to Gur-Emir MausoleumVehicle · 6.6 km
11:00–11:40Gur-Emir — Timurid mausoleum connected with Amir TimurVisit
11:40–12:00Gur-Emir → Registan SquareWalk · 1.3 km
12:00–13:00Registan Square — the main UNESCO highlight of Samarkand
Typical visit: 50–70 minutes depending on crowds.
Visit
13:00–14:00Lunch — planned break, not included
14:00–14:20Registan → Bibi-Khanum MosqueWalk · 1.1 km
14:20–14:55Bibi-Khanum Mosque — monumental Silk Road-era mosqueVisit
14:55–15:30Siab Bazaar — bread, spices, fruit and local atmosphereWalk · 170 m
15:30–15:50Hazrat Khizr — viewpoint / short stopWalk · 235 m
16:00–17:00Shah-i-Zinda — sacred necropolis and one of the most photogenic sitesRoute inside complex
17:00–18:05Transfer + Ulugbek Observatory — 15th-century astronomical monumentVehicle · 6.3 km
18:05–18:35Transfer + Khoja Daniyar Mausoleum — short stop (if timing allows)Vehicle · 1.7 km
18:35–19:05Transfer to hotel · check-inVehicle · 6.7 km

Realistic sightseeing finish: with train 766F — hotel return around 18:50–19:20; with 768F — 19:25–20:05; with 770F — 19:45–20:30.

Walking today: around 3.0–3.5 km between sites + inside monuments ≈ 5–7 km.

Day 3 — Samarkand → Bukhara by Afrosiyob train + Bukhara Old Town + family plov master class

Meeting point: Samarkand hotel lobby; station transfer timing confirmed the day before · Transport: Afrosiyob train + city vehicle + long walking route · Guide meeting: Kogon station exit, name sign · Overnight: Bukhara · Meals: breakfast, dinner

Afrosiyob train options, subject to availability

  • Train 766F: departure 09:53 → arrival 11:42 (Samarkand → Bukhara / Kogon)
  • Reserve option: train 770F, departure 10:59 → arrival 12:42

Station arrival: we plan the transfer so you arrive at the station 45–60 minutes before departure.

  • 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer — meet in the lobby at the confirmed time and drive to Samarkand railway station.
  • Train — Afrosiyob to Kogon / Bukhara area.
  • Arrival — meet local guide and driver at Kogon station exit and transfer to Bukhara Old Town.
  • 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included; the guide recommends a convenient place.
    If the reserve train is used, the lunch window may shift to 13:30–14:30.
  • After 14:00 — hotel check-in according to standard policy. Luggage can be stored at reception if needed.
  • ~21:00–22:30 — family-style plov master class and dinner (timing may shift).

Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on arrival time, queues, traffic and group pace.

TimeProgram in Bukhara Old TownMethod / distance
11:50–12:30Transfer Kogon station → Bukhara Old Town areaVehicle · 19.9 km
13:00–14:00Lunch — planned break, not included
14:30–15:05Samanid Mausoleum — masterpiece of early Islamic architectureVisit
15:05–15:25Samanid Mausoleum → Chashma-AyubWalk · 600 m
15:25–15:40Chashma-Ayub — short visit / photo stopVisit
15:40–15:55Chashma-Ayub → Bolo-Hauz MosqueWalk · 550 m
15:55–16:15Bolo-Hauz Mosque — carved wooden columnsVisit
16:15–16:25Bolo-Hauz → Ark CitadelWalk · 400 m
16:25–17:10Ark Citadel — fortress of Bukhara rulersVisit
17:10–17:25Ark → Po-i-Kalyan ComplexWalk · 700 m
17:25–18:05Po-i-Kalyan Complex — minaret and mosque ensembleVisit
18:05–18:10Po-i-Kalyan → Toki ZargaronWalk · 160 m
18:10–18:20Toki Zargaron — trading dome, pass-through / photo stopShort stop
18:20–18:25Toki Zargaron → Ulugbek MadrasahWalk · 87 m
18:25–18:35Ulugbek Madrasah — facade + historical contextShort stop
18:35–18:37Ulugbek Madrasah → Abdulaziz Khan MadrasahWalk · 20 m
18:37–18:50Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah — facade + photo stopShort stop
18:50–18:55Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah → Tim Abdullah Khan trading domeWalk · 160 m
18:55–19:05Tim Abdullah Khan — craft area / pass-throughShort stop
19:05–19:10Tim Abdullah Khan → Toki Telpak FurushonWalk · 130 m
19:10–19:20Toki Telpak Furushon — trading domeShort stop
19:20–19:25Toki Telpak Furushon → Magoki-Attori MosqueWalk · 130 m
19:25–19:35Magoki-Attori Mosque — short visit / photo stop (if timing allows)Short stop
19:35–19:45Jewish Synagogue — short stop (if timing allows)Walk · 500 m
19:45–20:05Chor-Minor — four-tower landmark (if timing allows)Walk · 950 m
20:05–20:25Lyabi-Hauz — evening atmosphere (if timing allows)Walk · 750 m

Realistic Old Town finish: core route with train 766F — 18:50–19:30; with train 770F — 19:20–20:00. Optional tail stops add about 30–60 minutes.

Walking today: long Old Town day ≈ 7–11 km including visits.

Day 4 — Bukhara surroundings by vehicle + return to the Old Town

Meeting point: Bukhara hotel lobby · Start: around 09:00 · Transport: vehicle + short walking sections · Overnight: Bukhara · Meals: breakfast, dinner

  • 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
  • 09:00 — meet guide and driver in the lobby and start the route.
  • 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included and is paid on the spot.
  • ~19:30–21:00 — dinner in the Old Town area (timing may shift).

Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on queues, traffic and group pace.

TimeBukhara region programMethod / distance
09:00–10:05Bahauddin Naqshbandi Complex — key pilgrimage site and Sufi heritageVehicle · 13.3 km
10:35–11:45Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Palace — summer residence of the last emirsVehicle · 14.4 km
12:15–12:45Chor-Bakr Necropolis — photogenic historical complexVehicle · 12.2 km
13:00–14:00Lunch — planned break, not included
14:25–15:05Fayzulla Khodjaev House Museum — traditional merchant houseVehicle · 8.3 km
15:20–15:40Chor-Minor — short repeat visit / good photo timingVehicle · 2.0 km
15:40–15:55Chor-Minor → hotel / Old Town areaWalk or short transfer · 700 m
16:00–17:30Free time in the Old Town: crafts, tea, photos; guide support if neededEasy walk

Realistic finish: hotel return around 17:30–18:00, depending on traffic.

Walking today: light to moderate ≈ 2–4 km.

Day 5 — Bukhara → Khiva by road through the Kyzylkum Desert

Meeting point: Bukhara hotel lobby · Start: around 09:00 · Transport: air-conditioned vehicle, long road day · Overnight: Khiva · Meals: breakfast, dinner

Khiva Ichan-Kala at sunset during the guaranteed Uzbekistan tour
  • 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
  • 09:00 — depart Bukhara for Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert.
  • 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included; exact stop depends on road logistics.
  • ~17:30–18:30 — arrival in Khiva, depending on road conditions and stops. Check in on arrival.
  • Evening: rest + easy orientation walk near Ichan-Kala if timing allows.
  • ~19:30–21:00 — dinner (timing may shift depending on arrival).

Road time today: usually about 7–8 hours of driving plus stops.

Realistic finish: evening orientation in Khiva usually ends around 19:30–20:00 after check-in.

Walking today: light ≈ 1–3 km.

Day 6 — Khiva UNESCO: full walking day inside Ichan-Kala + folklore dinner

Meeting point: hotel lobby or Ota-Darvoza gate, confirmed by the guide · Start: around 09:00 · Transport: walking route · Overnight: Khiva · Meals: breakfast, dinner

Khiva UNESCO Ichan-Kala old city on the Uzbekistan Silk Road tour
  • 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
  • 09:00 — meet local guide and start the walking route inside Ichan-Kala.
  • 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included.
  • ~19:00–20:30 — folklore show + dinner according to the program (timing may shift).

Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on queues and group pace.

TimeProgram in Khiva UNESCO / Ichan-KalaMethod / distance
09:00–09:10Ota-Darvoza — main gate and orientation start
09:10–09:12Ota-Darvoza → Muhammad Amin Khan MadrasahWalk · 50 m
09:12–09:45Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah — largest madrasah in Khiva, now used as a hotel complexVisit
09:45–09:46Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah → Kalta-MinorWalk · 30 m
09:46–10:05Kalta-Minor — unfinished turquoise minaret and Khiva iconShort stop
10:05–10:08Kalta-Minor → Kunya-Ark FortressWalk · 210 m
10:08–10:40Kunya-Ark — fortress and residence of Khiva rulersVisit
10:40–10:45Kunya-Ark → Muhammad Rahim Khan MadrasahWalk · 350 m
10:45–11:05Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah — short visit / facade and contextShort stop
11:05–11:07Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah → Juma MosqueWalk · 160 m
11:07–11:35Juma Mosque — famous wooden columnsVisit
11:35–11:38Juma Mosque → Pahlavan Mahmud MausoleumWalk · 230 m
11:38–12:05Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum — key spiritual siteVisit
12:05–12:08Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum → Shergazi Khan MadrasahWalk · 180 m
12:08–12:20Shergazi Khan Madrasah — short stop / contextShort stop
12:20–12:22Shergazi Khan Madrasah → Islam-Khoja MinaretWalk · 110 m
12:22–12:45Islam-Khoja Minaret — tallest minaret in Khiva; climb is optional if timing allowsVisit
12:45–12:50Islam-Khoja Minaret → Ak MosqueWalk · 240 m
12:50–12:58Ak Mosque — short visit / photo stopShort stop
12:58–13:00Ak Mosque → Anusha Khan BathhouseWalk · 18 m
13:00–14:00Lunch — planned break, not included
14:00–14:02Anusha Khan Bathhouse exterior → Palvan-DarvozaWalk · 10 m
14:02–14:08Palvan-Darvoza — gate / orientation pointShort stop
14:08–14:10Palvan-Darvoza → Allakuli KhanWalk · 18 m
14:10–14:25Allakuli Khan Madrasah — trade and madrasah contextShort stop
14:25–14:28Allakuli Khan → Kutlug Murad Inak MadrasahWalk · 110 m
14:28–14:40Kutlug Murad Inak Madrasah — short visit / photo stopShort stop
14:40–14:45Kutlug Murad Inak Madrasah → Allakuli Khan CaravanseraiWalk · 200 m
14:45–15:05Allakuli Khan Caravanserai — Silk Road trade contextShort stop
15:05–15:06Caravanserai → Tash-Hauli PalaceWalk · 50 m
15:06–15:45Tash-Hauli Palace — interiors and courtyards, main afternoon siteVisit
15:45–16:30Workshops / photo time / additional stops (if timing allows)Easy walk

Realistic finish: walking tour usually ends around 16:30–17:15. Shopping or minaret climb can extend it to about 17:30–18:00.

Walking today: compact distances + visits inside monuments ≈ 4–7 km.

Day 7 — Urgench → Tashkent flight + Tashkent city route + farewell dinner

Meeting point: Khiva hotel lobby; airport transfer timing confirmed the day before · Transport: airport transfer + domestic flight + city vehicle + metro + walking · Overnight: Tashkent · Meals: breakfast, dinner

Tashkent city route during the Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour

Domestic flight Urgench → Tashkent

  • HY52: departure 09:20 → arrival 12:00

Breakfast: early departure — breakfast or lunch box depends on hotel policy.

  • 06:45 — meet in the Khiva hotel lobby and transfer to Urgench airport.
  • 09:20–12:00 — HY52 flight to Tashkent.
  • 12:20–12:50 — transfer to hotel and leave luggage.
  • 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included.
  • After 14:00 — hotel check-in according to standard policy.
  • ~20:10–21:00 — farewell dinner (timing depends on city-route finish).

Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on traffic, queues and group pace.

TimeTashkent programMethod / distance
14:30–15:15Khast-Imam Complex — historic religious centerVehicle · 14 km
15:15–15:25Khast-Imam → Chorsu BazaarVehicle · 2 km
15:25–16:05Chorsu Bazaar — food, spices, bread and market atmosphereVisit
16:05–16:15Chorsu Bazaar → Kukeldash MadrasahWalk · 600 m
16:15–16:30Kukeldash Madrasah — short stop / photoShort stop
16:30–16:40Kukeldash → Chorsu Metro stationWalk · 600 m
16:40–17:05Metro route: Chorsu → Pakhtakor → Kosmonavtlar, selected architectural stationsMetro
17:05–17:15Kosmonavtlar station → Museum of Applied ArtsVehicle · 1 km
17:15–17:55Museum of Applied Arts — crafts and interior heritageVisit
OptionalState Museum of Arts — only if timing allows, adds about 50–60 minutes
Distance from Museum of Applied Arts: vehicle ~2.7 km.
Vehicle · 2.7 km
18:05–18:25Amir Temur Square — central city landmarkVehicle · 2.3 km
18:25–18:35Amir Temur Square → Courage MonumentVehicle · 2.6 km
18:35–18:45Courage Monument — short photo stop (if timing allows)Short stop
18:45–19:15Independence Square area — memorial zone, Ezgulik Arch, fountains and walking sectionWalk · 1.3 km
19:15–19:40Walk to Alisher Navoi Opera Theater — final point of the city walkWalk · 1.3 km

Realistic finish in Tashkent: without the optional State Museum of Arts — 19:10–19:40; with it — 19:40–20:20.

Walking today: around 3.8 km between points + indoor visits ≈ 5–8 km.

Day 8 — Departure from Tashkent

Meeting point: hotel lobby; transfer time confirmed the day before · Transport: airport transfer · Meals: breakfast

  • 07:30–09:00 — breakfast at the hotel, depending on hotel policy and flight time.
  • Any time — transfer to Tashkent International Airport according to your flight. For international flights, we recommend arriving about 3 hours before departure.
  • End of the tour.

Walking today: no planned sightseeing.

Important note: timings are approximate and may change because of train/flight schedules, traffic, queues and monument opening conditions. The route logic, key cities and comfortable pace are preserved.

What you will see — main experiences

This is not only a list of monuments. Each city gives the route a different character: modern Tashkent, monumental Samarkand, atmospheric Bukhara and intimate Khiva inside the walls of Ichan-Kala.

Day 1 / Day 7 · capital city

Tashkent — old city, bazaar and metro

Tashkent is the soft start and final city of the tour: historic religious sites, the Chorsu market, selected metro stations and modern city landmarks.

  • Khast-Imam: historic religious center
  • Chorsu: bread, spices and market atmosphere
  • Metro: architectural stations with Soviet and Central Asian character
  • Amir Temur Square: central point of modern Tashkent
Tashkent Amir Temur Square during the Uzbekistan tour
Amir Temur Square
Tashkent old city mosaic detail during the Uzbekistan tour
Old city mosaic
Uzbek bread at Chorsu Bazaar in Tashkent
Bread at Chorsu
Khast-Imam Complex in Tashkent with turquoise domes
Khast-Imam Complex
Day 2 · main must-see

Samarkand — the visual highlight of the Silk Road

Samarkand is the strongest visual moment of the tour: Registan, Timurid monuments, sacred complexes and large photo stops.

  • Registan: the main architectural ensemble of the route
  • Gur-Emir: Timurid mausoleum
  • Bibi-Khanum and Siab Bazaar: history plus living city atmosphere
  • Shah-i-Zinda: one of Central Asia’s most beautiful necropolises
Hazrat Khizr Mosque in Samarkand overlooking the city
Hazrat Khizr
Gur-Emir Mausoleum in Samarkand
Gur-Emir
Registan Square in Samarkand
Registan
Samarkand madrasah courtyard seen through brickwork
Madrasah courtyard
Days 3–4 · atmosphere

Bukhara — the living Old Town

Bukhara gives depth to the route: old trading domes, madrasahs, monuments, evening atmosphere and a family-style plov master class.

  • Po-i-Kalyan: symbol of Bukhara
  • Ark Citadel: fortress of Bukhara rulers
  • Trading domes: craft and bazaar atmosphere
  • Lyabi-Hauz: evening Old Town mood if timing allows
Po-i-Kalyan Complex in Bukhara
Po-i-Kalyan
Ark Citadel in Bukhara
Ark Citadel
Samanid Mausoleum in Bukhara
Samanid Mausoleum
Lyabi-Hauz evening atmosphere in Bukhara
Lyabi-Hauz
Day 6 · UNESCO

Khiva — Ichan-Kala behind the walls

Khiva is compact, cinematic and easy to experience on foot. Living near Ichan-Kala helps you feel the city in the morning and evening.

  • Kalta-Minor: the famous turquoise minaret
  • Kunya-Ark: fortress and ruler’s residence
  • Juma Mosque: wooden-column interior
  • Tash-Hauli: palace courtyards and tilework
Khiva Ichan-Kala walls at sunset
Ichan-Kala walls
Ota-Darvoza gate in Khiva
Ota-Darvoza
Historic streets inside Khiva Ichan-Kala
Old city lanes
Minaret above the old city walls of Khiva
Khiva minaret

Main sightseeing list

  • Tashkent: Khast-Imam Complex · Chorsu Bazaar · Amir Temur Square · selected metro stations according to the program
  • Samarkand: Gur-Emir · Registan · Bibi-Khanum · Siab Bazaar · Shah-i-Zinda · Ulugbek Observatory
  • Bukhara: Samanid Mausoleum · Ark Citadel · Po-i-Kalyan · trading domes · Lyabi-Hauz if timing allows
  • Khiva: Ichan-Kala sites: Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah · Kalta-Minor · Kunya-Ark · Juma Mosque · Pahlavan Mahmud · Tash-Hauli

Hotels included in the Uzbekistan tour

These hotels are used for the Tashkent–Samarkand–Bukhara–Khiva route or replaced with a similar option of comparable category and location if availability requires it. Room type is checked and confirmed with availability for the selected departure.

Tashkent

Manor

A practical Tashkent hotel for the start and end of the route. It works well for railway-station transfers and the final flight day.

  • Convenient for transfers
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • DBL/TWIN base accommodation
  • Room confirmed by availability
Manor Hotel Tashkent exterior
Exterior
Manor Hotel Tashkent twin room
TWIN room
Manor Hotel Tashkent bathroom
Bathroom
Manor Hotel Tashkent breakfast room
Breakfast room
Samarkand

Diplomat Premium

A comfortable Samarkand hotel close to the main sightseeing area, reducing unnecessary driving during the Samarkand day.

  • Convenient for the Registan area
  • 24/7 reception
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Room confirmed by availability
Diplomat Premium Samarkand hotel entrance
Entrance
Diplomat Premium Samarkand twin room
TWIN room
Diplomat Premium Samarkand double room
DBL room
Diplomat Premium Samarkand bathroom
Bathroom
Bukhara

Nodirabegim

An atmospheric option near Bukhara’s historical center. It is convenient for Old Town walks and evening time around Lyabi-Hauz.

  • Near the Old Town
  • Traditional interior
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Room confirmed by availability
Nodirabegim Hotel Bukhara courtyard
Courtyard
Nodirabegim Hotel Bukhara room
Room
Nodirabegim Hotel Bukhara bathroom
Bathroom
Nodirabegim Hotel Bukhara terrace and courtyard
Terrace
Khiva

New Star Boutique

A boutique-style hotel in the historical Khiva area. A strong fit for the full walking day in Ichan-Kala and the evening atmosphere of the old city.

  • Inside or near Ichan-Kala
  • Historic-building atmosphere
  • Breakfast at the hotel
  • Room confirmed by availability
New Star Boutique Khiva historic building exterior
Exterior
New Star Boutique Khiva twin room
TWIN room
New Star Boutique Khiva bathroom
Bathroom
New Star Boutique Khiva evening courtyard
Evening courtyard

Why these hotels

  • Tashkent: practical for transfers, railway station access and the final departure.
  • Samarkand: less unnecessary driving during the main sightseeing day.
  • Bukhara: easier to feel the Old Town atmosphere instead of staying far from the route.
  • Khiva: Ichan-Kala is best experienced in the morning and evening when you stay nearby.

Accommodation notes

  • Base accommodation: DBL/TWIN.
  • SGL: single room — subject to availability and supplement.
  • Hotel replacement: possible with a similar hotel of comparable category and location after confirmation.
  • Check-in / check-out: standard hotel policy; early check-in and late check-out are paid separately if needed.

What is included

  • 🏨 Accommodation in DBL/TWIN rooms at listed hotels or similar options of comparable category and location
  • 🚆 Train tickets Tashkent–Samarkand and Samarkand–Bukhara according to the program
  • ✈️ Domestic flight Urgench–Tashkent according to the program
  • 🍽️ Meals: breakfasts + dinners as listed in the itinerary
  • 🎤 Guided sightseeing according to the program; English-speaking guides included
  • 🎟️ Entrance tickets for listed sightseeing visits
  • 🚐 Air-conditioned transport along the route
  • 💧 Water 1.5 l per person per day according to the program
  • 🛂 Visa support if needed; conditions depend on passport nationality

Dinner format

  • Set menus are used to introduce Uzbek cuisine; exact menu can vary by city.
  • Dinner usually includes starter or soup, main dish, salads for the table, bread and water.
  • Vegetarian requests are possible if you tell us in advance.

What is not included

  • ✈️ International flights to/from Tashkent
  • 🍽️ Lunches unless specifically listed as included
  • 🕒 Early check-in / late check-out
  • 💵 Personal expenses and shopping
  • 💁 Tips for guides and drivers, optional
  • 🛡️ Travel insurance
  • 🛂 Visa fees if applicable
  • 🛏️ SGL supplement unless selected and confirmed

Comfort and safety notes

  • Transport: Afrosiyob trains where optimal, air-conditioned vehicle and one domestic flight.
  • Walking: historic centers are best explored on foot; activity level is light to moderate, with longer walking days in Bukhara and Tashkent.
  • Longest day: Bukhara → Khiva is the main road-transfer day; planned stops are included.
  • Documents: entry and visa rules depend on passport nationality; current requirements are checked before booking.

What to pack

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Layered clothing for mornings and evenings
  • Sun protection: sunglasses, hat and SPF
  • Personal medication and a small travel pharmacy
  • For August departures: light breathable clothing and hydration awareness
  • For Navruz / March departure: light jacket or windbreaker for cooler mornings and evenings

FAQ — before booking

What exactly is included in the $1,200 price?

Included:

  • Hotels: 7 nights in DBL/TWIN rooms at listed hotels or similar.
  • Meals: breakfasts + dinners as per itinerary.
  • Transport in Uzbekistan: Afrosiyob trains, air-conditioned vehicle and domestic flight Urgench–Tashkent.
  • Guides: English-speaking local guides for city sightseeing.
  • Tickets: entrance tickets for listed sites.
  • Water: 1.5 l per person per day according to the program.

Not included: international flights, lunches, insurance, visa fees if applicable, personal expenses, tips, early check-in / late check-out and SGL supplement.

What does “guaranteed departure” mean here?

This tour has fixed departure dates and published conditions. Current tour conditions are valid from 2 travelers. Seats, room type and ticket availability are checked before the final travel confirmation is issued.

Can I join as a solo traveler?

Yes, you can send a request. We will check whether an existing group is available for your preferred date. A single-room supplement may apply if you need SGL accommodation.

When are exact train and flight times confirmed?

After booking and ticket availability check. We then send the confirmed schedule, meeting points and transfer times.

How much walking is involved?

The most active days are usually:

  • Day 3, Bukhara Old Town: about 7–11 km
  • Day 7, Tashkent: about 5–8 km
  • Day 2, Samarkand: about 5–7 km
  • Day 6, Khiva: about 4–7 km

Will one guide travel with the group for the whole route?

Guiding is organized by city. In each city, you meet a local guide for the sightseeing part. English-speaking guides are included; other languages can be requested and are subject to availability.

What extra expenses should I plan for?

  • Lunches
  • Drinks beyond included water
  • Tips, optional
  • Personal shopping and snacks
  • Options such as SGL room, early check-in / late check-out or extra activities in free time

Is this tour suitable for seniors?

It can suit active seniors who are comfortable with walking days and one long road transfer. The Bukhara Old Town and Tashkent days are the most active. Tell us about mobility limitations before booking so we can assess the fit honestly.

Can the itinerary change?

Exact times may change because of train/flight availability, traffic, queues or site operations. The main route, key cities and listed core inclusions remain the basis of the program.

What are the cancellation and refund rules?

Full rules: Cancellation & Refunds. More than 24 hours before the start: no CAJ penalty. Later cancellations may involve penalties, and tickets or supplier rules can affect the refundable amount.

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  1. Choose a departure date from the cards above or open the online booking form.
  2. Enter traveler details: number of travelers, room type, guide language and arrival notes.
  3. For online orders: after payment, your order is created and our team checks traveler details, seats, accommodation and transport before sending the final confirmation by email.
  4. For WhatsApp requests: send the date, number of travelers and room type; we check the selected departure before advising the next payment step.
  5. Receive travel confirmation: meeting instructions, confirmed schedule and practical notes are sent after the booking is checked.

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Please send: date + number of travelers + room type (TWIN/DBL/SGL) + guide language.

Cancellation and refunds

  • See Cancellation & Refunds for full rules.
  • More than 24 hours before the start: no CAJ penalty.
  • Less than 24 hours: penalties may apply; tickets can have separate conditions.
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